Garmin Approach S12 vs. Garmin Tactix 7

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Garmin Tactix 7. 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. Garmin Tactix 7 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43.7 mm 51 mm
Height 43.7 mm 51 mm
Depth 11.5 mm 14.9 mm
Weight 34.1 g 61 g
Body Material - Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, temperature, hydration, recovery time, hunt activity
Modes - Night vision mode, stealth mode, jumpmaster mode
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses Find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, multiple time zones, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, Group LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, PacePro pace guidance, solar charging, music playback control, weather information, kill switch, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 176 x 176 pixels 280 x 280 pixels
Screen Size - 1.4"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Screen Protection - Power Sapphire
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Type - Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Titanium
Case Details Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue Black DLC
BAND Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Band Type Strap Band
Band Width - 26 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm 135-213 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Nylon
Band Colour Slate grey Black
STORAGE Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Storage Capacity 125 MB 32 GB
BATTERY Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 70 day(s) 28 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days
Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 37 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 90 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 1 year
GPS mode - up to 89 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 122 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 63 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode (with solar) - up to 77 hour(s)
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 16 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 213 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 578 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 62 days
Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 139 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S12 Garmin Tactix 7
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Black silicon band, charging/data cable
Preloaded Software - Stopwatch, Data, Time, Alarm Clock, Timer, Garmion Connect IQ
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD-810
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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