Garmin Approach S72: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Garmin Approach S72 is a sport watch released in 2026 that works with iPhone and Android. It lists 5ATM, Garmin Pay and Sapphire.
Specifications
| Release year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Case size | 43 / 47 mm |
| Display | AMOLED |
| Battery as listed | Up to 16 days smartwatch (larger size) · up to 20 hours GPS on the golf course |
| Water rating | 5ATM |
| Glass | Sapphire |
| Case material | Titanium bezel |
| GPS type | Multi-system GNSS (approx.) |
| Offline maps | Yes |
| Operating system | Garmin OS (approx.) |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | No cellular connection |
| Contactless wallet | Garmin Pay |
| Plan needed | None |
| Health sensors | SpO2, Heart rate, HRV, Skin temperature, ECG |
Who it fits
- Works with iPhone and Android.
- Lists an exact water rating of 5ATM or higher.
How it compares
Closest models from Garmin
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Enduro 4 | 2026 | 51 mm | Up to 90 days (solar) · up to 320 GPS hours (solar) | 10ATM | Multi-system GNSS (approx.) | iOS and Android |
| Garmin tactix 8 Cerakote Edition | 2026 | 51 mm | Up to 29 days | 10ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Forerunner 970 | 2025 | 47 mm | Up to 15 days (approx.) | 5ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
Closest models from other brands
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra | 2026 | 47 mm (approx.) | Up to 30 days · 60 GPS hours continuous | 5ATM (approx.) | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar | 2026 | 51.4 mm | Up to 25 days · 34 with sun | 10ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 | 2026 | 48 mm | Up to 30 days · 50+ GPS hours | 10ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
Compared with Garmin Enduro 4, Garmin Approach S72 lists a lower ATM rating (5 against 10) and Titanium bezel case material, where Garmin Enduro 4 lists Fiber-reinforced polymer case, titanium bezel.
Compared with Garmin tactix 8 Cerakote Edition, Garmin Approach S72 lists a lower ATM rating (5 against 10) and Titanium bezel case material, where Garmin tactix 8 Cerakote Edition lists Cerakote-coated titanium.
Compared with Garmin Forerunner 970, Garmin Approach S72 lists a newer release year (2026 against 2025).
Compared with Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra, Garmin Approach S72 lists a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra does not list.
Compared with Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar, Garmin Approach S72 lists a lower ATM rating (5 against 10), Titanium bezel case material, where Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar lists Grade 5 titanium and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar does not list.
Compared with Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2, Garmin Approach S72 lists a lower ATM rating (5 against 10), Titanium bezel case material, where Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 lists Grade-5 titanium bezel and back and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 does not list.
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Phone compatibility and plan
No plan is listed as needed.
Sensors and features are listed as the maker names them and are not medical measurements.
Related guides and lists
- Battery life explained
- Phone compatibility
- Water resistance ratings
- Sensors explained
- Garmin smartwatches
- All models
Last verified September 26, 2026
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