Fossil Q Wander vs. Garmin Approach S42

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fossil Q Wander and Garmin Approach S42. 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

Fossil Q Wander vs. Garmin Approach S42 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System Android Wear -
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) or later, iOS 8.0 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 45 mm 43.4 mm
Height 45 mm 43.4 mm
Depth 13.5 mm 11.7 mm
Weight - 43 g
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Sensors Thermometre, gyro sensor, G-sensor Accelerometer, gyro sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, steps taken Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Music remote handling, flashlight, call alerts Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications SMS, Email Calendar, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Type Colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour
Resolution - 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size - 1.2"
INPUT DEVICE Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Case Size 45 mm -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Metal
Case Details Black Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold
BAND Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference Up to 195 mm 125-202 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black Black | White | Light sand
STORAGE Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Storage Capacity 4 GB 64 MB
BATTERY Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 360 mAh -
Battery Life 1 day(s) 10 day(s)
Battery Life Details - Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Fossil Q Wander Garmin Approach S42
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB charging dock Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Alarm Clock -
Compliant Standards IP67 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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