The Fitbit Versa 4 is designed to be water-resistant up to 50 meters, making it suitable for various aquatic activities, including swimming. While it primarily supports swimming as a tracked exercise mode, it does not specifically list other aquatic activities like surfing, kayaking, or paddleboarding as separate tracking modes. However, the Versa 4 includes 40+ exercise modes, which can be used to track general physical activity during these activities, even if they are not specifically categorized as aquatic exercises.
For activities like kayaking or paddleboarding, you can use the Versa 4's built-in GPS to track your location and distance traveled, which can be useful for monitoring your progress and route. Additionally, the watch's heart rate tracking and Active Zone Minutes features can help you monitor your physical exertion during these activities.
While the Versa 4 does not have a dedicated water lock mode like some other Fitbit models, starting a swim workout in the Exercise app will automatically enable a form of water lock to prevent accidental screen interactions. However, users should be cautious with the straps, as not all are suitable for water exposure.
Overall, while the Versa 4 is not specifically designed to track every type of aquatic activity, its water resistance and GPS capabilities make it versatile enough to be used during various water sports, provided you choose a suitable strap and follow Fitbit's guidelines for water use[1][2][4].
Citations:[1] https://store.google.com/us/product/fitbit_versa_4?hl=en-US
[2] https://grescotires.com/the-ultimate-guide-on-how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-fitbit-versa-4/
[3] https://www.reddit.com/r/fitbit/comments/127tj7b/fitbits_are_not_water_resistant_despite_what_they/
[4] https://screenrant.com/fitbit-versa-4-waterproof-rating-explained/
[5] https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/fitbit-versa-4
[6] https://documents.4rgos.it/v1/static/1153729_R_D001
[7] https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-waterproof-fitness-trackers
[8] https://www.reddit.com/r/fitbit/comments/1apnwbk/swimming_with_versa_4/
[9] https://support.google.com/fitbit/answer/14237015?hl=en