Polar M200 vs. Garmin Forerunner 245

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Polar M200 and Garmin Forerunner 245. 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

Polar M200 vs. Garmin Forerunner 245 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android -
Activity/Sport Running Running, swimming, ski, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width - 42.3 mm
Height - 42.3 mm
Depth 12 mm 12.2 mm
Weight 40 g 38.5 g
Body Material - Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours - Black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Sensors Accelerometer, barometer, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, swimming metrics, running index Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features HRmax, average HR, fitness test, call alerts, HR zones, inactivity alert Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery
Notifications SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
CONNECTIVITY Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, ANT+
Connectors USB -
DISPLAY Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Type Monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution - 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size 1.02" 1.2"
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass)
INPUT DEVICE Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Type Push buttons -
CASE Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Crystal Type Polyamide & glass fibre -
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details - Black
BAND Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Band Type Band Band
Band Size M/L -
Band Width - 20 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 127-204 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material TPU Silicone
Band Colour Black | Red | White Grey | Merlot
STORAGE Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Storage Capacity 4 MB -
BATTERY Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Technology Lithium polymer -
Capacity 180 mAh -
Battery Life 6 day(s) -
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
Recharge Time 2 hour(s) -
MISCELLANEOUS Polar M200 Garmin Forerunner 245
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software - Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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