Garmin Approach S12 vs. Fitbit Versa 4

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Fitbit Versa 4. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach S12 vs. Fitbit Versa 4 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 10 or later, iOS 13.4 or later
Activity/Sport Golf -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43.7 mm 40.5 mm
Height 43.7 mm 40.5 mm
Depth 11.5 mm 11.2 mm
Weight 34.1 g -
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Sensors Accelerometer Ambient light sensor, altimeter, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, optical heart sensor, vibration motor
Tracking Data Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, stress level, menstrual cycle, Resting Heart Rate (RHR), breathing rate, sleep quality score
Modes - 40+ sports modes
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses Find phone function, VO2 max, Heart Rate Variability (HRV) monitoring, HR zones, automatic exercise recognition, smart Wake-Up, Active Zone Minutes, guided breathing session, Always-on display, Sleep Score, Sleep Profile, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score
Notifications - SMS, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GLONASS receiver
Payment Technology - FitBit Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Alexa built-in
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Colour
Resolution 176 x 176 pixels -
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape Round Square
Case Details Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue Copper rose | Graphite | Platinum
BAND Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Band Type Strap Band
Band Size - S/L
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm Up to 209 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Slate grey Pink sand | Black | Waterfall blue
STORAGE Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Storage Capacity 125 MB -
BATTERY Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Life 70 day(s) 6 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Typical usage - up to 6 days
GPS mode - up to 12 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Recharge Time - 2 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Versa 4
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging cable, 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, wristband (129 - 175 mm), wristband (158 - 209 mm)
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, FitBit Pay, Google Wallet
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -10 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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