Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Garmin fēnix 6. 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 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 45 mm | - |
Height | 45 mm | - |
Depth | 11.7 mm | - |
Weight | 42 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 57 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
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 | Find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, music playback control, dual grid coordinates format |
Notifications | - | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Wireless Interface | - | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | 260 x 260 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.23" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Type | - | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Case Size | - | 47 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | - | Stainless steel |
Case Back | - | Metal |
Case Details | - | Silver |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Band Width | - | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 125-208 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Grey | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Storage Capacity | - | 64 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | - | 48 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | Garmin Pay |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |