Sony SmartWatch 2 vs. Garmin vívoactive

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony SmartWatch 2 and Garmin vívoactive. 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 vívoactive Comparison Chart
GENERAL Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later iOS, Android
Wearing Style - Watch style
Width 42 mm -
Height 41 mm -
Depth 9 mm -
Weight 48.4 g -
Body Details Main unit: 23.5 g
Wrist strap: 99 g
Main unit: 18 g
Wrist strap: 20 g
Body Material Aluminium -
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Waterproof
Colours Black | Black metal | Silver | Green/yellow White
Clock Display - Yes
Bundled with - Heart rate monitor
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 vívoactive
Sensors Digital compass Accelerometer
Tracking Data - Distance, time, speed, calories burned, heart rate (with optional heart rate sensor), activity, sleep activity, steps taken, pace
Features Call handling, music remote handling Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function
Notifications Missed calls Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
CELLULAR Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Messaging Services SMS, MMS -
Supported Mobile Messaging Services MMS, SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 3.0, NFC Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT
Connectors Micro-USB -
DISPLAY Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Type LCD - colour - transflective LCD - colour
Resolution 220 x 176 pixels 205 x 148 pixels
Screen Size 1.6" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 28.6 mm x 20.7 mm
Screen Protection Scratch-resistant glass -
INPUT DEVICE Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Case Details - Black
BAND Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Band Type - Band
Changeable - Yes
Band Colour - Black
BATTERY Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 504 hours
Battery Life Details - Navigation tracking - up to 10 hour(s)
Standby Time 168 h -
MISCELLANEOUS Sony SmartWatch 2 Garmin vívoactive
Included Accessories USB charging cable White wrist strap, charging cradle
Preloaded Software Clock, Stopwatch, Calendar, Contacts, ViewFinder, Slideshow, RSS reader, Gmail, Weather, Timer Alarm
Compliant Standards IP57 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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