Detailed comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition and Garmin Instinct 2 Solar. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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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 | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 45 mm |
Height | - | 45 mm |
Depth | - | 14.5 mm |
Weight | - | 53 g |
Body Details | Case only: 44 g With band: 60 g |
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Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, 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, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, 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, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, solar charging, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | Power Glass | Power Glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Type | Touch buttons | Push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Case Size | 42 mm | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Amethyst steel | Light gold | Mist grey | Graphite |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 20 mm | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 108-182 mm | 135-230 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Shale grey | Light sand | - |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 59 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 |
Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 65 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 70 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 370 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 48 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Instinct 2 Solar |
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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 | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |