Fitbit Alta HR vs Garmin Swim 2

Design:

Fitbit Alta HR
Design

For the users who complained about not having a heart rate sensor in the Alta version, this Fitbit Alta hr is for them. Although both will look the same but there are special characteristics about both of these versions that set them apart. So, move to the beat and enjoy this Fitbit Alta hr that will track your activity using its slim display. Will also keep you updated so you don't miss any important updates. Available in these prettiest colors i.e. Black, Steel Blue Gray, Steel Fuchsia, Steel Coral, Steel Black / Gunmetal, and special addition Steel Soft Pink / 22k Rose Gold Plated. 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

1.04"

Touch Screen

Resolution

208 x 208px

Weight

36g

Waterproof

Max Temperature

Min Temperature

Replaceable Band

Band Width

Screen protection

168

Battery Life

168

Charging Time

Fitbit Alta HR
Specifications

Fitbit Alta HR is equipped with an OLED single-point touchscreen. The screen size is around 1.4 inches. The device dimensions are 35.8mm x 15.2mm x 10mm. the resolution is of 36×128px.95ppi which works great based on the screen size. The total weight of the product is only around 23g which makes it very easy to wear. Although it’s not water-resistant, therefore one needs to take it off before a shower or a swim, but still its anti-splash. The maximum operating temperature range is from 14° to 113° F. with a replaceable watch band, it has a battery life of around seven plus days and took less than two hours to charge only. 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

Fitbit Alta HR
Activity Tracking:

Fitbit Alta hr isn’t equipped with a built-in GPS, but the phone can be used for GPS. It has a heart rate tracker that will monitor your heart health at all times. It will monitor your blood oxygenation levels. It can detect the activity automatically like the steps taken in a day, the distance traveled, and even the calorie burned. It will calculate the time in which you were active throughout the day. Also, with the sleep tracker, it will analyze the type of sleep users went through. Also one can manually add their water and food intake so one can easily track their weight and their lifestyle activities. 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

Fitbit Alta HR
Compatibility & Connectivity

The compatibility of Fitbit Alta HR is with both android and iPhone devices. For iPhone users, iOS should be iOS 14 or above and similarly, for android users, it should be android 9 or above. It can sync wirelessly all the data to computers, android, and even Windows and iOS devices. Also, provide connectivity to Bluetooth 4.0. Also, the synchronization range goes upto 6metres. To set up the Fitbit Alta HR, there will be a need of installing the Fitbit app on android, tablet, or iPhone. This way one will be able to use their Fitbit easily. 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

Fitbit Alta HR Pros

  • Long-lasting battery life
  • Works as a great sleep tracker
  • Slim and intricate design
  • Easy to wear than be it 24/7
  • Many band options to choose from

Garmin Swim 2 Pros

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

Fitbit Alta HR Cones

  • The screen gets a bit unresponsive sometimes
  • Buckle can be a bit flimsy
  • No in-built GPS
  • No altimeter

Garmin Swim 2 Cones

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

Design:

Fitbit Alta HR
Design

For the users who complained about not having a heart rate sensor in the Alta version, this Fitbit Alta hr is for them. Although both will look the same but there are special characteristics about both of these versions that set them apart. So, move to the beat and enjoy this Fitbit Alta hr that will track your activity using its slim display. Will also keep you updated so you don't miss any important updates. Available in these prettiest colors i.e. Black, Steel Blue Gray, Steel Fuchsia, Steel Coral, Steel Black / Gunmetal, and special addition Steel Soft Pink / 22k Rose Gold Plated. 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

1.04""

Touch Screen

Resolution

208 x 208px
g

Weight

36gg

Min Temperature

Replaceable Band

mm

Band Width

mm

Max Temperature

Waterproof

Screen protection

168h

Battery Life

168h

Fitbit Alta HR
Specifications

Fitbit Alta HR is equipped with an OLED single-point touchscreen. The screen size is around 1.4 inches. The device dimensions are 35.8mm x 15.2mm x 10mm. the resolution is of 36×128px.95ppi which works great based on the screen size. The total weight of the product is only around 23g which makes it very easy to wear. Although it’s not water-resistant, therefore one needs to take it off before a shower or a swim, but still its anti-splash. The maximum operating temperature range is from 14° to 113° F. with a replaceable watch band, it has a battery life of around seven plus days and took less than two hours to charge only. 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:

h

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

Fitbit Alta HR
Activity Tracking:

Fitbit Alta hr isn’t equipped with a built-in GPS, but the phone can be used for GPS. It has a heart rate tracker that will monitor your heart health at all times. It will monitor your blood oxygenation levels. It can detect the activity automatically like the steps taken in a day, the distance traveled, and even the calorie burned. It will calculate the time in which you were active throughout the day. Also, with the sleep tracker, it will analyze the type of sleep users went through. Also one can manually add their water and food intake so one can easily track their weight and their lifestyle activities. 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

Fitbit Alta HR
Compatibility & Connectivity

The compatibility of Fitbit Alta HR is with both android and iPhone devices. For iPhone users, iOS should be iOS 14 or above and similarly, for android users, it should be android 9 or above. It can sync wirelessly all the data to computers, android, and even Windows and iOS devices. Also, provide connectivity to Bluetooth 4.0. Also, the synchronization range goes upto 6metres. To set up the Fitbit Alta HR, there will be a need of installing the Fitbit app on android, tablet, or iPhone. This way one will be able to use their Fitbit easily. 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

Fitbit Alta HR Pros

  • Long-lasting battery life
  • Works as a great sleep tracker
  • Slim and intricate design
  • Easy to wear than be it 24/7
  • Many band options to choose from

Garmin Swim 2 Pros

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

Fitbit Alta HR Cones

  • The screen gets a bit unresponsive sometimes
  • Buckle can be a bit flimsy
  • No in-built GPS
  • No altimeter

Garmin Swim 2 Cones

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