In depth comparison and review of Garmin Swim 2 and Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire. 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 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, cycling | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 42 mm | - |
Height | 42 mm | - |
Depth | 11.4 mm | - |
Weight | 36 g | - |
Body Details | - | With band: 70 g Case only: 47 g |
Body Material | - | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, swimming metrics | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance |
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, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 208 x 208 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.04" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Sapphire glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Case Back | - | Titanium |
Case Details | Slate | Black titanium | White titanium |
BAND | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | - | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 129-197 mm | 125-208 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Slate | - |
STORAGE | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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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) |
Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Swim 2 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Included Accessories | Charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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SAR Value | - | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |