Garmin Swim 2 vs. Polar Grit X

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Swim 2 and Polar Grit X. 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 Swim 2 vs. Polar Grit X Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, cycling Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 42 mm -
Height 42 mm -
Depth 11.4 mm -
Weight 36 g -
Body Details - With band: 64 g
Case only: 44 g
Body Material - Stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, swimming metrics Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, pace, sleep stages, cadence, running power, swimming metrics, running index
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, TrueUp, Body Battery Fitness test, VO2 max, inactivity alert, alarm, Serene (breathing exercise), weather information, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide, FuelWise smart fueling assistant, Hill Splitter, Route guidance, Route planning with Komoot, Energy sources
Notifications SMS, social apps, incoming calls SMS, Email, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Colour
Resolution 208 x 208 pixels 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size 1.04" 1.2"
Screen Protection Chemically strengthened glass Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Case Size 42 mm -
Crystal Type - Laminated Corning Gorilla Glass
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Stainless steel
Case Details Slate White/silver | Black DLC | Silver
BAND Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Band Type Band Band
Band Size - S
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 129-197 mm 130-190 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Slate White | Black | Green
BATTERY Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Capacity - 346 mAh
Battery Life - 7 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
GPS mode - up to 13 hour(s)
Pool and OHR mode - up to 72 hour(s)
Watch mode - up to 7 days
Training mode - up to 40 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Swim 2 Polar Grit X
Included Accessories Charging cable USB charging cable
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 50 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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