Pebble Time vs. Garmin Forerunner 45

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Pebble Time and Garmin Forerunner 45. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Pebble Time vs. Garmin Forerunner 45 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later, iOS 8.0 or later iOS, Android
Wearing Style - Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Width - 42 mm
Height - 42 mm
Depth - 11.4 mm
Weight - 36 g
Body Details Wrist strap: 22 mm -
Body Material Polycarbonate -
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours Black | Red | White -
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Sensors Ambient light sensor, digital compass, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, heart rate
Tracking Data - Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, stress level
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Stainless steel bezel with PVD coating Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device
Notifications Missed calls, SMS, Email Calendar, Email, social apps
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
CELLULAR Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Messaging Services SMS -
Supported Mobile Messaging Services SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Type E Ink - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 144 x 168 pixels 208 x 208 pixels
Screen Size 1.25" 1.04"
Pixel Density 180 ppi -
Colour Depth 6-bit (64 colours) -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
CASE Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Case Shape - Round
Case Details - Black
BAND Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Band Type - Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 129-197 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour - Black | Lava red
BATTERY Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Life 168 hours -
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 13 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
MISCELLANEOUS Pebble Time Garmin Forerunner 45
Included Accessories USB charging cable, silicone wrist strap Charging/data cable
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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