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Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch

Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch

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  • Last seen at $199.99 at Best Buy on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 13 stores.
  • Our take on the Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch

    The Garmin Approach S12 is a golf-only GPS watch with a 0.9-inch sunlight-readable display and a 43 mm silicone case. It gives front, middle and back green distances plus hazard distances on more than 42,000 preloaded courses, with no subscriptions. It has no touchscreen and no heart rate sensor, so it is simpler and more rugged than Garmin's S42 and S62 models. Reviewers and owners like its long battery life, light weight and easy course downloads, but some miss a color screen and full hole maps.

    Best forGolfers who want quick distances without a phonePlayers who dislike touchscreens and subscriptionsAnyone wanting a light, durable watch for rounds
    Pros
    • Preloaded courses for more than 42,000 golf courses worldwide
    • Front, middle and back green distances plus hazard carries
    • Sunlight-readable display that is easy to read outdoors
    • Battery lasts many rounds on a charge
    • Light 43 mm silicone case with 5 ATM water resistance
    • No subscription needed for course data
    Cons
    • No full-color hole maps or green contours
    • No heart rate sensor or advanced fitness tracking
    • No touchscreen, so navigation is button-only
    • Small 0.9-inch display can feel cramped

    Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch prices at every store

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    Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $199.99 on Nov 9 at Garmin. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 9.

    What reviewers say

    Owners and reviewers describe the Approach S12 as a reliable, no-frills golf GPS that does the basics well. Many praise its battery life, light weight and readable screen, while some wish it had a color map and more smartwatch features.

    What people mention
    • BatteryPraisedOwners say a charge lasts several rounds and often a week of casual wear.
    • DisplayMixedThe screen is easy to read in sunlight, but some find it small and wish it were color.
    • AccuracyPraisedReviewers report green and hazard distances that match course markers well.
    • FeaturesCriticisedSome owners want hole maps and more smartwatch functions beyond golf.
    • BuildPraisedThe light silicone case and 5 ATM rating hold up to sweat and rain.

    Specifications

    Water Resistance
    5 ATM
    Waterproof
    Yes
    Scratch Resistance
    Yes
    Hardware Sensors
    GPS
    Heart Rate Monitor
    No
    Heart Rate Sensor
    No
    Step Counter
    Yes

    Questions and answers

    Does the Approach S12 need a subscription?
    No. Course data for the preloaded courses is included with no subscription.
    Can it show a full map of the hole?
    No. It shows front, middle and back green distances and hazard carries, not full hole maps.
    Does it track heart rate or steps?
    It has no heart rate sensor. It does count steps and estimate calories.
    Is it compatible with a phone?
    Yes. It pairs with the Garmin Golf app on Android and iOS for course updates and scorecards.
    How water resistant is it?
    It is rated 5 ATM, so it handles rain, sweat and hand washing but not swimming.
    Is it worth it over the S42 or S62?
    The S12 covers distances and hazards for less complexity. The S42 and S62 add color screens and fuller maps if you want them.
    Where is the Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch cheapest?
    At Best Buy, for $199.99, as of our latest check.
    Where can I buy the Garmin Approach S12 Golf GPS Watch?
    13 stores we checked sell it, including Garmin, Walmart, Best Buy, 2nd Swing Golf, BJ's Wholesale Club.

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    Accelerometer
    Yes
    GPS
    Yes
    Heart Rate Monitoring
    No
    Sleep Monitoring
    Yes
    Step Counting
    Yes
    Calorie Computation
    Yes
    Tracking Feature Type
    Location tracking
    Case Material
    Silicone
    Case Size
    43 mm
    Activities Tracked
    Golf
    Tracking Type
    GPS
    Display Diagonal Size
    0.9 in
    Display Type
    Digital
    Touch Screen
    No
    Display Features
    Sunlight readable
    Operating System
    Android, iOS
    Brand Compatibility
    Garmin