Garmin Lily 2 Active vs Garmin Venu X1Size, Specs & Wrist Fit Compared
The Garmin Venu X1 wears larger than the Garmin Lily 2 Active (41mm vs 38mm case), giving it more wrist presence — and needing a wider wrist to sit cleanly.
The Garmin Venu X1 is the slimmer of the two (7.9mm vs 11mm), so it slides under a cuff more easily.
On the wrist the Garmin Lily 2 Active feels lighter (29g vs 34g, case only).
Specification Comparison
| Spec | GarminLily 2 Active | GarminVenu X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Width | 38mm | 41mm |
| Lug-to-Lug | 38mm | 46mm |
| Thickness | 11mm | 7.9mm |
| Weight | 29g | 34g |
| Shape | Circular | Rectangle |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| GPS | Yes | 16 hours |
| Battery Life | 9 days | 8 days |
| Display | 1 inches | 2 inches |
| Always-On Display | Yes | Yes |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
Full Specification Comparison
116 specs| Spec | Garmin Lily 2 Active | Garmin Venu X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| width | 38 | 41 |
| height | 38 | 46 |
| volume | 15.88 cm³ | 14.9 cm³ |
| weight | 29 g | 34 g |
| thickness | 11 | 7.9 |
| ATM rating | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| resolution | 201 x 240 px | 448 x 486 px |
| screen size | 1 inches | 2 inches |
| Display type | LCD | OLED/AMOLED |
| Has a display | Yes | Yes |
| pixel density | 204 ppi | 330 ppi |
| width of band | 14 mm | 24 mm |
| water resistance | Water resistant | Sweat resistant |
| Always-On Display | Yes | Yes |
| has a touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| is designed for kids | No | No |
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 3 | — |
| Watch band is replaceable | Yes | Yes |
| Has sapphire glass display | No | Yes |
| has branded damage-resistant glass | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| battery life | 9 days | 8 days |
| has wireless charging | No | No |
| has a removable battery | No | No |
| Has a solar power battery | No | No |
| has a rechargeable battery | Yes | Yes |
| battery life with GPS on | — | 16 hours |
| battery life in training mode | — | 7 hours |
| Sensors | ||
| has GPS | Yes | Yes |
| has a compass | No | Yes |
| Has a barometer | No | Yes |
| has a gyroscope | No | Yes |
| Has a cadence sensor | No | No |
| has an accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
| Monitors perspiration | No | No |
| Has a heart rate monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Has a temperature sensor | No | Yes |
| Monitors blood oxygenation levels | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| release date | 2024-10-04 | 2023-12-21 |
| Has a stopwatch | Yes | Yes |
| Has smart alarm | No | No |
| warranty period | 2 years | 1 years |
| Has call control | Yes | Yes |
| Has silent alarm | Yes | Yes |
| has HRV tracking | Yes | Yes |
| measures VO2 max | Yes | Yes |
| Has notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Has ECG technology | No | No |
| Locates your phone | Yes | Yes |
| has fall detection | No | Yes |
| has voice commands | No | Yes |
| Acquires GPS faster | No | Yes |
| Has vibrating alerts | Yes | Yes |
| shows readiness level | No | Yes |
| Can be used to answer calls | No | Yes |
| measures resting heart rate | Yes | Yes |
| has irregular heart rate warnings | No | No |
| has fast/slow heart rate notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Has a built-in camera remote control function | No | No |
| has a front camera | — | No |
| number of microphones | — | 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| has NFC | Yes | Yes |
| supports ANT+ | Yes | Yes |
| supports Wi-Fi | No | Yes |
| supports Galileo | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5 | — |
| has a cellular module | No | No |
| Is compatible with iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Is compatible with Android | Yes | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Has auto pause | Yes | Yes |
| Available on PC | Yes | Yes |
| Has a wind speed sensor | No | — |
| Is compatible with Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Is compatible with Mac OS X | Yes | Yes |
| has an external memory slot | No | No |
| Compatible with smart scales | Yes | Yes |
| has a battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Provides the sunrise/sunset time | No | — |
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack | No | No |
| Informs about the risk of thunderstorms | No | — |
| Compatible with external heart rate monitors | Yes | Yes |
| App & Software | ||
| Ad-free | Yes | Yes |
| Free app | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks BMI | Yes | Yes |
| Has coaching | Yes | Yes |
| Includes maps | Yes | Yes |
| Supports routes | Yes | Yes |
| Has achievements | Yes | Yes |
| Has goal setting | Yes | Yes |
| Has live tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Has exercise diary | Yes | Yes |
| Predicts ovulation | Yes | Yes |
| Can be personalised | Yes | Yes |
| Has weight tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Predicts start date | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks water intake | Yes | Yes |
| Has inactivity alerts | Yes | Yes |
| Has period notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Has temperature tracking | No | Yes |
| Doesn’t require account | No | No |
| Provides activity reports | Yes | Yes |
| Displays fertile window notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Counts how many calories you've burned | Yes | Yes |
| Activity tracking | ||
| Measures pace | No | Yes |
| Tracks distance | No | Yes |
| Tracks elevation | No | Yes |
| Designed for golf | No | Yes |
| Tracks your sleep | Yes | Yes |
| Tracks steps taken | Yes | Yes |
| Designed for diving | No | No |
| Has a route tracker | No | Yes |
| Has exercise tagging | Yes | Yes |
| Has multi-sport mode | No | Yes |
| Tracks calorie intake | Yes | Yes |
| Provides sleep reports | Yes | Yes |
| Detects activities automatically | Yes | Yes |
| Has a stroke counter for swimming | No | Yes |
Wrist Fit
Garmin Lily 2 Active
Sits best on wrists ~40–54mm wide (≈ 10.7–14.4cm circumference).
Garmin Venu X1
Sits best on wrists ~48–66mm wide (≈ 12.8–17.6cm circumference).
2D Dimension Schematics
Accurate scale drawings based on case dimensions. Drag to pan, Ctrl+scroll to zoom. Works for every watch regardless of photo availability.
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Product Photos
Side-by-side product images at matched scale.
Garmin Lily 2 Active
38mm × 38mm
Garmin Venu X1
41mm × 46mm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Garmin Lily 2 Active bigger than the Garmin Venu X1?
The Garmin Venu X1 is bigger — 41mm vs 38mm case width.
Which fits a smaller wrist better, the Garmin Lily 2 Active or the Garmin Venu X1?
The Garmin Lily 2 Active suits wrists around 40–54mm wide, and the Garmin Venu X1 around 48–66mm. The one with the smaller lower bound is the safer pick for a small wrist.
Can I see the Garmin Lily 2 Active and Garmin Venu X1 side by side at true scale?
Yes — the schematics and photos above show both watches at matched scale, and our fit tool overlays each on your wrist width.
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