In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Polar Grit X. 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 | Polar Grit X |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
|---|---|---|
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Multisport | Multisport |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Width | 42 mm | - |
| Height | 42 mm | - |
| Depth | 15.4 mm | - |
| Weight | 65 g | - |
| Body Details | - | With band: 64 g Case only: 44 g |
| Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | Stainless steel |
| Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, heart rate |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, temperature | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, sleep stages, cadence, running power, swimming metrics, running index |
| 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 | Fitness test, VO2 max, inactivity alert, alarm, Serene (breathing exercise), weather information, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide, FuelWise smart fueling assistant, Hill Splitter, Route guidance, Route planning with Komoot, Energy sources |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | SMS, Email, incoming calls |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver |
| Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | Bluetooth |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
| DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
| Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass) |
| Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Case Size | 42 mm | - |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | Laminated Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Bezel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | White/silver | Black DLC | Silver |
| BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Band Type | Band | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Size | - | S |
| Band Width | 20 mm | 22 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 130-190 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | White | Black | Green |
| STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Storage Capacity | 16 GB | - |
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| BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | - | 346 mAh |
| Battery Life | 7 day(s) | 7 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 |
Watch mode - up to 7 days Training mode - up to 40 hour(s) |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Grit X |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | USB charging cable |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Compliant Standards | - | MIL-STD 810G |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 50 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |
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