We review the Fitbit Versa smartwatch: what do a marathon runner and weightlifter think?

Jan 11 , 2019

The Fitbit Versa, which offers a free selection of different watch faces, a good battery life and useful women’s health functions, should please many people looking for a smart device to wear while running or exercising in the gym.

If you plan to keep your New Year’s resolution to get fit and want a smartwatch to wear in the gym or out running, could this be the one you’re looking for?

It’s January, which means you’re serious about those New Year’s resolutions, which means you’ve committed to going to the gym seriously this time.

That means you’re thinking of splurging on a smartwatch, which means that unless you read this review, you might just end up having all the gear with no idea.

Chances are, you’ve probably read some of the reviews out there for the Fitbit Versa smartwatch already, but this one looks at how runners and gym-goers might use the watch differently.

Our two testers:

Keith is an avid runner and an expert on Hong Kong’s marathons and jogging routes.

Jacqueline is allergic to cardio and much prefers lifting weights in the gym where there’s air conditioning and soft, clean towels.

The Fitbit Versa smartwatch does not have GPS, but runners can pair it with a GPS-enabled mobile phone for measuring distances – as long as they take the phone with them.

Running vs gym training: