BOSS Classic vs. Garmin Instinct 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of BOSS Classic and Garmin Instinct 2. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

BOSS Classic vs. Garmin Instinct 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 9 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width - 45 mm
Height - 45 mm
Depth - 14.5 mm
Weight 91 g 52 g
Body Material - Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Sensors Pedometer Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Activity, steps taken Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level
Watch Movement Quartz -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Text messages preview Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection
Notifications - Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Type OLED - monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution - 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection - Chemically strengthened glass
INPUT DEVICE BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Type - Push buttons
CASE BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Case Size 44 mm 45 mm
Case Shape - Round
Case Details Stainless steel | Rose gold Graphite | Electric lime
Dial Colour Black -
BAND BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width 21 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 131-203 mm 135-230 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material Leather Silicone
Band Colour Black | Brown -
STORAGE BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Storage Capacity - 32 MB
BATTERY BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 5 day(s) -
Battery Life Details - Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 65 days
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 70 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS BOSS Classic Garmin Instinct 2
Included Accessories Charging/data clip Charging/data cable
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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