Detailed comparison and review of Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) and Garmin Approach S42. 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.
GENERAL | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Operating System | WatchOS 4 | - |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS 11 or later | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | - |
Audio Output | Speaker | - |
Width | 33.3 mm | 43.4 mm |
Height | 38.6 mm | 43.4 mm |
Depth | 11.4 mm | 11.7 mm |
Weight | 28.7 g | 43 g |
Body Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter | Accelerometer, gyro sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, listening to music, Retina Display technology, text messages handling | Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, incoming calls, applications |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS receiver |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - |
CELLULAR | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | 4G | - |
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SIM Card Type | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) | - |
Messaging Services | SMS | - |
Supported Mobile Messaging Services | SMS | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Type | OLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour |
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Resolution | 272 x 340 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Case Size | 38 mm | - |
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Case Shape | - | Round |
Bezel | - | Metal |
Case Back | Ceramic back | - |
Case Details | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold |
Crown Type | Digital | - |
BAND | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Band Type | Nike sport band | Band |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | 125-202 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | Buckle |
Band Material | Fluoroelastomer | Silicone |
Band Colour | Pure platinum/black | Anthracite/black | Bright crimson/black | Black/pure platinum | Midnight fog | Black | White | Light sand |
STORAGE | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 64 MB |
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CPU | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Manufacturer | Apple | - |
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CPU Type | S3 | - |
Features | W2 Apple wireless chip | - |
BATTERY | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 18 hours | 10 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | - | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Siri, Nike+ Run Club | - |
SAR Value | 0.14 W/kg (head), 0.15 W/kg (limb) | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |