In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition and Garmin Venu 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 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 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 | Golf, running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, surfing, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding, tactical, bouldering, indoor climbing, mountain biking | Golf, running, ski, cycling, hiking, indoor running, indoor cycling, pool swimming, yoga, snowboarding, stepper, strength training, cardio training, treadmill, elliptical, rower, stand up paddleboarding, bouldering, indoor climbing |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 45.4 mm |
Height | - | 45.4 mm |
Depth | - | 12.2 mm |
Weight | - | 49 g |
Body Details | Case only: 44 g With band: 60 g |
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Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope |
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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, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, swing data, stress level, respiratory rate, menstrual cycle, hydration |
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 | Find phone function, HR zones, digital scorecard, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, alarm, Find my Device, breathing training function, store & play music, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, music playback control, weather information |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, applications |
Vibrating Alert | 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 Venu 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Power Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Case Size | 42 mm | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | Slate stainless steeel |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Amethyst steel | Light gold | Black | Granite blue |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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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 | 135-200 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Shale grey | Light sand | Black | Granite blue |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Battery Life | 59 day(s) | 12 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 11 days GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 8 hour(s) Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 12 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Venu 2 |
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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 |
Compliant Standards | - | FCC |
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 |