Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Garmin fēnix 6S. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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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 | 42 mm |
Height | 45 mm | 42 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 13.8 mm |
Weight | 42 g | 44 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 6S |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation |
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 | Bluetooth Smart technology, store & play music |
Notifications | - | SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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Wireless Interface | - | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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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 | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.23" | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) |
CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Case Details | - | Silver |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Grey | White | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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RAM | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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RAM Size | - | 64 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days GPS with Music mode - up to 6 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 6S |
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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 | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |