In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition and Garmin Approach G12. 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.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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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, running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, surfing, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding, tactical, bouldering | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Clothing |
Width | 47 mm | 45.8 mm |
Height | 47 mm | 51.3 mm |
Depth | 15.1 mm | 12.4 mm |
Weight | 62 g | 25.1 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | - |
Clock Display | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor | Odometer |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data |
Goal Setting | Yes | - |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | - |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | - |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Monochrome |
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Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 175 x 175 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | Power Glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Case Size | 47 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Circular |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Black | Mineral blue titanium | Titanium carbon grey DLC | - |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Band Type | Band | - |
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Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | - |
Clasp Type | Buckle | - |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | Slate grey | Whitestone | - |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 80 day(s) | 30 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 80 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 93 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 40 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 36 days GPS with Music mode - up to 10 hour(s) |
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 Pro Solar Edition | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | - |
Compliant Standards | - | IEC 60529 IPX7 |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | - |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |