In depth comparison and review of Huawei Watch GT Runner and Garmin Instinct 2S. 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 | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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| Supported Host Device OS | iOS 9 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later, HarmonyOS 2 or later | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Running | Multisport |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | Microphone | - |
| Audio Output | Speaker | - |
| Width | - | 40 mm |
| Height | - | 40 mm |
| Depth | - | 13.3 mm |
| Weight | - | 42 g |
| Body Details | Case only: 38.5 g | - |
| Body Material | Polymer fibres | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, 6-axis IMU sensor, air pressure sensor, gyroscope | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, menstrual cycle, altitude, running index, recovery time, training load | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Store & play music, irregular beat alerts, music playback control, weather information, Personal AI Running Coach, HUAWEI TruSeen 5.0+, HUAWEI TruSport, voice guidance, linear motor | 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 | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GNSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
| Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
| CONNECTIVITY | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Wireless Interface | NFC, Bluetooth 5.2 BR/EDR + BLE | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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| DISPLAY | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Type | AMOLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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| Resolution | 466 x 466 pixels | 156 x 156 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.43" | - |
| Dimensions (WxH) | - | 20.12 mm x 20.12 mm |
| Aspect Ratio | Full circle | - |
| Screen Protection | - | Chemically strengthened glass |
| INPUT DEVICE | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons | Push buttons |
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| CASE | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Case Size | 46 mm | 40 mm |
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| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Case Details | Grey | Black | Deep orchid |
| BAND | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Band Type | Strap | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Width | 22 mm | 20 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 140-210 mm | 112-180 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | Grey | Black | - |
| STORAGE | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Storage Capacity | 4 GB | 32 MB |
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| BATTERY | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Technology | Lithium polymer | Lithium Ion |
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| Capacity | 451 mAh | - |
| Battery Life | 14 day(s) | - |
| Battery Life Details | Typical usage - up to 14 days Heavy usage - up to 7 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 21 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 50 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 54 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 25 days |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Recharge Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Huawei Watch GT Runner | Garmin Instinct 2S |
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| Included Accessories | 2 wrist straps, charging cradle, charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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| Compliant Standards | ISO 22810 | - |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | 60 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
| Warranty | 2-year warranty | - |
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