In depth comparison and review of Garmin Instinct 2S and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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 Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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| Operating System | - | WatchOS |
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 16 or later |
| Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | - | Microphone |
| Audio Output | - | Speaker |
| Width | 40 mm | - |
| Height | 40 mm | - |
| Depth | 13.3 mm | - |
| Weight | 42 g | - |
| Body Details | - | Case only: 26.4 g |
| Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | Aluminium |
| Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen) |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection | Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits |
| Notifications | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver |
| Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | Apple Pay |
| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
| IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
| IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| DISPLAY | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective | Retina LTPO OLED - colour |
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| Resolution | 156 x 156 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
| Dimensions (WxH) | 20.12 mm x 20.12 mm | - |
| Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Ion-X glass |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Type | Push buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Case Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
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| Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
| Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
| Case Details | Deep orchid | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium |
| Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
| BAND | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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| Band Size | - | Regular |
| Band Width | 20 mm | - |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 112-180 mm | 130-200 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
| Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
| Band Colour | - | Midnight | Starlight |
| STORAGE | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Storage Capacity | 32 MB | 32 GB |
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| CPU | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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| CPU Type | - | S8 SiP |
| Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
| BATTERY | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
| Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 21 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 50 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 54 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 25 days |
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| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Instinct 2S | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) |
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| Preloaded Software | - | Apple Pay, GymKit |
| SAR Value | - | 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
| Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2722 |
| Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |
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