Polar M430 vs. Garmin vívomove HR Sport

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar M430 and Garmin vívomove HR Sport. 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 M430 vs. Garmin vívomove HR Sport Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width - 43 mm
Height - 43 mm
Depth 12 mm 11.6 mm
Weight 51 g 40.8 g
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Colours White | Orange | Black | Blue | Grey -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Altimeter, VO2 max, 3-axis accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, stress level
Watch Movement - Quartz
Goal Setting Yes -
Features Fitness test Music remote handling, strength training guidance, camera remote control, Bluetooth Smart technology, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible
Notifications Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) GPS/A-GPS receiver -
CONNECTIVITY Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
Connectors USB -
DISPLAY Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Type LCD - monochrome LCD - monochrome
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels -
INPUT DEVICE Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Type Push buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Case Details - Black | Rose gold
BAND Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Band Type - Sport band
Band Size S L
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 148-215 mm
Changeable - Yes
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour - Black | White
BATTERY Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 240 mAh -
Battery Life 8 hours 5 day(s)
Battery Life Details Watch mode - up to 14 days
Training mode - up to 5 days
Training mode (GPS and wrist-based heart rate) - up to 8 hour(s)
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Standby Time 14 days -
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Polar M430 Garmin vívomove HR Sport
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Preloaded Software - VO2 Max, Fitness Age
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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