The Garmin Forerunner 620 and Garmin Forerunner 220 have many similarities, but also have some distinct differences in some of the special features offered. This feature list for the two watches gives you a side by side comparison of the Garmin 620 and 220 to help you decide which watch will be the right fit for you.
Features |
Garmin |
Garmin |
Summary |
Full featured color GPS watch with no compromise. |
Popular color screen GPS running watch that will be great for most people. |
Unit Dimensions |
1.8”x1.8”x0.5” (4.5×4.5×1.25cm) |
1.8”x1.8”x0.5” (4.5×4.5×1.2cm) |
Display Size |
1.0” (2.54 cm) diameter |
1.0” (2.54 cm) diameter |
Weight |
1.5 oz (43.6 g) |
1.4 oz (40.7 g) |
Touchscreen |
Yes |
No |
Battery |
Rechargeable lithium-ion |
Rechargeable lithium-ion |
Battery Life |
Up to 6 weeks in watch mode; up to 10 hrs in training mode |
Up to 6 weeks in watch mode; up to 10 hrs in training mode |
Water Rating |
5 ATM |
5 ATM |
GPS-Enabled |
Yes |
Yes |
High-Sensitivity Receiver |
Yes |
Yes |
Data History |
200 hours of activity data |
200 hours of activity data |
Footpod |
Yes (optional) |
Yes (optional) |
Automatic sync (automatically transfers data to your computer) |
Yes |
Yes |
Garmin Connect compatible (online community to analyze and share data) |
Yes |
Yes |
Virtual Partner (train against a digital person) |
Yes |
No |
Auto Pause (pauses and resumes timer based on speed) |
Yes |
Yes |
Auto Lap (automatically starts a new lap) |
Yes |
Yes |
Auto Scroll (cycles through data pages during workout) |
Yes |
Yes |
Advanced workouts (create custom, goal-oriented workouts) |
Yes |
Yes |
Pace Alert (triggers alarm if you vary from preset pace) |
Yes |
Yes |
Time/Distance Alert (triggers alarm when you reach goal) |
Yes |
No |
Vibration Alert (choose between alert tones and/or vibration alert) |
Yes |
Yes |
Interval Training (set up exercise and rest intervals) |
Yes |
Yes |
Heart Rate-based Calorie Computation |
Yes |
Yes |
Training Effect (measures impact of an activity on your aerobic fitness) |
Yes |
No |
Customizable Screen(s) |
Yes |
Yes |
Stopwatch |
Yes |
Yes |
V02 Max Estimate (estimates your body’s maximal oxygen consumption) |
Yes |
No |
Recovery Advisor (how long before you should attempt another hard workout) |
Yes |
No |
Race Predictor |
Yes |
No |
Running Dynamics |
Yes |
No |
Run/Walk Feature |
Yes |
Yes |
If you haven’t already checked out my detailed review of the Garmin Forerunner 620 or the Garmin Forerunner 220, take a look. My detailed review gives a more in-depth look at each watch and is quite helpful in understanding some of the watch features. If you are dazzled by all the buttons and whistles (like I am), check out pricing for the Garmin 620 or Garmin 220.
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