Fitbit Sense vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Fitbit Sense 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 Sense vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 7.0 (Nougat) or later, iOS 12.2 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 40.38 mm 43.7 mm
Height 40.38 mm 43.7 mm
Depth 12.45 mm 11.5 mm
Weight - 34.1 g
Body Material Stainless steel, aluminium -
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Ambient light sensor, altimeter, gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, sleep stages, stress level, menstrual cycle, ECG Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, HR zones, breathing training function Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS receiver GPS receiver
Payment Technology FitBit Pay -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
IoT Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Type AMOLED - 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) -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Case Shape Square Round
Case Details Silver stainless steel | Graphite stainless steel | Soft gold stainless steel Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Band Type Band Strap
Band Size S/L -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-220 mm 125-202 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Sage grey | Carbon | Lunar white Slate grey
STORAGE Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity - 125 MB
BATTERY Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Life 6 day(s) 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details Typical usage - up to 6 days
GPS mode - up to 12 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Sense Garmin Approach S12
Included Accessories Charging cable, 2 wristbands (S+L) Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software FitBit Pay -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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