The Fitbit Versa 3 also features built-in GPS, meaning that you no longer need to keep your watch constantly connected to your smartphone. They’re very small though and are barely visible, and it sure beats having a cracked screen.

It also comes with a layer of Gorilla Glass to keep it safe from most damage, although to be honest I, unfortunately, have a couple of micro-scratches on the display. There’s auto-brightness as well which is definitely a nice addition. It’s also very responsive, so swiping across the user interface is an effortless affair, and it’s a lot more responsive compared to the older Fitbit Versa models. It gets pretty bright even when outdoors, and I’ve never had any difficulty when reading the screen in broad daylight. OLED DisplayĪnother standout feature of the Versa 3 is the OLED display. Overall it feels sturdy, and I’ve worn it daily without any problems. You don’t have to worry about water damage if you’re ever caught in the rain, or decide to take it swimming with you.

The watch has a metal unibody and is of course IP certified to be waterproof and dustproof. It can sometimes take a couple of tries to register a button press though. It’s a bit similar to the home button on the iPhone SE, and vibrates when it registers a press.

One major change compared to older Versa models is that instead of a physical control button on the side, Fitbit has decided to equip the Versa 3 with a touch-based capacitive button that responds to pressure. It retains the basic look of the earlier Fitbit Versa models, but has a more rounded look to it, resulting in a refined appearance. Let’s take a quick moment to talk about the design on the Versa 3. Here are some reasons to check it out! Sturdy Build & Impressive Design If you’re looking to get one for yourself, then the Fitbit Versa 3 strikes the perfect balance of functionality and price, especially if you’re upgrading from a more basic fitness tracker. With Google’s purchase of Fitbit, it seems like we’re coming closer and closer to finally seeing a purely Google-branded wearable, especially if you factor in the continuous rumors of the upcoming “Pixel Watch.” In the meantime though, the closest we have right now to an “official” Google wearable is Fitbit’s line-up of smartwatches (aside from WearOS devices, but I digress) and fitness trackers.