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Comparing the fenix 6S Standard Edition With Other fenix 6 Editions

For information on the fenix 7 series, see Comparing the fenix 7S With Other fenix 7 Editions.

Below are some FAQs to help you learn what's new with the fenix 6S Standard Edition and help you decide which one is right for you.



Which fenix 6 Size Is Right for Me?

Our fenix 6 line allows you to choose the right sized watch based on your preference or your wrist size. Below is a comparison between the three different fenix 6 sizes.


fenix 6 Size Comparison


Band WidthWrist Circumference1Case DiameterScreen Size
fenix 6S20 mm108–182 mm (4.25-7.16”)42 mm1.2"
fenix 622 mm125–208 mm (4.96-8.18”)47 mm1.3"
fenix 6X26 mm127–210 mm (5-8.26”)51 mm1.4"

For an overview of the feature differences across the fenix 6 series, see the new features comparison below.

1Note: Wrist circumference sizes are based on the silicone band.


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Why Should I Select the Pro or Sapphire Edition?

Our fenix 6S Pro and Sapphire editions add features to improve your activity experience, such as onboard music storage, preloaded TopoActive mapping and Wi-Fi® connectivity.


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What Is the Difference Between Corning® Gorilla® Glass and Sapphire Crystal Lens?

Corning Gorilla Glass is designed to be scratch resistant, but it is not as durable as the sapphire crystal lens. The sapphire crystal lens is incredibly durable and is the third hardest mineral, right behind diamond. As a result, the lens is much harder to scratch than glass. Please note that while the sapphire crystal lens can be very difficult to scratch, it is still not scratchproof.


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What Mapping Is Preloaded on the fenix 6S Standard Edition Smartwatch?

Mapping is not supported on fenix 6S Standard Edition, but you are able to download up to 5 golf courses near you by using the Garmin Connect app

If you want to view maps on your watch, check out our fenix 6 Pro or fenix 6 Sapphire editions, which come preloaded with mapping that includes routable street and off-road networks, popular ski resort maps and more than 41,000 golf courses.


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What Is Pulse Ox?

Pulse oximetry, or Pulse Ox1 for short, is a noninvasive method used to measure the saturation of oxygen in the bloodstream. Compatible watches use a combination of red and infrared lights with sensors on the back of the device to determine the percentage of oxygenated blood, or SpO2%, available in your blood. Typical readings can vary from 85 to 100%, but this can vary widely based on many factors.

1Pulse Ox data is intended for recreational use only. Pulse Ox data should not be treated as any type of medical diagnosis or treatment of disease. This is not a medical device; see Garmin.com/ataccuracy.


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What New Settings Are Available in the Power Manager?

Power manager offers various settings to manage battery use. Some of these features include battery saver and power mode. Battery saver controls your everyday settings so you can adjust features — such as backlight, smartphone connection or optical heart rate — that are on or off. Power modes allow you to set these features to use for your activity profile.


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What Is the PacePro™ Feature?

PacePro is a new addition to our running features, where you can create a pace plan from a Garmin Connect course or by selecting a distance. Once selected, you can customize the guidance based on personal racing strategies, and we provide dynamic grade-adjusted pace guidance based on the elevation profile and distance of your activity.


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How Do These New Features Compare?

Below is an overview comparison of available features across the fenix 6 series. For a complete comparison, see comparison charts below.


Feature Comparison


fenix 5S Sapphirefenix 6Sfenix 6S Profenix 6S Sapphire
Display Size1.1" (218 x 218 pixels)1.2" (240 x 240 pixels)1.2" (240 x 240 pixels)1.2" (240 x 240 pixels)
Memory64 MB64 MB32 GB32 GB
Listen to music without your phone

Store up to 2,000 songsStore up to 2,000 songs
Music apps

Control music on your phone
Battery life - smartwatch modeUp to 9 daysUp to 9 daysUp to 9 daysUp to 9 days
Battery life - GPS activityUp to 14 hoursUp to 25 hoursUp to 25 hoursUp to 25 hours
Battery life - music & GPS activityN/AN/AUp to 6 hoursUp to 6 hours
Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 lens

Scratch-resistant sapphire lens

Pulse Ox acclimation sensor1
Garmin PayTM contactless Payments2
Power manager
Heat & altitude-adjusted VO2 max
Body Battery™ energy monitor
Preloaded topographical maps

Preloaded ski maps

Preloaded golf courses

Download from Garmin Connect only

Download from Garmin Connect only

ClimbPro feature

Download from Garmin Connect only

Trendline™ popularity routing


PacePro™ feature

Download from Garmin Connect only

1This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition; see Garmin.com/ataccuracy. Pulse Ox not available in all countries.
2View current supported country, payment network and issuing bank information


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Comparison Charts

The following comparison charts have been created for you to review differences in product features and specifications.


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