The same 1.2" 390×390 screen and NFC. A Forerunner for running or the all-round vivoactive?
Short answer
Forerunner 170 - barometer, running analytics, cheaper. vivoactive 6 - Wi-Fi, 8 GB, BeiDou and QZSS, thinner and lighter (23 g).
Key differences
| Spec | Garmin Forerunner 170 | Garmin vivoactive 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 1.2", AMOLED, 390×390 | 1.2", AMOLED, 390×390 |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Battery life | up to 10 days | up to 11 days |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou |
| NFC | yes | yes |
| Sensors | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature | heart rate, compass, gyroscope, temperature |
| Protection | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Compatibility | iPhone, Android | iPhone, Android |
| Dimensions, weight | 42.6×42.6×11.9 mm, 41 g | 42.2×42.2×10.9 mm, 23 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Storage
4 vs 8 GB.
Connectivity
Bluetooth and ANT+ vs added Wi-Fi.
Case
11.9 mm and 41 g vs 10.9 mm and 23 g.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Running and price - Forerunner 170.
- Low weight and music - vivoactive 6.
FAQ
What is the battery life?
Up to 10 and up to 11 days.
Is the protection the same?
Yes, 5 ATM.
Which is cheaper?
The Forerunner 170.