COROS NOMAD vs Garmin Approach J1: which one suits you?

The two differ in 3 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Charge less often through the week (22 days vs 0.6 days)
  • Larger display size: 1.3 in vs 1.2 in · slight difference
  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.

The deciding difference here: battery life.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Display type

    MIPAMOLED
  • Display size

    ✓ 1.3 in1.2 in
  • Battery life

    ✓ 22 days0.6 days

Specifications side by side

7 of 7 specs

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Spec
COROSSAR 1,813
COROS NOMAD specs
GarminSAR 1,819
Garmin Approach J1 specs
Reference priceSAR 1,813SAR 1,819
Battery life✓ 22 days0.6 days
Phone compatibility—Smartphone (iOS and Android)
Built-in GPSYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the COROS NOMAD and the Garmin Approach J1?

Battery life is higher on the COROS NOMAD: 22 days vs 0.6 days on the Garmin Approach J1. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the COROS NOMAD and the Garmin Approach J1?

No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.

What is the difference in display type between the COROS NOMAD and the Garmin Approach J1?

COROS NOMAD: MIP; Garmin Approach J1: AMOLED. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in display size between the COROS NOMAD and the Garmin Approach J1?

Display size is higher on the COROS NOMAD: 1.3 in vs 1.2 in on the Garmin Approach J1. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.