Polar Ignite vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar Ignite and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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 Ignite vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS 16 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43 mm -
Height 43 mm -
Depth 8.5 mm -
Weight 35 g -
Body Details - Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material Fibreglass reinforced polymer Aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, running cadence Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features HRmax, idle alert, HR zones Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type TFT - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 204 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Size 1.5" -
Screen Protection Dragontrail glass Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Glass fibre reinforced polymer | Rose gold | Black | Copper Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type Band Sport band
Band Size S Regular
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-186 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black | Pink | White | Yellow Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
CPU Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 165 mAh -
Battery Life 5 day(s) 18 hours
Battery Life Details Training mode - up to 17 hour(s)
Watch mode - up to 5 days
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Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Ignite Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories USB charging cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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