Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS - iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later
Activity/Sport Running, cycling Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 45 mm 35.3 mm
Height 45 mm 41.2 mm
Depth 11.7 mm 10.7 mm
Weight 42 g 35 g
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Colours Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, digital compass, optical heart sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, breath, menstrual cycle
Modes - 100+ Workout modes
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 Idle alert, music playback control, weather information, female health
Notifications - SMS, Email, social apps
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Wireless Interface - Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective TFT - colour
Resolution 215 x 180 pixels 320 x 360 pixels
Screen Size 1.23" 1.55"
Screen Protection Chemically strengthened glass -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Case Shape Round Square
Case Details - Black | Ivory | Blue
BAND Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Band Type Strap Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 140-210 mm
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone TPU
Band Colour Grey Black | Ivory | Blue
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Capacity - 262 mAh
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days
Typical usage - up to 10 days
Heavy usage - up to 5 days
GPS mode - up to 14 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 235 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 2 Lite
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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