Polar Unite vs. Garmin Instinct 2 Solar

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Polar Unite and Garmin Instinct 2 Solar. 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 Unite vs. Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43.4 mm 45 mm
Height 43.4 mm 45 mm
Depth 10.4 mm 14.5 mm
Weight 32 g 53 g
Body Material Fibreglass reinforced polymer Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level
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 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 Calendar, SMS, Email Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, ANT+
Connectors USB -
DISPLAY Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Type IPS - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution 240 x 204 pixels 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection - Power Glass
INPUT DEVICE Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Type Touch sensitive screen Push buttons
CASE Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Case Size - 45 mm
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details - Mist grey | Graphite
BAND Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Band Type Band Band
Band Size S/L -
Band Width 20 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-210 mm 135-230 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Snap & slip Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black | Blue | Pink | White -
STORAGE Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Storage Capacity - 32 MB
BATTERY Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 174 mAh -
Battery Life Details Watch mode + HR - up to 4 days
Training mode + HR - up to 50 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 65 days
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 70 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 370 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 48 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Unite Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Polar Fitness Test, Polar Flow -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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