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Garmin Fenix 2 vs Garmin Forerunner 230

    Garmin Fenix 2 Fitness Watch
    Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230 Fitness Watch
      Garmin Forerunner 230
      Available colors
      Editiorial reviews
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      6 editorial reviews
      Run more ruggedly, with fitness and location tracking for the serious outdoorsmanRead more
      It is closing on nearly two years since Garmin initially announced the first generation Fenix in June 2012.  Since then the watch has transformed from what was originally seen as a hiking focused unit, to more of an ultra-runner's unit,Read more
      Review of the Garmin fenix 2 multi-sport watch and personal experience using it.Read more
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      5 editorial reviews
      The Garmin Forerunner 230 is about as standard a running watch as you're likely to find these days. Launched alongside the Forerunner 235 and Forerunner 630...Read more
      It’s been almost exactly a month since Garmin announced their lineup of fall running watches, including three new units: The Forerunner 230, 235, and 630.  Each of those units replacing previous iterations of the FR220, 225, and 620.  The FR230Read more
      Keeping track of your daily run or bike ride is an important ability to many athletes. With full capabilities to track distance, time, heart rate, and more, the Garmin Forerunner 230 and 235 give you the upper hand in your workout regime. With connected features that give you an in-depth look on your daily training, both of these watches make a great investment, but what can they really offer? Note: At no extra cost to you, we may earn a commission for purchases using our links. Learn more. To get started, we’ll need to distinguish the difference between the two.Read more
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      Full Comparison

      Units:

      Display

      Garmin Fenix 2Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230Garmin Forerunner 230
      Screen resolution70 x 70 px215 x 180 px
      Touchscreennono
      Colour screennoyes

      Dimensions

      Garmin Fenix 2Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230Garmin Forerunner 230
      GenderMen's
      • Men's
      • Women's
      Width1.93 in1.81 in
      Depth0.67 in0.51 in
      Weight3.2 oz1.45 oz

      Design

      Garmin Fenix 2Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230Garmin Forerunner 230
      Colour of productBlack
      • Black
      • Black,Yellow
      • Purple,White
      Protection featuresWaterproofWater resistant
      Waterproof depth5050

      Features

      Garmin Fenix 2Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230Garmin Forerunner 230
      Heart Rate Monitor
      • HRM chest strap included
      • Support for HRM chest strap
      		no
      Calorie counteryesyes
      ANT+yesyes
      Alarmyesyes
      Compassyesno
      Date displayyesyes
      Display lightyesyes
      Pedometeryesyes
      Speedometeryesyes
      Stopwatchyesyes
      Temperature sensoryesyes
      Timeryesyes
      Vibration alarmyesyes

      Connectivity

      Garmin Fenix 2Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230Garmin Forerunner 230
      Bluetoothyesno
      GPSyesyes

      Power

      Garmin Fenix 2Garmin Fenix 2
      Garmin Forerunner 230Garmin Forerunner 230
      Battery typeLi-IonBuilt-in
      Battery life (running)50.0 h16.0 h
      Battery life (standby mode)35.0 day35.0 day

      Pros & Cons

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