Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 55 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 55 | 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 |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42 mm | 40.5 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 40.5 mm |
Depth | 11.6 mm | 11.2 mm |
Weight | 37 g | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Colours | Monterra grey | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 55 | 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, stress level | 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 | Music remote handling, idle alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Body Battery | 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, Email, social apps | SMS, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | 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 Forerunner 55 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Colour |
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Resolution | 208 x 208 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.04" | - |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Square |
Case Details | Black | White | Aqua green | Copper rose | Graphite | Platinum |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | S/L |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | Up to 209 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | Black | White | Aqua green | Pink sand | Black | Waterfall blue |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Fitbit Versa 4 |
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Technology | - | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | 14 day(s) | 6 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 20 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 14 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 55 | 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 | - | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |