Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Instinct and Xiaomi Watch S1. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.
GENERAL | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, eSport, climbing, yoga, workout, snowboarding, cardio training, rower, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, mountain biking | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 45 mm | 46.5 mm |
Height | 45 mm | 46.5 mm |
Depth | 15.3 mm | 11 mm |
Weight | 53 g | 52 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | Stainless steel |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, stress level, menstrual cycle, hydration | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, Body Battery, Physio TrueUp | Call handling, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function |
Notifications | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps | SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
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 Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 128 x 128 pixels | 466 x 466 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.43" |
Dimensions (WxH) | 23 mm x 23 mm | - |
Pixel Density | - | 326 ppi |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Sapphire glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Case Size | - | 46 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Case Details | Black lava | Coyote tan | Sunburst | Lakeside blue | Sea foam | Tundra | Graphite | Flame red | Silver | Black |
BAND | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Band Type | Strap | Strap |
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Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 132-224 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Calf leather |
Band Colour | Lava black | Coyote tan | Sunburst | Lakeside blue | Sea foam | Brown | Black |
BATTERY | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Capacity | - | 470 mAh |
Battery Life | 14 day(s) | - |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days Esports mode - up to 80 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 16 hour(s) UltraTrac mode - up to 40 hour(s) |
Power saving mode - up to 24 days Typical usage - up to 12 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Instinct | Xiaomi Watch S1 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | USB cable, wireless charging dock, fluororubber watch strap (grey) |
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Preloaded Software | STR3AMUP! | - |
Compliant Standards | MIL-STD 810G | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -10 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |