Suunto 3 vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Suunto 3 and Garmin Approach S12. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Suunto 3 vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, cycling Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43 mm 43.7 mm
Height 43 mm 43.7 mm
Depth - 11.5 mm
Weight 36 g 34.1 g
Body Material ABS case -
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours Light gold, pebble white -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, cadence, stress level, lap time Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Modes Exercise mode -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features GPS via mobile, sunrise/sunset times, weather information Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS receiver
Keypad Lock Yes -
CONNECTIVITY Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth
DISPLAY Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Type LED - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution 218 x 218 pixels 176 x 176 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
CASE Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Crystal Type Polyamide -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Details Slate grey | Slate grey/copper | Moss grey | Granite red | Black Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Band Type Strap Strap
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 120-210 mm 125-202 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Slate grey | Moss grey | Granite red | Black Slate grey
STORAGE Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity - 125 MB
BATTERY Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 5 day(s) 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details Training mode/GPS off - up to 40 hour(s)
Training mode/GPS on - up to 30 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Standby Time 10 days -
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Suunto 3 Garmin Approach S12
Included Accessories USB charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Alarm Clock -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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