Fitbit Versa Hands On Reviews & First Impression,Features,Senors,Tracking

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The Good
“Where the Fitbit Ionic's blocky design leans sporty, the Versa's rounded corners make for a sleeker, friendlier look and feel. It's waterproof up to 50 meters, or 5 ATM, meaning it's safe for both the pool and shower.”

“The square display is crisp, bright, and clear. It measures about 0.95 on each side and has a resolution of 300 by 300 pixels.”

“Inside, the Versa packs an impressive array of sensors for the price. In addition to your typical three-axis accelerometer and gyroscope, it has an altimeter, an ambient light sensor, an optical heart rate monitor, and an SpO2 sensor (peripheral capillary oxygen saturation, an estimate of the amount of oxygen in your blood)."

The Bad
“Both Apple and Google have a wider selection of third-party apps...If you're looking for the best app selection (and you're an iPhone user), get an Apple Watch.”

“For distance, the Versa underreported my one-mile walk as 0.87-mile. It fared better on my run, logging an excellent 0.98-mile. This slight disparity isn't too surprising, as the Versa doesn't have GPS, like the more expensive Ionic does.”

“Loading apps can be a bit slow, but it's noticeably improved since the Ionic launched last summer.”

Wired
Adrienne So from Wired was pleased with the Fitbit Versa’s ability to facilitate a “more active life.” But the lack of popular services, like Spotify, was a problem.