In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Polar Unite. 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 Unite |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
|---|---|---|
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Width | 42 mm | 43.4 mm |
| Height | 42 mm | 43.4 mm |
| Depth | 15.4 mm | 10.4 mm |
| Weight | 65 g | 32 g |
| Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | Fibreglass reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, optical heart sensor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, GPS via mobile, guided breathing session, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, Email |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | - |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | - |
| Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | Bluetooth |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
| Connectors | - | USB |
| DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | IPS - colour |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 240 x 204 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
| Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | - |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Case Size | 42 mm | - |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
| Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | - |
| BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Band Type | Band | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Size | - | S/L |
| Band Width | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 130-210 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Snap & slip |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | Black | Blue | Pink | White |
| STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Storage Capacity | 16 GB | - |
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| BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | - | 174 mAh |
| Battery Life | 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 + HR - up to 4 days Training mode + HR - up to 50 hour(s) |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Polar Unite |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data 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 | Polar Fitness Test, Polar Flow |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 30 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 50 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |
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