Garmin Forerunner 30 vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 30 and Garmin Approach G12. 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 30 vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, cycling Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Width 35.5 mm 45.8 mm
Height 40.7 mm 51.3 mm
Depth 13.4 mm 12.4 mm
Weight 37.3 g 25.1 g
Protection Waterproof -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Goal Setting Yes -
Features VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective Monochrome
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels 175 x 175 pixels
Screen Size 0.93" -
Dimensions (WxH) 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm 23 mm x 23 mm
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Type - Push buttons
CASE Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Rounded square Circular
Case Details Black -
BAND Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Strap -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-200 mm -
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Slate grey -
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 5 day(s) 30 hours
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 30 Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ -
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX7
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m -
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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