Fitbit Charge 4 vs Garmin Swim 2
Design:
Fitbit Charge 4
Design
For those who thought Fitbit charge 4 was the same as its predecessor, but they are very wrong about this. This new Fitbit charge 4 although looks identical but has the addition of exciting new features. These features are the inclusion of a built–in GPS, which will make this watch just like those running watches that have the whole tracking data stored. Similarly, it has Spotify support and even the special edition Fitbit pay app. Basically what this Fitbit charge 4 does is it has removed the need of carrying your phone to walk or while running. With some pretty colors i.e. black, granite and rosewood it will look sleek with your outfit. 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
Fitbit Charge 4
Specifications
Fitbit charge 4 is equipped with a screen size of 35.8mm x 22.7mm x 12.5mm with the availability of a touch screen. The resolution of charge 4 is 100 x 160 backlit greyscale with an OLED touchscreen display. The weight of charge 4 is only 24g which makes it lightweight and easy to wear. Also, it’s water-resistant and anti-splash with a depth rating of up to 50m. This way there won’t be any worry about getting the watch wet. The watch band is also replaceable so it can be used based on the outfit of the day. The charge timing is two hours and the battery lasts up to 7 days and even longer. 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 Charge 4
Activity Tracking:
Fitbit Charge 4 is equipped with various tracking features. The built-in GPS is one of the main features of this Fitbit which will help track the live location of the user and will monitor the tracking activities. It has a route tracker and a heart rate monitor (SPO2 monitoring). Not only it will manage stress but will also take into account health metrics. The 20 goal-based exercises will help the user achieve the daily goal of exercise. The food intake and water intake will help keep account of daily healthy eating habits. Also, with NFC, the altimeter will keep the track of elevation crossed every day. 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 Charge 4
Compatibility & Connectivity
CHARGE 4 is compatible with all modern android and iOS devices. It will sync automatically and will help in syncing data wirelessly to computers and over leading iOS, Android, and even windows. The Bluetooth le wireless technology is an additional compatibility feature. IPhone users, they need to have an iPhone 5S and later, iPad 5 gen. and later. For Android users, it should be android OS 7.0 and later. It provides a lot of connectivity options with Bluetooth, NFC, a speaker, and even a mic. The option of call control so users can manage their inbound and outbound calls efficiently. 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 Charge 4 Pros
• The spo2 monitoring is an amazing update
• Lightweight and easy to wear
• A large number of users
• Long-lasting battery life
• Great sleep tracking
• Sensors provide accurate information
Garmin Swim 2 Pros
- Swimming features
- Light-weight
- Easy to wear
- GPS for open water swim
- Wrist-based HR monitor
- Swim profiles available
Fitbit Charge 4 Cones
• There is no on-board music storage
• Non-compatibility with apple health and google fit
• Less smart functionality
• Music control work with Spotify’s premium
Garmin Swim 2 Cones
- Expensive
- Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
- Fewer smartwatch features
- Size looks huge
Design:
Fitbit Charge 4
Design
For those who thought Fitbit charge 4 was the same as its predecessor, but they are very wrong about this. This new Fitbit charge 4 although looks identical but has the addition of exciting new features. These features are the inclusion of a built–in GPS, which will make this watch just like those running watches that have the whole tracking data stored. Similarly, it has Spotify support and even the special edition Fitbit pay app. Basically what this Fitbit charge 4 does is it has removed the need of carrying your phone to walk or while running. With some pretty colors i.e. black, granite and rosewood it will look sleek with your outfit. 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
Fitbit Charge 4
Specifications
Fitbit charge 4 is equipped with a screen size of 35.8mm x 22.7mm x 12.5mm with the availability of a touch screen. The resolution of charge 4 is 100 x 160 backlit greyscale with an OLED touchscreen display. The weight of charge 4 is only 24g which makes it lightweight and easy to wear. Also, it’s water-resistant and anti-splash with a depth rating of up to 50m. This way there won’t be any worry about getting the watch wet. The watch band is also replaceable so it can be used based on the outfit of the day. The charge timing is two hours and the battery lasts up to 7 days and even longer. 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
Fitbit Charge 4
Activity Tracking:
Fitbit Charge 4 is equipped with various tracking features. The built-in GPS is one of the main features of this Fitbit which will help track the live location of the user and will monitor the tracking activities. It has a route tracker and a heart rate monitor (SPO2 monitoring). Not only it will manage stress but will also take into account health metrics. The 20 goal-based exercises will help the user achieve the daily goal of exercise. The food intake and water intake will help keep account of daily healthy eating habits. Also, with NFC, the altimeter will keep the track of elevation crossed every day. 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 Charge 4
Compatibility & Connectivity
CHARGE 4 is compatible with all modern android and iOS devices. It will sync automatically and will help in syncing data wirelessly to computers and over leading iOS, Android, and even windows. The Bluetooth le wireless technology is an additional compatibility feature. IPhone users, they need to have an iPhone 5S and later, iPad 5 gen. and later. For Android users, it should be android OS 7.0 and later. It provides a lot of connectivity options with Bluetooth, NFC, a speaker, and even a mic. The option of call control so users can manage their inbound and outbound calls efficiently. 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 Charge 4 Pros
• The spo2 monitoring is an amazing update
• Lightweight and easy to wear
• A large number of users
• Long-lasting battery life
• Great sleep tracking
• Sensors provide accurate information
Garmin Swim 2 Pros
- Swimming features
- Light-weight
- Easy to wear
- GPS for open water swim
- Wrist-based HR monitor
- Swim profiles available
Fitbit Charge 4 Cones
• There is no on-board music storage
• Non-compatibility with apple health and google fit
• Less smart functionality
• Music control work with Spotify’s premium
Garmin Swim 2 Cones
- Expensive
- Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
- Fewer smartwatch features
- Size looks huge