In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Garmin vívomove 3S. 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 vívomove 3S |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 42 mm | 39 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 39 mm |
Depth | 15.4 mm | 10.9 mm |
Weight | 65 g | 24.5 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, heart rate, Pulse Ox 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, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, stress level |
Watch Movement | - | Quartz |
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 | Music remote handling, find phone function, idle alert, HR zones, gesture control, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, GPS via mobile, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | - |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | - |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | Bluetooth 5.0, ANT+ |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | OLED - monochrome |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 132 x 64 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 18.3 mm x 8.9 mm |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Case Size | 42 mm | 39 mm |
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Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | Chemically strengthened glass |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | Silver stainless steel |
Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | Granite blue | Light sand | Rose gold |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 20 mm | 18 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 110-175 mm |
Changeable | Yes | - |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | Granite blue | Light sand | Navy |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 7 day(s) | 5 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 |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin vívomove 3S |
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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 | - | 50 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |