Here’s a comparison of the current Garmin watch models
Garmin watches are fitness watches, GPS watches, and performance watches that are specialized and customized for a variety of activities. See the overview of each series here and view the overall series comparison below.
Garmin MARQ Watches – Elite Luxury & Performance
Garmin’s MARQ Collection is a series of performance watches, or ‘modern tool watches’, that are the secret weapons of professional athletes, aviators, captains, and refined, elite individuals who want and need more than just a smartwatch. The MARQ series integrates revolutionary technology with superior design materials such as titanium, sapphire, ceramic, diamond-like carbon coating, jacquard-weave nylon and Italian vacchetta leather.
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Garmin MARQ Athlete$2,050.00
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Garmin MARQ Adventurer$2,400.00
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Garmin MARQ Golfer Watch$2,549.99
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Garmin MARQ Captain$2,550.00
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Garmin MARQ Aviator$2,700.00
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Garmin MARQ Driver$3,450.00
Each MARQ watch is custom built for elite performance. They share many similarities in their designs and have these notable differences:
MARQ Driver Auto Racing Features: Race app, track timer, live delta time, auto lap splits, lap time repeatability score (LTR),last race summary, and preloaded race tracks.
MARQ Aviator Features: Worldwide airport database, altimeter with adjustable baro setting, 3-axix compass with HSI, multiple time zones with Zulu/UTC, wirelessly receive flight plans from Garmin Pilot, NEXRAD on moving map, moving map with aviation airports, navaids, roads, bodies of water and more, waypoint information, Connext avionics connectivity, and in-flight Pulse Ox.
MARQ Captain Features: boating profiles, virtual starting line, countdown timer, tack assist mode, built-in barometer and tide tables, anchor alarm, autopilot control, and boat data streaming.
MARQ Adventurer Features: 360-degree compass markings on the bezel, multiple Global Navigation Satellite Systems, built-in barometric altimeter, electronic 3-axis compass and TracBack routing feature, preloaded with Topographic Mapping and advanced navigation tools, including Around Me map mode, elevation profiles, outdoor points of interest and ClimbPro ascent planner, for real-time information on current and upcoming climbs.
MARQ Golfer Features: ceramic bezel with custom golf hole markings, preloaded with more than 41,000 golf courses worldwide and full-color CourseView mapping, AutoShot round analyzer, virtual caddie, hazard view, wind data, PlaysLike distance, green view, pinpointer.
MARQ Athlete Features: Silicone rubber strap for lightness and durability, recovery time and VO2 max scales marked on the bezel, and peak performance tracking for strength, cardio and elliptical training, stair stepping, floor climbing, indoor rowing and yoga.
Garmin fenix Watches – The Face of Adventure
Garmin fenix watches are premium multisport GPS watches offering heart rate, Pulse Ox, routable TOPO & ski maps, page guidance, music and more. The fenix watch has custom watch faces and bands to customize your look. You can take your Garmin fenix on any adventure! It has preloaded gym activity profiles for strength, cardio and elliptical training, stair-stepping, floor climbing, indoor rowing and yoga, as well as being fully loaded for tracking your runs, hitting the golf course, cycling, swimming and a wide array of outdoor recreation activities.
The main differences between the fenix 5S Plus, fenix 5 Plus and fenix 5X Plus are the size, weight and battery life.
The fenix 6 series feature 18% larger, always-on display and adds PacePro, power manager, Body Battery Energy monitor, safety and tracking features and Expediton mode. The fenix 6 PRO series also include preloaded TopoActive maps with turn-by-turn navigation, preloaded ski maps and music apps compatibility.
The fenix 6 Pro SOLAR series has solar charging power glass lens, surf-ready features, mountain bike metrics, indoor climb activity and an acclimation widget.
Product | Fenix 5s Plus![]() | Fenix 6s![]() | Fenix 6s Pro![]() | Fenix 6 Pro![]() | Fenix 6x Pro![]() | Fenix 6s Pro Solar![]() | Fenix 6 Pro Solar![]() | Fenix 6x Pro Solar![]() |
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Lens material | domed chemically strengthened glass or sapphire crystal | Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 | Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3or sapphire crystal | Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3or sapphire crystal | Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3or sapphire crystal | Power Glass™ | Power Glass™ | Power Glass™ |
Bezel material | stainless steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel or Titanium or Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coated Titanium | Stainless Steel or Titanium or Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coated Titanium | Stainless Steel or Titanium or Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coated Titanium | Stainless steel | Stainless Steel or Titanium or Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coated Titanium | Titanium or Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coated Titanium |
Battery life | Smartwatch: Up to 7 days GPS: Up to 11 hours GPS and Music: Up to 4.5 hours UltraTrac™ mode: Up to 25 hours | Smartwatch: Up to 9 days GPS: Up to 25h Max Battery GPS Mode: 50h Expedition GPS Mode: 20 days Battery Saver Watch Mode: 34 days | Smartwatch: Up to 9 days GPS: Up to 25h GPS + Music: Up to 6h Max Battery GPS Mode: 50h Expedition GPS Mode: 20 days Battery Saver Watch Mode: 34 days | Smartwatch: Up to 14 days GPS: Up to 36h GPS + Music: Up to 10h Max Battery GPS Mode:72h Expedition GPS Mode: 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode: 48 days | Smartwatch: Up to 21 days GPS: Up to 60h GPS + Music: Up to 15h Max Battery GPS Mode:120h Expedition GPS Mode: 46 days Battery Saver Watch Mode: 80 days | Smartwatch: 9 days / 10.5 days with solar* GPS: 25 hrs / 28 hrs with solar** GPS + Music: Up to 6 hrs Max battery GPS mode: 50 hrs / 64 hrs with solar** Expedition GPS activity: 20 days / 26 days with solar* Battery saver watch mode: 34 days / 59 days with solar* | Smartwatch: 14 days / 16 days with solar* GPS: 36 hrs / 40 hrs with solar** GPS + Music: Up to 10 hrs Max battery GPS mode: 72 hrs / 93 hrs with solar** Expedition GPS activity: 28 days / 36 days with solar* Battery saver watch mode: 48 days / 80 days with solar* | Smartwatch: Up to 21 days/24 days with solar* Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 80 days/120 days with solar* GPS: Up to 60 hours/66 hours with solar** GPS + Music: Up to 15 hours/16 hours with solar** Max Battery GPS Mode: Up to 120 hours/148 hours with solar** Expedition GPS Activity: Up to 46 days/56 days with solar* |
Physical size | 42 x 42 x 15.4 mm | 42.0 x 42.0 x 13.8 mm | 42.0 x 42.0 x 13.8 mm | 47 x 47 x 14.7 mm | 51 x 51 x 14.9 mm | 42.0 x 42.0 x 14.2 mm | 47 x 47 x 15.1 mm | 51 x 51 x 14.9 mm |
Display size | 1.2” (30.4 mm) diameter | 1.2” (30.4 mm) diameter | 1.2” (30.4 mm) diameter | 1.3” (33.02 mm) diameter | 1.4” (35.56 mm) diameter | 1.2” (30.4 mm) diameter | 1.3” (33.02 mm) diameter | 1.4” (35.56 mm) diameter |
Weight | 65 g | Steel 58g (Case only 41g) | Steel 61g (Case only 44g) | Steel 83g (Case only 60g) Titanium 72g (Case only 49g) | Steel 93g (Case only 66g) | Steel: 61 g (case only 45 g) | Steel: 85 g (case only 62 g) Titanium: 72 g (case only 48 g) | Titanium: 82g (Case only 54g) |
Garmin Forerunner – Watches for Runners
Garmin Forerunner watches are the premium GPS watch for runners and triathlon athletes. Monitor heart rate at the wrist and use GPS to track pace, distance and more. Use Garmin Coach for free adaptive training plans, bringing personal coaching to your wrist.
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Garmin Forerunner 45 & 45SProduct on sale$209.99
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Garmin Forerunner 245 Music$479.99
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Garmin Forerunner 245$419.99
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Garmin Forerunner 745 Watch$699.99
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Garmin Forerunner 945$829.99 – $1,029.99
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Garmin Forerunner 945 LTE$849.99
Garmin Instinct Watches – Rugged & Outdoorsy
Constructed to U.S. Military standard 810G for thermal, shock and water resistance, and with a built-in 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter and multiple global navigational satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo), you can trust that the Garmin Instinct watches will do their job in even the toughest environments.
The Tactical Edition features tactical-specific features include stealth mode, Jumpmaster, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS formatting and preloaded tactical activity.
The Esports Edition features dedicated Esports activity profile — allowing users to track, analyze, and broadcast via STR3AMUP! their biometrics while gaming.
All Solar Editions feature solar charging giving incredible battery life in smartwatch and Expedition modes while outdoors. They also have extra features, including Power Manager, Pulse Ox and Body Battery Energy Monitoring.
The Instinct Solar – Tactical Edition is equipped with tactical-specific features such as night vision goggle compatibility and stealth mode.
The Instinct Solar – Surf Edition is packed with specialized surf features such as tide data and a dedicated surfing activity to help you make the most of every wave.
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Garmin Instinct$259.95 – $299.99
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Garmin Instinct – Esports Edition$349.99
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Garmin Instinct – Tactical Edition$349.99Available at a future date.
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Garmin Instinct Solar – Surf Edition$419.99
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Garmin Instinct Solar$419.99 – $469.99
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Garmin Instinct Solar – Tactical Edition$469.99
Garmin tactix Watches – Tactical Functionality
High-resolution display with both daytime use and night vision goggle compatibility. Rugged design with a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated titanium bezel, black titanium rear cover and stainless steel buttons. Tactical-specific features include Jumpmaster, waypoint projection, dual-positioning GPS formatting and preloaded tactical activity.
Tactix Delta adds extra features, such as Stealth Mode to hide your position information and Kill Switch to to erase user data and location according to military guidelines. Also has expedition mode, power manager, music apps, Garmin Pay, round-trip routing, and Body Battery Energy Monitor.
tactix Delta – Solar Edition is the tactical GPS smartwatch with solar charging lens built to military standards (MIL-STD-810).
tactix Delta – Solar Edition with Ballistics version features Applied Ballistics software that calculates aiming solutions for long-range shooting
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Garmin tactix Delta – Sapphire Edition$1,229.99
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Garmin Tactix Delta – Solar Edition$1,539.99 – $1,959.99
Garmin Foretrex Watches – Night Vision Compatibility
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Garmin Foretrex 601$279.99
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Garmin Foretrex 701 Ballistic Edition$689.99
Garmin Foretrex watches are wrist-mounted GPS with night vision goggle compatibility, durable military-grade construction, navigation sensors and smart alerts.
The Garmin Foretrex 701 adds Applied Ballistics Elite software that calculates aiming solutions for long-range shooting.
Garmin Foretrex are wrist-mounted GPS units and do not have many of the smartwatch features of the other fitness and GPS watches.
Compare GARMIN MARQ, FENIX, INSTINCT, TACTIX & FORETREX Series Watches
Product | MARQ Series![]() | Fenix 6 Pro Series![]() | Fenix 6 Pro Solar Series![]() | Instinct![]() | Instinct – Tactical Edition![]() | Instinct Solar![]() | Tactix Delta ![]() | Tactix Delta – Tactical Edition ![]() | Forex Series![]() |
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Lens Material | domed sapphire crystal | Corning® Gorilla® Glass DX or Sapphire Crystal | Corning® Gorilla® Glass DX or Sapphire Crystal | chemically strengthened glass | chemically strengthened glass | Solar-charging Power Glass™ lens | domed sapphire crystal | Solar-charging Power Glass™ lens | ❌ |
Bezel Material | titanium or titanium/ceramic | stainless steel, titanium or Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated steel | stainless steel, titanium or Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated steel | fiber-reinforced polymer | fiber-reinforced polymer | fiber-reinforced polymer | Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated titanium | Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) coated titanium | ❌ |
Case Material | titanium, titanium/DLC | fiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover | fiber-reinforced polymer with metal rear cover | fiber-reinforced polymer | fiber-reinforced polymer | fiber-reinforced polymer | fiber-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover | fiber-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover | MIL-STD-810 Compliant: thermal, shock, water |
Quickfit Watch band compatibility | ✅ (22 mm) | ✅ (20, 22, or 26 mm) | ✅ (20, 22, or 26 mm) | ✅ (22 mm) | ✅ (22 mm) | ✅ (22 mm) | ✅ (26 mm) | ✅ (26 mm) | ❌ |
Strap Material | titanium/silicone, silicone rubber, nylon, or leather | silicone, leather, titanium or nylon | silicone, leather, titanium or nylon | silicone | silicone | silicone | silicone | nylon and silicone | ❌ |
Water rating | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | 10 ATM | IPX7 |
Battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | internal rechargeable battery | 2 AAA batteries (not included) |
Display type | sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) | high-resolution 4-color gray |
Display size | 1.2” (30.4 mm) diameter | 1.3” (33.02 mm) diameter | 1.2″, 1.3″ or 1.4″ diameter (model dependent) | custom, two-window design; 0.9” x 0.9” (23 x 23 mm) | custom, two-window design; 0.9” x 0.9” (23 x 23 mm) | custom, two-window design; 0.9” x 0.9” (23 x 23 mm) | 1.4” (35.56 mm) diameter | 1.4” (35.56 mm) diameter | 2.0″ diagonal |
Display resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 260 x 260 pixels | 240 x 240, 260 x 260 or 280 x 280 pixels (model dependent) | 128 x 128 pixels | 128 x 128 pixels | 128 x 128 pixels | 280 x 280 pixels | 280 x 280 pixels | 200 x 128 pixels |
Color Display | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Night vision mode | on MARQ Commander | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ (in Tactical Edition only) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Stealth Mode | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ (in Tactical Edition only) | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Kill switch | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Battery Life | Smartwatch mode: Up to 12 days GPS mode: Up to 28 hours GPS with Music: Up to 9 hours UltraTrac™ mode: Up to 48 hours | Model dependent: Can be seen above | Model dependent: Can be seen above | Smartwatch mode: Up to 14 days GPS mode: Up to 16 hours UltraTrac™ mode: Up to 40 hours | Smartwatch mode: Up to 14 days GPS mode: Up to 16 hours UltraTrac™ mode: Up to 40 hours | Smartwatch: Up to 24 days/54 days with solar* Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 56 days/Unlimited with solar* GPS: Up to 30 hours/38 hours with solar** Max Battery GPS Mode: Up to 70 hours/145 hours with solar** Expedition GPS Activity: Up to 28 days/68 days with solar* | Smartwatch: Up to 21 days Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 80 days GPS: Up to 60 hours GPS + Music: Up to 15 hours Max Battery GPS Mode: Up to 120 hours Expedition GPS Activity: Up to 46 days | Smartwatch: Up to 21 days/24 days with solar* Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 80 days/120 days with solar* GPS: Up to 60 hours/66 hours with solar** GPS + Music: Up to 15 hours/16 hours with solar** Max Battery GPS Mode: Up to 120 hours/148 hours with solar** Expedition GPS Activity: Up to 46 days/56 days with solar* | Exceeds 48 hours in GPS mode; up to 1 week in UltraTrac™ mode; up to 1 month in watch mode |
Memory/history | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 16 MB | 16 MB | 16 MB | 32 GB | 32 GB | ❌ |
Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory | Map & Memory |
Basemap | All: TOPO Maps + Cycle Map + Ski Maps + Golf Courses Specific units: racetracks, airports, roads, bodies of water, and more. | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Preloaded topographical maps | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Preloaded ski resort maps | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Downloadable cartography support | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Compatible with basecamp | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Waypoints/favorites/locations | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 500 |
Routes | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 20 |
Track log | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | 10,000 |
Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors | Sensors |
Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Barometric Altimeter | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Compass | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Gyroscope | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Thermometer | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Pulse Ox | ✅ (with Acclimation) | ✅ (with Acclimation) | ✅ (with Acclimation) | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features | Daily Smart Features |
Connectivity | Bluetooth®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® | Bluetooth®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® | Bluetooth®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® | Bluetooth®, ANT+® | Bluetooth®, ANT+® | Bluetooth®, ANT+® | Bluetooth® Smart, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® | Bluetooth® Smart, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® | Bluetooth® |
Connect IQ (downloadable watch faces, data fields, widgets & Apps) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Text response/reject phone call with text (Android only) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Calendar | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Weather | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Battery Saver – customizable low power watch | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Controls Smartphone Music | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Plays and controls watch music | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Music Storage | 500 – 2000 songs (model depending) | Up to 2,000 songs | Up to 2,000 songs | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Up to 2,000 songs | Up to 2,000 songs | ❌ |
Find my phone | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Find my watch | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
VIRB Camera Remote | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Smartphone Compatibility | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ | iPhone®, Android™ |
Connect with Garmin Connect Mobile | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Garmin Pay | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features | Activity Tracking Features |
Step counter | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Move Bar (displays on device after a period of inactivity; walk for a couple of minuets to rest it) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Sleep monitoring | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Calories burned | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Floors Climbed | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Distance travelled | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Intensity Minuets | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
TrueUp | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Move IQ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Fitness Age | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ✅ (in app) | ❌ |
All-day Stress Tracking | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features | Safety and Tracking Features |
Live Track | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Group LiveTrack | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Live Event Sharing | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Incident Detection during select activities | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Assistance | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym | Fitness Equipment/Gym |
Preloaded gym activities profiles | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing, Pilates and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing, Pilates and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing and Yoga | Strength, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Rowing and Yoga | ❌ |
Cardio workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Strength workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Yoga workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Pilates workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
On-screen workouts animations | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Automatic rep counting | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features | Training, Planning and Analysis Features |
GPS speed and distance | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Customizable data pages | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Customizable activity profiles | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Auto pause | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Interval training | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Advanced workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Downloadable training plans | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Power modes – customizable in-activity battery settings | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Auto lap | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Manual lap | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Configurable lap alerts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Heat and altitude acclimation | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
V02 max | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Training status | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Training Load | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Training Effect (aerobic) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Training Effect (anaerobic) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Customizable alerts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Audio prompts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Finish time | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Virtual Partner | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Race an Activity | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Auto multisport activities | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Manual Multisport activities | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Course guidance | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Segments (live, Garmin) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Strava features (Beacon, live segments) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Round- trip course creator (running/cycling) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Touch and/or button lock | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Hot keys | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Auto scroll | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Activity history on watch | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features | Heart Rate Features |
HR zones | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
HR alerts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
HR calories | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
% HR max | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
% HRR | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Recovery time | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Auto max HR | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
HRV stress test | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ❌ |
Records heart rate while swimming | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ❌ |
HR broadcast (broadcasts HR data over ANT+ to paired devices) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Respiration rate (during exercise) | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features | Running Features |
Preloaded run profiles | Running, Treadmill Running, Trail Running, Indoor Track Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Trail Running, Virtual Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Trail Running, Virtual Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Trail Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Trail Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Trail Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Trail Running | Running, Treadmill Running, Trail Running | ❌ |
GPS- based distance, time and pace | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Running dynamics | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ |
Vertical oscillation and radio length | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ |
Ground contact time and balance | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ |
Stride length (real time) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ |
Cadence (provides real-time number of steps per minuet) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Performance condition | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Lactate threshold | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ✅ (with compatible accessories) | ❌ |
PacePro pacing strategies | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Run workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Race predictor | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Foot pod capable | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features | Golfing Features |
Yardage to F/M/B layups/doglegs, Measures shot distance, digital scorecard & more | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Full vector map | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Pin Pointer | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
PlayLike distance | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Handicap scoring | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features | Outdoor Recreation Features |
Applied ballistics Calculator | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | in Ballistic Edition | in 701 Ballistic Edition |
Preloaded outdoor recreation profiles | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Jumpmaster, Tactical, MARQ Adventurer & Athlete also feature Expedition | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Jumpmaster, Tactical | Hiking, Indoor and Outdoor Climbing, Bouldering, Surfing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Jumpmaster, Tactical | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Tactical | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Jumpmaster, Tactical | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Fishing, Hunting, Tactical. Plus, Jumpmaster in Tactical Edition and Surfing in Surf Edition | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Jumpmaster, Tactical | Hiking, Climbing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Jumpmaster, Tactical | ❌ |
Point-to-Point navigation | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Bread crumb trail in real time | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Back to start | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
TracBack | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
UltraTrac mode | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Around me mode | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Elevation profile | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Distance to destination | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
ClimbPro Ascents Planner | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Trail run auto climb | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Vertical speed | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Total ascent/desent | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Future elevation plot | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Projected waypoint | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Sight ‘N Go | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Area calculation | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ |
Hunt/fish calendar | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ |
Sun and moon information | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ (via Connect IQ) | ✅ |
Dual grid coordinates | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Expedition GPS Activity | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
XERO Locations | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features | Cycling Features |
Preloaded cycling profiles | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking, Triathlon | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking, Triathlon | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking, Triathlon | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking, Triathlon | Biking, Indoor Biking, Mountain Biking, Triathlon | ❌ |
Courses | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
MTB Grit & Flow | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ||
Bike lap and lap maximum power (with power sensor) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Race an activity | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Time/distance alerts (triggers alarm when you reach goal) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
FTP (Functional Threshold Power) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ✅ (with compatible accessory) | ❌ |
Garmin Cycle Map (routable cycling-specific street maps) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Compatible with vector (power meter) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Power meter compatible | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Advanced vector support | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Compatible with Varia vision | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Compatible with Varia radar | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Compatible with Varia lights | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Speed and cadence sensor support (with sensor) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ✅ (ANT+® and Bluetooth® Smart sensors) | ❌ |
Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features | Swimming Features |
Preloaded swim profiles | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Swimming/Running | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Swimming/Running | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Swimming/Running | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Swimming/Running | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Swimming/Running | ❌ |
Pool swim metrics, stroke type detection, SWOLF, drill logging, open water workouts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Underwater wrist-based heart rate | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
Heart rate (real-time during rests, interval and session stats during rests, and automatic heart rate downloadable post-swim) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ✅ (with HRM-Tri™ and HRM-Swim™) | ❌ |