In depth comparison and review of Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite and Garmin Instinct 2. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
GENERAL | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Running, trekking, walking, indoor cycling, pool swimming, open water swimming, treadmill, cricket, trail running, freestyle, outdoor cycling | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 45 mm |
Height | - | 45 mm |
Depth | - | 14.5 mm |
Weight | - | 52 g |
Body Details | Case only: 21 g | - |
Body Material | - | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Sensors | 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, barometric altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, breath | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, flashlight, idle alert, alarm, music playback control, weather information | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection |
Notifications | SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | A-GPS/GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Type | TFT - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | 320 x 320 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.4" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Pixel Density | 323 ppi | - |
Screen Protection | - | Chemically strengthened glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Push buttons |
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CASE | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Case Size | - | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | Square | Round |
Case Details | Black | Navy blue | Ivory | Graphite | Electric lime |
BAND | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Band Width | - | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 135-230 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | TPU | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Navy blue | Ivory | - |
STORAGE | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 MB |
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BATTERY | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | 230 mAh | - |
Battery Life Details | Typical usage - up to 9 days GPS mode - up to 10 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) GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Recharge Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Included Accessories | Charging cradle | Charging/data cable |
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Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | - |