In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Fitbit Sense 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 fēnix 5S Plus | 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 | Multisport | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42 mm | 40.5 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 40.5 mm |
Depth | 15.4 mm | 12.3 mm |
Weight | 65 g | - |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | Aluminium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart 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, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, temperature | 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 | Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits, dual grid coordinates format | 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, SMS, Email | 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/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | FitBit Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Alexa built-in |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push button |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Case Shape | Round | Square |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | - | Aluminium |
Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | Platinum aluminum |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | S |
Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 129-175 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | Lunar white |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Fitbit Sense 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | 7 day(s) | 6 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 4.5 hour(s) UltraTrac mode - up to 25 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days |
GPS mode - up to 5 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hours |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | 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 | Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App | Alarm, FitBit Pay |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |