Garmin Forerunner 245 vs 245 Music Compared No ratings yet.

Garmin recently announced the Forerunner 245 alongside the 245 Music – two great choices for runners and fitness enthusiasts alike.

These two share a lot in common, but differ in the additional onboard storage feature on the 245 Music and for that additional feature you will spend $50 more. In this comparison, we compare the Forerunner 245 vs 245 Music specs and as well features so you know the difference.

Garmin Forerunner 245 vs 245 Music Specs Compared

	Garmin Forerunner 245 Music	Garmin Forerunner 245
EDITOR'S RATING	Design: (4.0 / 5) Battery: (4.1 / 5) Fitness tracking: (4.7 / 5) Features: (3.5 / 5) Price: (3.9 / 5) Average: (4.0 / 5)	Design: (4.0 / 5) Battery: (4.1 / 5) Fitness tracking: (4.7 / 5) Features: (3.5 / 5) Price: (3.9 / 5) Average: (4.0 / 5)
WHERE TO BUY	BUY AT AMAZON	BUY AT AMAZON
ABOUT DEVICE
Device name	Garmin Forerunner 245 Music	Garmin Forerunner 245
Device type	Sporty/Fitness smartwatch	Sporty/Fitness smartwatch
Predessesor	Garmin Forerunner 235	Garmin Forerunner 235
Successor	--	--
Released date	April, 2019	April, 2019
Ideal for	Unisex	Unisex
DISPLAY
Display type	Transflective memory-in-display (MIP)	Transflective memory-in-display (MIP)
Display size	1.2 inches	1.2 inches
Screen resolution	240 x 240 pixels	240 x 240 pixels
Density	--	--
Input type	5 Physical buttons (not touchscreen)	5 Physical buttons (not touchscreen)
BODY
Shape	Circular	Circular
Dimension	42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm	42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm
Weight	38.5 grams	38.5 grams
Casing material	Thermoplastic polymer	Thermoplastic polymer
Strap/band material	Silicone	Silicone
Bezel Material	Fiber-reinforced polymer	Fiber-reinforced polymer
Strap size	20mm	20mm
Screen protection	Corning Gorilla glass 3	Corning Gorilla glass 3
Water resistant/Protection	Yes, 5ATM	Yes, 5ATM
Swim-proof	Yes, recommended	Yes, recommended
Color(s)	Black, aqua, white	Slate gray, berry
MEMORY
RAM	--	--
Internal storage	200 hours of activity data/up to 500 music tracks	200 hours of activity data
Memory card slot	--	--
CONNECTIVITY
Bluetooth	Bluetooth smart v4.2 LE, ANT+	Bluetooth smart v4.2 LE, ANT+
Wi-Fi	Yes	--
NFC	No	No
GPS	GPS/GLONASS/Galileo	GPS/GLONASS/Galileo
CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY
Technology	No	No
SIM slot	No	No
Band	No	No
NOTIFICATIONS
Email alert	Yes	Yes
SMS alert	Yes	Yes
Calls alert	Yes	Yes
Event reminder	Yes	Yes
Weather forecast	Yes	Yes
Third-party apps	Yes	Yes
FITNESS TRACKING
Sleep tracking	Yes	Yes
Heart rate monitoring	Yes	Yes
Distance covered	Yes	Yes
Steps climbed	Yes	Yes
Calories	Yes	Yes
MEDIA
Audio	mp3/mp4	--
Bluetooth music	Yes	No
Radio	No	No
Loudspeaker	No	No
Microphone	No	No
Camera	No	No
SENSORS
Accelerometer	Yes	Yes
Altimeter	--	--
Heart rate monitor (HRM)	Yes	Yes
Barometer	--	--
Gyroscope	--	--
Ambient light	--	--
Other sensors	Compass and Pulse Oximeter	Compass and Pulse Oximeter
PLATFORM
Operating system (OS)	Proprietary OS	Proprietary OS
Chipset	--	--
CPU	--	--
GPU	--	--
BATTERY
Type of battery	Non-removable Li-ion battery	Non-removable Li-ion battery
Battery capacity	--	--
Battery life	Smartwatch Mode: Up to 7 days GPS mode with music: Up to 6 hours GPS mode without music: Up to 24 hours	Smartwatch Mode: Up to 7 days GPS mode: Up to 24 hours
Charging	Charging cradle	Charging cradle
Charging time	About 1-2 hours	About 1-2 hours
MISC
Payment system	No	No
Compatibility	Android and iOS	Android and iOS
Companion app	Garmin connect app	Garmin connect app
Customizable watch face	Yes	Yes
Interchangeable band	Yes, 20mm	Yes, 20mm
Voice command	No	No
BOX CONTENTS
	Garmin Forerunner 245 Music	Garmin Forerunner 245
	Straps	Straps
	USB charging cable	USB charging cable
	Quick start guide	Quick start guide
PRICE COMPARED
Price	About $350	About $300

What’s the Difference?

Garmin Forerunner 245 vs 245 Music: Which is Better?

Obviously the Forerunner 245 Music is a better choice, it gives more value for money.

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