In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Garmin Approach S42. 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 | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Multisport | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 42 mm | 43.4 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 43.4 mm |
Depth | 15.4 mm | 11.7 mm |
Weight | 65 g | 43 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, gyro 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, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken |
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, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, incoming calls, applications |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | Bluetooth |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | Metal |
Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 125-202 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | Black | White | Light sand |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 64 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 7 day(s) | 10 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 |
Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin Approach S42 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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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 | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |