In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 and Amazfit GTS 2E. 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 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS 10 or later, Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Width | 42.3 mm | - |
Height | 42.3 mm | - |
Depth | 12.2 mm | - |
Weight | 38.5 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 25 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | Aluminium alloy |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Colours | Black | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, SpO2 sensor, geomagnetic sensor, temperature, BioTracker 2 PPG biological tracking optical sensor, gyroscope |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level | Distance, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery | Huami-PAI Health Assessment System |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth 5.0 BLE |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 348 x 422 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.65" |
Pixel Density | - | 341 ppi |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | 2.5D tempered glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
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Case Back | - | Matte plastic |
Case Details | Black | Obsidian black |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Band Width | 20 mm | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 127-204 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Grey | Merlot | Obsidian black | Moss Green | Lilac purple |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Capacity | - | 246 mAh |
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Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days |
Typical usage - up to 14 days Basic mode - up to 24 days |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Amazfit GTS 2E |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging cradle |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2021 |