Garmin Bounce 2 vs Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mmSize, Specs & Wrist Fit Compared
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Garmin
Bounce 2
Garmin
Vivomove HR - 43mm
The Garmin Bounce 2 and Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm share a near-identical 43mm case, so wrist presence comes down to thickness, lug-to-lug and weight.
The Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm is the slimmer of the two (11.6mm vs 12.4mm), so it slides under a cuff more easily.
On the wrist the Garmin Bounce 2 feels lighter (26.5g vs 40.8g, case only).
Specification Comparison
| Spec | GarminBounce 2 | GarminVivomove HR - 43mm |
|---|---|---|
| Case Width | 43mm | 43mm |
| Thickness | 12.4mm | 11.6mm |
| Weight | 26.5g | 40.8g |
| Shape | Circular | Circular |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM | Water resistant |
| GPS | Yes | No |
| Display | 1.2 inches | OLED/AMOLED |
| Always-On Display | No | No |
| Battery life | 2 days | 5 days |
| Has wireless charging | No | — |
| Has a removable battery | No | — |
| Has a solar power battery | No | — |
| Has a rechargeable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Has a battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Released | 2025 | 2017 |
Full Specification Comparison
110 specs| Spec | Garmin Bounce 2 | Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| width | 43 | 43 |
| height | 43 | 43 |
| volume | 22.93 cm³ | 21.45 cm³ |
| weight | 26.5 g | 40.8 g |
| thickness | 12.4 | 11.6 |
| ATM rating | 5 ATM | — |
| resolution | 390 x 390 px | 64 x 128 px |
| screen size | 1.2 inches | — |
| Display type | OLED/AMOLED | OLED/AMOLED |
| Has a display | Yes | Yes |
| pixel density | 459 ppi | — |
| water resistance | Water resistant | Water resistant |
| Always-On Display | No | No |
| has a touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| is designed for kids | Yes | — |
| Watch band is replaceable | Yes | Yes |
| Has sapphire glass display | No | — |
| has branded damage-resistant glass | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| battery life | 2 days | 5 days |
| has wireless charging | No | — |
| has a removable battery | No | — |
| Has a solar power battery | No | — |
| has a rechargeable battery | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | ||
| has GPS | Yes | No |
| has a compass | No | — |
| Has a barometer | No | Yes |
| has a gyroscope | No | — |
| Has a cadence sensor | No | — |
| has an accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
| Monitors perspiration | No | — |
| Has a heart rate monitor | No | Yes |
| Has a temperature sensor | No | — |
| Monitors blood oxygenation levels | No | — |
| Features | ||
| release date | 2025-09-18 | 2017-09-01 |
| Has a stopwatch | Yes | Yes |
| Has smart alarm | No | — |
| Has call control | Yes | Yes |
| Has silent alarm | Yes | Yes |
| has HRV tracking | No | — |
| internal storage | 4GB | — |
| measures VO2 max | No | Yes |
| Has notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Has ECG technology | No | — |
| has a front camera | No | — |
| has fall detection | Yes | — |
| has voice commands | Yes | — |
| Acquires GPS faster | No | — |
| Has vibrating alerts | Yes | Yes |
| number of microphones | 1 | — |
| shows readiness level | No | — |
| Can be used to answer calls | Yes | — |
| measures resting heart rate | No | Yes |
| has irregular heart rate warnings | No | — |
| has fast/slow heart rate notifications | No | Yes |
| Has a built-in camera remote control function | No | — |
| warranty period | — | 1 years |
| Locates your phone | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| has NFC | No | No |
| SIM cards | 1 eSIM | — |
| supports ANT+ | No | Yes |
| supports Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| supports Galileo | Yes | — |
| has a cellular module | Yes | — |
| Is compatible with iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Is compatible with Android | Yes | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Is compatible with Windows | Yes | — |
| Is compatible with Mac OS X | Yes | — |
| has an external memory slot | No | — |
| has a battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack | Yes | — |
| Has auto pause | — | Yes |
| Available on PC | — | Yes |
| Compatible with smart scales | — | Yes |
| Compatible with external heart rate monitors | — | Yes |
| App & Software | ||
| Has achievements | Yes | Yes |
| Has goal setting | Yes | Yes |
| Has weight tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks water intake | Yes | Yes |
| Has inactivity alerts | Yes | Yes |
| Provides activity reports | Yes | Yes |
| Counts how many calories you've burned | Yes | Yes |
| Ad-free | — | Yes |
| Free app | — | Yes |
| Tracks BMI | — | Yes |
| Has coaching | — | Yes |
| Includes maps | — | Yes |
| Supports routes | — | Yes |
| Has live tracking | — | Yes |
| Has exercise diary | — | Yes |
| Predicts ovulation | — | Yes |
| Can be personalised | — | Yes |
| Predicts start date | — | Yes |
| Has period notifications | — | Yes |
| Has temperature tracking | — | Yes |
| Doesn’t require account | — | No |
| Displays fertile window notifications | — | Yes |
| Activity tracking | ||
| Measures pace | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks distance | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks elevation | No | Yes |
| Designed for golf | No | No |
| Tracks your sleep | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks steps taken | Yes | Yes |
| Designed for diving | No | — |
| Has a route tracker | No | Yes |
| Has exercise tagging | Yes | Yes |
| Has multi-sport mode | No | — |
| Tracks calorie intake | Yes | Yes |
| Provides sleep reports | Yes | Yes |
| Detects activities automatically | Yes | — |
| Has a stroke counter for swimming | Yes | No |
Wrist Fit
Garmin Bounce 2
Sits best on wrists ~45–61mm wide (≈ 12.0–16.3cm circumference).
Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm
Sits best on wrists ~45–61mm wide (≈ 12.0–16.3cm circumference).
2D Dimension Schematics
Accurate scale drawings based on case dimensions. Drag to pan, Ctrl+scroll to zoom. Works for every watch regardless of photo availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Garmin Bounce 2 bigger than the Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm?
Both have a 43mm case. Compare their thickness and lug-to-lug above to judge wrist presence.
Which fits a smaller wrist better, the Garmin Bounce 2 or the Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm?
The Garmin Bounce 2 suits wrists around 45–61mm wide, and the Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm around 45–61mm. The one with the smaller lower bound is the safer pick for a small wrist.
Can I see the Garmin Bounce 2 and Garmin Vivomove HR - 43mm side by side at true scale?
Yes — the schematics and photos above show both watches at matched scale, and our fit tool overlays each on your wrist width.