Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | Android 10 or later, iOS 13.4 or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 45 mm | 40.5 mm |
Height | 45 mm | 40.5 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 11.2 mm |
Weight | 42 g | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Ambient light sensor, altimeter, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, optical heart sensor, vibration motor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | 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, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions | 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 | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS/GLONASS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | FitBit Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Alexa built-in |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Wireless Interface | - | NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Colour |
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Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.23" | - |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Square |
Case Details | - | Copper rose | Graphite | Platinum |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Band Size | - | S/L |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | Up to 209 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | Grey | Pink sand | Black | Waterfall blue |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Technology | - | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | - | 6 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
Typical usage - up to 6 days GPS mode - up to 12 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | 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 | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | Google Maps, FitBit Pay, Google Wallet |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |