It took me 25 seconds to realize he wasn’t in the TV...

I thought you was in the tv at the beginning 😂😂

This is a great review. You put your heart and soul in it. Fitbit should be proud that you supported them for so long, now they will have to convince you to come back by not forgetting the basics... Thanks for the insights!

I'm with you. I'm done with Fitbit. They seem to be taking steps backwards. Their customer support is a joke, and their "updates" cause problems, remove features, and brick devices. Personally, I will never use any Apple device, so my next watch will be something from Garmin.

I feel ur pain. Been a Fitbit customer since 2013, with all the ups and downs. The only thing holding me from switching is the sleep-tracking

Totally agree. Fitbit prices keep soaring while the product actually gets worse.

This video needs to be viral! Everything you've said is spot on! I've had my Versa 2 for only a year and now it won't sync to my phone, Bluetooth connection is poor etc etc. Used chat support for a month, to no avail before they gave me a 20% off coupon code for an "upgraded model" I'm sad because I've been a lover of Fitbit for years, but these 2 upgrades are not worth it. This review is awesome and definitely more in depth than others. Keep up the great work! ☺

Why no one talk about fitbit breaking down as soon as the 1 year warranty is over.

I thought this man was showing us a recording of a TV

I have a Versa 2 that’s one year old. I would love to get the Sense. I don’t care that you can’t load music onto it, as I am never without my phone anyway. (Older parents=I ALWAYS need to be available, lol) I think I would normally opt for the Apple Watch but I just do NOT want to charge it every single day. That’s a dealbreaker for me. How can Apple not have developed a longer battery life by now? I love that I get 4-5 days from my Versa 2. I love seeing my sleep statistics so I want to wear my watch to bed. I’m also in step challenges every day so I can’t charge my watch every day. I also think Fitbit’s community is way larger than Apple’s, as regards the health challenges. But that being said...I do get what you’re saying, and i really enjoyed this review! 👍🏻👍🏻 I think that I’ll still end up selling my Versa 2 and getting the Sense probably in about 6 months, lol.

I have no idea why, but you doing the whole “this is a nice looking watch,” thing had me laughing way harder than I would have thought. 😂

Thanks, I used Fitbit for about 10 years and recently decided they had their last chance. When you pay for a device, then have to pay or see the data, then it only syncs when Mercury is in retrograde; it is time to change. I switched to an entry level Garmin, Forerunner 45, about a month ago and just wish I had done it years ago- have not had any issues- syncs smoothly, gps is spot on, app just works. The only issue has been learning to use it.

Thank you so much for this! My Charge 3 is dying under warranty, and they gave me the option of a full replacement, or 50% off an upgrade. I was thinking of getting the Versa 3, but it sounds like I should go for the Versa 2. I appreciate your advice!

I feel it. Love Fitbit but been on Apple Watch Series 5 and it’s an amazing experience. Only thing I miss Are battery life and sleep tracking but it’s not that bad.

Awesome review! Thank you for being so thorough and informative. You touched on some things that other videos do not. Bravo 👏🏽

So glad I came across your review. As a non-Apple user I am happy to hear the Versa 2 is a good choice. I have been trying to decide if I should spend the extra on the 3 or Sense. I just recently found a chart that showed the differences and thought the same thing, Do I Need those extras?? Now I feel more comfortable with my decision on the Versa 2. Thanks! 😊

Thank you for actually testing each product and giving an informed opinion rather than reciting the box description like everyone else on youtube does.

Pretty honest review. I have owned Fitbit watches for the past 3-5 years and I loved them. I am however looking to replace them with an Apple Watch SE. For me, the main reason is that I think I want to graduate from a fitness tracking watch that has smart phone capabilities (Fitbit) to a smart watch with fitness tracking capabilities (Apple). Like you said, and I agree wholeheartedly, there is an issue with battery life between charges, however, the one big factor that most comparisons do not touch on is that an Apple Watch battery can be replaced but Fitbit batteries cannot. Once the battery dies in a Fitbit, the watch is just discarded. Thanks for the review. It helped push me even more towards the Apple Watch.

Very helpful...i just bought a Versa 2 for the first time and was wondering if it is worth to update. Now i am just returning the Versa 2 since the reading if my steps and calories isnt even accurate. What would you recommend as an alternative for android user

Great Video. I used to be a fitbit user HR2, and I was tired of having to bring my phone for the GPS feature. but not having the GPS was a deal breaker for me. it is so disappointing that they took away the music now. I am so happy with my Apple Watch now, yes it is more expensive and the battery life is not as great as Fitbit, but you get what you pay for.

I recently went to Garmin. My first and only experience with fitbit was getting a versa 2 second hand. Worked absolutely perfectly until I updated it to the latest firmware. Then the battery started lasting only 10 hours. Then the heart rate monitor broke. And then it stopped counting steps. It was clearly bricked by the update.

Good review. I have been on my toes to spin up the new Sense from my current Versa 2. But I would stay back for a while. Like you, I am an apple fanboi while a long term fitbit user. I still continue with the Versa 2

Everything he is saying is why I left Fitbit. Had the charge 2 and it stopped syncing with my Android phone and my PC. Went with Garmin Venu SQ that has better OS and more features for same price.

Would you stick with my present ionic, or take the jump to the sense?

Thank you! I wanted to buy the versa 3 until i found out the offline Spotify Problem 😃 now i‘m thinking of the garmin venu sq music.. what do you think?

One thing I really enjoy about your videos is that you are not just saying things/making videos for clicks. I know that's an element of making videos on yt, but I hate when tech youtubers make the same video 20 times and say the same reactionary, speculative thing in each one. It seems like every video u make has actual value and a message behind making it so I appreciate you taking the time to be detailed and thoughtful! Also Fitbit really messed up with the music. Not a bad looking watch though

Sense comes with a 6 month subscription, i have yet to see a review of the sense without the premium subscription, how does it look? What features are removed? i was considering Sense myself, but after owning 3 fitbits and having strap problems on all 3 previous and seeing the all the negative reviews, im looking for a new fitness tracker watch.

How does speaker works on versa 3 , is it possible to attend call without having to pick up my phone ?

“This is a nice looking watch” ha that was funny

Thanks a lot for your sincere review, you just answered many of the points I was interested with this watch but couldn't find yet on other reviews. I now decided that probably this is not the right stuff for me due to the cons you enlighten, non phisical button and music especially.

Love your honesty. I was totally confused after listening to other videos. You helped me tremendously. I have an android phone and don't like iphones, but I have an ipad. Is there any work around for me to use if I wanted to get an iwatch?

I was going to buy a Fitbit versa 3 although I have an iPhone. I have watching so many reviews and I am more towards versa 2. Does it makes sense to get a versa 2 now?

This review sums up exactly what I have been thinking as well. I had the Versa 3 for a week. It's way too Beta level. Everything right with Fitbit is in the Versa 2. But honestly I'm out.

I love my FitBit Versa 2 and was looking forward to upgrading to the Sense, but this review completely changed my mind. The inflated price and the exclusion of onboard music went against the reasons for why I even got a Versa 2 in the first place. I might as well go with an Amazfit GTS 2.

Hi, I have a few questions. 1) Which FitBit tracker would you recommend to someone who mainly wants to use it for the health features and for the smart wake feature. (I am considering the charge 4, because I don't want a smart watch however there seem to be mixed reviews- so if I have to get a watch e.g. the versa 2 or versa SE). 2) For an Android user, which smart watch/Fitbit smart watch would you recommend that has an accurate health/fitness/sleep tracker etc e.g. the Garmin Venu SQ for example- I want something which is durable and long lasting and have had some mixed reviews about why the FitBit sense is not great etc. Please help!!

Hi Dayo...Is the Versa 2 useful for treadmill running?

Excellent review. I was really hoping that with Google's purchase of Fitbit that somehow it would improve. Maybe it will ultimately, but right now I'm with you, Fitbit just isn't going to cut it for the price. I may reluctantly move to an Apple watch and their ecosystem.

I agree with you 100%, for I have also been involved with Fitbit since the very beginning, they are slow with the process and just continue to cost much more money!!! My favorite watch was the Blaze! Then , it was unavailable and I ended up receiving the Versa 2 because I didn't like the 1st Versa, now my hubby has the Versa Lite because the Versa 1 died after one year! I agree I will not give Fitbit anymore of my business!

Your perspective was extremely helpful. I’m between both the Versa 3 and Charge 5 or even the Sense (coming from a Charge 3) and am having such a hard time deciding. You put into words why I’m struggling - these devices are nice, but they’re missing features that would be nice to have. Plus, the cool features are behind the Premium paywall. I’m just not feeling jazzed about my options, and I’ve been very anti-Apple watch… but now you have me feeling like I need to reconsider. Thanks for the video!

Thanks this was so useful my FITBIT blaze is heating upnot chargimg ..bought in 2019! Not extensively used at all..what is the lifespan of these gadgets?

Hey man! YT recommended this video and it's pretty good! Want to review the versa myself.

Switched to an apple se from Fitbit versa. Started to have problems of not lasting a year. Very happy so far .

Thank you for your detailed comparison on each version! really helpful for me to decide which to buy!

I used fitbit before and was planning to purchase a new one this Christmas but I'm seeing all these disappointing reviews on the their newer ones (versa 3 & sense which is very disappointing to me also). Which fitness watch would you recommend if someone doesn't have an iphone?

Good review, thanks! Never had a Fitbit before, but the Sense sounded awesome now that they added ECG! But the music thing is odd, and needing the Premium service to get full use of all the sensors sucks. Was at the top of my list to replace my old Garmin Vivosmart HR, but pretty sure it's fallen to the bottom of the list after all the reviews I've seen/read.

Finally a comparison that gets down to it! I have been considering the Apple Watch for ages but my little Fitbit BLAZE is still (barely) working. I just couldn’t decide on the Versa and then with so many versions and the sense coming out I got really stumped. Thank you for breaking it down. I’m curious to hear about your time with the Apple Watch!

What sport watch would you say to buy for CrossFit hiit training treadmill and weights ?

Great video. I still use my hand me down FitBit Blaze (lol) and considering jumping to Sense, Versa 2 or 3. I have an android and spotify premium. With the blazer I obviously just have to carry my phone on runs for music. Sounds like any of these will be a nice upgrade. Was curious about the GPS comments, does that have any effect on playing music from spotify away from your phone? That would be awesome to play my music from spotfiy on runs without my phone but didn't know if you would have to load it to your phone etc. Appreciate the help and insight!

I agree with all the points. Had an Ionic that got “bricked” with latest update last week. I jumped to the Apple watch 6....life has never been better! Thanks for the memories Fitbit! 😜

Thumbs up for having the best comparison video I’ve found! Keep it up! I have the versa 2 and was thinking of an upgrade. I really want GPS but the music thing is a downside. Versa 2 is still the best overall for me!

I haven’t heard about measuring Blood pressure. Does this Sense measure the blood pressure?

Hello! Fitbit versa 3 has gps so should i buy versa 3 condidering the accuracy

Thank you so much. This was very helpful as a Fitbit and Android user trying to decide between Versa 2 and 3.

I just bought a Fitbit 3 ..I've had it for a week and I'm not impressed, I set it up and got a 3-month free Fitbit premium to try out. But I may take it back.. I don't have a lot of patience for some tech. I really enjoyed your review..thank you

I want a watch with Google Assistant did the Sense get that update?

have you got any reviews on the xiaomi Mi watch?. I am about to buy my first smartwatch and i was going to choose the fitbit versa 3 but after watching this video, maybe the versa 2? I use a Xiaomi phone ( love it !! ) and the watch may be a good choice vs the versa 2 or 3??................ I NEED HELP!! Not tech savvy. TIA,

After owning my Fitbit versa 2 for a year, I am switching to Garmin instinct solar😔. Too Frustrated with Fitbit software

Now let's wait for your Versa 4 and sense 2 reviews in the future

How accurate is the heart rate accuracy with the Fitbit and how do u transfer music to Fitbit from your phone ?

Can you know the heart rate while using a fitbit versa While you are in motion or sleeping?

I just made the same switch from Versa 2 to Apple Watch SE. I’ve been a Fitbit user for 5 years and I’ve been through 4 models. And you’re right, for the continuous increase in the asking price compared with the features offered to that of an Apple Watch, I felt like I was getting cheated. And then when I found out I could get an Apple Watch through my phone plan and trade it in for an upgrade as newer models come out - the decision was surprisingly (and sadly) easy.

My friend and i both got Charge 3 last year. Both of our screens broke a month after warranty expired - the watch itself supposedly still tracked everything, but it basically became a screenless tracker and i didn’t want to wear it with my watch. tried all the things they suggested on the forum, but also read that for many this is an issue shortly after warranty, and people have concerns the same thing could happen to Charge 4. Switched to another brand and don’t intend to come back. 🤷🏼‍♀️

How can you change clockface without using the phone. For versa 3.thanks

Hi Thank you, I thought it was me the prices are increasing but not the quality. I too have been a long time user of fitbit, however with my versa I had it one year battery begin to fail recharging every other day, stop syncing they send me another and almost a year to the date the exact same problem, failure to sync. So, this doesn't encourage me to spend another couple hundred dollars for an updated version. Any suggestions other than Apple? Thanks for the enlightenment.

Hey man, I used to love fitbit too. Its price, fitness software & longer battery life were the main factors. However, I found out that Apple watch is giving much accurate fitness data, with built in gps, music. So I switched. I will say you will love your apple watch. Enjoy man

I totally agree! I did beta for a couple of the original Fitbit models. I loved them at first and was completely sold. They weren’t improving or listening at all in the testing though. I get we’re beta testers not engineers but major issue should be listed to when many are experiencing them. They did still make some solid improvements though. Then when Apple Watch released I tried it and pretty instantly was sold. I wanted to hold out a bit to see if Fitbit would improve but I wasn’t seeing it. I think their mistake was going after Apple models. Realistically they should have tried to compete in the active Watch market not smartwatches unless they were willing to make major leaps toward the user experience and OS. I feel like they may be pushing out their last few watches/trackers before they’re more absorbed into Google more.

So what is the best competitor that can be used with android I would like it to track temperature to at night

Thanks for the video, I just got the sense 2 weeks ago and I just did an 88 mile walk in 5 days from LA to Santa Barbara. The GPS work great, and after 9 hours of GPS being on, the battery had gone down 60%, which I thought was impressive. I agree that the UI does not respond well all the time, I might look at the Garmins to compare.

Thank you, Dayo. VERY HELPFUL! I agree, it's the price of the Versa that made me switch from FitBit to Apple.

I love this video , am 100% in agreement with what this guy says, experienced the same frustrations with fitbit despite being very loyal to its use since 2016. I had to stick with versa 2 as I didn't find any value add to versa 3, bought it from fitbit and now returning it after dealing with their yucky customer care. They do not pay for your return shipping. Please note this. You will be more happy with your versa 2 , it's got more value than versa 3 overall. GPS is no big deal as who stays without cell phones.

Will an update for Google assistant be coming to the Versa 2?

should i still buy the fitbit ionic now its £141 and i cant afford an AW??

I still haven’t purchased a watch! I’m a previous Fitbit user as well and loved them. Now I’m stuck watching KZfaq videos all day to help me decide. Because like you said their hitting AW territory and I’m already in the eco system so do i just switch sides? 😩 i wish i could put Fitbit UI on Apple hardware!

I was so excited for the sense. I had been using an Apple Watch and wanted to try Fitbit out again. I had the sense for two days. Didn’t even wear it for a whole 24 hours. For that much money it was not a premium experience. It wasn’t just the switch of platforms. The whole experience was just clunky. Plus I couldn’t get Alexa to work properly, and I just didn’t need TWO smart assistants. I was still using Siri on my other devices. I’m not a techy person so I couldn’t figure it out. For a fitness watch, it tracked wayyy fewer types of workouts than the Apple Watch. Lastly, those special new features and technology like the o2 and temperatures sensors weren’t able to be used all that well. So pretty much useless. Returned the next week and bought the new Apple Watch 6 which I am SUPER happy with. If you’re an Apple user, there’s nothing better than an Apple Watch. There’s so much more included with an Apple Watch and it just works so seamlessly. It’s beautiful. Love this review! Gonna keep an eye on this channel in the future.

My Fitbit versa 2 just died today. What should I be looking into getting?

I have a versa 2 and all of a sudden it just wouldn't come on and it was charged...I've only had for 1.5 years, I contacted fitbit and they're offering a 35% off any new device I buy. I was wondering if that is the norm for it to last that little 🤔

I had to return my Versa. When I bend my wrist it would activate the screen and was so annoying

Never buy a product based on future promises, buy it for what it can do today. I used to own 3 Fitbits almost two years ago and the software has never changed enough in the feature department to keep me around. I switched to a Samsung Gear S3 Frontier and I've loved this watch way more and it hasn't broken after a year like all of my Fitbits did!

Which smart watch would you suggest for the first time users of smart watch?

Have you looked at the next series up available now, versa 4 and sense 2? What's keeping me with my versa 3 (and husband's ionic) is that I invested in the aria scale. Now if I could get that scale to work with apple...

Been wanting for someone to say this and you did, thank you.

When you reached out to pick up one of the smartwatches on the table, for a second i thought i was watching "The Ring" movie. 🤪

I'm ready to upgrade my versa 2. the brass contacts on the back constantly build up tarnish that is very hard to remove. that tarnish prevents the watch from charging. anyway, I really don't care about the extra sensors. my problem is the price. the sense is $229 now and the versa 3 is $169. so is the sense the better option even though it'll have features I don't need? I'd appreciate any thoughts.

I have a Fitbit versa 1 and after a year I’m having trouble with it. The date is not changing at all I synced it like the instructions say and it did not work. I know what u r talking about I’m going to Apple Watch also

Had a versa switched to an Apple Watch SE. looking forward to it 😁

Customer support has gotten really bad with fitbit over the years. And I too have been with fitbit since 2015 with the charge hr, blaze, charge 3, charge 4 and now versa 2. The bingo challenges are nice but only available with premium (which doesn't add much things I want besides the bingo). Most friends ice made on fitbit over the years have ditched fitbit. So I understand why you are leaving. Thank you for a great review.

I used fitbit ionic for 2.6 years and still love it Does it worth to change to versa 3 or sense ?

So Fitbit doesn’t make a cellular model? What would you say is the top watch? Top apple model and top android and top (if any) alternative to the 3

"Mommy... why is the TV talking to me?"

Feeling pretty good about my 70 dollar second-hand versa2 after seeing video.

I was gonna buy my wife a new smartwatch, and was considering a Fitbit. Noticed the Sense is new, but quite a lot more expensive. And a subscription? Seems like it's.. overwhelming? So is the Versa a better buy? But then it's not the newest and best?

Nice video. I'm totally new to fitness watches. I started looking into fitbit but will avoid after your video. What do you recommend with the GPS, which also looks cool? 👍

I was done when they forced location in order to connect on phone.

I feel the same. I’m sad. I love fitbit but their latest firmware update to the Versa lite killed my experience. The customer service has never been the same and the quality of the watch interface lags too much. I still love the app but I’m going to have to move on to an Apple Watch now 😔.

What are your views on Garminy645 music vs fitbit versa 2.

Can you use google maps or anything on the Versa 3 or the sense?

Completely agree every Fitbit product I buy is over priced and doesn’t work very well their only saving grace is their app but yeah I’m done with them

I totally agree with you Fitbit use to be a great company regards to customer service. Now the are sooo bad!!! I had to call them regarding my Ionic and they were so rude and very unhelpful. When my Ionic truly dies I am not sure what I'll do.

Can you tell me what MIC you are using for your video? It's really clear.