Fitbit Alta vs Garmin Fenix 2

Design:

Fitbit Alta
Design

Fitbit Alta is a special edition to your fancy collection of gadgets. Fitbit Alta is designed to level up your style game to the next level while tracking your fitness routine very steadily. This Fitbit is the most appealing and aesthetic looking from the whole collection of Fitbit trackers. Not only it’s slim, but has a great display and has a variety of features as well. The interchangeable bands and long battery life is also one of the great pleasing features. Available in a variety of beautiful colors i.e. Black / Stainless Steel, Plum / Stainless Steel, and a special edition Black / 22k Gold Plated. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Design

Garmin Fenix 2 is a multi-sport watch that can be used by athletes and people who love to run and jog every day. There are various other features that Garmin Fenix 2 offers its users. It’s basically an improvement from the previous model, the glitch that was present before are not there in this improved and updated version. The Garmin Fenix 2 is made of strong mineral glass that will resist a heavy fall and has good shock-absorbent properties. The wristband is made of robust polyurethane and is available in black color. With strong battery life and improvements in GPS, this watch is a must-have. Read More

Specifications:

Screen Size

1.2"

Touch Screen

Resolution

70 x 70px

Weight

90.6g

Waterproof

Max Temperature

Min Temperature

Replaceable Band

Band Width

Screen protection

120

Battery Life

840

Charging Time

Fitbit Alta
Specifications

Fitbit Alta comes up with many features, the screen display of Fitbit Alta is an OLED single-point touchscreen. The screen dimensions are 35.8mm x 15.2mm x 10mm and the screen size is 35mm. Equipped with a touch screen, Fitbit Alta has a resolution of (128-x-36 pixel resolution. Also, it's splash-proof but not water-proof meaning it can only resist splashes but cannot be used for swimming and in the shower. The maximum operating temperature range is from -10° to 45°C. The watch band is replaceable and the width of the small band is 140 to 170mm. for the large band, it fits from 170mm to 206mm. The battery life is up to seven days and gets fully charged in two hours. Read Full Specs

Garmin Fenix 2
Specifications

Garmin Fenix 2 has many specifications as the screen has a large LCD and the screen size is around 1.2 inches. The touchscreen is not available in this model. The resolution of the screen is 70 x 70px which works pretty well. The total weight of this product is around 90.6g. It is water-proof and therefore has a depth rating of up to 50m. The maximum operating temperature range from -20º to 50ºC. The watch band is not replaceable. There is no sapphire glass protection available. The battery life of this product is around 50 hrs. In GPS mode and works for up to 5 weeks in the watch mode. 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
Activity Tracking:

Fitbit Alta has various tracking features. Although it doesn’t have an in-built GPS but can track the activity of a person. It has a route tracker available and can record the activity very well. The tracker will automatically detect if the person was cycling, running, hiking, or even playing. So, it will track the distance travelled, and the steps taken in a day and even will track the elevation too. With a good sleep tracker, it will automatically detect the type of sleep the user is getting. Lastly, the smart track multi-sport exercises are available which will record the workout and exercise stats. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Activity Tracking:

There are various tracking features that Garmin Fenix 2 offers. There is an availability of GPS and has a route tracker available. There is the availability of a barometer, accelerometer, and even a compass. Although there is no heart rate monitor and therefore blood oxygenation level cannot be measured. It has the ability to detect activities automatically. It will track the distance and will measure the pace and users can get their activity reports as well. There is the availability of a cadence sensor. It can track users' sleep and will detect the quality of sleep users get. There is water intake availability and with multi-sports mode, users can perform various challenges and workouts. 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
Compatibility & Connectivity

The compatibility of Fitbit Alta is with both android and iPhone devices. For iPhone users, iOS should be Apple iOS 4+ or above and similarly, for android users, it should be Android OS 4.4+ or above. It can sync wirelessly all the data to computers, android, and even Windows and iOS devices. To set up the Fitbit Alta HR, there will be a need of installing the Fitbit app on android, tablet, or iPhone. Also, it provides notifications of incoming calls, texts, and emails. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Compatibility & Connectivity

Garmin Fenix 2 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. Android and iOS devices should work better in the latest versions. Garmin Fenix 2 can sync the data wirelessly without the need for any cables. Although, it’s unable to sync automatically. There is no availability of Wi-Fi. Also, it doesn't have a cellular module and therefore no call control option is available. Therefore, one should have their phone with them in order to make a call. But Garmin Fenix 2 lets the user receive the notifications but helps in giving alerts in case of any notification or calls which will help the user keep connected. Read More

Bottom Line

Fitbit Alta Pros

  • A very slim and modern design
  • Interchangeable band
  • Accurate Stats
  • Smartphone notification
  • Lasting battery
  • Can automatically track the workout

Garmin Fenix 2 Pros

  • Multi-sport mode available including swimming
  • Ant+ sensor is compatible
  • The price is quite reasonable now
  • Very stylish and neat design
  • Provide smart notifications
  • Swim tracking available

Fitbit Alta Cones

  • No heart-rate tracking
  • Charger gets annoying
  • The screen gets unresponsive sometimes
  • Not waterproof

Garmin Fenix 2 Cones

  • Bulky in design
  • Memory is still not enough
  • The resolution is not pretty great
  • No tide charts are available

Design:

Fitbit Alta
Design

Fitbit Alta is a special edition to your fancy collection of gadgets. Fitbit Alta is designed to level up your style game to the next level while tracking your fitness routine very steadily. This Fitbit is the most appealing and aesthetic looking from the whole collection of Fitbit trackers. Not only it’s slim, but has a great display and has a variety of features as well. The interchangeable bands and long battery life is also one of the great pleasing features. Available in a variety of beautiful colors i.e. Black / Stainless Steel, Plum / Stainless Steel, and a special edition Black / 22k Gold Plated. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Design

Garmin Fenix 2 is a multi-sport watch that can be used by athletes and people who love to run and jog every day. There are various other features that Garmin Fenix 2 offers its users. It’s basically an improvement from the previous model, the glitch that was present before are not there in this improved and updated version. The Garmin Fenix 2 is made of strong mineral glass that will resist a heavy fall and has good shock-absorbent properties. The wristband is made of robust polyurethane and is available in black color. With strong battery life and improvements in GPS, this watch is a must-have. Read More

Specifications:

"

Screen Size

1.2""

Touch Screen

Resolution

70 x 70px
g

Weight

90.6gg

Min Temperature

Replaceable Band

mm

Band Width

mm

Max Temperature

Waterproof

Screen protection

120h

Battery Life

840h

Fitbit Alta
Specifications

Fitbit Alta comes up with many features, the screen display of Fitbit Alta is an OLED single-point touchscreen. The screen dimensions are 35.8mm x 15.2mm x 10mm and the screen size is 35mm. Equipped with a touch screen, Fitbit Alta has a resolution of (128-x-36 pixel resolution. Also, it's splash-proof but not water-proof meaning it can only resist splashes but cannot be used for swimming and in the shower. The maximum operating temperature range is from -10° to 45°C. The watch band is replaceable and the width of the small band is 140 to 170mm. for the large band, it fits from 170mm to 206mm. The battery life is up to seven days and gets fully charged in two hours. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Specifications

Garmin Fenix 2 has many specifications as the screen has a large LCD and the screen size is around 1.2 inches. The touchscreen is not available in this model. The resolution of the screen is 70 x 70px which works pretty well. The total weight of this product is around 90.6g. It is water-proof and therefore has a depth rating of up to 50m. The maximum operating temperature range from -20º to 50ºC. The watch band is not replaceable. There is no sapphire glass protection available. The battery life of this product is around 50 hrs. In GPS mode and works for up to 5 weeks in the watch mode. 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
Activity Tracking:

Fitbit Alta has various tracking features. Although it doesn’t have an in-built GPS but can track the activity of a person. It has a route tracker available and can record the activity very well. The tracker will automatically detect if the person was cycling, running, hiking, or even playing. So, it will track the distance travelled, and the steps taken in a day and even will track the elevation too. With a good sleep tracker, it will automatically detect the type of sleep the user is getting. Lastly, the smart track multi-sport exercises are available which will record the workout and exercise stats. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Activity Tracking:

There are various tracking features that Garmin Fenix 2 offers. There is an availability of GPS and has a route tracker available. There is the availability of a barometer, accelerometer, and even a compass. Although there is no heart rate monitor and therefore blood oxygenation level cannot be measured. It has the ability to detect activities automatically. It will track the distance and will measure the pace and users can get their activity reports as well. There is the availability of a cadence sensor. It can track users' sleep and will detect the quality of sleep users get. There is water intake availability and with multi-sports mode, users can perform various challenges and workouts. 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
Compatibility & Connectivity

The compatibility of Fitbit Alta is with both android and iPhone devices. For iPhone users, iOS should be Apple iOS 4+ or above and similarly, for android users, it should be Android OS 4.4+ or above. It can sync wirelessly all the data to computers, android, and even Windows and iOS devices. To set up the Fitbit Alta HR, there will be a need of installing the Fitbit app on android, tablet, or iPhone. Also, it provides notifications of incoming calls, texts, and emails. Read More

Garmin Fenix 2
Compatibility & Connectivity

Garmin Fenix 2 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. Android and iOS devices should work better in the latest versions. Garmin Fenix 2 can sync the data wirelessly without the need for any cables. Although, it’s unable to sync automatically. There is no availability of Wi-Fi. Also, it doesn't have a cellular module and therefore no call control option is available. Therefore, one should have their phone with them in order to make a call. But Garmin Fenix 2 lets the user receive the notifications but helps in giving alerts in case of any notification or calls which will help the user keep connected. Read More

Bottom Line

Fitbit Alta Pros

  • A very slim and modern design
  • Interchangeable band
  • Accurate Stats
  • Smartphone notification
  • Lasting battery
  • Can automatically track the workout

Garmin Fenix 2 Pros

  • Multi-sport mode available including swimming
  • Ant+ sensor is compatible
  • The price is quite reasonable now
  • Very stylish and neat design
  • Provide smart notifications
  • Swim tracking available

Fitbit Alta Cones

  • No heart-rate tracking
  • Charger gets annoying
  • The screen gets unresponsive sometimes
  • Not waterproof

Garmin Fenix 2 Cones

  • Bulky in design
  • Memory is still not enough
  • The resolution is not pretty great
  • No tide charts are available