Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S42 and Garmin fēnix 7S 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Golf | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 43.4 mm | - |
Height | 43.4 mm | - |
Depth | 11.7 mm | - |
Weight | 43 g | - |
Body Details | - | With band: 63 g Case only: 47 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro sensor | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance, temperature |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, solar charging, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor |
Notifications | Calendar, incoming calls, applications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, high and low heart rate |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
Screen Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Case Size | - | 42 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Metal | Stainless steel |
Case Back | - | Metal |
Case Details | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold | Rose gold | Slate grey |
BAND | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | - | 20 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-202 mm | 108-182 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | White | Light sand | Light sand | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 16 GB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 10 day(s) | - |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 15 hours |
Smartwatch mode - up to 11 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 14 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 38 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 87 days GPS mode - up to 37 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 46 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 26 hours All satellite systems mode (with solar) - up to 30 hours All satellite systems with music mode - up to 7 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 90 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 162 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 26 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 43 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach S42 | Garmin fēnix 7S Solar |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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SAR Value | - | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.32 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |