Garmin has a lot to offer regarding smartwatches, hybrid watches, and fitness-focused smartwatches. As one of the newer leading brands in smartwatches, Garmin keeps up with major competitors (Apple, Samsung, Fitbit) by consistently releasing new models with updated features and smart technology.
What do you look for in a smartwatch? Some may need accurate and intensive fitness tracking features on their watch; some may prefer one that can make calls, while some may just be concerned with the style of their watch.
But what good is your smartwatch if it doesn’t fit? One area in which Garmin also shines is that of smartwatch variety, and their sizing is no different.
Choosing the right-sized Garmin watch comes down to paying attention to each model’s case size: this will determine the screen size and resolution and the watch band size ranges. There’s a simple way to tell which of their models are the smaller ones, as many Garmin watches have an “S” model: These S models are the smaller watch in the series. You can also expect the tactical and multisport watches to be generally larger than more basic Garmin fitness watches.
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The largest watch sizes
If you want a smartwatch that can do it all in fitness tracking, GPS, or connectivity, and you want a durable multisport watch, then you’ll have to pick a larger Garmin watch size. One of their largest watches is also one of their newest: the Fenix 7X Solar. It boasts a 51mm case and a 1.4-inch screen. The Enduro, Epix Gen 2, and Tactix watches from Garmin rival the 7X Solar in size, as these are the more tactical and rugged models.
Garmin watches with large screens and high resolution
If you’re looking for a larger watch, it could be for a larger band and larger wrists, or it could be for a larger screen. Most Garmin watches with large cases (over 45mm) also come with a large screen. However, the resolution of Garmin’s bigger watch faces does differ, and a large screen doesn’t always amount to a high-resolution display.
Garmin’s Epix (Gen 2) currently offers the highest screen resolution — and by a long shot. On just a 1.3-inch screen, you also get 416×416 pixels.
It doesn’t sound like much, but compare this to the Fenix 6: it also has a 1.3-inch screen but a resolution of 260×260 pixels. The Fenix 6 is another one of Garmin’s larger watches with a case of 47mm.
The smallest watch sizes
Smaller, lighter, and more discreet — is that what you’re looking for in a smartwatch or fitness tracker? As we said, Garmin offers a wide variety in their line of watches, with models available that are much smaller than the Fenix 7, or Enduro, for example.
Some of their smallest watch models (in terms of screen and band size) are indicated by the “S.” This means between the Vivoactive 4 and the Vivoactive 4S. We know the 4S is the smaller model.
Garmin has several other watches which also offer the same variety, with a Forerunner 45S (only a 39-mm case), the Fenix 6S, the Fenix 7S, the Venu 2S, or the Descent Mk2S.
The Garmin Lily is a standout option for small and stylish watches: The case is only 34 mm. And it still works as a smart fitness tracker with several sensors, Bluetooth, safety tracking features, and activity profiles for swimming, running, or cycling.
The small size of the Lily — with a band up to only 175 mm — makes it easier to market towards women and teenage girls. But Lily Sport and Classic editions still make a great fitness tracker for men.
Each of these Garmin watches is under 45mm in case size, with the Descent Mk2S offering the smallest screen overall. But having a small screen doesn’t mean you’ll get a lousy resolution. In fact, some of Garmin’s smallest watches have the best screen display.
Garmin watches with small screens and high resolution
The Venu 2 Series is a lightweight, small, and discreet smartwatch option from Garmin. All three of the Venu 2 watches come in at 45mm or smaller, with the 2 and the 2 Plus having 1.3-inch screens and the 2S having a 1.1-inch screen. However, these small watches offer the best screen resolution out of any of Garmin’s current offerings with 360×360 and 416×416 pixels.
Are you looking to shop according to band size only? Garmin provides a quick chart for their band sizes on each smartwatch and watch model.
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Last Updated on February 3, 2022
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