Garmin Approach S50 Watch

The Garmin Approach S50 GPS Golf Smartwatch is designed for golfers who want detailed course information, practical shot-planning tools and useful health and fitness features in one lightweight device. Its bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen provides clear, colorful visuals for distances, hazards and course maps. With more than 43,000 preloaded golf courses, the watch can show distances to the front, middle and back of the green, while PlaysLike Distance helps adjust yardage for elevation changes. Beyond golf, the Approach S50 provides wrist-based heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, stress monitoring, Body Battery and several activity profiles. The lightweight 43 mm design and black ComfortFit nylon band are suitable for long rounds and everyday wear. With up to 10 days of smartwatch battery life and up to 15 hours in GPS mode, it is built for reliable use both on and off the course.

Key Features

• AMOLED Display: Bright 1.2-inch color AMOLED touchscreen provides clear and detailed golf information.

• Golf Course Maps: Includes more than 43,000 preloaded golf courses worldwide.

• Green Distances: Shows distances to the front, middle and back of the green.

• PlaysLike Distance: Adjusts playing distance based on elevation changes for better shot planning.

• Hazard View: Helps identify bunkers, water hazards and layups during a round.

• Touch Targeting: Allows golfers to select a point on the hole and view its distance.

• Health Monitoring: Tracks wrist-based heart rate, stress, sleep, Body Battery and other wellness metrics.

• Fitness Profiles: Supports activities such as walking, running, strength training, yoga and pool swimming.

• Smart Notifications: Displays compatible calls, texts and alerts when connected to a compatible smartphone.

• Garmin Pay: Supports contactless payments with participating cards and financial institutions.

• Music Storage: Allows compatible music and playlist downloads for phone-free listening with supported services.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Garmin

• Model: Approach S50

• Color: Slate with Black

• Bezel Material: Anodized aluminum

• Case Material: Fiber-reinforced polymer

• Band Material: ComfortFit nylon

• Band Size: 20 mm quick-release

• Case Size: 43 x 43 x 11.4 mm

• Weight: 29 g

• Display Size: 1.2 inches / 30.4 mm diameter

• Display Type: AMOLED color touchscreen

• Display Resolution: 390 x 390 pixels

• Lens Material: Corning Gorilla Glass 3

• Water Rating: 5 ATM

• Battery Type: Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion

• Smartwatch Battery Life: Up to 10 days

• GPS Battery Life: Up to 15 hours

• Memory: 4 GB

• Charging Method: Garmin proprietary plug charger

• Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+ and Wi-Fi

• Compatible Smartphones: Supported Android and iPhone devices

Golf Performance

• Course Coverage: Maps: More than 43,000 preloaded color golf course maps provide useful information worldwide.

• Shot Planning: Distances: Displays yardages to the front, middle and back of the green.

• PlaysLike Technology: Elevation: Adjusts yardage according to uphill and downhill elevation changes.

• Hazard Information: Hazards: Provides information about bunkers, water hazards and layups.

• Green View: Green Layout: Helps golfers understand the shape and position of the green when planning approach shots.

• Touch Targeting: Target Selection: Allows a golfer to select a specific point on the hole and view its distance.

• Club Tracking: Compatibility: Can pair with compatible optional club tracking tags or sensors for shot-tracking capabilities.

Easy Operation / Usage

• Start Golf Mode: Select the golf activity and allow the watch to locate your position before beginning the round.

• Check Yardage: View front, middle and back green distances directly on the AMOLED display.

• Review Hazards: Open the hazard view to identify important obstacles and layup areas.

• Plan Your Shot: Use PlaysLike Distance to consider elevation changes when selecting a club.

• Track Fitness: Choose a supported activity profile for walking, running, strength, yoga or swimming.

• Sync Data: Connect the watch with compatible Garmin apps to review golf, health and fitness information.

Why Choose This Product

• Golf-Focused Features: Golf Tools: Combines course maps, yardages, hazard information and shot-planning features in one smartwatch.

• Clear Visuals: Display: The 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen delivers bright colors and sharp details for easy viewing.

• Lightweight Comfort: Weight: At approximately 29 g, the watch is designed for comfortable wear throughout a golf round.

• Comfortable Band: Strap: The black ComfortFit nylon band provides a flexible and lightweight fit for everyday use.

• Reliable Battery: Battery: Up to 10 days in smartwatch mode and up to 15 hours in GPS mode support extended use.

• Beyond Golf: Versatility: Health monitoring, fitness profiles, smart notifications, music and Garmin Pay make it useful away from the course.

In the Box

• Garmin Approach S50 GPS Golf Smartwatch

• Black ComfortFit nylon band

• Charging/data cable

• Documentation