Detailed comparison and review of Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) 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 Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Operating System | WatchOS 5 | - |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | - |
Audio Output | Speaker | - |
Width | 34 mm | 43.4 mm |
Height | 40 mm | 43.4 mm |
Depth | 10.7 mm | 11.7 mm |
Weight | 30.1 g | 43 g |
Body Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor | Accelerometer, gyro sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, UV index, Air Quality index | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts, automatic exercise recognition, Fall detection, Emergency SOS | 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 | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver | GPS receiver |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Type | LTPO OLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour |
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Resolution | 324 x 394 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Case Size | 40 mm | - |
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Case Shape | - | Round |
Bezel | - | Metal |
Case Back | All ceramic and sapphire crystal back | - |
Case Details | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Gold aluminium | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold |
Crown Type | Digital with haptic feedback | - |
BAND | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Band Type | 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 | White | Seashell | Black | Pink sand | Black | White | Light sand |
STORAGE | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 64 MB |
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CPU | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Manufacturer | Apple | - |
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CPU Type | S4 | - |
Features | W3 Apple wireless chip | - |
BATTERY | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | 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 Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |