In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS). 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 Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS 5 |
Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS |
Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 45 mm | 34 mm |
Height | 45 mm | 40 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 10.7 mm |
Weight | 42 g | 30.1 g |
Body Material | - | Anodised aluminium |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, UV index, Air Quality index |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts, automatic exercise recognition, Fall detection, Emergency SOS |
Notifications | - | Calendar, SMS, Email |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Wireless Interface | - | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.23" | - |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Ion-X glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | - |
Case Back | - | All ceramic and sapphire crystal back |
Case Details | - | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Band Type | Strap | Nike sport band |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 130-200 mm |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Grey | Pure platinum/black | Anthracite/black | Summit white | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | - | 16 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S4 |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | - |
SAR Value | - | 0.07 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |