In depth comparison and review of Garmin Approach S42 and Amazfit T-Rex 2. 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | Zepp OS |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 12 or later, Android 7.0 (Nougat) or later |
Activity/Sport | Golf | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 43.4 mm | 47.1 mm |
Height | 43.4 mm | 47.1 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 13.65 mm |
Weight | 43 g | 66.5 g |
Body Material | - | Polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Shockproof, water-resistant, salt fog protection, freezeproof, heat-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, barometric altimeter, BioTracker PPG 3.0 biometric sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken | Distance, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, sleep stages, stress level, menstrual cycle |
Modes | - | 150+ sports modes |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | 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 | Camera remote control, find phone function, flashlight, alarm, realtime location tracking, weather information, event reminders, PAI Health Assessment System, pomodoro timer, stopwatch timer, PeakBeats workout status algorithm, OxygenBeats algorithm, ExerSense algorithm, SomnusCare, Dual-band navigation |
Notifications | Calendar, incoming calls, applications | Missed calls, calendar, incoming calls, applications |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 BLE |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 454 x 454 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.39" |
Pixel Density | - | 326 ppi |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Bezel | Metal | - |
Case Details | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold | Ember black | Wild green | Desert khaki | Astro black and gold |
BAND | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-202 mm | 140-205 mm |
Changeable | Yes | - |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | White | Light sand | Ember black | Wild green | Desert khaki |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Capacity | - | 500 mAh |
Battery Life | 10 day(s) | 24 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
Typical usage - up to 24 days Battery safe mode - up to 45 days Heavy usage - up to 10 days Accurate mode (with GPS) - up to 26 hour(s) Balanced mode (with GPS) - up to 50 hour(s) Power saving mode (with GPS) - up to 58 hour(s) Ultra-low temperature (with GPS) - up to 10 hour(s) Ultra-low temperature (without GPS) - up to 9 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach S42 | Amazfit T-Rex 2 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Magnetic charging dock |
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Preloaded Software | - | Zepp App |
Compliant Standards | - | MIL-STD 810G |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |