In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 Music and Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS). 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS 7 |
Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS 14 or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42.3 mm | - |
Height | 42.3 mm | - |
Depth | 12.2 mm | - |
Weight | 38.5 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 30.49 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, heart rate, electromagnetic compass | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, heart rate (with optional heart rate sensor), sleep activity, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Camera remote control, find phone function, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, store & play music | Music remote handling, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts |
Notifications | - | Calendar, SMS, Email |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GNSS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Apple Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | Ion-X glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | - | Space grey aluminium | Silver aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Band Type | Band | Nike sport band |
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Band Size | - | S/M/L |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 127-204 mm | 130-200 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Aqua | Anthracite/black | Pure platinum/black |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S5 SiP |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 6 hour(s) |
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Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 245 Music | Apple Watch Nike SE (GPS) |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age | Apple Pay, GymKit |
SAR Value | - | 0.2 W/kg (head), 0.14 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2351 |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |