Garmin Approach S20 vs. Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Approach S20 and Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular). 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

Garmin Approach S20 vs. Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS 7
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS 14 or later
Activity/Sport Golf -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Body Details Sensor: 13 mm x 27 mm 9 g Case only: 41.3 g
Body Material - Titanium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, ECG
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Garmin Connect compatible, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts, Family Setup support
Notifications Applications Calendar
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GNSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels 368 x 448 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Screen Protection - Sapphire glass
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Type Single push-button Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Case Size - 44 mm
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Rounded square Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details - Space black titanium | Titanium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Band Type Strap Leather link
Band Size - S/M
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 140-180 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Magnetic closure
Band Material Silicone Roux Granada leather
Band Colour Black Black | Baltic blue | Charcoal | Inverness green | Atlantic blue
STORAGE Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Storage Capacity 64 MB 32 GB
CPU Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S6
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip
BATTERY Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 56 day(s) 18 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 56 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
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Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S20 Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Power adapter, magnetic charging cable, dark grey sport band M/L
Preloaded Software Calendar, Time, Alarm Clock Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.97 W/kg (head), 0.3 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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