Fitbit Blaze vs. Garmin Forerunner 30

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Blaze and Garmin Forerunner 30. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Fitbit Blaze vs. Garmin Forerunner 30 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Running, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 42 mm 35.5 mm
Height - 40.7 mm
Depth - 13.4 mm
Weight 44 g 37.3 g
Body Material Stainless steel -
Protection Weatherproof, splashproof, sweatproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Sensors Ambient light sensor, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, HR zones, PurePulse heart rate technology, automatic exercise recognition, changeable frame VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS -
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Type LCD - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution - 128 x 128 pixels
Screen Size - 0.93"
Dimensions (WxH) - 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Crystal Type - Chemically strengthened glass
Case Shape - Rounded square
Case Details Gold | Gunmetal Black
BAND Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Band Type Band Strap
Band Size S -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-170 mm 140-200 mm
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Elastomer Silicone
Band Colour Slim pink | Black | Blue | Plum Slate grey
BATTERY Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Life 5 day(s) 5 day(s)
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 2 hour(s) -
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Blaze Garmin Forerunner 30
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging cable
Preloaded Software Clock, Silent alarm Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ
Max Depth of Water Resistance 10 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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