Polar Grit X vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar Grit X and Garmin Approach S12. 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

Polar Grit X vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Multisport Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width - 43.7 mm
Height - 43.7 mm
Depth - 11.5 mm
Weight - 34.1 g
Body Details With band: 64 g
Case only: 44 g
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Body Material Stainless steel -
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, heart rate Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, sleep stages, cadence, running power, swimming metrics, running index Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Fitness test, VO2 max, inactivity alert, alarm, Serene (breathing exercise), weather information, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide, FuelWise smart fueling assistant, Hill Splitter, Route guidance, Route planning with Komoot, Energy sources Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications SMS, Email, incoming calls -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Type Colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 176 x 176 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass) -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Crystal Type Laminated Corning Gorilla Glass -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Details White/silver | Black DLC | Silver Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Band Type Band Strap
Band Size S -
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-190 mm 125-202 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour White | Black | Green Slate grey
STORAGE Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity - 125 MB
BATTERY Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 346 mAh -
Battery Life 7 day(s) 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details Watch mode - up to 7 days
Training mode - up to 40 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S12
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging/data cable
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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