Fitbit Ionic vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Fitbit Ionic and Garmin Approach S12. 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

Fitbit Ionic vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 38.6 mm 43.7 mm
Height 12.4 mm 43.7 mm
Lenght 256.5 mm -
Depth 12.4 mm 11.5 mm
Weight 50 g 34.1 g
Body Material Aerospace-grade aluminium -
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Colours Charcoal, smoke grey | Burnt orange, slate blue | Blue grey, silver grey -
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Accelerometer, altimeter, heart rate Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, pace, sleep stages, swim laps, active time Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features PurePulse heart rate technology, automatic exercise recognition, SmartTrack Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC Bluetooth
DISPLAY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Type LCD - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution - 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Case Shape - Round
Case Details Silver grey aluminium Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Band Type Sport band Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 125-202 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour Ink blue/ice grey Slate grey
STORAGE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity - 125 MB
BATTERY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 4 day(s) 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details - Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Ionic Garmin Approach S12
Included Accessories Charging cable, 2 wristbands (S+L) Charging/data cable
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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