Garmin Forerunner 30 vs. Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 30 and Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Forerunner 30 vs. Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, cycling Running, trekking, walking, indoor cycling, pool swimming, open water swimming, treadmill, cricket, trail running, freestyle, outdoor cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 35.5 mm -
Height 40.7 mm -
Depth 13.4 mm -
Weight 37.3 g -
Body Details - Case only: 21 g
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, barometric altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence Distance, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, breath
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap Find phone function, flashlight, idle alert, alarm, music playback control, weather information
Notifications - SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver A-GPS/GPS/GLONASS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective TFT - colour
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels 320 x 320 pixels
Screen Size 0.93" 1.4"
Dimensions (WxH) 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm -
Pixel Density - 323 ppi
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Rounded square Square
Case Details Black Black | Navy blue | Ivory
BAND Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Band Type Strap Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-200 mm -
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone TPU
Band Colour Slate grey Black | Navy blue | Ivory
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Capacity - 230 mAh
Battery Life 5 day(s) -
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
Typical usage - up to 9 days
GPS mode - up to 10 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Recharge Time - 2 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 30 Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
Included Accessories Charging cable Charging cradle
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty 2-year warranty 2-year warranty
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