Garmin Approach S20 vs. Garmin fēnix 7

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S20 and Garmin fēnix 7. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach S20 vs. Garmin fēnix 7 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Body Details Sensor: 13 mm x 27 mm 9 g With band: 79 g
Case only: 56 g
Body Material - Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance, temperature
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Garmin Connect compatible, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor
Notifications Applications Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels 260 x 260 pixels
Screen Size - 1.3"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass)
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Type Single push-button Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Case Size - 47 mm
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Rounded square Round
Bezel - Stainless steel
Case Back - Metal
Case Details - Silver
BAND Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 125-208 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black Graphite
STORAGE Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Storage Capacity 64 MB 16 GB
BATTERY Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 56 day(s) -
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 56 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
Smartwatch mode - up to 18 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 57 days
GPS mode - up to 57 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 40 hours
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 136 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 40 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S20 Garmin fēnix 7
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Time, Alarm Clock -
SAR Value - 0.3 W/kg (body), 0.3 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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