Fitbit Charge 5 Vs Fitbit Versa 4

Which One Is Right For You?

So you are looking to buy a smartwatch or band and you have settled on buying either a Fitbit Versa 4 or a Fitbit Charge 5 but not to sure on what to purchase? then I think this article would be of interest to you.

The Fitbit Charge 5 and Fitbit Versa 4 are popular wearables with various features that cater to different fitness needs.

Both devices offer something different because the Versa series is the more high end product within the Fitbit brand. The Charge 5 is also packed with some great features and does compare well against the Versa 4. Then again it all comes down to individual preferences.

We aim to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of each fitness tracker and its unique qualities. This information lets you choose the best device that suits your requirements.

Comparison of Fitbit Charge 5 Vs Fitbit Versa 4 Specs

If you haven’t read any of my comparison articles, I don’t dwell on providing comparisons based on specifications I. There are many websites out there that can provide this information. I like to compare devices from a unique angle by comparing each device into six different categories based on my user experience.

While both devices have much in common, some notable differences will help you decide which is right for you.

Feature	Fitbit charge 5	Fitbit Versa 4
Design	Sleek fitness band	Stylish smartwatch
Size	Smaller and lighter	Slightly larger
GPS	Built-in	Built-in
Heart Rate Monitoring	Yes	Yes
Sleep Tracking	Yes	Yes
Activity Tracking	Yes	Yes
Water Resistance	Up to 50 meters	Up to 50 meters
Music Storage	Limited capacity	Generous storage
Smart Notifications	Notifications, alarms, music controls, Fitbit Pay, Spotify controls	Notifications, alarms, music controls, Fitbit Pay, Spotify controls
NFC Payments	No	Yes
Voice Assistant	No	Yes
Battery Life	Up to 7 days	Up to 6 days
Compatibility	iOS, Android	iOS, Android
Sensors	Optical heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor, EDA sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, altimeter, ambient light sensor	Optical heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, altimeter, ambient light sensor, NFC
ECG app for Afib detection	✔	❌
Additional features	ECG app, Daily Readiness Score, Stress Management Score	Smart Wake, Active Zone Minutes, Versa Lite Edition

Fitbit Charge 5 Pros and Cons

Fitbit Versa 4 Pros and Cons

Fitbit Charge 5 and Fitbit Versa 4 are excellent fitness trackers offering a range of features to help you stay on top of your health and fitness goals.

Fitbit Charge 5 Specifications

When it comes to delivering the best experience for your health and well being, the Fitbit brand is very reliable. In fact Health and well being is the brands speciality as they have poured in so much time and effort into developing a device that’s not quite medical grade but useful enough to provide insight to your overall health.

Although the Versa 4 is the more higher end of the two devices, I have chosen the Charge 5 as the winner because it has some very advanced tools built in that’s identical to Fitbits flagship model the Sense series. The Charge 5, despite being less expensive, has features that are on par with those of the Sense series, which is Fitbit’s top-of-the-line model.

DISPLAY	1.04″ AMOLED, 450×240 pixels
BATTERY LIFE	Up to 7 days
SENSORS	Optical heart rate monitor, skin temperature sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter, ambient light sensor, and SpO2 sensor
CONNECTIVITY	Bluetooth 5.0, NFC
WATER RESISTANCE	Up to 50 meters

Fitbit Versa 4 Specifications

Display	1.34 Inches-inch AMOLED touchscreen
Battery Life	Up to 6 days
Sensors	Optical heart rate monitor, 3-axis accelerometer, Altimeter, SpO2 sensor, Ambient light sensor, Vibration motor, NFC
Connectivity	Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, NFC, GPS
Water Resistance	Up to 50 meters

Differences between Fitbit Charge 5 and Fitbit Versa 4

Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the differences between the Fitbit Charge 5 and the Fitbit Versa 4:

It typically features a slim, narrow design with a smaller display compared to the Versa 4.

The Versa 4 generally has a larger, square-shaped touchscreen display, offering more screen real estate for notifications, app interactions, and on-screen workouts.

The Versa 4 offers a broader range of features compared to the Charge 5. Along with fitness tracking features, it includes additional smartwatch functionalities such as app support, music control, on-screen workouts, contactless payments (depending on the model), and the ability to respond to notifications with preset messages.

Generally, the Fitbit Charge 5 tends to have a longer battery life compared to the Fitbit Versa 4, primarily due to its simpler display and fewer features.

The Fitbit Charge 5 is usually priced slightly lower than the Fitbit Versa 4, though pricing can vary depending on promotions and discounts.

The Charge 5’s display is smaller but provides all the necessary information to stay on top of your fitness goals.

Feature	Fitbit Charge 5	Fitbit Versa 4
Fitness Tracking	The Charge 5 offers advanced fitness tracking features, including built-in GPS, 20+ exercise modes, and Active Zone Minutes.	The Versa 4 also offers built-in GPS and a wide range of exercise modes but adds on-screen workouts and coaching.
Smart Features The Charge 5 includes basic intelligent features like call, text, calendar alerts, and contactless payments with Fitbit Pay	The Versa 4 offers more advanced intelligent features like music storage and control, voice Assistant, and app notifications.
Battery Life	Depending on usage, the Charge 5 has a battery life of up to 7 days.	The Versa 4 offers up to 6+ days of battery life, depending on use

Fitbit Versa 4 Features

the Versa 4 wins this comparison 9-7. The 2 point gap is a true reflection how I see the devices as there is only a small margin and almost identical.

The Versa 4 offers everything that the Charge 5 has, with a few extras which is reason why I gave the Versa 4 the win. Both devices offer everything at a basic level.

• Fitbit Charge 5
• Intermediate Level : Contactless payment, Ability to lock out water, Ability to improve time management.
• Fitbit Versa 4
• Intermediate Level : Contactless payment, Ability to lock out water, Ability to improve time management.
• Advanced Level : Ability to provide assistance (google, Alexa or Bixby), Ability to provide direction (similar to google maps, Petal maps)
• Smart Feature Ability Comparison

Conclusion: Fitbit Charge 5 vs Fitbit Versa 4 Specs

After thoroughly comparing the Fitbit Charge 5 vs Fitbit Versa 4 specs, it is clear that both devices have unique features and capabilities.

Both devices have outstanding fitness tracking features, with the Fitbit Charge 5 offering advanced health tracking and stress management tools and the Fitbit Versa 4 providing on-screen workouts and music storage and control.

Thank you so much for reading and I hope you have learnt a lot I this article. I like to think that the Charge 5 has still many things to offer in comparison the the new Versa 4.

I hope also that if you do decide to buy either device, I still think you will get the benefits but you must always consider what you want from the device before hand. Fitbit’s specialty is health and well being, so please keep that in mind that each smartwatch brand has its own specific place in the market.