Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 and Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite. 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 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling | Running, trekking, walking, indoor cycling, pool swimming, open water swimming, treadmill, cricket, trail running, freestyle, outdoor cycling |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 42.3 mm | - |
Height | 42.3 mm | - |
Depth | 12.2 mm | - |
Weight | 38.5 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 21 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Colours | Black | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, barometric altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level | Distance, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, breath |
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 | Find phone function, flashlight, idle alert, alarm, music playback control, weather information |
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 | A-GPS/GPS/GLONASS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | TFT - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 320 x 320 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.4" |
Pixel Density | - | 323 ppi |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Case Shape | Round | Square |
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Case Details | Black | Black | Navy blue | Ivory |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 127-204 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | - |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | TPU |
Band Colour | Grey | Merlot | Black | Navy blue | Ivory |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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Capacity | - | 230 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 9 days GPS mode - up to 10 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Recharge Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite |
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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 |
Warranty | - | 2-year warranty |