Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS - iOS 16 or later
Activity/Sport Running, cycling -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 45 mm -
Height 45 mm -
Depth 11.7 mm -
Weight 42 g -
Body Details - Case only: 27.8 g
Body Material - 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 SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
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 Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
3M UMTS Band - Band 1, Band 2, Band 5, Band 8, Band 10
4G LTE Band - Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 18, Band 19, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41, Band 66
Wireless Interface - IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Retina LTPO OLED - colour
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 SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details - Starlight aluminium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Band Type Strap Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 130-200 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Grey Starlight | Midnight | White
STORAGE Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
CPU Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Technology - Lithium Ion
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 Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 235 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - A2725
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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