Fitbit Ionic vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Fitbit Ionic and Garmin Approach G12. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Fitbit Ionic vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Width 38.6 mm 45.8 mm
Height 12.4 mm 51.3 mm
Lenght 256.5 mm -
Depth 12.4 mm 12.4 mm
Weight 50 g 25.1 g
Body Material Aerospace-grade aluminium -
Protection Water-resistant -
Colours Charcoal, smoke grey | Burnt orange, slate blue | Blue grey, silver grey -
FEATURES Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Accelerometer, altimeter, heart rate Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, pace, sleep stages, swim laps, active time Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Goal Setting Yes -
Features PurePulse heart rate technology, automatic exercise recognition, SmartTrack Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC Bluetooth
DISPLAY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Type LCD - colour Monochrome
Resolution - 175 x 175 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Type Touch sensitive screen Push buttons
CASE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Case Shape - Circular
Case Details Silver grey aluminium -
BAND Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Sport band -
Band Colour Ink blue/ice grey -
BATTERY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 4 day(s) 30 hours
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Charging cable, 2 wristbands (S+L) Charging/data cable
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX7
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m -
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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