Side by side comparison and review of Polar M200 and Garmin Instinct 2S Solar. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Running | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 40 mm |
Height | - | 40 mm |
Depth | 12 mm | 13.3 mm |
Weight | 40 g | 43 g |
Body Material | - | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, swimming metrics, running index | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | HRmax, average HR, fitness test, call alerts, HR zones, inactivity alert | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, solar charging, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection |
Notifications | SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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Connectors | USB | - |
DISPLAY | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Type | Monochrome | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | - | 156 x 156 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.02" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 20 mm x 20 mm |
Aspect Ratio | Full circle | - |
Screen Protection | - | Power Glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Type | Push buttons | Push buttons |
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CASE | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Crystal Type | Polyamide & glass fibre | - |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Case Details | - | Neo tropic |
BAND | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | M/L | - |
Band Width | - | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 112-180 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | TPU | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Red | White | - |
STORAGE | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Storage Capacity | 4 MB | 32 MB |
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BATTERY | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | 180 mAh | - |
Battery Life | 6 day(s) | - |
Battery Life Details | - | Smartwatch mode - up to 21 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 51 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 50 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 54 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 114 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 25 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 105 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Recharge Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Polar M200 | Garmin Instinct 2S Solar |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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Max Depth of Water Resistance | - | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 50 °C | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -10 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | - |