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Amazfit Balance vs Fitbit Versa 4

Amazfit Balance delivers exceptional value with a larger 1.5-inch AMOLED display, stronger battery endurance (14 days vs 6 days), and lighter 35g design, making it ideal for users prioritizing longevity between charges. Fitbit Versa 4 counters with a genuine ECG sensor, NFC for contactless payments, and the advantage of transitioning to Google's Wear OS ecosystem for future software improvements. Both feature comprehensive health tracking (SpO2, heart rate, skin temperature, sleep), though Amazfit's Zepp OS remains more intuitive than Fitbit's aging interface. Battery performance heavily favors Amazfit—14 days versus 6 days is substantial for daily wearers. However, Fitbit's ECG capability and NFC accessibility appeal to health-conscious users and those needing mobile payments. At $20 less, Amazfit Balance emerges as the stronger choice for most consumers, particularly those seeking best-in-class battery life and display quality without sacrificing essential health features.

Amazfit Balance
Amazfit
Amazfit Balance
$199
8.3/10
Winner
VS
Fitbit Versa 4
Fitbit
Fitbit Versa 4
$179
7.6/10

Full Specifications

SpecAmazfit BalanceFitbit Versa 4
SoftwareZepp OS 4Fitbit OS (transitioning to Wear OS)
Body
Weight35 g (without strap)37.6 g
Case materialAluminum alloyAluminum
Water resistance5ATMWR50
Health & Sensors
ECG
SpO₂
Skin temperature
Heart rate
Sleep tracking
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 14 days (typical usage)Up to 6 days (typical usage)
Display
Size46 mm (1.5 inches)40 mm (1.58 inches)
TypeAMOLEDAMOLED
Always-on display
Resolution480 x 480336 x 336
Processor
RAM32 MB
ChipsetHuami proprietaryFitbit proprietary
Connectivity
GPS
NFC
Wi-Fi
Cellular
Bluetooth5.25.0

Category Scores

Amazfit Balance
Fitbit Versa 4
Value
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0
Battery
0
0
Display
0
0
Software
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health_tracking
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Pros & Cons

Amazfit Balance

Pros

  • 14-day battery life is excellent for a full-featured smartwatch
  • AI-powered Readiness Score helps optimize training and recovery
  • Lightweight at 35 g — barely noticeable on the wrist
  • Skin temperature and SpO2 monitoring at $199
  • 150+ sport modes with GPS tracking

Cons

  • No ECG monitoring
  • Zepp OS has limited third-party app ecosystem
  • No NFC for contactless payments
  • No cellular connectivity — phone required for notifications

Fitbit Versa 4

Pros

  • Best sleep tracking of any smartwatch — Daily Readiness Score
  • ECG, SpO2, and skin temperature at $179 is strong value
  • 6-day battery life — charge once a week
  • NFC for Google Wallet contactless payments
  • Google integration with Maps, Wallet, and YouTube Music

Cons

  • Fitbit OS is being sunset — unclear future app support
  • GPS accuracy is less reliable than Garmin or Apple Watch
  • Limited third-party app ecosystem
  • Physical button replaced with a haptic side button — divisive

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