Fitbit Ionic vs. Garmin Forerunner 30

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Ionic 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 Ionic vs. Garmin Forerunner 30 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Ionic 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 38.6 mm 35.5 mm
Height 12.4 mm 40.7 mm
Lenght 256.5 mm -
Depth 12.4 mm 13.4 mm
Weight 50 g 37.3 g
Body Material Aerospace-grade aluminium -
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Colours Charcoal, smoke grey | Burnt orange, slate blue | Blue grey, silver grey -
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Sensors Accelerometer, altimeter, heart rate Accelerometer, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, pace, sleep stages, swim laps, active time Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features PurePulse heart rate technology, automatic exercise recognition, SmartTrack VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps -
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC Bluetooth
DISPLAY Fitbit Ionic 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
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Crystal Type - Chemically strengthened glass
Case Shape - Rounded square
Case Details Silver grey aluminium Black
BAND Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Band Type Sport band Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 140-200 mm
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour Ink blue/ice grey Slate grey
BATTERY Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Battery Life 4 day(s) 5 day(s)
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Ionic Garmin Forerunner 30
Included Accessories Charging cable, 2 wristbands (S+L) Charging cable
Preloaded Software - Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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