Apple Watch Original vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple Watch Original and Garmin Approach G12. 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 Original vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch Original Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System WatchOS 2 -
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 40 g 25.1 g
Body Material Stainless steel, zirconia ceramics -
Protection Splashproof -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Apple Watch Original 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 Original Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Apple Watch Original 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 Original Garmin Approach G12
Type Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) Push buttons
CASE Apple Watch Original Garmin Approach G12
Case Size 38 mm -
Case Shape - Circular
Case Back Ceramic back -
Case Details Stainless steel | Space black stainless steel -
Crown Type Digital -
BAND Apple Watch Original Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Classic buckle -
Band Size S -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-195 mm -
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Calf leather -
Band Colour Saddle brown | Red | Blue jay | Marigold | Pearl | Space black | Midnight blue | Soft pink | White | Black | Brown -
CPU Apple Watch Original Garmin Approach G12
Manufacturer Apple -
CPU Type S1 -
BATTERY Apple Watch Original 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 Original Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Power adapter, magnetic charging cable 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 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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