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Garmin Vivoactive 6 vs Silva Ranger S

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Both weigh the same at 35 g, so choose on features, price and fit.
Spec Garmin Vivoactive 6 Silva Ranger S
Weight 35 g · 0.035 kg · 0.08 lb 35 g · 0.035 kg · 0.08 lb
Brand Garmin Silva
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Garmin Vivoactive 6
35 g

Lightweight smartwatch at 1.2oz. Thinnest in Garmin lineup with GPS hiking features.

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Silva Ranger S
35 g

Classic orienteering compass with sighting mirror.

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Garmin Vivoactive 6 vs Silva Ranger S: which should you buy?

On weight these two are identical (35 g), so your decision comes down to features, fit and price. Check the full details and current price for each above.

See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest navigation page, or browse the full gear weight database.

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