Fossil Q Founder vs. Garmin fēnix 5 Plus

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Fossil Q Founder and Garmin fēnix 5 Plus. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Fossil Q Founder vs. Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System Android Wear -
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 8.2 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf, running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding, tactical, mountain biking
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Width 46 mm 47 mm
Height 46 mm 47 mm
Depth 13 mm 15.8 mm
Weight 71.94 g 86 g
Body Material Stainless steel Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Sensors 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, 3-axis accelerometer Digital compass, thermometre, altimeter, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter
Tracking Data Calories burned, steps taken Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, pace, stress level
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Call alerts Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits
Notifications SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CELLULAR Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Messaging Services SMS -
Supported Mobile Messaging Services SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
Bluetooth Profiles - Heart Rate Monitor (HRM)
DISPLAY Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Type LCD - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 360 x 326 pixels 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size 1.5" 1.2"
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Pixel Density 240 ppi -
Screen Protection - Chemically strengthened glass
INPUT DEVICE Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Type Touch sensitive screen Push buttons
CASE Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Case Size 46 mm 47 mm
Crystal Type - Chemically strengthened glass
Case Shape - Round
Bezel - Stainless steel
Case Details Silver Silver
BAND Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Band Type Bracelet Band
Band Width 22 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 163-249 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material Stainless steel Silicone
Band Colour Silver Black
STORAGE Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Storage Capacity 4 GB 16 GB
RAM Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
RAM Size 1 GB -
BATTERY Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 400 mAh -
Battery Life 1 day(s) 12 day(s)
Battery Life Details - UltraTrac mode + HR - up to 42 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 12 days
GPS + HR mode - up to 18 hour(s)
GPS + HR with Music mode - up to 8 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Fossil Q Founder Garmin fēnix 5 Plus
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB charging dock Charging cable
Preloaded Software - Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App
Compliant Standards IP67 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 1 m 100 m
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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