Fitbit Versa 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 9
Buy the Versa 4 if you want a light fitness watch with built-in GPS and 6+ day battery for under $100. Buy the Galaxy Watch 9 if you want a bigger 1.5-inch screen, a premium Samsung build and deeper Galaxy phone integration and can pay about four times as much. The Versa 4 has ranged from $95.00 to $199.95 since October 28, 2026; the Galaxy Watch 9 is $379.99 at Samsung as of November 3, 2026.
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Fitbit Versa 4
4.6Choose the Versa 4 if you want GPS, 40+ exercise modes and multi-day battery at a low price.
Pros
- Built-in GPS and 40+ exercise modes
- Daily Readiness Score and Active Zone Minutes
- 6+ day battery life claimed
- 50 m water resistance
- Includes 6 months of Fitbit Premium
Cons
- 1-inch LCD is small and low resolution
- Some owners report battery draining fast
- Some units failed or reset around two years
- No cellular plan option
What separates them
| Fitbit Versa 4 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $95.00 low to $199.95 high since October 28, 2026 | $379.99 at Samsung as of November 3, 2026 |
| Display | 1-inch LCD, rectangle case | 1.5-inch 480x480, 46 x 43.7 mm case |
| Battery | Up to 144 hours (6+ days) claimed | 390 mAh / 445 mAh listed |
| GPS | Built-in GPS with route maps | Not stated in the given specs |
| Weight | Thin, lightweight aluminum case | 34 g watch, 14 g band |
| Storage | Not stated | 2GB RAM, 32GB storage |
| Water resistance | 50 m water resistant | Not stated |
Price history
$379.99$95.00
- Fitbit Versa 4: lowest $95.00 on Oct 30 at Zappos.com; $95.00 on Nov 2.
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 9: lowest $379.99 on Nov 2 at Samsung; $379.99 on Nov 3.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Fitbit Versa 4 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 6.0 |
| Brand | Fitbit | — |
| Battery life | 144 h | — |
| Compatible OS | Android 8+, iOS 14+ | — |
| Mobile OS | Android | — |
| Resists water | Y | — |
| Screen size | 1 in | — |
| Display | LCD | — |
| Smart watch functions | Text from Watch | — |
| Wireless | Bluetooth | — |
| Case material |
What reviewers say
Fitbit Versa 4
Owners are split. Many like the step and zone-minute tracking, the readable screen and the easy call and text handling, but battery life and long-term durability draw complaints.
Pros
- Helps track steps and zone minutes
- Large screen makes calls and texts easy
- Easy-to-use screen
- Good battery life for some users
Cons
- Battery life declines or needs charging every other day
- Watch died or reset to factory settings around two years
Questions and answers
- Which is better for running and hiking?
- The Versa 4. It has built-in GPS, route maps and 40+ exercise modes, and it is lighter on the wrist.
- Which lasts longer on a charge?
- The Versa 4 on paper, at up to 6+ days. The Galaxy Watch 9 lists a 390 mAh battery, which is small for a 1.5-inch screen.
- Is the Galaxy Watch 9 worth the extra money?
- Only if you want the bigger, sharper screen and own a Galaxy phone. At $379.99 versus a $95.00 low for the Versa 4, you pay a lot for display and storage.
- Does the Versa 4 work with an iPhone?
- Yes, it supports iOS 14+ and Android 8+. The Galaxy Watch 9 is built around Galaxy phones.
- Can I swim with either watch?
- The Versa 4 is rated to 50 m. Water resistance is not stated for the Galaxy Watch 9, so check before swimming.
