Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 965- Case size:
- 47.2 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,931
Garmin Forerunner 965 vs Withings ScanWatch Nova: which one suits you?
The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Forerunner 965 is cheaper by SAR 236 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Garmin Forerunner 965 if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 236
- Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
- Charge less often through the week (30 days vs 23 days)
- Has cellular (LTE/eSIM); the other doesn't
- Higher water resistance for swimming and showers (10 ATM vs 5 ATM)
The deciding difference here: battery life and built-in GPS and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartwatches · Withings
Withings ScanWatch Nova- Display type:
- Analog
- Battery life:
- 30 days
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,167
Key differences
Display type
AMOLEDAnalogBattery life
23 days✓ 30 daysBuilt-in GPS
✓ YesNo
Specifications side by side
16 of 16 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,931 | SAR 2,167 |
| Battery life | 23 days | ✓ 30 days |
| Built-in GPS | ✓ Yes | No |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | No | ✓ Yes |
| Phone compatibility | Android | — |
| Case size | 47.2 mm | — |
| Display type | AMOLED | Analog |
| Display size | 1.4 in | — |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | ✓ 10 ATM |
| Case material | Titanium | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 53 g | — |
| ECG | — | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | — |
| Heart-rate tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
| App control (Wi-Fi) | Yes | — |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Battery life is higher on the Withings ScanWatch Nova: 30 days vs 23 days on the Garmin Forerunner 965. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Garmin Forerunner 965: No; Withings ScanWatch Nova: Yes. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Garmin Forerunner 965: Yes; Withings ScanWatch Nova: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in water resistance between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Withings ScanWatch Nova?
Water resistance is higher on the Withings ScanWatch Nova: 10 ATM vs 5 ATM on the Garmin Forerunner 965. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.