Apple Watch Edition vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition and Garmin Approach S12. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch Edition vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
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 Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 33.3 mm 43.7 mm
Height 38.6 mm 43.7 mm
Depth 10.5 mm 11.5 mm
Weight 55 g 34.1 g
Body Material Zirconia ceramics, 18-karat gold plating -
Protection Splashproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Goal Setting - Yes
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, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
Payment Technology Apple Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Type OLED - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution - 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Sapphire glass -
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Type Touch sensitive screen (multi-touch) -
CASE Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Case Size 38 mm -
Case Shape - Round
Case Details 18-karat yellow gold | 18-karat rose gold Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Band Type Modern buckle Strap
Band Size S -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 135-150 mm 125-202 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material Smooth Granada leather Silicone
Band Colour Bright red | Rose grey | Black | White Slate grey
STORAGE Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity - 125 MB
CPU Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Manufacturer Apple -
CPU Type S1 -
BATTERY Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 18 hours 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details Talk time - up to 3 hour(s)
Audio playback - up to 6.5 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 2.5 hour(s) -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch Edition Garmin Approach S12
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 -
SAR Value 0.073 W/kg (head), 0.024 W/kg (limb) -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
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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