Side by side comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition and Garmin Forerunner 55. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Golf, running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, surfing, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding, tactical, bouldering, indoor climbing, mountain biking | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 42 mm |
Height | - | 42 mm |
Depth | - | 11.6 mm |
Weight | - | 37 g |
Body Details | Case only: 44 g With band: 60 g |
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Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Colours | - | Monterra grey |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor | Accelerometer, optical heart 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, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, stress level |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, voice announcements, Find my Device, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format | Music remote handling, idle alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Body Battery |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, Email, social apps |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | - |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 208 x 208 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.04" |
Screen Protection | Power Glass | Chemically strengthened glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Amethyst steel | Light gold | Black | White | Aqua green |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 108-182 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Shale grey | Light sand | Black | White | Aqua green |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Battery Life | 59 day(s) | 14 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 10.5 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 59 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 64 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 26 days |
GPS mode - up to 20 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |