You don’t have to be on the short list for mathematics’ Fields Medal to realize that in less than two years you’ve spent more for the recurring app subscription than you did for the watch itself. However, to get access to its most advanced features-like readiness scores and mindfulness routines, as well as more detailed breakdowns of your sleep scores and health metrics-you need to buy a subscription to Fitbit Premium for $9.99 a month or $79.99 a year after a 90-day free trial.

Fitbit Premium: This is a bit of a double-edged sword: FItbit’s smartphone app is super-detailed and easy to use.

That allows you to download your favorite Mountain Goats playlist to power a workout without your phone in tow.

Spotify compatibility: The Versa 2 can pair via Bluetooth with a set of wireless earbuds, and you can link it to your Spotify account.

Fitbit Pay: This Apple Pay-like feature allows you to link a credit card to your account and pay using the device, which is especially handy for buying a post-ride energy drink or cappuccino.

However, doctors are divided about whether these kinds of features on a smartwatch are accurate enough to provide a real benefit.

Heart rhythm monitoring: The Versa 2 can detect abnormal heart rhythms that can potentially be a sign of cardiac issues like atrial fibrillation, aka AFib.Voice control is useful for setting timers, reminders, and getting basic info like a weather report, although many users will find the Versa’s onscreen menus just as easy to use. It has a mic, but no speaker, so when you summon the digital assistant, the response isn’t spoken but instead pops up on the screen in text.

Alexa voice assistant: The Versa 2 is kind of an Echo smart speaker.Equally important, the battery life is sufficient to let you can wear the Versa 2 all day and all night for at least a couple of nights in a row. Sleep tracking: Like the company’s fitness trackers, Fitbit’s Versa 2 features a robust array of sleep tracking features, delivering everything from sleep duration to a breakdown of your nightly REM periods.

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