Fitbit Versa 2 HONEST Review!

Reviewing the latest fitness tracker smartwatch from the company. Fitbit Vera 2 Special Edition. Here are 3 Things I love and hate and comparing it with some other Fitbit models. Is it worth it's $200 price tag? BUY IT HERE: amzn.to/3jegODi Subscribe for more ►►► www.youtube.co...
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EMKWAN REVIEWS is a weekly channel set up by EMKWAN for unboxing, reviews on technology, luxury watches and lifestyle.
EMKWAN is an award winning KZbinr, Digital and Social Media Influencer who is regarded as “One of the UAE’s leading video bloggers.” (Esquire Magazine). Originally from the UK now based in Abu Dhabi. In 2015, EMKWAN was handed the Esquire Magazine's Digital Influencer award and selected as one of AHLAN!'s Hot 100 Influencers of the Middle East.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

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[@Dhiren_Punjabi]

Great review. One correction. Alarms can be set up on the device, but yes, it's heavily dependent on the phone for a lot of things. Been using it for the past few weeks. Love it, especially considering its price and battery life. Happy with the trade offs.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Dhiren Punjabi true. How are you finding the battery life. Seriously impressive isn’t it. I haven’t seen you on the channel before. Are you new 😊 🤗

[@Dhiren_Punjabi]

@@EMKWANREVIEWS Ah yes, I'm new around here. :) The battery life is fantastic. I believe a fitness tracker should have a great battery life because it shouldn't die on you in the middle of your workout. That's demotivating, to lose your log when you put in effort. Fitbit has always been great in that department. I understand that they advertise the Versa as a smartwatch, but i believe it's a fitness tracker first. Just upgraded from the Charge 2. Even though the hardware may not justify the price tag (i can get a Samsung Active for the same price and Amazfit GTS at half the price here in India), i think the app more than makes up for it. Thoughts?

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Dhiren Punjabi totally agree with you. It’s one of the big issues with most smartwatches today. You expect battery life to last beyond a workout. Great to have you on the channel. Lots of subscribers from India. Do hit subscribe if you haven’t already. 🙏🏽

[@Semor-bn1lh]

Just a tip, in regards to the brightness you can actually increase the brightness in the settings on the watch. It usually defaults to about halfway to its brightest.

[@rh8068]

This will be my first experience to smart watches, appreciate how direct and indef you are about the product. Thank you!

[@Dustinthewind03]

It is a great watch! That will last one year if you are lucky. I had the original versa and it wouldn’t sink and I got the two and now my battery dies in a few hours... and I got it six months ago! I would love to see a long-term review. Other than the issues I experienced you are right and good video.

[@hibye-pi9zw]

umm you might wanna call customer service. the battery usually lasts up to 2-3 days..

[@Dustinthewind03]

@@hibye-pi9zw I did they told me it was shot for some reason and they sent me another one for free. After I bought a Garmin the versa came in and I haven’t worn my Garmin forever.

[@ursulastroh5904]

All the negatives you mention don't bother me. It would make the watch much more expensive too.

[@One01Zero]

Just set alarms on my Versa 2. No need to go to the phone

[@Potatoman60007]

This watch is more expensive than my phone

[@delaneybaum]

@Swatenergy same here lol

[@yaaasg]

Dang, I watched his eyelash for 8 min!

[@garglucky]

6:20 setting up an new alarm doesn’t require your phone.

[@wilfreddsouza9107]

true

[@MrLito213lbc]

Hope you are right...it’s the most annoying thing on my Samsung gear 2. I want to set my alarms directly from the watch like it supposed to be

[@glenng]

WARNING: Avoid Fitbit at all costs. They claim the batter last for 6 days. I have had my Versa 2 for almost two years. The battery only lasts for 1.5 days at most. What Fitbit neglect to tell you is that if you use any of it's features, the battery will run low very quickly. As of August 2021, Fitbit have updated the app on Google Play store without notifying customers, rendering the watch as useless as any phone or tablet over a year old is now non-compatible.

[@MariaPerez-qx1lp]

I fell in love with the Fitbit versa 2 and Amazon has it on sale at only $129 plus shipping so I might give it a try for sure!!! I like the wine color lol ❤️

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Fitbit honestly… has lost it’s shine! Wouldn’t recommend in 2022 now. Many better options out there.

[@documentations7811]

@@EMKWANREVIEWS Like what?

[@glenng]

Well informed review

[@matt.noble05]

Honestly your 3 negatives didn't really bother me that much

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

That’s good then. Means the Fitbit is right for you 👍🏽 if you found this video helpful do consider hitting subscribe to see more 😊

[@stanmah5721]

Odd he doesnt mention the premium monthly subscription. Not so much an "honest review"

[@notall1196]

If the charge 4 could play music it would be the goat. I just want a small smart watch that plays onboard music and has built in gps with all the great fitness tracking of fitbit

[@mryup6100]

Maybe the upcoming Versa 3!

[@silverwingssoars]

@@mryup6100 i have a Garmin Vivoactive 3 +music it's got GPS and music storage

[@CaramelPeaches22]

That’s not true. You can set an alarm on the watch.

[@bryntownshend6528]

And with a recent update, you can now select 5 different watch faces to have on the watch at a time so you can switch between those 5 directly from the clock face app

[@juanmanuelcorrea7673]

@@bryntownshend6528 Hey man question. How would you rate the Versa 2 as a smartwatch? Suppose I wanna buy this strictly as a smartwatch, ignoring the fitness tracker features. Would you recommend it?

[@brianguy1486]

@@juanmanuelcorrea7673 Damn, I found this video for the same exact reason. I would do some of your own research but from me, I would say that Versa 2 is pretty good as a smartwatch, definitely cheaper than most smartwatches out there. You can receive and respond to texts, download apps, set alarms, etc.

[@juanmanuelcorrea7673]

@@brianguy1486 Thanks! Im somehow not convinced yet. Im definitely not getting a Galaxy watch because I've seen way too many complaints about the battery life, and thats a big deal breaker for me. And then the Versa 2 seems to be in the good side of battery life, but then I've read that it fails as a smartwatch since there's no GPS built-in, Spotify doesnt work without your phone. I think I'll skip the smartwatch hype for now...Maybe if someone develops a complete package... good battery life, and a good smartwatch, then I'd consider it again. Thanks though man.

[@Mocchiiii]

Thanks for your honest review and strongly agree with the last point you’ve highlighted for the hassle to go through the mobile each time to change the settings in the Fitbit

[@nw4538]

tbh, u kind of look like aquaman. just saying :)

[@lisaandrew4421]

For monitoring diabetes, I use Freestyle Libre sensor with BluCon NightRider and able to get glucose values on my watch without the phone and without scanning the sensor.

[@dylanmorrismusic1]

Sorry that you have diabetes bro it must me hard to handle

[@Sssszzass]

Thanks for the video. I think it is a smart sensor rather than a smart watch after watching your video....every thing adjust in mobile... :)

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

You’re welcome. Do hit subscribe to see more thank you 😊

[@youraveragejoe1]

I saw you say you wouldn’t reccomend it anymore- what else would you recommend? The versa 2 is £99/$118 so I’m tempted. Maybe a Charge 5 instead?

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

None of them. An Apple Watch.

[@eaguilera4436]

Can anyone tell me why I cant connect to spotify?! I've already logged in and turner on bluetooth. But it still wont connect

[@paulhostetler1039]

2nd Fitbit that died in less than a year, make sure you keep your receipt or you just lost your purchase. My $150.00 Versa 2 is dead for no good reason. Just quit, nothing I can do because I lost my receipt.

[@seawallbreeze9616]

should i get this in 2021 ? the versa 3 is getting pounded by bad reviews

[@Caigebaker]

I got one and found out that the heart beat sensor won’t work when the sensor is on my blacked out sleeve .. it only works on non tattooed skin: no one talks about this problem haha

[@maha.b1]

Great review, thanks

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Maha thank you 🙏🏽 😊 do you use any fitness trackers?

[@maha.b1]

@@EMKWANREVIEWS No, but my family members love them :)

[@one234569and10]

Bro are you wearing mascara?

[@Its.Guillermo]

ScottOne Should it matter if he is or not? If he is who cares, let him be. OR, he could just have a lot of eyelashes which results to what you are asking. Don’t hate and don’t judge :)

[@MrKizza99]

@@Its.Guillermo where in Scott's comment does he hate or judge? He just asked a question. It seems to me like you're making assumptions and judging

[@rainydayphotography3077]

@@Its.Guillermo How did you get hate and judgment from a question?

[@zeauxx8351]

Guillermo Huapeo don’t assume

[@vargheseissac8563]

Can we put any gps into the watch as he mentioned that there is no inbuilt gps. Sorry if its a stupid question.

[@floridacorvette1]

Holiday special at Costco online @ $129 through 12/24

[@ttvage1220]

Alan H. Your stupid that’s got the lite

[@ceez1]

Right now you can buy the Versa 2 for just $129!! Come on you cannot beat that!!

[@nycprodigy485]

Where?

[@ceez1]

@@nycprodigy485 I bought mine at Walmart a month ago.

[@ceez1]

@Uroboros 3rd world? It's Walmart not the moon.

[@kichu077]

Hi, whats the name of the clock face you have on the watch?

[@andrewcox4068]

I was thinking of buying another fitbit versa 2. I have the fitbit charge 3. Im not sure i want the alexa feature. I will have to think about it. I might get it for my birthday this year. I don't know yet. Let me know in the comments

[@colinmurphy3124]

Yeah I was thinking about getting it too. I've got the Inspire HR and I want more of like a bigger display, or more of a smart watch feel without paying 500 for an apple watch.

[@andrewcox4068]

@@colinmurphy3124 yeah i agree. Apple is over priced. Im going to but it for myself on my birthday. Fitbit versa 2 is cool has more features than the charge 3 im keeping both. Its nice to hear from someone take care colin. Murphy

[@colinmurphy3124]

Andrew Cox I agree. It’s nice to find someone with the same opinion as mine. You take care also, Andrew.

[@magda.the_maze]

Why no one talks about the fact that we can use some apps on Fitbit only by buying the premium

[@glenng]

BEWARE: Fitbit smartwatches are a total waste of money. DON'T BUY IT. They market it as having up to 6 days battery power. This is entirely false. If you use `any' features, it will last a day only. I'm on my second because Fitbit replaced the fist die battery not holding. The second is just the same.

[@522211]

Great review!!!!!! Thank you 😀😀😀😀😀

[@liannedube2219]

Woke up this morning and its already at 80 steps..like wtf..am i sleepwalking🤣🤣and got down the stairs and its already at 150 steps...i have a small house, come on, 70 steps to my livingroom ?? I wish🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤣.....and 433 calories burned ?? 🤔not so smart that watch...youre going back to Costco idiot watch🤣

[@HarlequinJitsu]

Thanks for the great review. I said I'd never get another Fitbit but you've swayed me.

[@faizio1]

Get your ultimate fitbit offer amzn.to/2V51IDy

[@transformtwithyc]

Worst product... touch screen not working within 9 months and no support from FITBIT team... there is no repair support

[@Santos-ek8md]

Has anyone found the walking steps to be inaccurate or no?

[@Ashad636]

subscribed amazing vid! :)

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Thanks. Say hi over on Instagram.com/Emkwan ✅

[@matthewallen6183]

The last negative was the kicker. What are Fitbit smoking? Went from "I'm about to buy it - just lemme check 1 review..." to "hell no".

[@michellesosonline]

How long are your Fitbit Versa lasting??? ... I have been through 2 in 2 years ... and 1 charger ... it's dead again. I am really hesitant to get another Fitbit. Any recommendations ??

[@damiankitai]

What about the fact that Swimming tracking was completely downgraded from the Versa1? The 2 doesn't show anything but time when you swim, completely useless for swimmers. That's something I'd expect in an honest review. Also, I can't get more than 2 days of battery with my versa2. I was completely in love with my V1, and truly disappointed with the V2. The auto wake up screen doesn't work either (9 out of 10 times it does not work) what forces you to use the always on display. But even without the always on display, I can't get more than 3 days. It's the last fitbit product I'll buy. Now, that's an honest review.

[@galactik6742]

But he isn’t a swimmer and he did the best he could for the honest reviews

[@gailheather1041]

cant seem too set the correct time? is it supposed to sinc with my phone?

[@brusseles]

Question, which Fitbit do you like the best? I'm wondering which one to buy and there are a ton of different options. If you were to rank them, which one would you place first?

[@gingeybr]

Thanks for the helpful video 👍 Just wondering , at the start when you are swiping through & theres photos (excercise etc), how did you get to those? My swipe through shows no pictures?

[@buddl8865]

A bit out of topic. But wow you’re eyelashes!!!

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Lol thanks. Hit subscribe to see more of them 😂

[@stanmah5721]

Yes, all that girly makeup does wonders

[@carguy...]

My versa 2 barely gives me a heart rate and has not tracked one night of sleep, don't know where you reviewers are getting your watches but mine doesn't work.

[@Carterv3]

No internal GPS on the Fitbit versa 2 :(

[@jyesucevitz]

Getting ready to buy my 1st Fitbit. Have every pebble (no round. Ugh!) Including these 2. Gear S3, LG GwatchR. Tic S, E and Pro. I just want a watch like my Pebble Time. Everything I see says this watch OS the closest thing. Can toy you confirm? Please?

[@robertmatz2925]

My wife and I each purchased the Fitbit Versa awhile ago when they first became available. I didn't use mine right away. When I went to use it about a year later it would not work. Being a big Fitbit Fan, I went and bought another Fitbit Versa II. A little while later, after out of warranty , my wife's stopped working. (would not sync with phone). I noticed that the Versa II had a different charger?? After my Versa II was was out of warranty it stopped syncing also. Now I have three non working Versa's and two chargers and many bands. I was so disgusted that I am also done with Fitb. I sold my last 3000 shares of stock at a loss.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Robert Matz honestly. Get yourself an Apple Watch. Feel Fitbit need to improve before I can recommend again.

[@froggyjosh]

Sold your shares at a loss, because you got emotional about the company. That was dumb. You need better financial education.

[@catherinejordan3805]

And the straps for the Fitbit charge 2 keeps breaking

[@MsLinda-sv9eg]

is the GPS needed to track steps?

[@novafalcosmith]

He has beautiful eyes

[@malvizar85]

What's a good accurate fitness watch that's really cheap, Under 100$ preferably. The main function I need is heart rate monitor for cardio sessions.

[@Venryx]

You can get a Versa 2 on Ebay in good condition for under $100. (that's where I got mine, for $80 -- and there were like half a dozen good ones around that price range when I looked)

[@gilbert7794]

They need to have wireless charging

[@TheHk1966]

How about swapping wristbands particularly the silicon straps. Have spent over two hours with still no success popping out the nylon strap and putting in a silicon strap. Very disappointed; I’ve also taken this into a couple watch repair shops and they too could not do it as well.

[@kkt2004]

Keeping time is dependent on your phone. If it loses connectivity for more than a few hrs...the time will be wrong.

[@TechBahuMilan]

can you answer calls? or get notification on this veersion?

[@lynnlazenby-faulkner3033]

What is your recommendation for the best overall smart watch?

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Lynn it depends on your case use. I currently have the Fitbit charge 4 I’m reviewing so bringing that review soon. But since this video I’ve used the Apple Watch a lot more. It’s incredibly more in functionality but has some trade offs like battery life and poor sleep monitoring. Having said that it’s a device that will last a lot longer than any Fitbit I’ve owned that typically has a product life of max 12 -18 months. Hit subscribe to see more of the health smart watch reviews I’ve got coming up.

[@amnjordan23]

@@EMKWANREVIEWS they have this Fitbit for $75 now... is it worth buying to go along with my galaxy S9+?

[@Jonas-gl9ke]

Is there a link to the dishonest review?

[@MybestLucky]

Have you reviewed the Amazfit gts?

[@dienand_]

The back button breaks easily, mine did. Good thing Fitbit will replace your watch no questions asked if it’s still under warranty.

[@marypaiva353]

What’s the product life on this product would you say?

[@TheNoorainadeeb]

My Fitbit versa is not working , they are providing the same product or 50% off on new. Do you think its valuable to purchase new with extra amount. Or just get a replacement?

[@Randynoodle]

How do you get the slideshow of different exercises at 1:07??

[@gingeybr]

Joshua Incentive I want to know that to!

[@kartikthakur19]

Excersice only there is the option when u slide once

[@zainasalem8341]

Peep the Arabic numerals on the Apple watch!! Sweeeeet.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Zaina Salem check this video out 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2XcfHiujLKsj7M

[@hacylon]

What other smart watches you recommend for huawei android phones?

[@akshathacrao]

Does it provide windows notifications for teams or outlook app ??

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Nope

[@andymadel5135]

Thank Emkwan, great review. Don't know if you'd be so good to help but I can't at the Sp02 clock face, any suggestions?

[@bandoltan5668]

Fitbit versa 2 bottom issues doesn't work I'm so disappointed after replace it's still same. Experience

[@bakarisagna554]

A fitness watch without GPS??

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Yep this is an old model now. Back then wasn’t common

[@brandensoutdoorb-channel8084]

Bat-tree

[@dreamerseas5973]

Thanks for a great review, great points for someone like me looking to buy one

[@shareewert3157]

Its bulky though. I have small wrists boo

[@rahathussain9354]

Does Nike run club work with this watch?

[@robertmatz2925]

I actually started buying Apple Stock and should just buy the Apple Watch now and not have all these problems. Thanks for the advice.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

You’re welcome. Check out my review on the latest Apple Watch series 6 here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIKke2igbq-Chdk also do hit subscribe to see more tech from me 😃

[@NikiKnuckles13]

YOU NEED TO WARN PEOPLE NOT TO BUY THIS, VERSA WILL REJECT BLUETOOTH PAIRING!

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

It doesn’t on mine. Maybe running older versions of iOS?! What phone are you using?

[@NikiKnuckles13]

@@EMKWANREVIEWS Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

[@mollyjoe8551]

Genius Health maybe it’s your phone because it takes a bit to connect but it won’t reject unless there is a serious issue

[@NikiKnuckles13]

@@mollyjoe8551 Bought a second Versa 2, still rejecting pairing. The Fitbit app has no Alexa, Spotify, no music options. Many complains about pairing problem. I'll be returning two Versa 2's back to the store ASAP...

[@hayden3202]

Genius Health so you got a second fitbit before returning the first one? You literally seem like the only person to have an issue with it. Dont blame fitbit when it is probably you or your phone. You just sound like a hater

[@Jesterfun01]

Thanks for your good review!

[@VanessaSantos-ky9li]

Just after a few months, the movement sensor is not as accurate as a brand new watch. Disappointed on that

[@saimonish9640]

You can absolutely change the clock faces and set alarms from within the watch

[@gumball06baby]

Can u change wallpapers to any picture you want?

[@saimonish9640]

@@gumball06baby AFAIK u need to install a clock face from the fitbit store which has an option to include the picture you want

[@gumball06baby]

@@saimonish9640 ok thanks

[@aaz8716]

Comparing with Huawaei GT 2, Versa 2 has a very slow music transfer connection as well as bluetooth connection is short range and slow. the charger base is not stable to site on the table. It has a complicated configuration, no speaker nor time alarm sound

[@julianarredondo8601]

I did n't mind about the first 2 dislikes but the 3rd made me not want to get it

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Yeah fair points. Honestly at this point if you own an iPhone I’d recommend an older Apple Watch or even a current one. Hit subscribe to see more.

[@saitamawolf2519]

Id like to speak to you about an unboxing and review on my new product. How may i contact you?

[@starlight7830]

What features of the watch relay on the GPS

[@kelalamusic9258]

Very nice review. I had purchased one for my wife last month and could not get the weather function to work. Plus there was issues with the watch that forced me to return it. I've used Fitbit for many years now, and there software system is by far better than others. Having to go to the app to make changes, that's not a big deal, after all, it's more of a fitness watch than a smartwatch. Right now I have the Ionic. It's a dinosaur, so I wish Fitbit would come out with a new release instead of staying with a watch that is getting left behind by the competition. I tried the Huawei Watch GT2. Fantastic watch, but a poor health app. There are some beautiful looking smartwatches out there, including the Huawei one that I mentioned, and Galaxy watch to name a few. So, come on Fitbit get moving with something that looks classic in a watch, instead of a clunky looking brick. After all, you have the very best fitness software out there, so pick things up with some better watches. Apple? I don't want to go there. Far too many stupid apps and not one fitness app that incorporates all fitness needs. Battery? That is a bloody joke, considering their superb engineering team that can't come up with a decent battery. More like Rotten Apple, to me.

[@detub6705]

Do you have to pay monthly fee for services?

[@deansikora9066]

thanks dude. good video.

[@fredfox1764]

its shite

[@pavelandreichikov1051]

do you have to have your phone on you to track your steps and calorie count?

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Nope

[@ItsNat]

Now that's it been a while can you confirm if this is more reliable than the Charge 3? I'm very disapointed in this tracker, it tracks all sorts of stairs climbed that I'm not doing myself - I'm not the only one, and Fitbit refuses to patch the problem. I'm considering a new tracker and wondering if I can even trust Fitbit at this point.

[@jashyboo]

Aren’t the stairs tracker also tracking your elevation ?

[@Macktastic7]

Mine refuses to sync with my phone. At this point, I would happily pay an extra 100 bucks on one of the other fitness trackers if they are more reliable with syncing. That's a BIG part of why I wanted the Versa in the first place. I literally have to unpair and set up my watch every single time for it to show any data on my phone/desktop and even then it only syncs in that singular moment and not a second further.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Macktastic7 That’s unfortunate. Reach out to fitbits support to see if they can help. I made this review a while ago and I’ve noticed the quality of software has reduced greatly over the last few weeks and months. I no longer use mine and have an Apple Watch for health tracking.

[@grayalun]

Is it worth getting this over the Fitbit Charge 4? What does this have that the Charge 4 doesn't and vice versa?

[@CasualPooper]

$149.99 black Friday

[@OOO-ie5fd]

Me: sees the video. BUY IT

[@MrMshFaker]

A major different point for some users, Fitbit does not support all languages. In my case, Arabic is not support. My wife using it, and she is very frustrated as most of her notifications are not readable. Fitbit announced there is no Arabic support planned in any release yet.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

OMG! that's something I didn't even realise and I'm hearing from more and more people now. Fair point. Hopefully Google now that they have bought Fitbit can include in someway multiple language support.

[@rebeccanayanatara6693]

Can I pair the fitbit versa 2 with an iPhone?

[@Ryan-sr7iz]

rebecca nayanatara yes you can pair it with your iPhone. I think it has to be on ios 11 or later for it to work properly

[@buttonsinoz]

Hey what you have said is GREAT! BUT if the fitbit2, did everything it advertising that would be great, but in my opinion, its bloody false!!!!. I paid good money, for it. But it doesnt live up to the advertising!!!!!

[@Neukids]

Hey Google, change the Fitbit charger asap

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Yes Yes Yes. Hit subscribe.

[@dineshmixz]

My fitbit versa locked 🔒 plz solution