Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Xplora 3S. 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | RTOS |
Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 45 mm | 42 mm |
Height | 45 mm | 56.5 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 14.2 mm |
Weight | 42 g | 50 g |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | Sky blue |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, G-sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Distance, steps taken |
Goal Setting | 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 | Answering a call, making a call, SOS button, realtime location tracking, Safezone alarms |
Notifications | - | SMS |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | GPS receiver |
CELLULAR | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Technology | - | GSM |
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Messaging Services | - | SMS |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Wireless Interface | - | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | IPS - colour |
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Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | 240 x 240 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.23" | 1.33" |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Case Shape | Round | - |
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BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Band Type | Strap | - |
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Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | Grey | - |
CAMERA | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Sensor Resolution | - | 0.3 Megapixel |
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STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Storage Capacity | - | 160 MB |
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CPU | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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CPU Type | - | MT2503A/E |
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BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Capacity | - | 520 mAh |
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Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
Talk time - up to 5 hour(s) |
Standby Time | - | 72 h |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Xplora 3S |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | - |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | Camera, Photo Gallery |
Compliant Standards | - | IP67 |
SAR Value | - | 0.43 W/kg, 0.87 W/kg, 0.25 W/kg |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 1 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |