Garmin - Approach S44 GPS Smartwatch 43mm Anodized Aluminum - Silver Aluminum Bezel with Black Silicone Band - (2025)
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the overall performance of this watch, frequently highlighting its utility as a dedicated golf device. Users also appreciate the high level of accuracy the watch provides during their rounds. It is clearly regarded as a reliable and effective tool for golf enthusiasts.
Features
Colorful and capable
The stunning 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display makes it easy to see key yardages to the green, hazards and layups on 43,000+ courses.
Plan your shot
Get distance to the front, middle and back of the green. Plus, navigate bunkers, water hazards and layups with hazard view.
Enhance your game
With a Garmin Golf membership, get enhanced CourseView maps of every hole, green contour data, PlaysLike Distance and touch targeting for exact distance to any point on the hole.
Track your clubs
Pair with optional Approach CT10 club tracking sensors (sold separately) for automatic shot-tracking capabilities so you have a clearer picture of which parts of your game to focus on.
Keep score
Easily keep score as you play, and upload to Garmin Golf for advanced stat tracking and handicap calculation.
Smart features
Leave your phone in the cart and get smart notifications to your wrist — including emails, texts and alerts when paired with your iPhone or Android smartphone.
Specifications
- Screen Size30.4 millimetersTouch ScreenYesOperating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesBuilt-in Storage4 gigabytes
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 22 reviews
- Overall Performance (10)
- Accuracy (3)
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| Overall Performance, Accuracy | Overall Performance, Accuracy | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of use, GPS Accuracy | Battery Life, Overall Performance, Design, Sleep Tracking, Features |
| Cons for Garmin - Approach S44 GPS Smartwatch 43mm Anodized Aluminum - Silver Aluminum Bezel with Black Silicone Band - (2025) | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Connectivity |


















































