In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 and Garmin Swim 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 | Garmin Swim 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, cycling |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 42 mm |
Height | - | 42 mm |
Depth | - | 11.4 mm |
Weight | - | 36 g |
Body Details | Case only: 57 g | - |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, swimming metrics |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, music playback control, dual grid coordinates format | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, TrueUp, Body Battery |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps | SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 208 x 208 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | 1.04" |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) | Chemically strengthened glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Type | Touch buttons | - |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Case Size | 47 mm | 42 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Silver | Slate |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | 129-197 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Slate |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 48 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 |
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days GPS mode - up to 13 hour(s) Pool and OHR mode - up to 72 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Swim 2 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |