Garmin Forerunner 310XT vs Garmin Vivofit 4
Design:
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Design
Forerunner 310 XT is the ultimate revolution for our users who are triathletes and swimmers. For athletes, this works great because it's the first GPS-enabled trainer and offers a variety of tracking and workout functions. Similarly, for swimmers, the good news is it has a good depth rating and is water-resistant up to 164 ft. which is a gift for swimmers. The wristband has a finish of bright orange. The material is quite durable and long-lasting. It’s available in two beautiful colors i.e. bright orange with a gray display and apple green with a gray display. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Design
Garmin Vívofit 4 is a fitness tracker that gives personalized fitness tracking. Who wants a tracker that won’t boost the user to get up and do some activity? The Garmin Vívofit is not only a fitness tracker but also a motivational fit for the user as it will give push the user to not sit idle and do some activity. There are various other basic tracking activities the colored move bar alert is also available that will alert for inactivity. The strap material is made of silicone. It's available in these two decent colors i.e. black and white. Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Waterproof
Max Temperature
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Screen protection
Battery Life
Charging Time
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Specifications
Forerunner 310XT has a variety of specifications like the screen size of the product is around 1.3" x 0.8" (33 x 20 mm). There is no touchscreen available. The resolution of the screen is around 160 x 100 pixels. The total weight of this product is around 2.5 oz. which is around 72g. Also, it’s waterproof and has a depth rating of up to 5ATM. The watch band is replaceable and can be changed based on the user's needs. The battery life of the product is up to 20 hours and the battery type is rechargeable lithium-ion. Read Full Specs
Garmin Vivofit 4
Specifications
The Garmin Vívofit 4 has various specifications the screen size being around 0.4`" x 0.43" (11 x 11 mm). As the display screen is petty small, therefore it doesn’t withhold a touchscreen display but has a colored display. The display type is Segmented LCD and has a sunlight-visible, transflective memory in pixels which ensures it will work in bright sunlight too. The display resolution is around 88 x 88 pixels. It comes in two different sizes i.e. regular and large. The total weight of the product is around 25 g and 25.5 g. Also, it's waterproof and has a rating perfect for a Swim. The battery life of the product is more than 1 year. 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
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Activity Tracking:
There are various tracking features of forerunner 310XT like the availability of GPS that offers various tracking features and give precise information. There is a route tracker available too. There is no heart rate monitor available and therefore cannot monitor blood oxygenation levels. It will track the distance, and the steps taken in a day. This way users can keep a track of their weight to achieve their daily goals. It keeps a track of the calorie intake and tells how many calories are burned in a day. The multi-sports mode also provides various challenges which will help the user perform various activities. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Activity Tracking:
There are various tracking features that the Vivoactive 4 holds but there is the unavailability of GPS, GALILEO, and GLONASS. There is a route tracker available that will track the route of the user. There is no heart rate monitor available. It tells time/date and has an automatic daylight-saving time available. There is an alarm clock and a timer present too. It also tracks the daily activities of the day like the steps taken in a day, the elevation crossed, the distance traveled, and even the calories burned in a day. It will also track the weight of the user and has the availability of a colored move bar. 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
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Compatibility & Connectivity
There are various compatibility features that Garmin Forerunner 310XT holds like its compatibility with windows XP. 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. It also provides weather and calendar updates so hikers can check whether it’s a good day for a hike or not. There are no call control options so user cannot answer their calls using a smartwatch. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Compatibility & Connectivity
The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is compatible with both modern Android and iOS devices. It uses Bluetooth smart wireless technology. It also uploads wireless data directly to Garmin Connects online fitness community and other social media sharing through this application. This is done to view workout summaries, create goals, and much more. Users cannot answer the calls using the smartwatch as a call control option is unavailable and will therefore not display who is calling. Also, it’s a simple fitness band that does basic fitness activities and helps the user achieve their fitness goals. It has a basic rest timer and an auto-goal feature. Read More
Bottom Line
Garmin Forerunner 310XT Pros
- Battery lasting is around 20 days
- Stays underwater for a longer time
- Has the ANT+ feature.
- Smaller size factor
- Wireless sync with a computer
- A good user interface
Garmin Vivofit 4 Pros
- Up to 1 year of battery life
- An always-on display
- Colored display
- Easy-to-use interface
- Robust
- Move bar
Garmin Forerunner 310XT Cones
- Expensive
- HR, pace, and distance don’t work underwater
- Fabric strap unavailable
- Power features are a miss
Garmin Vivofit 4 Cones
- No GPS tracking
- No HR sensor
- Unattractive strap
- Sleep tracking is not precise
Design:
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Design
Forerunner 310 XT is the ultimate revolution for our users who are triathletes and swimmers. For athletes, this works great because it's the first GPS-enabled trainer and offers a variety of tracking and workout functions. Similarly, for swimmers, the good news is it has a good depth rating and is water-resistant up to 164 ft. which is a gift for swimmers. The wristband has a finish of bright orange. The material is quite durable and long-lasting. It’s available in two beautiful colors i.e. bright orange with a gray display and apple green with a gray display. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Design
Garmin Vívofit 4 is a fitness tracker that gives personalized fitness tracking. Who wants a tracker that won’t boost the user to get up and do some activity? The Garmin Vívofit is not only a fitness tracker but also a motivational fit for the user as it will give push the user to not sit idle and do some activity. There are various other basic tracking activities the colored move bar alert is also available that will alert for inactivity. The strap material is made of silicone. It's available in these two decent colors i.e. black and white. Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Max Temperature
Waterproof
Screen protection
Battery Life
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Specifications
Forerunner 310XT has a variety of specifications like the screen size of the product is around 1.3" x 0.8" (33 x 20 mm). There is no touchscreen available. The resolution of the screen is around 160 x 100 pixels. The total weight of this product is around 2.5 oz. which is around 72g. Also, it’s waterproof and has a depth rating of up to 5ATM. The watch band is replaceable and can be changed based on the user's needs. The battery life of the product is up to 20 hours and the battery type is rechargeable lithium-ion. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Specifications
The Garmin Vívofit 4 has various specifications the screen size being around 0.4`" x 0.43" (11 x 11 mm). As the display screen is petty small, therefore it doesn’t withhold a touchscreen display but has a colored display. The display type is Segmented LCD and has a sunlight-visible, transflective memory in pixels which ensures it will work in bright sunlight too. The display resolution is around 88 x 88 pixels. It comes in two different sizes i.e. regular and large. The total weight of the product is around 25 g and 25.5 g. Also, it's waterproof and has a rating perfect for a Swim. The battery life of the product is more than 1 year. 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
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Activity Tracking:
There are various tracking features of forerunner 310XT like the availability of GPS that offers various tracking features and give precise information. There is a route tracker available too. There is no heart rate monitor available and therefore cannot monitor blood oxygenation levels. It will track the distance, and the steps taken in a day. This way users can keep a track of their weight to achieve their daily goals. It keeps a track of the calorie intake and tells how many calories are burned in a day. The multi-sports mode also provides various challenges which will help the user perform various activities. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Activity Tracking:
There are various tracking features that the Vivoactive 4 holds but there is the unavailability of GPS, GALILEO, and GLONASS. There is a route tracker available that will track the route of the user. There is no heart rate monitor available. It tells time/date and has an automatic daylight-saving time available. There is an alarm clock and a timer present too. It also tracks the daily activities of the day like the steps taken in a day, the elevation crossed, the distance traveled, and even the calories burned in a day. It will also track the weight of the user and has the availability of a colored move bar. Read More
Compatibility & Connectivity
Android Compatibilty
Mac OS Compatibility
Syncs Wirelessly
Automatic Syncing
Wi-Fi Module
Cellular Module
Call Control
Sport Activities Tracking
Garmin Forerunner 310XT
Compatibility & Connectivity
There are various compatibility features that Garmin Forerunner 310XT holds like its compatibility with windows XP. 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. It also provides weather and calendar updates so hikers can check whether it’s a good day for a hike or not. There are no call control options so user cannot answer their calls using a smartwatch. Read More
Garmin Vivofit 4
Compatibility & Connectivity
The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is compatible with both modern Android and iOS devices. It uses Bluetooth smart wireless technology. It also uploads wireless data directly to Garmin Connects online fitness community and other social media sharing through this application. This is done to view workout summaries, create goals, and much more. Users cannot answer the calls using the smartwatch as a call control option is unavailable and will therefore not display who is calling. Also, it’s a simple fitness band that does basic fitness activities and helps the user achieve their fitness goals. It has a basic rest timer and an auto-goal feature. Read More
Bottom Line
Garmin Forerunner 310XT Pros
- Battery lasting is around 20 days
- Stays underwater for a longer time
- Has the ANT+ feature.
- Smaller size factor
- Wireless sync with a computer
- A good user interface
Garmin Vivofit 4 Pros
- Up to 1 year of battery life
- An always-on display
- Colored display
- Easy-to-use interface
- Robust
- Move bar
Garmin Forerunner 310XT Cones
- Expensive
- HR, pace, and distance don’t work underwater
- Fabric strap unavailable
- Power features are a miss
Garmin Vivofit 4 Cones
- No GPS tracking
- No HR sensor
- Unattractive strap
- Sleep tracking is not precise