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Experts recommend Fitbit Versa 3 more than Fitbit Versa 4

As of 11 Jan 2025, experts prefer Fitbit Versa 3 over Fitbit Versa 4, but both Smartwatches have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Fitbit Versa 3 received 2 recommendations: from Reviewed (18 Jul 2024) and Ars Technica (19 Nov 2021). By contrast, Fitbit Versa 4 received only 1 recommendation from PCMag (26 Nov 2024).

Rank Change Price Smartwatch
Reviewed
Android Authority
Trusted Reviews
Tom's Guide
Popular Science
PCMag
Ars Technica
Wareable
TechRadar
ZD Net
15
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Fitbit Versa 3
The Fitbit Versa 3 is a comprehensive fitness tracker and smartwatch that offers a wide range of features, including daily step tracking, heart rate monitoring, workout tracking, built-in GPS, blood oxygen monitoring, voice assistant technology, and a sleek and durable design.
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3
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36
N/A $164
Fitbit Versa 4
The Fitbit Versa 4 is a comprehensive fitness tracker with built-in GPS, Amazon Alexa voice interactions, and a minimum battery life of 6+ days, making it ideal for fitness enthusiasts and those who want to stay connected while on the go.
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 18 Jul 2024 Reviewed ranked Fitbit Versa 3 as #7
    Rank Smartwatch Comment
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    #7 out of 11 Fitbit Versa 3
    Editor's Choice
    ... ... ...
  • On 19 Nov 2021 Ars Technica ranked Fitbit Versa 3 as #3
    Rank Smartwatch Comment
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    #3 out of 9 Fitbit Versa 3
    A slightly more affordable smartwatch we like
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  • On 26 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Fitbit Versa 4 as #8
    Rank Smartwatch Comment
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    #8 out of 10 Fitbit Versa 4
    Best Fitbit Smartwatch
    ... ... ...

After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Fitbit Versa 3 outranks Fitbit Versa 4. This is not to say that Fitbit Versa 4 is a bad option. Like Fitbit Versa 3, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Fitbit Versa 3 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Fitbit Versa 4 is not.
Rank Change Price Smartwatch
Reviewed
Android Authority
Trusted Reviews
Tom's Guide
Popular Science
PCMag
Ars Technica
Wareable
TechRadar
ZD Net
1
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Apple Watch Series 10
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Apple Watch Ultra 2
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1
1
3
- $399
Google Pixel Watch 3
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1
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3
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2
4
3
4
+1 $300
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
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3
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5
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5
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [28]

83
Total expert reviews: 28
  • with a score: 20
  • without a score: 8
Highest score by TechGearLab
92
Average score based on 28 reviews
83
Lowest score by NextPit
70

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [14]

69
Total expert reviews: 14
  • with a score: 13
  • without a score: 1
Highest score by womanandhome.com
90
Average score based on 14 reviews
69
Lowest score by Android Authority
60

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
From Seller:
  • Receive a Daily Readiness Score that reveals if you’re ready to exercise or should focus on recovery (requires Fitbit Premium membership. Premium content recommendations are not available in all locales and may be in English only).Water resistance depth:50 meters
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From Seller:
  • Get inspired and stay accountable with Versa 4 + Premium - learn when to work out or recover, see real-time stats during exercise and find new ways to keep your routine fresh and fun.Operating temperature: -14° to 113°F. Radio transceiver: Bluetooth 5.0.Maximum operating altitude : 28,000 feet (8,534 m).
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Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
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Review by DC Rainmaker
Very popular! 255K views!
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Fitbit Versa 3 Review (15 New Things to Know)
Review by Wearable Whisperer
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