Garmin Forerunner 245 vs. Polar Grit X

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 and Polar Grit X. 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 245 vs. Polar Grit X Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS - iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, ski, cycling Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 42.3 mm -
Height 42.3 mm -
Depth 12.2 mm -
Weight 38.5 g -
Body Details - With band: 64 g
Case only: 44 g
Body Material Fibre-reinforced polymer Stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours Black -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Sensors Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, sleep stages, cadence, running power, swimming metrics, running index
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 Fitness test, VO2 max, inactivity alert, alarm, Serene (breathing exercise), weather information, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide, FuelWise smart fueling assistant, Hill Splitter, Route guidance, Route planning with Komoot, Energy sources
Notifications SMS, social apps, incoming calls SMS, Email, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" 1.2"
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Crystal Type - Laminated Corning Gorilla Glass
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Stainless steel
Case Details Black White/silver | Black DLC | Silver
BAND Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Band Type Band Band
Band Size - S
Band Width 20 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 127-204 mm 130-190 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Grey | Merlot White | Black | Green
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Technology - Lithium polymer
Capacity - 346 mAh
Battery Life - 7 day(s)
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
Watch mode - up to 7 days
Training mode - up to 40 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 245 Polar Grit X
Included Accessories Charging/data cable USB charging cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age -
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature - 50 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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