Fitbit Alta vs Garmin Forerunner 645
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 Forerunner 645
Design
Forerunner 645 is the smartwatch that lets the user run and has a track without feeling the need for their phone on their side. By using this, watch, one will easily run without missing out on any smart features. This watch has all the modern features like responding to your emails, and message and therefore provide all important updates. The lens material of the product is made of corning gorilla glass. Similarly, the strap material is made of silicone and the bezel material is made of highly durable stainless steel. The forerunner 645 is available in these colors i.e. black, cerise color, and sandstone. Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Waterproof
Max Temperature
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Screen protection
Battery Life
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 Forerunner 645
Specifications
The forerunner 645 has a screen size of 1.2" (30.4 mm) diameter. There is no touchscreen available. The screen resolution of the product is 240 x 240 pixels. The total weight of forerunner 645 is around 41.8g. Also, it’s waterproof and has a depth rating of up to 5 ATM. The maximum operating temperature range is from -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF). The watch band is replaceable and therefore one can change it based on their need. Equipped with a gorilla glass version, the battery life last up to 7 days. And with GPS mode it will last up to 14 days. 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 Forerunner 645
Activity Tracking:
There are various tracking features that the forerunner 645 adheres like the availability of GPS which will track the precise location of the user. Similarly, it is also equipped with a route tracker. There is a heart rate monitor available that will monitor the blood oxygenation levels. It also detects all the activities automatically like the distance traveled, the steps taken in a day, and an elevation crossed. The cadence sensor will calculate the average cadences in a day. The sleep tracker is also present. The weight tracking and calories burnt are also calculated. Lastly, with multi-sports mode available it will let the user perform various challenges. 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 Forerunner 645
Compatibility & Connectivity
Garmin Forerunner 645 is found compatible with both Android and iOS users. It provides compatibility with Garmin maps as well. We can connect it to other devices wirelessly using Bluetooth technology. Moreover, it is also found compatible with Windows or Mac. It also provides inclusive navigation when paired with these compatible devices. It also supports the ANT+ protocol for better connectivity by using low energy. It also uploads wireless data directly to Garmin Connects online fitness community and other social media sharing through this application. This also helps you to see the route you have traveled, and you can view the distance covered and activities summary as well. 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 Forerunner 645 Pros
- Lightweight
- Easy to read
- Comfortable to carry all-day
- Physical buttons present
- Great battery life
- Advanced running metrics
Fitbit Alta Cones
- No heart-rate tracking
- Charger gets annoying
- The screen gets unresponsive sometimes
- Not waterproof
Garmin Forerunner 645 Cones
- No touchscreen
- Glitchy Bluetooth connection
- The music app is limited
- Expensive
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 Forerunner 645
Design
Forerunner 645 is the smartwatch that lets the user run and has a track without feeling the need for their phone on their side. By using this, watch, one will easily run without missing out on any smart features. This watch has all the modern features like responding to your emails, and message and therefore provide all important updates. The lens material of the product is made of corning gorilla glass. Similarly, the strap material is made of silicone and the bezel material is made of highly durable stainless steel. The forerunner 645 is available in these colors i.e. black, cerise color, and sandstone. Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Max Temperature
Waterproof
Screen protection
Battery Life
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 Forerunner 645
Specifications
The forerunner 645 has a screen size of 1.2" (30.4 mm) diameter. There is no touchscreen available. The screen resolution of the product is 240 x 240 pixels. The total weight of forerunner 645 is around 41.8g. Also, it’s waterproof and has a depth rating of up to 5 ATM. The maximum operating temperature range is from -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF). The watch band is replaceable and therefore one can change it based on their need. Equipped with a gorilla glass version, the battery life last up to 7 days. And with GPS mode it will last up to 14 days. 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
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 Forerunner 645
Activity Tracking:
There are various tracking features that the forerunner 645 adheres like the availability of GPS which will track the precise location of the user. Similarly, it is also equipped with a route tracker. There is a heart rate monitor available that will monitor the blood oxygenation levels. It also detects all the activities automatically like the distance traveled, the steps taken in a day, and an elevation crossed. The cadence sensor will calculate the average cadences in a day. The sleep tracker is also present. The weight tracking and calories burnt are also calculated. Lastly, with multi-sports mode available it will let the user perform various challenges. 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 Forerunner 645
Compatibility & Connectivity
Garmin Forerunner 645 is found compatible with both Android and iOS users. It provides compatibility with Garmin maps as well. We can connect it to other devices wirelessly using Bluetooth technology. Moreover, it is also found compatible with Windows or Mac. It also provides inclusive navigation when paired with these compatible devices. It also supports the ANT+ protocol for better connectivity by using low energy. It also uploads wireless data directly to Garmin Connects online fitness community and other social media sharing through this application. This also helps you to see the route you have traveled, and you can view the distance covered and activities summary as well. 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 Forerunner 645 Pros
- Lightweight
- Easy to read
- Comfortable to carry all-day
- Physical buttons present
- Great battery life
- Advanced running metrics
Fitbit Alta Cones
- No heart-rate tracking
- Charger gets annoying
- The screen gets unresponsive sometimes
- Not waterproof
Garmin Forerunner 645 Cones
- No touchscreen
- Glitchy Bluetooth connection
- The music app is limited
- Expensive