In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire. 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 fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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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 | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 42 mm | 47 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 47 mm |
Depth | 15.4 mm | 14.7 mm |
Weight | 65 g | 60 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart 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, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
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, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, PacePro pace guidance, dual grid coordinates format |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | - |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 260 x 260 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Sapphire glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Case Size | 42 mm | 47 mm |
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Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | - | Metal |
Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | Carbon grey DLC | Titanium |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 20 mm | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 125-208 mm |
Changeable | Yes | - |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | Black | Ember orange | Titanium |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 7 day(s) | 48 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 14 days GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days GPS with Music mode - up to 10 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire |
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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 | Garmin Pay |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |