Sony SmartWatch 2 vs. Garmin Forerunner 235

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony SmartWatch 2 and Garmin Forerunner 235. 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

Sony SmartWatch 2 vs. Garmin Forerunner 235 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later -
Activity/Sport - Running, cycling
Wearing Style - Watch style
Width 42 mm 45 mm
Height 41 mm 45 mm
Depth 9 mm 11.7 mm
Weight 48.4 g 42 g
Body Details Main unit: 23.5 g
Wrist strap: 99 g
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Body Material Aluminium -
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Water-resistant
Colours Black | Black metal | Silver | Green/yellow Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue
Clock Display - Yes
Designed For Sony XPERIA acro S, C, E, E dual, E1, E1 Dual, go, Ion, J, L, M, M dual, M2, mini, mini pro, miro, P, SL, Sola, SP, T2 Ultra, tipo, tipo dual, U, V, Z, Z Ultra, Z Ultra Google Play edition, Z1, Z1 Compact, Z1S, Z2, ZL, ZR -
FEATURES Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Sensors Digital compass Accelerometer, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data - Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Call handling, music remote handling Find phone function, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions
Notifications Missed calls -
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS receiver
CELLULAR Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Messaging Services SMS, MMS -
Supported Mobile Messaging Services MMS, SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 3.0, NFC -
Connectors Micro-USB -
DISPLAY Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Type LCD - colour - transflective Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 220 x 176 pixels 215 x 180 pixels
Screen Size 1.6" 1.23"
Screen Protection Scratch-resistant glass Chemically strengthened glass
INPUT DEVICE Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Case Shape - Round
BAND Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Band Type - Strap
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour - Grey
BATTERY Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days
Standby Time 168 h -
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin Forerunner 235
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Clock, Stopwatch, Calendar, Contacts, ViewFinder, Slideshow, RSS reader, Gmail, Weather, Timer Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ
Compliant Standards IP57 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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