In depth comparison and review of Garmin MARQ Adventurer and Garmin fēnix 6S Solar. 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 fēnix 6S Solar |
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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 | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 46 mm | 42 mm |
Height | 46 mm | 42 mm |
Depth | 14.2 mm | 14.2 mm |
Weight | 95 g | 60 g |
Body Material | Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated titanium | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope, 3-axis electronic compass | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor |
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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, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
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 | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | - |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | Domed sapphire crystal | Power Glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Case Size | 46 mm | 42 mm |
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Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Titanium | Stainless steel |
Case Back | - | Metal |
Case Details | Brushed titanium | Titanium | Silver |
BAND | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 22 mm | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 135-213 mm | 108-182 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone rubber | Silicone |
Band Colour | - | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 64 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Battery Life | 12 day(s) | 59 day(s) |
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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 9 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 10.5 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 59 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 64 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 26 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin MARQ Adventurer | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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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 | Garmin Pay |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | - |