Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S20 and Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS). 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 S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS 7 |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 14 or later |
Activity/Sport | Golf | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Body Details | Sensor: 13 mm x 27 mm 9 g | Case only: 30.5 g |
Body Material | - | Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, ECG |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Sunlight readable, Garmin Connect compatible, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts |
Notifications | Applications | Calendar |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GNSS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Apple Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 128 x 128 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Dimensions (WxH) | 23 mm x 23 mm | - |
Screen Protection | - | Ion-X glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Type | Single push-button | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Crystal Type | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
Case Shape | Rounded square | Rectangular |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | - | Red aluminium | Silver aluminium | Gold aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Blue aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Band Type | Strap | Sport band |
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Band Size | - | S/M/L |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 130-200 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Black | Red | White | Pink sand | Black | Deep navy | Black Unity |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 32 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S6 |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip |
BATTERY | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 56 day(s) | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 56 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach S20 | Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Time, Alarm Clock | Apple Pay, GymKit |
SAR Value | - | 0.14 W/kg (head), 0.04 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |