In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 Solar and Garmin Approach S42. 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 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
|---|---|---|
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding | Golf |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Width | 47 mm | 43.4 mm |
| Height | 47 mm | 43.4 mm |
| Depth | 15.1 mm | 11.7 mm |
| Weight | 85 g | 43 g |
| Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, gyro sensor |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format | Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, incoming calls, applications |
| Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
| Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
| Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth |
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| DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.3" | 1.2" |
| Screen Protection | Power Glass | - |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Case Size | 47 mm | - |
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| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Bezel | Stainless steel | Metal |
| Case Back | Metal | - |
| Case Details | Silver | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold |
| BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Band Type | Band | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Width | 22 mm | - |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | 125-202 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | Black | Black | White | Light sand |
| STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 64 MB |
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| BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 80 day(s) | 10 day(s) |
| Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 80 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 93 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 40 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 36 days GPS with Music mode - up to 10 hour(s) |
Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Approach S42 |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
|---|---|---|
| Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | - |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
| Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |
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