In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Garmin fēnix 5S Plus. 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 Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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| Supported Host Device OS | - | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | Multisport |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Width | 45 mm | 42 mm |
| Height | 45 mm | 42 mm |
| Depth | 11.7 mm | 15.4 mm |
| Weight | 42 g | 65 g |
| Body Material | - | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
| Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | - |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, temperature |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Find phone function, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions | Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits, dual grid coordinates format |
| Notifications | - | Calendar, SMS, Email |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
| Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Wireless Interface | - | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT |
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| Bluetooth Profiles | - | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) |
| DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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| Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.23" | 1.2" |
| Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Sapphire glass |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Case Size | - | 42 mm |
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| Crystal Type | - | Domed sapphire crystal |
| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Bezel | - | Stainless steel |
| Case Details | - | White | Rose gold | Silver |
| BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Band Type | Strap | Band |
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| Band Width | - | 20 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 145-217 mm |
| Changeable | - | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | Grey | White | Black | Sea foam |
| STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Storage Capacity | - | 16 GB |
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| BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | - | 7 day(s) |
| Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 4.5 hour(s) UltraTrac mode - up to 25 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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| Preloaded Software | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |
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