Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S42 and Fitbit Versa 4. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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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 | 43.4 mm | 40.5 mm |
Height | 43.4 mm | 40.5 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 11.2 mm |
Weight | 43 g | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro sensor | Ambient light sensor, altimeter, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, optical heart sensor, vibration motor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken | 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 | Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 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 | Calendar, incoming calls, applications | SMS, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | 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 S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour | Colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Square |
Bezel | Metal | - |
Case Details | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold | Copper rose | Graphite | Platinum |
BAND | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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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 | Black | White | Light sand | Pink sand | Black | Waterfall blue |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | 10 day(s) | 6 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
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 S42 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging cable, 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, wristband (129 - 175 mm), wristband (158 - 209 mm) |
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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 |