Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Garmin Instinct 2 Solar. 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Golf | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Clothing | Watch style |
Width | 45.8 mm | 45 mm |
Height | 51.3 mm | 45 mm |
Depth | 12.4 mm | 14.5 mm |
Weight | 25.1 g | 53 g |
Body Material | - | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | - | Waterproof |
Clock Display | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Sensors | Odometer | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Goal Setting | - | Yes |
Features | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, solar charging, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection |
Notifications | - | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Type | Monochrome | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | 175 x 175 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Dimensions (WxH) | 23 mm x 23 mm | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | - | Power Glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Type | Push buttons | Push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Case Size | - | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | Circular | Round |
Case Details | - | Mist grey | Graphite |
BAND | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Band Type | - | Band |
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Band Width | - | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 135-230 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | - | Buckle |
Band Material | - | Silicone |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 30 hours | - |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) | Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 65 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 70 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 370 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 48 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach G12 | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Compliant Standards | IEC 60529 IPX7 | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | - | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |