Apple Watch Edition vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition and Garmin Approach G12. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch Edition vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System WatchOS -
Supported Host Device OS iOS 8.2 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 33.3 mm 45.8 mm
Height 38.6 mm 51.3 mm
Depth 10.5 mm 12.4 mm
Weight 55 g 25.1 g
Body Material Zirconia ceramics, 18-karat gold plating -
Protection Splashproof -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Features Call handling, hands-free, music remote handling, camera remote control, listening to music, MagSafe technology with inductive charging, Force Touch, Digital Crown, Retina Display technology, Digital Touch Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Payment Technology Apple Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Type OLED - colour Monochrome
Resolution - 175 x 175 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Sapphire glass -
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Type Touch sensitive screen (multi-touch) Push buttons
CASE Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Case Size 38 mm -
Case Shape - Circular
Case Details 18-karat yellow gold | 18-karat rose gold -
BAND Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Modern buckle -
Band Size S -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 135-150 mm -
Changeable Yes -
Band Material Smooth Granada leather -
Band Colour Bright red | Rose grey | Black | White -
CPU Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Manufacturer Apple -
CPU Type S1 -
BATTERY Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 18 hours 30 hours
Battery Life Details Talk time - up to 3 hour(s)
Audio playback - up to 6.5 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 2.5 hour(s) -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lightning to USB cable, magnetic charging cable, magnetic charging case Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Mail, Stopwatch, Calendar, World clock, Messages, Remote Camera, Alarm, Phone, Photos, Maps, Stocks, Weather, Siri, Music, Timer, Passbook, Remote, Settings, Activity, Workout, Apple Pay -
Compliant Standards IPX7 IEC 60529 IPX7
SAR Value 0.073 W/kg (head), 0.024 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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