In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire and Garmin Venu 2. 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 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding | Golf, running, ski, cycling, hiking, indoor running, indoor cycling, pool swimming, yoga, snowboarding, stepper, strength training, cardio training, treadmill, elliptical, rower, stand up paddleboarding, bouldering, indoor climbing |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 47 mm | 45.4 mm |
Height | 47 mm | 45.4 mm |
Depth | 14.7 mm | 12.2 mm |
Weight | 60 g | 49 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, swing data, stress level, respiratory rate, menstrual cycle, hydration |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | 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 | Find phone function, HR zones, digital scorecard, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, alarm, Find my Device, breathing training function, store & play music, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, music playback control, weather information |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, applications |
Vibrating Alert | 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 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Case Size | 47 mm | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | - | Slate stainless steeel |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Carbon grey DLC | Titanium | Black | Granite blue |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 22 mm | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | 135-200 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Ember orange | Titanium | Black | Granite blue |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Battery Life | 48 day(s) | 12 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | 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) |
Smartwatch mode - up to 11 days GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 8 hour(s) Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 12 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 Sapphire | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ |
Compliant Standards | - | FCC |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |