The Garmin Swim 2 is a fitness watch made for people who need a watch for swimming. It’s not a good choice if you’re looking for a multi-sport device. Still, if all you want is a watch to keep track of your water-based activities, this might be great. The Swim 2 looks like a standard Garmin at first glance, but it was made in a way that makes it great for the pool. It is 42mm in diameter and has a 1.04-inch screen and five buttons all around the case.
There are two good things about the smaller size. First, it makes the look more unique, which isn’t always something Garmin does well. Second, it makes the watch lighter. The Swim 2 is 36g, which helps it stay out of the way when you’re swimming.The transflective MIP (memory in pixel) display means that the screen reflects light to make it easier to read, which is especially helpful when you’re underwater, while using less power. We know the water is clear because we swam in it several times.
Specifications
- Style Smartwatch
- Color White
- Screen Size 1.04 Inches
- Special Feature Up to 7 Days of Battery Life; Always-On Full-Color Chroma Display; Pool and Open Water Swim Modes
- Shape Round
Where to get Garmin Swim 2 smartwatch?
Even though Apple’s monitor has a much more detailed display with more data points, the Garmin display was easier to read at a glance when we were swimming or when my goggles were a little fogged up. This is why you’re here, and this is the only reason you should buy the Garmin Swim 2.
This watch has other workout modes for running, cycling, and exercise, but they don’t have as many features or data as swimming or similar modes on other Garmin watches. In short, if you plan to use any of those modes a lot, we wouldn’t suggest this watch. There are two ways to work out while swimming: in a pool or in open water. When you swim in a pool, the Garmin Swim 2 gives you access to features you won’t find on other Garmin devices. The most important of these is tracking your heart rate, which we’ll talk more about below.
