Garmin Forerunner 245 vs. Xiaomi Watch S1

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 and Xiaomi Watch S1. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Forerunner 245 vs. Xiaomi Watch S1 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS - iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, ski, cycling Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 42.3 mm 46.5 mm
Height 42.3 mm 46.5 mm
Depth 12.2 mm 11 mm
Weight 38.5 g 52 g
Body Material Fibre-reinforced polymer Stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours Black -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Sensors Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level Distance, calories burned, activity, 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 Call handling, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function
Notifications SMS, social apps, incoming calls SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Alexa built-in
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective AMOLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 466 x 466 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" 1.43"
Pixel Density - 326 ppi
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) Sapphire glass
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Type - Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Case Size - 46 mm
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details Black Silver | Black
BAND Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Band Type Band Strap
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 127-204 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Calf leather
Band Colour Grey | Merlot Brown | Black
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Technology - Lithium polymer
Capacity - 470 mAh
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
Power saving mode - up to 24 days
Typical usage - up to 12 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 245 Xiaomi Watch S1
Included Accessories Charging/data cable USB cable, wireless charging dock, fluororubber watch strap (grey)
Preloaded Software Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -10 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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