Garmin vívomove 3S vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin vívomove 3S and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin vívomove 3S vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS 16 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 39 mm -
Height 39 mm -
Depth 10.9 mm -
Weight 24.5 g -
Body Details - Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer Aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, heart rate, Pulse Ox sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, stress level Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Watch Movement Quartz -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, idle alert, HR zones, gesture control, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, GPS via mobile, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications Incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 5.0, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type OLED - monochrome Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 132 x 64 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) 18.3 mm x 8.9 mm -
Screen Protection - Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size 39 mm 40 mm
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Bezel Silver stainless steel -
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Granite blue | Light sand | Rose gold Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type Band Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Band Width 18 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 110-175 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Granite blue | Light sand | Navy Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
CPU Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 5 day(s) 18 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin vívomove 3S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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