Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S42 and Fitbit Sense 2. 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 S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later, iOS 14 or later |
Activity/Sport | Golf | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 43.4 mm | 40.5 mm |
Height | 43.4 mm | 40.5 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 12.3 mm |
Weight | 43 g | - |
Body Material | - | Aluminium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro sensor | Ambient light sensor, altimeter, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor, vibration motor, multipurpose electrical sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, active time, menstrual cycle, breathing rate, temperature, sleep quality score, blood glucose |
Modes | - | 40+ 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 | Find phone function, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function, Active Zone Minutes, HRV index, Sleep Score, Sleep Profile, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, all day body response tracking, cardio fitness score |
Notifications | Calendar, incoming calls, applications | SMS, applications, high and low heart rate, calls, irregular rhythm |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | FitBit Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Alexa built-in |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour | Colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push button |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Case Shape | Round | Square |
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Bezel | Metal | - |
Case Back | - | Aluminium |
Case Details | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold | Platinum aluminum |
BAND | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | S |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-202 mm | 129-175 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | Black | White | Light sand | Lunar white |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | 10 day(s) | 6 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
GPS mode - up to 5 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hours |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach S42 | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging cable, 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, wristband (158 - 209 mm) |
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Preloaded Software | - | Alarm, FitBit Pay |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |