When I first unboxed the Fitbit Versa 4, I'll admit I was skeptical. The cheap-feeling band and cluttered watch face made me miss my old Versa 2. But after living with it for weeks, this watch has completely won me over.

The battery life is nothing short of incredible - going 7 days between charges means I never panic about missing workout data. Unlike my old smartwatch that died mid-run, the Versa 4 keeps up with my most active days without complaint.

As someone who mainly cares about steps and basic activity tracking, I love how the app presents my data. Seeing weekly trends and sleep patterns helps me make real adjustments to my routine. The sleep tracking is surprisingly accurate - it even caught when I got up for a midnight snack!

Yes, there are quirks. The notification system feels like an afterthought, and trying to use Alexa can be frustrating when the connection drops. But once I discovered third-party watch faces (shoutout to Chris Blyth's 'Overview'), the device transformed into exactly what I needed.

For serious fitness tracking without smartwatch gimmicks, the Versa 4 delivers where it counts. Just be prepared to spend $10 on a better band and some time customizing it to your needs.