Apple Watch vs Garmin Swim 2
Design:
Apple Watch
Design
Are you in search of a watch that will help track the activities that you do in a day? Not only the activities but will also keep in check your health and will help you stay connected to the people you love and all that with only one device. Yes, that is right! Because apple's new watch series 1 is here to make that magic happen. It has a variety of features one can take advantage of and will keep you connected. The material used for this apple watch Series 1 is a glass front. It has a composite plastic black and an aluminum frame. Available in a variety of colors i.e. Silver, gold, space gray, or rose gold anodized aluminum. 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:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Waterproof
Max Temperature
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Screen protection
Battery Life
Charging Time
Apple Watch
Specifications
Apple Series 1 have screen size is 1.566” (40 mm) diagonal. Equipped with a touch screen, the Series 1 has a resolution of 272x340 resolution and 312x390 resolution. The total weight of this product is 30 g (1.06 oz.). Also, Series 1 is water-resistant and splash-proof. So, although they will easily resist water, but submerging them in water won’t be a good choice. The operating temperature range from 32 ° to 95° F. with a replaceable watch band one can easily pair the band with the outfit color. The battery life of series 1 is around 18 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
Activity Tracking:
Are you in search of a watch that will help track the activities that you do in a day? Not only the activities but will also keep in check your health and will help you stay connected to the people you love and all that with only one device. Yes, that is right! Because apple's new watch series 1 is here to make that magic happen. It has a variety of features one can take advantage of and will keep you connected. The material used for this apple watch Series 1 is a glass front. It has a composite plastic black and an aluminum frame. Available in a variety of colors i.e. Silver, gold, space gray, or rose gold anodized aluminum. 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
Compatibility & Connectivity
The Series 1 holds many specifications. The screen size is 1.566” (40 mm) diagonal. Equipped with a touch screen, the Series 1 has a resolution of 272x340 resolution and 312x390 resolution. The total weight of this product is 30 g (1.06 oz.). Also, Series 1 is water-resistant and splash-proof. So, although they will easily resist water, but submerging them in water won’t be a good choice. The operating temperature range from 32 ° to 95° F. with a replaceable watch band one can easily pair the band with the outfit color. The battery life of series 1 is around 18 hours. 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 Pros
- Attractive design
- A secure and comfortable design
- Siri can be sued
- Has various features
- Memory is around 8GB which works great
- A variety is available in changing the straps.
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 Cones
- Only compatible with iPhone.
- Only 18hrs of battery life
- No in-built GPS.
- Not waterproof
Garmin Swim 2 Cones
- Expensive
- Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
- Fewer smartwatch features
- Size looks huge
Design:
Apple Watch
Design
Are you in search of a watch that will help track the activities that you do in a day? Not only the activities but will also keep in check your health and will help you stay connected to the people you love and all that with only one device. Yes, that is right! Because apple's new watch series 1 is here to make that magic happen. It has a variety of features one can take advantage of and will keep you connected. The material used for this apple watch Series 1 is a glass front. It has a composite plastic black and an aluminum frame. Available in a variety of colors i.e. Silver, gold, space gray, or rose gold anodized aluminum. 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:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Max Temperature
Waterproof
Screen protection
Battery Life
Apple Watch
Specifications
Apple Series 1 have screen size is 1.566” (40 mm) diagonal. Equipped with a touch screen, the Series 1 has a resolution of 272x340 resolution and 312x390 resolution. The total weight of this product is 30 g (1.06 oz.). Also, Series 1 is water-resistant and splash-proof. So, although they will easily resist water, but submerging them in water won’t be a good choice. The operating temperature range from 32 ° to 95° F. with a replaceable watch band one can easily pair the band with the outfit color. The battery life of series 1 is around 18 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:
Charging Time
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
Activity Tracking:
Are you in search of a watch that will help track the activities that you do in a day? Not only the activities but will also keep in check your health and will help you stay connected to the people you love and all that with only one device. Yes, that is right! Because apple's new watch series 1 is here to make that magic happen. It has a variety of features one can take advantage of and will keep you connected. The material used for this apple watch Series 1 is a glass front. It has a composite plastic black and an aluminum frame. Available in a variety of colors i.e. Silver, gold, space gray, or rose gold anodized aluminum. 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
Compatibility & Connectivity
The Series 1 holds many specifications. The screen size is 1.566” (40 mm) diagonal. Equipped with a touch screen, the Series 1 has a resolution of 272x340 resolution and 312x390 resolution. The total weight of this product is 30 g (1.06 oz.). Also, Series 1 is water-resistant and splash-proof. So, although they will easily resist water, but submerging them in water won’t be a good choice. The operating temperature range from 32 ° to 95° F. with a replaceable watch band one can easily pair the band with the outfit color. The battery life of series 1 is around 18 hours. 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 Pros
- Attractive design
- A secure and comfortable design
- Siri can be sued
- Has various features
- Memory is around 8GB which works great
- A variety is available in changing the straps.
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 Cones
- Only compatible with iPhone.
- Only 18hrs of battery life
- No in-built GPS.
- Not waterproof
Garmin Swim 2 Cones
- Expensive
- Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
- Fewer smartwatch features
- Size looks huge