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Fossil (Model: FTW4016) vs Garmin Swim 2

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Fossil (Model: FTW4016)Garmin Swim 2
Title Fossil Men's Gen 4 Explorist HR Heart Rate Stainless Steel and Leather Touchscreen Smartwatch, Color: Brown (Model: FTW4016)Garmin Swim 2, GPS Swimming Smartwatch for Pool and Open Water, Underwater Heart Rate, Records Distance, Pace, Stroke Count and Type, Slate Gray
Model Fossil
(Model: FTW4016)
Garmin
Swim 2

Basic Info

Suggested Price $289.00$249.99
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Release Feb 2019

Overview

DescriptionKeep tabs on your health and fitness with this slate Garmin Swim 2 smartwatch. The activity-specific profiles monitor swimming activities for accurate performance data, while the GPS tracks your movements to analyze distance and speed during outdoor workouts. This Garmin Swim 2 smartwatch synchronizes with iOS and Android devices for calls and notifications.
Top Features
  • Smartwatches powered with Wear OS by Google work with iPhone and Android Phones
  • Heart Rate & Activity Tracking using Google Fit; Built-in GPS for distance tracking; Swimproof design 3ATM; Google Assistant built in - it’s your own personal Google, always ready to help; Speed through checkout with your watch using Google Pay
  • This is one smart watch - receive smartphone notifications and app alerts, manage your calendar, control your music, download third party apps (your favorite ride-sharing or music apps), and customize your watch face; touchscreen functionality, built-in fitness tracker, microphone, music storage & controls, custom goal & alarm settings, calendar alerts, multiple time zones, weather, LED flashlight, wireless syncing
  • Estimated 24 hour battery life, based on usage plus 2 additional days in low-power mode; magnetic USB rapid charger included; charge up to 80% in under an hour
  • Classic Design. Modern Tech. This 45mm Explorist HR (Heart Rate) touchscreen smartwatch lets you track your heart rate, receive notifications, customize your dial and more; Case size: 45mm; Band size: 22mm; interchangeable with all Fossil 22mm bands; easily change your watch band with quick release pins; imported
  • Compatibility: Android 6.0+ (excluding Go edition), iOS 10.0+
  • GPS swimming smartwatch for the pool and open water
  • Monitors underwater estimated wrist-based heart rate during swim activities
  • Pool swim mode: records distance, pace, stroke count, stroke type and SWOLF (gauges swimming efficiency)
  • Open-water swim mode: uses built-in GPS for swims in lakes, oceans or rivers; records distance, pace, stroke count, SWOLF, stroke rate and stroke distance
  • Offers advanced features for staying on pace, logging drills and more
  • Includes free online analysis, custom workout creation, storage and sharing on Garmin Connect online community
  • Connected features (paired with a compatible smartphone) include smart notifications and automatic uploads to our Garmin Connect online community
  • Battery life: up to 7 days in smartwatch mode, 13 hours in GPS and optical heart rate (ohr) mode and 72 hours in pool and ohr mode

Reviews

Walmart Rating3.7 (out of 274 reviews)5.0 (out of 1 reviews)
BestBuy Rating5 (out of 2 reviews)
Latest Reviews

I would buy this product again n again
Rating: 5
I love my new purchase n does almost all the same as an iwatch except the data charge I incurred every month for past 2 years. Highly recommend product. Easy to use.
by Ang on 2020-05-11T17:00:00

The first android smartwatch worth buying
Rating: 5
For me a smartwatch first has to be a watch I want to wear. I think all the android smartwatches until now have been too bulky for my taste. This smartwatch looks great on the arm, it also functions great too. Android wear is pretty well sorted out and the controls on this hardware are adequate. The battery life is not as good as other offerings but if you charge every night, and don't use the tilt to turn display, it's a non issue. I am excited to see the 5th gen, if all they did was give the battery life a serious boost and add a rotating bezel, I would be first in line.
by Frizzle Fry Frank on 2018-12-04T16:00:00

One of the best for wear 2.0
Rating: 5
This is a great watch and I have absolutely enjoyed wearing it. There are many pros and over the course of using it I have only one con. Pros: Improved battery- I keep wrist gestures on and brightness all the way up and the watch will last all day with about 15 percent left. Beautiful screen--vivid and sharp/picture backgrounds look great Messaging- replying is a breeze and looks more discrete than pulling out your phone. *customizable dials*- by far the best feature. I can choose what information is displaying on my watch at any moment. Con- No external speaker- the only bad thing is you can not complete calls with only the watch. The watch has a mic but no speaker and so if you make a call your phone will do the work but if you have headphones it can still make things easier when your busy.
by Taylor the gadget guy on 2018-12-11T16:00:00

Very nice smartwatch
Rating: 5
Very good, lightweighted. Fast charge but battery use up quite fast also. Excellent watch. I like the watch faces and NFC payment.
by Wingo on 2018-08-20T17:00:00

I would definitely buy this again
Rating: 5
So far it's been amazing and really easy to learn how to use, wish the battery lasted a bit longer, my days are pretty long here lately.
by Missi on 2020-04-29T17:00:00

I LOVE this Smartwatch!!!!
Rating: 5
This Gen 4 Smartwatch Explorist HR Tan Leather watch is FANTASTIC! Easy to use, long battery life, and looks GREAT!!!! Love it!!!
by Teleng10 on 2020-04-29T17:00:00

I love the watch!
Rating: 5
I use mine pretty much all day and use it a fair amount. I really don't see why people complain about the battery life. The watch looks really fashionable and works great.
by Micah on 2018-12-05T16:00:00

GEN 4 SMARTWATCH EXPLORIST HR BLUE / TAN LEATHER
Rating: 4
First time Fossil watch buyer of any kind. Overall aesthetics is great. Love the color combo. It took awhile to get delivered due to the COVID19 pandemic. I'm able to use my watch for a full 8 hrs. and some. I turned off the "Tilt to Wake" & "Always ON Screen" I either tap the screen or press the crown to wake up the watch. Not a big deal. Works for me and maybe not for others. Some people like to have the screen always on and it will definitely drain the battery. Pairing was easy and Setup was a breeze. So far so good. I've had it for 1 full week with no major hiccups. For the price I got it for, I can't complain too much.. I consider my purchase a good buy and we'll see how long this watch will last.
by EJ06 on 2020-05-14T17:00:00

Good purchase based on price
Rating: 4
Wanted a smart watch for some time. Had to restore the original settings twice but think it's working great now. Purchased a watchface application that has made me almost fall in love with the watch. Had the watch band been made for woman's wrist, I would have given the watch rating of 5. Will need to buy a different band because it's not small enough for my wrist. Like the charger a lot!
by Jeweliann on 2020-04-29T17:00:00

I love the watch but battery life is not good
Rating: 4
I use mine for everyday useso I get better battery life. My wife uses hers for working out, kickboxing cardio. By the time the hour is over she only has 37% left. Not enough to make it to the end of the day. I'm thinking about returning hers but she really likes how the fuction work.
by Surfndive2 on 2020-05-06T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by Angelique on 2020-06-29T17:00:00

All Features

Features45mm case 22mm interchangeable strap
Assembled Product Weight10 oz
releaseFeb 2019
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SensorsAccelerometer
Battery Strength IndicatorYes
Product Weight1.27 ounces
Display TypeMIP LCD
Color DisplayYes
Case Size42 millimeters
Customizable Watch FacesYes
Form FactorWristwatch
Backlit DisplayYes
Metrics MeasuredActivity vs. inactivity
Music PlayerYes
Product Width1.65 inches
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Charging Interface(s)USB
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
Maximum Wrist Size7.76 inches
Clock DisplayYes
Multi-Sport TrackingYes
ColorSlate With Silicone Band
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance170 feet
RechargeableYes
Model FamilyGarmin Swim 2
Product Depth0.45 inches
Wi-Fi CompatibilityNone
SeriesSwim 2
Minimum Wrist Size5.08 inches
Mobile NotificationsYes
Alert TypeAudible
Case MaterialPolymer
Case Thickness0.45 inches
Case Width1.65 inches
Screen MaterialGlass
Bluetooth EnabledYes
Adjustable Band LengthYes
Screen Size26.3 millimeters
Band MaterialSilicone
Band TypeStrap
Clasp TypeBuckle
Global PositioningGLONASS
Color CategoryGray
Model Number010-02247-00
Maximum Operating Temperature140 degrees fahrenheit
Operating System CompatibilityAndroid
Water ResistantYes
Minimum Operating Temperature-4 degrees fahrenheit
Product Height1.65 inches
Screen Resolution208 x 208
Product NameSwim 2 Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer
Display ScreenYes
Case ShapeRound
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
BrandGarmin
Additional Accessories IncludedCharging/data cable
Operating SystemGarmin
App CompatibleYes
Vibration AlertYes
Product TypeSmartwatch

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