Apple Watch Series 6 vs Garmin Swim 2

Design:

Apple Watch Series 6
Design

Apple watch series 6 is here to deliver some notable improvements that were not available in the previous series. There is a great difference in hardware improvement in this series. Has a very fast system in package s6. There is an always-on display featuring an altimeter which also has an always-on feature. A beautiful color line-up has been introduced in this series. The material is very intricate and features a pretty palette of new case finishes and bands. There are two faces of series 6 i.e. aluminum and stainless steel. The aluminum watch face features these pretty colors i.e. Blue, Red Space Gray, Silver, and Gold. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Design

Garmin Swim 2 is the swimming smartwatch that swimmers need. It has the capability to track various features like the stroke count, SWOLF, and all other features that can be used inside the pool and even the outside environment. It has the no strap version available therefore users can see the heart rate on their wrists too. The lens of the smartwatch is made by using chemically strengthened glass and the strap material is made of silicone. Garmin Swim 2 is available in these three amazing colored versions i.e. Whitestone, slate, and the slate with HRM-Swim. Read More

Specifications:

1.78"

Screen Size

1.04"

Touch Screen

368 x 448px

Resolution

208 x 208px
36.5g

Weight

36g

Waterproof

Max Temperature

Min Temperature

Replaceable Band

Band Width

Screen protection

18

Battery Life

168
2.5h

Charging Time

Apple Watch Series 6
Specifications

The apple watch series 6 has a screen size of 1.78 inches with a Retina LTP OLED display. Along with a touch screen, it has an always-on display that will help user to get an insight into their activities. The resolution Apple Watch Series 6 offers is 448 x 368 pixels (~326 ppi density). The total weight of this product is around 47.1g (1.66 oz.). Also, it’s water resistant and therefore can withhold the water depth upto 50m. The maximum operating temperature range for Apple series 6 ranges from 32° to 95°F. It has acquired protection from sapphire crystal glass which keeps it safe from any damage. It has a battery life of up to 14 hours. Read Full Specs

Garmin Swim 2
Specifications

The Garmin Swim 2 has various specifications like the screen size of the product is around 1.04" (26.3 mm) in diameter. Similarly, there is no touchscreen available but it has a very rich display with more data points. The screen resolution of forerunner 610 is 128 x 128 pixels. The total weight of this product is around 36g. Also, it’s waterproof and has a depth rating of up to 5ATM. The maximum operating temperature of the product is around -20 c to 60°c. The battery lasts up to 7 days in smartwatch mode and with GPS it will last up to 13 hours. Read Full Specs

Activity Tracking:

GPS Tracking

Route Tracking

Heart Rate Monitoring

Blood Oxygenation

Activity Detection

Distance Tracking

Step Tracking

Elevation Tracking

Bike Ccadence Monitoring

Sleep Tracking

Calories Intake Tracking

Calories Burned Tracking

Weight Tracking

Water Intake Tracking

Body Temperature

Sport Activities Tracking

Apple Watch Series 6
Activity Tracking:

There are various tracking features that series 6 offers like the in-built GPS. Similarly, it has a route tracker that will track all the route activities. A heart rate monitor will monitor the heart rate. It will monitor the blood oxygenation level. It will track the distance, and the steps taken in a day and will track the elevation user crossed in a day. The cadence sensor will calculate the average cadences in a day. The sleep tracker will help keep a track of sleep and the user can view their sleep history and the types of sleep they get in a day. It has a multi-sports mode available. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Activity Tracking:

The tracking features of Garmin Swim 2 include the availability of GPS which shows precise tracking. There is a route tracker available that help tracks the route of the user. These series withhold a heart rate monitor so it will be able to measure the blood oxygenation levels. It also detects the activities automatically and therefore tracks the distance, the elevation crossed in a day and the steps taken in a day too. There are various other features like auto-pause, interval training, and auto-lap along with other swimming profiles. The calorie and weight intake will help the user keep a track of their weight. Read More

Compatibility & Connectivity

Android Compatibilty

IOS Compatibilty

Mac OS Compatibility

Syncs Wirelessly

Automatic Syncing

Wi-Fi Module

Cellular Module

Call Control

Sport Activities Tracking

Camera Remote Control

Apple Watch Series 6
Compatibility & Connectivity

Apple Watch Series 6 is compatible with iPhone devices. The range of iPhone devices should be from iPhone 6 or above. It can sync wirelessly and support Wi-Fi. Also, there is a cellular mode installed that the user can use. Users can receive calls by using their watch and can receive all the important notifications and alerts to not miss any calls and notifications. Provides call control so user can receive their calls during exercise and talk using the built-in microphone. The device doesn't have a camera but has a camera app available. By setting the camera timer on the watch, users can take a picture on their phones. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Compatibility & Connectivity

The Garmin Swim 2 is compatible with both modern android and iPhone devices. It also stays compatible with the iPad and iPod touch. Users can connect it to their computers using USB ports. Similarly, for mac, it's also compatible and will connect with Mac OS 10.4 and above. It will sync the data wirelessly using the Garmin connect app. Also, it provides a connectivity option with the Garmin training center. There is the availability of a microphone and a speaker that will help the user make calls and respond to any notification etc. There is no built-in camera control function available therefore users will need their phone sidewise. Read More

Bottom Line

Apple Watch Series 6 Pros

  • Monitor the blood oxygenation level
  • A vibrant color casing
  • An always on display
  • Tracks sleep well
  • Good charging speed
  • Always-on altimeter available

Garmin Swim 2 Pros

  • Swimming features
  • Light-weight
  • Easy to wear
  • GPS for open water swim
  • Wrist-based HR monitor
  • Swim profiles available

Apple Watch Series 6 Cones

  • The battery life is still not improved
  • Sleep and oxygen level are not tracked precisely
  • No third-party watch faces can be used
  • No Android support.

Garmin Swim 2 Cones

  • Expensive
  • Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
  • Fewer smartwatch features
  • Size looks huge

Design:

Apple Watch Series 6
Design

Apple watch series 6 is here to deliver some notable improvements that were not available in the previous series. There is a great difference in hardware improvement in this series. Has a very fast system in package s6. There is an always-on display featuring an altimeter which also has an always-on feature. A beautiful color line-up has been introduced in this series. The material is very intricate and features a pretty palette of new case finishes and bands. There are two faces of series 6 i.e. aluminum and stainless steel. The aluminum watch face features these pretty colors i.e. Blue, Red Space Gray, Silver, and Gold. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Design

Garmin Swim 2 is the swimming smartwatch that swimmers need. It has the capability to track various features like the stroke count, SWOLF, and all other features that can be used inside the pool and even the outside environment. It has the no strap version available therefore users can see the heart rate on their wrists too. The lens of the smartwatch is made by using chemically strengthened glass and the strap material is made of silicone. Garmin Swim 2 is available in these three amazing colored versions i.e. Whitestone, slate, and the slate with HRM-Swim. Read More

Specifications:

1.78""

Screen Size

1.04""

Touch Screen

368 x 448px

Resolution

208 x 208px
36.5gg

Weight

36gg

Min Temperature

Replaceable Band

mm

Band Width

mm

Max Temperature

Waterproof

Screen protection

18h

Battery Life

168h

Apple Watch Series 6
Specifications

The apple watch series 6 has a screen size of 1.78 inches with a Retina LTP OLED display. Along with a touch screen, it has an always-on display that will help user to get an insight into their activities. The resolution Apple Watch Series 6 offers is 448 x 368 pixels (~326 ppi density). The total weight of this product is around 47.1g (1.66 oz.). Also, it’s water resistant and therefore can withhold the water depth upto 50m. The maximum operating temperature range for Apple series 6 ranges from 32° to 95°F. It has acquired protection from sapphire crystal glass which keeps it safe from any damage. It has a battery life of up to 14 hours. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Specifications

The Garmin Swim 2 has various specifications like the screen size of the product is around 1.04" (26.3 mm) in diameter. Similarly, there is no touchscreen available but it has a very rich display with more data points. The screen resolution of forerunner 610 is 128 x 128 pixels. The total weight of this product is around 36g. Also, it’s waterproof and has a depth rating of up to 5ATM. The maximum operating temperature of the product is around -20 c to 60°c. The battery lasts up to 7 days in smartwatch mode and with GPS it will last up to 13 hours. Read More

Activity Tracking:

2.5hh

Charging Time

h

GPS Tracking

Route Tracking

Heart Rate Monitoring

Blood Oxygenation

Activity Detection

Distance Tracking

Step Tracking

Elevation Tracking

Bike Ccadence Monitoring

Sleep Tracking

Calories Intake Tracking

Calories Burned Tracking

Weight Tracking

Water Intake Tracking

Body Temperature

Sport Activities Tracking

Apple Watch Series 6
Activity Tracking:

There are various tracking features that series 6 offers like the in-built GPS. Similarly, it has a route tracker that will track all the route activities. A heart rate monitor will monitor the heart rate. It will monitor the blood oxygenation level. It will track the distance, and the steps taken in a day and will track the elevation user crossed in a day. The cadence sensor will calculate the average cadences in a day. The sleep tracker will help keep a track of sleep and the user can view their sleep history and the types of sleep they get in a day. It has a multi-sports mode available. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Activity Tracking:

The tracking features of Garmin Swim 2 include the availability of GPS which shows precise tracking. There is a route tracker available that help tracks the route of the user. These series withhold a heart rate monitor so it will be able to measure the blood oxygenation levels. It also detects the activities automatically and therefore tracks the distance, the elevation crossed in a day and the steps taken in a day too. There are various other features like auto-pause, interval training, and auto-lap along with other swimming profiles. The calorie and weight intake will help the user keep a track of their weight. Read More

Compatibility & Connectivity

Android Compatibilty

Mac OS Compatibility

Syncs Wirelessly

Automatic Syncing

Wi-Fi Module

Cellular Module

Call Control

Sport Activities Tracking

Apple Watch Series 6
Compatibility & Connectivity

Apple Watch Series 6 is compatible with iPhone devices. The range of iPhone devices should be from iPhone 6 or above. It can sync wirelessly and support Wi-Fi. Also, there is a cellular mode installed that the user can use. Users can receive calls by using their watch and can receive all the important notifications and alerts to not miss any calls and notifications. Provides call control so user can receive their calls during exercise and talk using the built-in microphone. The device doesn't have a camera but has a camera app available. By setting the camera timer on the watch, users can take a picture on their phones. Read More

Garmin Swim 2
Compatibility & Connectivity

The Garmin Swim 2 is compatible with both modern android and iPhone devices. It also stays compatible with the iPad and iPod touch. Users can connect it to their computers using USB ports. Similarly, for mac, it's also compatible and will connect with Mac OS 10.4 and above. It will sync the data wirelessly using the Garmin connect app. Also, it provides a connectivity option with the Garmin training center. There is the availability of a microphone and a speaker that will help the user make calls and respond to any notification etc. There is no built-in camera control function available therefore users will need their phone sidewise. Read More

Bottom Line

Apple Watch Series 6 Pros

  • Monitor the blood oxygenation level
  • A vibrant color casing
  • An always on display
  • Tracks sleep well
  • Good charging speed
  • Always-on altimeter available

Garmin Swim 2 Pros

  • Swimming features
  • Light-weight
  • Easy to wear
  • GPS for open water swim
  • Wrist-based HR monitor
  • Swim profiles available

Apple Watch Series 6 Cones

  • The battery life is still not improved
  • Sleep and oxygen level are not tracked precisely
  • No third-party watch faces can be used
  • No Android support.

Garmin Swim 2 Cones

  • Expensive
  • Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
  • Fewer smartwatch features
  • Size looks huge