In depth comparison and review of Garmin vívomove HR Sport and Garmin Instinct 2. 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 Instinct 2 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 43 mm | 45 mm |
Height | 43 mm | 45 mm |
Depth | 11.6 mm | 14.5 mm |
Weight | 40.8 g | 52 g |
Body Material | - | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Sensors | Altimeter, VO2 max, 3-axis accelerometer | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, 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, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection |
Notifications | - | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Type | LCD - monochrome | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | - | 176 x 176 pixels |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | - | Chemically strengthened glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Case Size | - | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | - | Round |
Case Details | Black | Rose gold | Graphite | Electric lime |
BAND | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Band Type | Sport band | Band |
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Band Size | L | - |
Band Width | - | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 148-215 mm | 135-230 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | - | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | White | - |
STORAGE | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 5 day(s) | - |
Battery Life Details | - | Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 65 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 70 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin vívomove HR Sport | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Included Accessories | - | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | VO2 Max, Fitness Age | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |