Polar Ignite vs. Garmin Forerunner 30

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar Ignite and Garmin Forerunner 30. 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

Polar Ignite vs. Garmin Forerunner 30 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Running, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43 mm 35.5 mm
Height 43 mm 40.7 mm
Depth 8.5 mm 13.4 mm
Weight 35 g 37.3 g
Body Material Fibreglass reinforced polymer -
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Accelerometer, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, running cadence Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features HRmax, idle alert, HR zones VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls -
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Type TFT - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution 240 x 204 pixels 128 x 128 pixels
Screen Size 1.5" 0.93"
Dimensions (WxH) - 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm
Screen Protection Dragontrail glass -
INPUT DEVICE Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Type Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons -
CASE Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Crystal Type - Chemically strengthened glass
Case Shape Round Rounded square
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Details Glass fibre reinforced polymer | Rose gold | Black | Copper Black
BAND Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Band Type Band Strap
Band Size S -
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-186 mm 140-200 mm
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) Silicone
Band Colour Black | Pink | White | Yellow Slate grey
BATTERY Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Technology Lithium polymer -
Capacity 165 mAh -
Battery Life 5 day(s) 5 day(s)
Battery Life Details Training mode - up to 17 hour(s)
Watch mode - up to 5 days
GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Ignite Garmin Forerunner 30
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging cable
Preloaded Software - Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 50 m
Warranty 2-year warranty 2-year warranty
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