In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 Solar and Garmin Venu Sq. 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 Venu Sq |
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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 | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 47 mm | 37 mm |
Height | 47 mm | 40.6 mm |
Depth | 15.1 mm | 11.5 mm |
Weight | 85 g | 37.6 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Anodised aluminium, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, heart rate, Pulse Ox sensor |
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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, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, menstrual cycle, breathing rate, hydration |
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, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, weather information |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, incoming calls |
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 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LCD - colour |
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Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Power Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Case Size | 47 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Bezel | Stainless steel | Metallic orchid aluminium |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Silver | Orchid | Shadow grey | White |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 22 mm | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | 125-190 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Orchid | Shadow grey | White |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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Technology | - | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | 80 day(s) | 6 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 6 days GPS mode - up to 14 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 Solar | Garmin Venu Sq |
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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 |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |