Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Venu 2S and Garmin Approach S12. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | Golf, running, ski, cycling, hiking, indoor running, indoor cycling, pool swimming, yoga, snowboarding, stepper, strength training, cardio training, treadmill, elliptical, rower, stand up paddleboarding, bouldering, indoor climbing | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 40.4 mm | 43.7 mm |
Height | 40.4 mm | 43.7 mm |
Depth | 12.1 mm | 11.5 mm |
Weight | 38.2 g | 34.1 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope | Accelerometer |
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Tracking Data | Distance, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, swing data, stress level, respiratory rate, menstrual cycle, hydration | Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, HR zones, digital scorecard, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, alarm, Find my Device, breathing training function, store & play music, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, music playback control, weather information | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses |
Notifications | Calendar, applications | - |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Type | AMOLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome |
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Resolution | 360 x 360 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.1" | - |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | - |
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CASE | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Case Size | 40 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Silver stainless steel | - |
Case Details | Light gold | Mist grey | Graphite | White | Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue |
BAND | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Band Width | 18 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 110-175 mm | 125-202 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Light sand | Mist grey | White | Slate grey |
STORAGE | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Storage Capacity | - | 125 MB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 11 day(s) | 70 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days GPS mode - up to 19 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 7 hour(s) Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 11 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Venu 2S | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |