Polar Unite vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Polar Unite and Garmin Approach S12. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Polar Unite vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43.4 mm 43.7 mm
Height 43.4 mm 43.7 mm
Depth 10.4 mm 11.5 mm
Weight 32 g 34.1 g
Body Material Fibreglass reinforced polymer -
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, optical heart sensor Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Fitness test, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, GPS via mobile, guided breathing session, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
Connectors USB -
DISPLAY Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Type IPS - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution 240 x 204 pixels 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
INPUT DEVICE Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details - Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Band Type Band Strap
Band Size S/L -
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-210 mm 125-202 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Snap & slip Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black | Blue | Pink | White Slate grey
STORAGE Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity - 125 MB
BATTERY Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 174 mAh -
Battery Life - 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details Watch mode + HR - up to 4 days
Training mode + HR - up to 50 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Unite Garmin Approach S12
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Polar Fitness Test, Polar Flow -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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