Product Comparison: Garmin Fenix 5S vs Garmin Fenix 6S


Garmin Fenix 5S Multisport GPS Watch
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Garmin Fenix 6S Ultimate Multisport GPS Watch
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General Specifications
Brand
Garmin
Garmin
Model
Fenix 5S
Fenix 6S
Origin
Taiwan
Taiwan
About the Product
With the multisport watch that fits. Meet Garmin Fenix 5S – sleek, smaller-sized multisport GPS watch that’s ready for any outdoor or sport challenge. Fenix 5S is packed with advanced features such as wrist-based heart rate with fully integrated sensor, built-in activity profiles.
Styled for a trim, comfortable fit on smaller wrists, our 1.2" fenix 6S is the multisport GPS watch for athletes and adventurers who want to do more, not wear more. For durability in any environment, fenix 6S is tested to U.S. military standards for thermal, shock and water resistance.
Key Specs
Operating System
Garmin wear
Garmin wear
Display Size
1.1 in.
1.2 in.
Internal Memory
0.064 GB
32 GB
Band Material
Silicone
Silicone
GPS Enabled
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Garmin Fenix 5S Multisport GPS Watch
  • Just the right size, clear screen not too small, perfect for activities and for wearing for work too.
  • The screen resolution is quite basic. Great screen.
  • Fantastic watch, easy to use, comfortable to wear constantly, easy to change straps.
  • The included strap is comfy and ideal for sports activity.
  • The only slight downside is the silicone strap.
Garmin Fenix 6S Ultimate Multisport GPS Watch
  • Very comfortable to wear and looks slick.
  • I absolutely love this watch! It is big enough to see the dial clearly, but very lightweight!
  • The strap for the watch is soft and comfortable.
  • GPS, Glonass, HR tracking work well.
  • Watch band strap loop broke after a year.
Size & Weight
Height
1.65 in.
1.65 in.
Width
1.65 in.
1.65 in.
Depth
0.59 in.
Weight
2.36 oz.
Display
Display Type
Transflective Memory-In-Pixel
Transflective Memory-In-Pixel
Screen Resolution
218 x 218
240 x 240
What customers say about "Display"
Garmin Fenix 5S Multisport GPS Watch
  • Battery performance is excellent and the always on display works well in bright sunlight.
  • Excellent display and battery life.
  • The display on this watch is clear and shows up better in bright sun than in the dark.
  • The screen is clear in both daylight and night.
  • The screen is nice and big and is very customisable.
Garmin Fenix 6S Ultimate Multisport GPS Watch
  • Display is bright in direct light.
  • The screen is crisp and clear in all lighting situations I have encountered.
  • 1.2" screen which is easily seen in the light.
  • Works well as smart watch, screen easy to read without backlight.
  • The colors are all washed out, and all the ads make it look like they are bright and colorful.
Features
Color
Black
Black
Design
Sport
Sport
Protection Class
10ATM
10ATM
Customizable Watch Faces
Yes
Yes
Built-In Microphone
No
No
Vibration Alert
Yes
Yes
Sensors
Barometric Altimeter, Compass, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Thermometer
Barometric Altimeter, Compass, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Thermometer, Pulse Ox Blood Oxygen Saturation Monitor
What customers say about "Features"
Garmin Fenix 5S Multisport GPS Watch
  • The Fenix 5S is a beautifully crafted and constructed device with a lot of features and the capability to store information for activity and health tracking.
  • Nice appearance. Nice choice of displays.
  • Great activity tracking, just enough smart features, all-round fantastic watch.
  • It’s robust and smart looking.
  • Great watch! Best smart watch/fitness tracker I have owned!
Garmin Fenix 6S Ultimate Multisport GPS Watch
  • Lots of cool stats and analytics for the geek.
  • Lots of watch faces to choose from. A ridiculous amount.
  • Incredibly accurate heart rate monitor, even when working out.
  • Garmin Connect app is very good.
  • It's comfortable to wear and the tracking features are the best in the industry.
Connectivity
Bluetooth Version
4.0
4.0
Wi-Fi Compatibility
No
No
NFC Technology
No
Yes
Power
Charging Interface
Magnetic Connector
Magnetic Connector
Battery Life
14 hours
What customers say about "Power"
Garmin Fenix 5S Multisport GPS Watch
  • The battery life is good considering I use it daily during the day and training at night.
  • Brilliant smart watch, excellent battery life.
  • Battery is impressive, I only charge it every 3 weeks.
  • Fantastic build quality. Always syncs. Amazing battery life.
  • Battery will last about 2 weeks of not being used for sport etc.
Garmin Fenix 6S Ultimate Multisport GPS Watch
  • The battery life with the always on display is incredible.
  • The battery life and charge speed is crazy good.
  • 3 weeks per charge of battery life.
  • The battery lasts crazy long. Highly recommend.
  • Battery life is awesome, lasts more than a week.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
499.99 $
599.99 $

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