Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Garmin Venu 2 Plus. 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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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 | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Width | 43.7 mm | 43.6 mm |
Height | 43.7 mm | 43.6 mm |
Depth | 11.5 mm | 12.6 mm |
Weight | 34.1 g | 51 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance | Distance, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, active time |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses | Call handling, music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, digital scorecard, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, breathing training function, store & play music, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, animated workouts, music playback control, weather information, reminder of hydration, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection |
Notifications | - | Missed calls, calendar, social apps, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface, voice (intelligent assistant) |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Indirect |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 176 x 176 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.3" |
Dimensions (WxH) | 23 mm x 23 mm | - |
Screen Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Case Size | - | 43 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | - | Slate stainless steeel |
Case Back | - | Stainless steel |
Case Details | Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue | Slate | Black | Powder grey | Ivory |
BAND | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Band Width | - | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-202 mm | 125-190 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Leather |
Band Colour | Slate grey | Brown | Black | Powder grey | Ivory |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Storage Capacity | 125 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | 70 day(s) | 10 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 8 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach S12 | Garmin Venu 2 Plus |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Silicon wristband, charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | - | Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ |
SAR Value | - | 1.45 W/kg (body), 0.73 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | 0 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |