In depth comparison and review of Garmin MARQ Adventurer and Garmin Approach S12. 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 MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Golf, running, swimming, ski, cycling, climbing | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 46 mm | 43.7 mm |
Height | 46 mm | 43.7 mm |
Depth | 14.2 mm | 11.5 mm |
Weight | 95 g | 34.1 g |
Body Material | Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated titanium | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope, 3-axis electronic compass | Accelerometer |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, hydration | Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, VO2 max, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Group LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto pause, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TracBack, TruSwing, UltraTrac, PacePro pace guidance, dual grid coordinates format | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | - |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | - |
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CASE | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Case Size | 46 mm | - |
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Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Titanium | - |
Case Details | Brushed titanium | Titanium | Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue |
BAND | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 135-213 mm | 125-202 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone rubber | Silicone |
Band Colour | - | Slate grey |
STORAGE | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 125 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 12 day(s) | 70 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 28 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 9 hour(s) UltraTrac mode - up to 48 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 12 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable, charging cable, wireless temperature sensor | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | 1-year warranty |