In depth comparison and review of Xiaomi Mi Watch 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 | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS 10 or later, Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 45 mm |
Height | - | 45 mm |
Depth | - | 14.5 mm |
Weight | - | 52 g |
Body Details | Case only: 32 g | - |
Body Material | Glass fibre reinforced polyamide | Fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, geomagnetic sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, gyroscope | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, recovery time, vital signs | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level |
Modes | 117 workout modes | - |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, flashlight, automatic exercise recognition, alarm, timer, breathing training function, music playback control, weather information, event reminders, off-the-wrist password protection | 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) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Type | AMOLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | 454 x 454 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.39" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Pixel Density | 326 ppi | - |
Screen Protection | - | Chemically strengthened glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Push buttons |
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CASE | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Case Size | - | 45 mm |
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Case Shape | Circular | Round |
Case Details | Black | Beige | Navy blue | Graphite | Electric lime |
BAND | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Band Type | Strap | Band |
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Band Width | - | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-220 mm | 135-230 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | TPU | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Beige | Navy blue | - |
STORAGE | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 MB |
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BATTERY | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | 420 mAh | - |
Battery Life Details | Typical usage - up to 16 days Long battery mode - up to 22 days Workout mode - 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) GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Xiaomi Mi Watch | Garmin Instinct 2 |
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Included Accessories | Magnetic charging dock | Charging/data cable |
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Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -10 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | - |