Polar Grit X vs. Garmin Approach S42

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar Grit X and Garmin Approach S42. 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 S42 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
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 - 43.4 mm
Height - 43.4 mm
Depth - 11.7 mm
Weight - 43 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 S42
Sensors Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, heart rate Accelerometer, gyro sensor
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, sleep stages, cadence, running power, swimming metrics, running index Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken
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 Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications SMS, Email, incoming calls Calendar, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes 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 S42
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
Type Colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" 1.2"
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass) -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
Crystal Type Laminated Corning Gorilla Glass -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Stainless steel Metal
Case Details White/silver | Black DLC | Silver Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold
BAND Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
Band Type Band Band
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 Black | White | Light sand
STORAGE Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
Storage Capacity - 64 MB
BATTERY Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 346 mAh -
Battery Life 7 day(s) 10 day(s)
Battery Life Details Watch mode - up to 7 days
Training mode - up to 40 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Grit X Garmin Approach S42
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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