Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Fitbit Blaze. 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 Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS, Android, Windows Phone |
Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 45 mm | 42 mm |
Height | 45 mm | - |
Depth | 11.7 mm | - |
Weight | 42 g | 44 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel |
Protection | Water-resistant | Weatherproof, splashproof, sweatproof |
Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Ambient light sensor, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed |
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, HR zones, PurePulse heart rate technology, automatic exercise recognition, changeable frame |
Notifications | - | Missed calls, calendar, SMS |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Wireless Interface | - | Bluetooth 4.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LCD - colour |
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Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.23" | - |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Case Shape | Round | - |
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Case Details | - | Gold | Gunmetal |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Band Size | - | S |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 140-170 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Elastomer |
Band Colour | Grey | Slim pink | Black | Blue | Plum |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Technology | - | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Life | - | 5 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Fitbit Blaze |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | USB charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | Clock, Silent alarm |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 10 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |