Garmin Approach G12 vs. Garmin Instinct 2 Solar

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Garmin Instinct 2 Solar. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach G12 vs. Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf Multisport
Wearing Style Clothing Watch style
Width 45.8 mm 45 mm
Height 51.3 mm 45 mm
Depth 12.4 mm 14.5 mm
Weight 25.1 g 53 g
Body Material - Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection - Waterproof
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Sensors Odometer Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, solar charging, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection
Notifications - Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Type Monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution 175 x 175 pixels 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection - Power Glass
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Type Push buttons Push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Case Size - 45 mm
Case Shape Circular Round
Case Details - Mist grey | Graphite
BAND Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Band Type - Band
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 135-230 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
STORAGE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Storage Capacity - 32 MB
BATTERY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 30 hours -
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 30 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)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 370 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 48 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX7 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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