The first thing my new Versa 3 wanted to do was update. The time spent on set up is well worth it though, with the end result a user experience that is tailored to individual needs. There is, however, quite a bit of setting up and customising to do before the Versa 3 is fully up and running, so don’t expect to just slap it on your wrist and head straight into a half-marathon. The instructions for pairing the Versa 3 with your smartphone are straightforward and work well. Previous Fitbit users can use their existing details to sign in, but setting up a new account is also an easy process. I used Android on my Samsung Galaxy A52 for this review, but I assume the experience is reasonably similar for iOS. You need to download the Fitbit app on either Android or iPhone.

The Fitbit Versa 3 is easy to get up and running. Scrolling through the extensive list of statistics and widgets is a pleasant experience. The touch component of this display is fast, smooth and responsive. The screen size is great for getting fast, clear readings of the time and other key metrics (depending on your chosen watch face). It is easy to see in all kinds of conditions, as you would expect from a quality wearable. The Fitbit Versa 3 packs a bright and vibrant AMOLED display with always on capability. There is also a customisable long tap function and a customisable double tap function, both of which can be set to activate specific, high-frequency apps. The touch button is a clever multifunction design. It takes some getting used to, but this setup works well. These include being more comfortable (with no protruding elements to dig into skin), and embracing the future by not trying to mimic a traditional watch. This was a surprise! It is a different design approach and one that takes some getting used to, but it has some benefits. On closer inspection, there is a single button in the form of an indent on the left side of the watch.

Then again, on the Stratos two of those buttons were rarely (if ever) used, so the lack of them on the Versa 3 doesn’t exactly seem like a negative. There are no protruding knobs or buttons, which took me a little by surprise coming from the Amazfit Stratos, which has three. Fitbit have gone for a minimalist look with the Versa 3.

Versa 3 review