In depth comparison and review of Garmin vívomove HR Sport 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 vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 43 mm | 42 mm |
Height | 43 mm | 42 mm |
Depth | 11.6 mm | 14.2 mm |
Weight | 40.8 g | 60 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Sensors | Altimeter, VO2 max, 3-axis accelerometer | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, stress level | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Watch Movement | Quartz | - |
Goal Setting | - | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, strength training guidance, camera remote control, Bluetooth Smart technology, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible | 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, social apps, incoming calls |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Type | LCD - monochrome | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | - | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | - | Power Glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Case Size | - | 42 mm |
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Case Shape | - | Round |
Bezel | - | Stainless steel |
Case Back | - | Metal |
Case Details | Black | Rose gold | Silver |
BAND | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Band Type | Sport band | Band |
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Band Size | L | - |
Band Width | - | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 148-215 mm | 108-182 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | - | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | White | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Storage Capacity | - | 64 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Battery Life | 5 day(s) | 59 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | - | 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 |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar |
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Included Accessories | - | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | VO2 Max, Fitness Age | Garmin Pay |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |