Suunto 3 vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Suunto 3 and Garmin Approach G12. 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

Suunto 3 vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, cycling Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Width 43 mm 45.8 mm
Height 43 mm 51.3 mm
Depth - 12.4 mm
Weight 36 g 25.1 g
Body Material ABS case -
Protection Waterproof -
Colours Light gold, pebble white -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, cadence, stress level, lap time Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Modes Exercise mode -
Goal Setting Yes -
Features GPS via mobile, sunrise/sunset times, weather information Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Keypad Lock Yes -
CONNECTIVITY Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Type LED - colour Monochrome
Resolution 218 x 218 pixels 175 x 175 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
INPUT DEVICE Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Type - Push buttons
CASE Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Crystal Type Polyamide -
Case Shape Round Circular
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Details Slate grey | Slate grey/copper | Moss grey | Granite red | Black -
BAND Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Strap -
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 120-210 mm -
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Slate grey | Moss grey | Granite red | Black -
BATTERY Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 5 day(s) 30 hours
Battery Life Details Training mode/GPS off - up to 40 hour(s)
Training mode/GPS on - up to 30 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Standby Time 10 days -
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Suunto 3 Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Alarm Clock -
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX7
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m -
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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