103 facts in comparison
Apple Watch Series 4 vs Garmin Vivoactive 4
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Why is Apple Watch Series 4 better than Garmin Vivoactive 4?
- Can be used to answer calls?
- 2.73x higher resolution?
384 x 480pxvs260 x 260px - 36.92% bigger screen size?
1.78"vs1.3" - 21.91% higher pixel density?
345ppivs283ppi - Has wireless charging?
- Has voice commands?
- Has a cellular module?
- Has a built-in camera remote control function?
Why is Garmin Vivoactive 4 better than Apple Watch Series 4?
- 7.25 days longer battery life?
8 daysvs0.75 days - Is compatible with Android?
- Tracks your sleep?
- Provides sleep reports?
- Always-On Display?
- Has smart alarm?
- Has a cadence sensor?
- Can be personalised?
Price comparison
Apple Watch Series 4
Buy used:
$294.00
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44...Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44MM) - Space Gray Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (Renewed) | $304.97 | |||
| Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44...Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44mm) - Stainless Steel Case with White Sport Band | $729.99 | |||
| ROSE GOLD Smart Watch Series 4 Smartwatc...ROSE GOLD Smart Watch Series 4 Smartwatch for apple iphone 6 6s 7 8 X XS plus for samsung IOS android Smart Watch honor3 xiaomi | $88.50 | |||
Garmin Vivoactive 4
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin vivoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Fea...Garmin vivoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring, Animated Workouts, Pulse Ox Sensors and More, Black | $279.10 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Sm...Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Smartwatch with Contactless Payments and Built-In Sports Apps, Black with Silver Hardware | $127.99 | |||
| Garmin vívoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Fea...Garmin vívoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring, Animated Workouts, Pulse Ox Sensors and More, Black (Renewed) | $269.99 | |||
| Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with ...Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with Built-in Sports Apps - Black/Silver (Renewed) | $99.99 | |||
| Garmin Venu, GPS Smartwatch with Bright ...Garmin Venu, GPS Smartwatch with Bright Touchscreen Display, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring, Animated Workouts, Pulse Ox Sensor and More, Black | $329.99 | |||
| Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartw...Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch with Heart Rate, Music, Alexa Built-In, Sleep and Swim Tracking, Bordeaux/Copper Rose, One Size (S and L Bands Included) | $192.00 | |||
| Garmin vívoactive 3 Music, GPS Smartwatc...Garmin vívoactive 3 Music, GPS Smartwatch with Music Storage, Supports Spotify - Black (Renewed) | $148.00 | |||
| Garmin vívoactive Black | $239.99 | |||
| Garmin 010-02064-00 Instinct, Rugged Out...Garmin 010-02064-00 Instinct, Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS, Features GLONASS and Galileo, Heart Rate Monitoring and 3-Axis Compass, Graphite | $216.95 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-11 Vivoactive 3 GPS Fit...Garmin 010-01769-11 Vivoactive 3 GPS Fitness Smartwatch (Black & Gunmetal) + 1 Year Extended Warranty | $169.99 | |||
| [6-Pack] Supershieldz for Garmin Vivoact...[6-Pack] Supershieldz for Garmin Vivoactive 4 (45mm) Screen Protector, Anti-Bubble High Definition (HD) Clear Shield | $6.99 | |||
Design
1.is dustproof and water-resistant
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
2.has branded damage-resistant glass
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
3.sweat resistance
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
4.has a touch screen
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
5.Watch band is replaceable
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The watch band is removable and can be replaced by any standard watch band of the correct size, allowing you to customise it to your liking.
6.Has a display
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
Sensors
1.Has a heart rate monitor
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
A heart rate monitor can help show your fitness levels, enabling you to calculate a suitable intensity of exercise.
2.has GPS
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
3.Monitors blood oxygenation levels
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Your blood oxygen level is a measurement how much oxygen is reaching your muscles. It is important because low levels mean that you will become easily fatigued during exercise. The more exercise you do, the better your blood oxygen levels will become.
4.has an accelerometer
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.
5.has a compass
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
A compass is useful for gaming, maps, and navigation software.
6.Has a barometer
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.
Activity tracking
1.Tracks distance
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
It tracks how far you travel.
2.Tracks your sleep
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
It can track your sleep, such as how long you sleep for and the quality.
3.Tracks steps taken
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
It tracks how many steps you take throughout the day, allowing you to see how active you have been.
4.Measures pace
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Measuring pace shows how much time it takes to travel one kilometer or one mile. For example, in running, a 4 minute kilometer would be a very good pace.
5.Counts how many calories you have burnt
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.
6.Provides activity reports
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.
Connectivity
1.Is compatible with Android
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
2.Syncs wirelessly
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device syncs all of your data wirelessly, without the need for cables.
3.supports Wi-Fi
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
4.Automatically syncs
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device automatically syncs your data when in range of your computer or smartphone.
5.has NFC
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions.
6.supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.
Battery
1.battery life
0.75 days
8 days
With a longer battery life, you don’t have to worry about charging the device as often.
2.has a battery level indicator
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
3.has a rechargeable battery
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
4.has wireless charging
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The manufacturer offers a branded wireless charging kit. To charge the device, you simply put it down on its charging base.
5.battery life with GPS on
18h
18h
There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
6.Has a solar power battery
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
Features
1.Locates your phone
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.
2.Can be used to answer calls
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device has a speaker and microphone that allow you to answer calls made to your smartphone.
3.Has notifications
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
If you get a notification such as a call or message, the device will vibrate on your wrist or make a noise to alert you.
4.Has call control
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device alerts you to incoming calls on your smartphone, and allows you extra control such as muting or rejecting the call.
5.Has silent alarm
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
The device can wake you using vibration, so as not to disturb anyone else sleeping in the room.
6.Has a stopwatch
Apple Watch Series 4
Garmin Vivoactive 4
With a stopwatch you can time yourself.
Miscellaneous
You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.
You can listen to your own music when working out. This can make exercising more enjoyable and motivate you to push yourself further.
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
It has an exercise diary, allowing you to easily keep track of your previous workouts.
Your data is synced to the cloud, making it easier to access across different devices and making sure it is always backed up in case you lose your device.
You can personalize the appearance of the app - for example, choosing a different theme or colors.
Price comparison
Apple Watch Series 4
Buy used:
$294.00
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44...Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44MM) - Space Gray Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (Renewed) | $304.97 | |||
| Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44...Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44mm) - Stainless Steel Case with White Sport Band | $729.99 | |||
| ROSE GOLD Smart Watch Series 4 Smartwatc...ROSE GOLD Smart Watch Series 4 Smartwatch for apple iphone 6 6s 7 8 X XS plus for samsung IOS android Smart Watch honor3 xiaomi | $88.50 | |||
Garmin Vivoactive 4
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin vivoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Fea...Garmin vivoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring, Animated Workouts, Pulse Ox Sensors and More, Black | $279.10 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Sm...Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Smartwatch with Contactless Payments and Built-In Sports Apps, Black with Silver Hardware | $127.99 | |||
| Garmin vívoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Fea...Garmin vívoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring, Animated Workouts, Pulse Ox Sensors and More, Black (Renewed) | $269.99 | |||
| Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with ...Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with Built-in Sports Apps - Black/Silver (Renewed) | $99.99 | |||
| Garmin Venu, GPS Smartwatch with Bright ...Garmin Venu, GPS Smartwatch with Bright Touchscreen Display, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring, Animated Workouts, Pulse Ox Sensor and More, Black | $329.99 | |||
| Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartw...Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch with Heart Rate, Music, Alexa Built-In, Sleep and Swim Tracking, Bordeaux/Copper Rose, One Size (S and L Bands Included) | $192.00 | |||
| Garmin vívoactive 3 Music, GPS Smartwatc...Garmin vívoactive 3 Music, GPS Smartwatch with Music Storage, Supports Spotify - Black (Renewed) | $148.00 | |||
| Garmin vívoactive Black | $239.99 | |||
| Garmin 010-02064-00 Instinct, Rugged Out...Garmin 010-02064-00 Instinct, Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS, Features GLONASS and Galileo, Heart Rate Monitoring and 3-Axis Compass, Graphite | $216.95 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-11 Vivoactive 3 GPS Fit...Garmin 010-01769-11 Vivoactive 3 GPS Fitness Smartwatch (Black & Gunmetal) + 1 Year Extended Warranty | $169.99 | |||
| [6-Pack] Supershieldz for Garmin Vivoact...[6-Pack] Supershieldz for Garmin Vivoactive 4 (45mm) Screen Protector, Anti-Bubble High Definition (HD) Clear Shield | $6.99 | |||
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