Garmin Approach S20 vs. Garmin Forerunner 30

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Approach S20 and Garmin Forerunner 30. 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. Garmin Forerunner 30 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf Running, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width - 35.5 mm
Height - 40.7 mm
Depth - 13.4 mm
Weight - 37.3 g
Body Details Sensor: 13 mm x 27 mm 9 g -
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Garmin Connect compatible, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap
Notifications Applications -
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels 128 x 128 pixels
Screen Size - 0.93"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Type Single push-button -
CASE Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass Chemically strengthened glass
Case Shape Rounded square Rounded square
Case Details - Black
BAND Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Band Type Strap Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 140-200 mm
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black Slate grey
STORAGE Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Storage Capacity 64 MB -
BATTERY Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 56 day(s) 5 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 56 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S20 Garmin Forerunner 30
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Time, Alarm Clock Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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