Garmin Approach S12 vs. Fitbit Sense 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Fitbit Sense 2. 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

Garmin Approach S12 vs. Fitbit Sense 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later, iOS 14 or later
Activity/Sport Golf Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43.7 mm 40.5 mm
Height 43.7 mm 40.5 mm
Depth 11.5 mm 12.3 mm
Weight 34.1 g -
Body Material - Aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Sensors Accelerometer Ambient light sensor, altimeter, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor, vibration motor, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, active time, menstrual cycle, breathing rate, temperature, sleep quality score, blood glucose
Modes - 40+ sports modes
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses Find phone function, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function, Active Zone Minutes, HRV index, Sleep Score, Sleep Profile, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, all day body response tracking, cardio fitness score
Notifications - SMS, applications, high and low heart rate, calls, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GLONASS receiver
Payment Technology - FitBit Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Alexa built-in
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Colour
Resolution 176 x 176 pixels -
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Type - Touch sensitive screen, push button
CASE Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Case Shape Round Square
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue Platinum aluminum
BAND Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Band Type Strap Band
Band Size - S
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm 129-175 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Slate grey Lunar white
STORAGE Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Storage Capacity 125 MB -
BATTERY Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Life 70 day(s) 6 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 5 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
Recharge Time - 2 hours
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S12 Fitbit Sense 2
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging cable, 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, wristband (158 - 209 mm)
Preloaded Software - Alarm, FitBit Pay
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -10 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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