Fossil Q Gazer vs. Garmin Forerunner 245

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Fossil Q Gazer and Garmin Forerunner 245. 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

Fossil Q Gazer vs. Garmin Forerunner 245 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 8.2 or later -
Activity/Sport - Running, swimming, ski, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width - 42.3 mm
Height 13 mm 42.3 mm
Depth - 12.2 mm
Weight - 38.5 g
Body Material Stainless steel Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours - Black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Sensors - Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level
Watch Movement Quartz -
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function, app alerts Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery
Notifications SMS, Email SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
CONNECTIVITY Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Type - Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution - 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size - 1.2"
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass)
CASE Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Case Size 41 mm -
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details Rose gold Black
BAND Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width 20 mm 20 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference Up to 190 mm 127-204 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material Stainless steel Silicone
Band Colour Rose gold Grey | Merlot
BATTERY Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Form Factor CR2430 -
Battery Life 6 month(s) -
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
MISCELLANEOUS Fossil Q Gazer Garmin Forerunner 245
Included Accessories - Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Alarm Clock Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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