Xplora 3S vs. Garmin Approach S12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Xplora 3S 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

Xplora 3S vs. Garmin Approach S12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System RTOS -
Supported Host Device OS - iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 42 mm 43.7 mm
Height 56.5 mm 43.7 mm
Depth 14.2 mm 11.5 mm
Weight 50 g 34.1 g
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours Sky blue -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Sensors Accelerometer, G-sensor Accelerometer
Tracking Data Distance, steps taken Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Answering a call, making a call, SOS button, realtime location tracking, Safezone alarms Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses
Notifications SMS -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS receiver
CELLULAR Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Technology GSM -
Messaging Services SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Wireless Interface Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Type IPS - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 176 x 176 pixels
Screen Size 1.33" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
INPUT DEVICE Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Case Shape - Round
Case Details - Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue
BAND Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Band Type - Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 125-202 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour - Slate grey
CAMERA Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Sensor Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
STORAGE Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Storage Capacity 160 MB 125 MB
CPU Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
CPU Type MT2503A/E -
BATTERY Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 520 mAh -
Battery Life - 70 day(s)
Battery Life Details Talk time - up to 5 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Standby Time 72 h -
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Xplora 3S Garmin Approach S12
Included Accessories - Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Camera, Photo Gallery -
Compliant Standards IP67 -
SAR Value 0.43 W/kg, 0.87 W/kg, 0.25 W/kg -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 1 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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