Garmin Forerunner 45s
192.12
Garmin Forerunner 45s
Garmin Forerunner 45
161.63
Garmin Forerunner 45

Garmin Forerunner 45s vs. Garmin Forerunner 45

Garmin Forerunner 45s
Garmin Forerunner 45
Garmin Forerunner 45s

192.12

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Garmin Forerunner 45

161.63

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Pros
The built-in Garmin ELEVATE optical heart rate monitor measures your heart rate 24/7 and gives you insight into your health and performance through the Garmin Connect App.
The powerful GPS receiver for GPS, GLONASS and GALILEO satellites ensures that you have good GPS reception even when outdoors and mountainous terrain.
Your personal Garmin Coach draws up training plans for you, based on your current level and goals.
The powerful battery allows you to use the watch for almost a week without recharging.
The built-in Garmin ELEVATE optical heart rate monitor measures your heart rate 24/7 and gives you insight into your health and performance through the Garmin Connect App.
The powerful GPS receiver for GPS, GLONASS and GALILEO satellites ensures good GPS reception even in outlying areas and in the mountains.
Your personal Garmin Coach will create training plans for you based on your level and goals.
The strong battery allows you to use the watch for almost a week without recharging it.
Cons
An optical heart rate monitor is generally a little less accurate during intensive interval training than a heart rate monitor.
It is not possible to pair ANT+ or Bluetooth sensors, such as a speed or cadence sensors from your bike.
If you have a large wrist circumference, the Forerunner 45S may be too small. In that case, go for the Forerunner 45.
An optical heart rate monitor is slightly less accurate in general when used during intensive interval training compared to an heart rate belt.
If you have a small wrist circumference, the Forerunner 45 may be too big. In that case, go for the Forerunner 45S.

Specifications

Navigation
No
No
Map View
No
No
Heart Rate Monitor
Heart rate monitor in wrist strap
Heart rate monitor in wrist strap
Altimeter
Yes, GPS
Yes, GPS
Screen Size
1.04 inch
1.04 inch
Screen Resolution
208 x 208 Pixels
208 x 208 Pixels
Touchscreen
No
No
Connector plug
USB
USB
Training Schedule
Yes
Yes
Smartphone Notification Type
Message
Caller ID
Notifications
Message
Caller ID
Notifications
Thermometer
No
No
Vibrating alert
Yes
Yes
GPS Sensor
Yes
Yes
ANT+
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Waterproof
Waterproof
Waterproof
Alerts
Visual
Acoustic
Visual
Acoustic
Backlight
Yes
Yes
Constant backlight
Yes, adjustable
Yes, adjustable
Calories
Yes
Yes
24H activity measurement
Yes
Yes
Coaching
Yes
Yes
Power Source
Internal Battery
Internal Battery
OS Compatibility
Android
iOS
Android
iOS
Sport
Cycling
Running
Swimming
Fitness
Cycling
Running
Swimming
Fitness
Step Counter
Yes
Yes
Sleep Monitor
Yes
Yes
Virtual Partner
No
No
Stopwatch
Yes
Yes
Climbed Steps
No
No
Motion Sensor
Yes
Yes
Colour
Black
White
Black
Red
Payment function
No
Recommended for type of cyclist
Recreational cyclist
Recreational cyclist
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