Garmin fēnix 6S Solar vs. Garmin Approach S20

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Solar and Garmin Approach S20. 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 fēnix 6S Solar vs. Garmin Approach S20 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 42 mm -
Height 42 mm -
Depth 14.2 mm -
Weight 60 g -
Body Details - Sensor: 13 mm x 27 mm 9 g
Body Material Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer -
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Sensors Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format Sunlight readable, Garmin Connect compatible, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls Applications
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 128 x 128 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Power Glass -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Type Touch buttons Single push-button
CASE Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Case Size 42 mm -
Crystal Type - Chemically strengthened glass
Case Shape Round Rounded square
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back Metal -
Case Details Silver -
BAND Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Band Type Band Strap
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 108-182 mm -
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black Black
STORAGE Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Storage Capacity 64 MB 64 MB
BATTERY Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 59 day(s) 56 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days
Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 10.5 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 59 days
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 64 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days
Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 26 days
Smartwatch mode - up to 56 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin fēnix 6S Solar Garmin Approach S20
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Garmin Pay Calendar, Time, Alarm Clock
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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