Featured in this comparison chart are two decent looking smartwatches; the Apple Watch Series 3 vs Fitbit Versa 2, head-to-head compare the full specifications and features of these two to find out the differences and which is a better smartwatch for you. While the Watch 3 is available in two sizes; 42 and 38mm, also available in GPS only and cellular models and is only compatible with iOS devices unlike the Versa 2 which is compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
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Apple Watch Series 3 vs Fitbit Versa 2: Specifications Compared
Product Info |
![]() Apple Watch Series 3 (42mm) Specifications, Features and Price |
![]() Fitbit Versa 2 Specifications, Features and Price |
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Price | $227.96 | $132.00 |
ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE |
Device name | Apple Watch Series 3 (42mm) | Fitbit Versa 2 |
Device type | Standalone/Fitness smartwatch | Fitness/Sport smartwatch |
Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
Release date | September, 2017 | September, 2019 |
Predecessor | Apple Watch Series 2 | Fitbit Versa |
Successor | Apple Watch Series 4 | — |
Versions | Apple Watch Nike+ | — |
BODY | BODY | BODY |
Dimension | 42.5 x 36.4 x 11.4 mm | 40 x 40 x 12 mm |
Weight | 52.8 grams | 40 grams |
Shape | Rectangular | Rectangular |
Case material | Aluminum, Ceramics (cellular), Stainless steel (cellular) | Aluminum |
Strap material | Elastomer | Silicone |
Bezel material | Bezeless | Aluminum |
Strap size | 24mm | 140 – 180mm (small), 180 -220mm (big) |
Screen protection | Sapphire glass | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Water resistance | Yes, 5ATM | Yes, 5ATM |
Durability test | — | — |
Swim-proof | Yes, recommended | Yes, recommended |
Color | Black, White | Black, Bordeaux, Grey, Petal/copper rose, Stone/mist grey |
DISPLAY | DISPLAY | DISPLAY |
Display size | 1.65 inch | 1.4 inches |
Display type | 1000nit, OLED | AMOLED |
Display resolution | 312 x 390 pixels | — |
Pixel density | — | — |
Always on | No | Yes |
Custom watch face | Yes | Yes |
Input type | 1 Physical button, Digital crown, Touchscreen | 1 Physical button, Touchscreen |
CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY |
Bluetooth | Yes, Bluetooth v4.2 LE | Bluetooth v4.0 |
Bluetooth calling | Yes | No |
GPS | GLONASS, GPS | No |
NFC | Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
MEMORY | MEMORY | MEMORY |
RAM | 0.768GB | — |
ROM | 16GB (GPS + Cellular), 8GB (GPS) | 4GB |
Memory card slot | No | No |
CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY |
Technology | 4G LTE | None |
SIM type | e-SIM | None |
Band | — | — |
NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS |
SMS alert | Yes | Yes |
Calls alert | Yes | Yes |
Email alert | Yes | Yes |
Event reminder | Yes | Yes |
Third-party apps alert | Yes | Yes |
MEDIA | MEDIA | MEDIA |
Audio | mp3/mp4 | mp3/mp4 |
Bluetooth music | Yes | Yes |
Loudspeaker | Yes | No |
Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Camera | No | No |
Radio | No | No |
SENSORS | SENSORS | SENSORS |
Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
Altimeter | Yes | Yes |
Ambient light | Yes | Yes |
Barometer | Yes | — |
Compass | No | No |
ECG | No | No |
Gyroscope | Yes | — |
HRM | Yes | Yes |
Pulse oximeter (SpO2) | No | Yes |
Thermometer | App, No | No |
Other sensors | — | Vibration motor |
ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING |
Blood oxygen | No | Yes |
Blood Pressure | No | No |
Calories | Yes | Yes |
Distance | Yes | Yes |
ECG tracking | No | No |
Heart rate monitoring | Yes | Yes |
Sleep tracking | Yes | Yes |
Steps | Yes | Yes |
Floors climbed | Yes | - |
Stress | Yes | Yes |
Incidental fall detection | No | No |
Menstrual cycle | Yes | Yes |
VO2 Max | Yes | Yes |
Swim-tracking | Yes | Yes |
Underwater heart rate tracking | No | No |
On-screen workout | No | Yes |
Sport modes | Yes | 15 |
BATTERY | BATTERY | BATTERY |
Battery type | Non-removable Li-ion battery | non-removable Lithium-polymer |
Battery capacity | 279mAh | — |
Battery life | Regular: up to 18hrs | Regular: 5 days+, Standby: 8 days+ |
Charging type | Charging dock | Charging dock |
Charging time | 1-2 hours | 2hrs |
Solar power | No | No |
PLATFORM | PLATFORM | PLATFORM |
Chipset | Apple S3 | — |
CPU | Dual core | — |
GPU | — | — |
Operating system | WatchOS 4 | Fitbit OS |
MISC | MISC | MISC |
Companion app | Apple Watch App | Fitbit App |
Compatibility | iOS 12.0+ | Android, iOS |
Payment system | Apple Pay | Fitbit Pay |
Interchangeable strap | 24mm, Yes | Yes |
Voice command | Yes, Siri | Yes, Alexa |
Find my phone | Yes | Yes |
Box content | Apple Watch Series 3, Charger, Manual, Straps | Charger, Fitbit Versa 2, Manual, Straps |
Price | $227.96 | $132.00 |