Garmin Swim 2 vs Garmin Vivofit
Design:
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
Garmin Vivofit
Design
Garmin Vívofit is a fitness band that will help users learn their activity levels. This fitness band works in a way that it will determine the current activity level of the user and then it will assign them a daily goal which they will have to complete. This way anyone can achieve their goals as it will slowly and steadily help them achieve their ideal goal. Garmin Connect app is also available which is a free online fitness community and will help earn badges that will ultimately boost the user to do more. With a segmented LCD, it is available in these pretty colors i.e. Black, Purple, teal, blue, slate, red 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 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
Garmin Vivofit
Specifications
The Garmin Vívofit has a segment LCD and is equipped with a screen size of 1 1.00" x 0.39" (25.5 mm x 10 mm). There is no touchscreen available. The total weight of the product is around 25.5 g which shows how lightweight it is. Also, it's waterproof and has a depth rating of 5ATM. The watch band is replaceable and users can change the strap of the product as per their requirements and outfit. The battery life of the product lasts for more than 1 year which means the user just needs to forget about charging their smartwatch since its timing is incredible. 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 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
Garmin Vivofit
Activity Tracking:
The Garmin Vívofit is equipped with various tracking features. There is no GPS availability. There is a route tracker available. There is no heart rate monitor available. It has a step counter available. It provides activity reports and tracks the distance, the steps taken in a day, and even the steps taken in a day. It also measures the pace of the user and counts how many calories are burned in a day. There is a move bar available that shows up on the device after a user has a certain period of inactivity. To reset it the user will need to walk for a couple of minutes. It also shows the calories burned and has auto goal available. 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 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
Garmin Vivofit
Compatibility & Connectivity
The Garmin Vívofit is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. There is the availability of Wi-Fi which will sync the data automatically. The Bluetooth smart technology will help connect various Android and iOS devices. There is no availability of call control that will alert the user in case of any text, call or notification, etc. It also doesn’t show incoming calls as the cellular module is unavailable. The built-in camera remote control function is also unavailable therefore it won’t allow the user to take any snaps for themselves. This is a fitness band that helps regulate the fitness activities of the user. Read More
Bottom Line
Garmin Swim 2 Pros
- Swimming features
- Light-weight
- Easy to wear
- GPS for open water swim
- Wrist-based HR monitor
- Swim profiles available
Garmin Vivofit Pros
- Lightweight
- 1 year+ battery life
- Auto goal
- Move bar available
- Inexpensive
- Variety of colors
Garmin Swim 2 Cones
- Expensive
- Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
- Fewer smartwatch features
- Size looks huge
Garmin Vivofit Cones
- No GPS
- No HR sensor installed
- No sleep tracking
- No touchscreen
Design:
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
Garmin Vivofit
Design
Garmin Vívofit is a fitness band that will help users learn their activity levels. This fitness band works in a way that it will determine the current activity level of the user and then it will assign them a daily goal which they will have to complete. This way anyone can achieve their goals as it will slowly and steadily help them achieve their ideal goal. Garmin Connect app is also available which is a free online fitness community and will help earn badges that will ultimately boost the user to do more. With a segmented LCD, it is available in these pretty colors i.e. Black, Purple, teal, blue, slate, red Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Max Temperature
Waterproof
Screen protection
Battery Life
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
Garmin Vivofit
Specifications
The Garmin Vívofit has a segment LCD and is equipped with a screen size of 1 1.00" x 0.39" (25.5 mm x 10 mm). There is no touchscreen available. The total weight of the product is around 25.5 g which shows how lightweight it is. Also, it's waterproof and has a depth rating of 5ATM. The watch band is replaceable and users can change the strap of the product as per their requirements and outfit. The battery life of the product lasts for more than 1 year which means the user just needs to forget about charging their smartwatch since its timing is incredible. 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 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
Garmin Vivofit
Activity Tracking:
The Garmin Vívofit is equipped with various tracking features. There is no GPS availability. There is a route tracker available. There is no heart rate monitor available. It has a step counter available. It provides activity reports and tracks the distance, the steps taken in a day, and even the steps taken in a day. It also measures the pace of the user and counts how many calories are burned in a day. There is a move bar available that shows up on the device after a user has a certain period of inactivity. To reset it the user will need to walk for a couple of minutes. It also shows the calories burned and has auto goal available. Read More
Compatibility & Connectivity
Android Compatibilty
Mac OS Compatibility
Syncs Wirelessly
Automatic Syncing
Wi-Fi Module
Cellular Module
Call Control
Sport Activities Tracking
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
Garmin Vivofit
Compatibility & Connectivity
The Garmin Vívofit is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. There is the availability of Wi-Fi which will sync the data automatically. The Bluetooth smart technology will help connect various Android and iOS devices. There is no availability of call control that will alert the user in case of any text, call or notification, etc. It also doesn’t show incoming calls as the cellular module is unavailable. The built-in camera remote control function is also unavailable therefore it won’t allow the user to take any snaps for themselves. This is a fitness band that helps regulate the fitness activities of the user. Read More
Bottom Line
Garmin Swim 2 Pros
- Swimming features
- Light-weight
- Easy to wear
- GPS for open water swim
- Wrist-based HR monitor
- Swim profiles available
Garmin Vivofit Pros
- Lightweight
- 1 year+ battery life
- Auto goal
- Move bar available
- Inexpensive
- Variety of colors
Garmin Swim 2 Cones
- Expensive
- Difficult to separate itself, since it’s a swimmer watch
- Fewer smartwatch features
- Size looks huge
Garmin Vivofit Cones
- No GPS
- No HR sensor installed
- No sleep tracking
- No touchscreen