In depth comparison and review of Garmin Swim 2 and Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular). 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 Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS 7 |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 14 or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42 mm | - |
Height | 42 mm | - |
Depth | 11.4 mm | - |
Weight | 36 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 39.7 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, swimming metrics | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, ECG |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, TrueUp, Body Battery | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts, Family Setup support |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GNSS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Apple Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CELLULAR | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Technology | - | WCDMA (UMTS) |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | - | 4G |
SIM Card Type | - | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 208 x 208 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.04" | - |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Sapphire glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Case Size | 42 mm | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | Slate | Silver stainless steel | Space black stainless steel |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Band Type | Band | Double Tour band |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 129-197 mm | 130-155 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Barenia leather |
Band Colour | Slate | Fauve | Noir | Jaune ambre | Anémone |
STORAGE | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S6 |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip |
BATTERY | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days GPS mode - up to 13 hour(s) Pool and OHR mode - up to 72 hour(s) |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Swim 2 | Apple Watch Hermès Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Included Accessories | Charging cable | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable, Hermès Orange Sport Band S/M |
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Preloaded Software | - | Apple Pay, GymKit |
SAR Value | - | 0.29 W/kg (head), 0.31 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |