| Manufacturer | Garmin |
|---|---|
| Type | Small fashion smartwatch with hidden display |
| Series | Lily |
| Released | 8 January 2024 (announced 8 January 2024) |
| Price at launch | Lily 2: GBP 249.99 / USD 249.99. Lily 2 Classic: from USD 279.99 |
| Predecessor | Lily |
| Successor | Not yet announced; see Release Radar |
| Sizes | 35.4mm (small) |
| Variants | Lily 2 (silicone band); Lily 2 Classic (nylon or Italian leather band, Garmin Pay) |
| Colours | Lily 2: Metallic Lilac with Lilac band; Cream Gold with Coconut band. Lily 2 Classic: Cream Gold with Coffee fabric band; Cream Gold with Tan leather band; Dark Bronze with Mulberry leather band; Silver with Sage Grey fabric band |
Specifications as at launch. Features and activity profiles reflect the latest Garmin software.
Expert opinion | What’s new | Specifications | Battery life | Features | Activity profiles | Quick answers | Further reading
Expert opinion
Who it suits: People who want a small, jewellery-like watch for everyday health, sleep and activity tracking rather than serious training.
The Lily 2 hides a small touchscreen behind a patterned lens and tracks sleep, Body Battery, stress, heart rate and women’s health, with profiles for walking, running, cycling, yoga and dance fitness. Incident detection can alert contacts through your phone.
There is no built-in GPS, so outdoor pace and distance come from your phone, and there is no ANT+ or music storage. Garmin Pay is only on the Lily 2 Classic. Battery lasts up to five days. It is a lifestyle watch first; anyone who trains seriously should look at the Lily 2 Active or a Forerunner.
Garmin Lily 2
Small, stylish watch that tracks sleep, stress and workouts without looking like a sports watch.
What’s new versus the Lily
Hardware
- Garmin Pay contactless payments on the Lily 2 Classic
Software
- Sleep score and insights
- Morning Report
- Lifestyle logging
- Dance fitness activity profile
Specifications
The Lily 2 and Lily 2 Classic share the case, display and sensors. The Classic adds Garmin Pay and a nylon or leather band, which also makes it lighter.
| Specification | Lily 2 | Lily 2 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Display type | Liquid crystal | Liquid crystal |
| Display size | 25.4mm x 21.3mm (1″ x 0.84″) | 25.4mm x 21.3mm (1″ x 0.84″) |
| Resolution | 240 x 201 pixels | 240 x 201 pixels |
| Colour | No (16-level greyscale) | No (16-level greyscale) |
| Lens | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Case size | 35.4mm (small) | 35.4mm (small) |
| Dimensions | 35.4 x 35.4 x 10.1mm | 35.4 x 35.4 x 10.1mm |
| Weight | 24.4g | Fabric: 20.6g; Leather: 21.4g |
| Bezel material | Anodised aluminium | Anodised aluminium |
| Case material | Anodised aluminium | Anodised aluminium |
| Band | 14mm quick release, silicone | 14mm quick release, nylon or Italian leather |
| Wrist fit | 110 to 175mm | 110 to 175mm |
| Water rating | Swim, 5 ATM | Swim, 5 ATM |
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| Sensors and positioning | ||
| GNSS | Connected GPS from a paired phone | Connected GPS from a paired phone |
| Heart rate | Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor | Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate monitor |
| Pulse Ox | Yes | Yes |
| Skin temperature | No | No |
| Other sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor |
| Connectivity and storage | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| NFC (Garmin Pay) | No | Yes |
| Storage | 7 timed activities, 14 days of activity tracking data | 7 timed activities, 14 days of activity tracking data |
| Music | Smartphone music controls only | Smartphone music controls only |
| Maps | No | No |
| LED flashlight | No | No |
| Speaker and microphone | No | No |
| Charging | Garmin proprietary clip charger | Garmin proprietary clip charger |
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| Internal components | ||
| Processor | Maxim MAX32630 (first used on TT 15 dog collar in August 2018) | |
| Co-processor | Ambiq Apollo3 (first used on Descent G1 Solar in October 2021) | |
| Bluetooth | Nordic nRF52832 (first used on Vivosport in July 2017) | |
| Battery capacity | 92 mAh | |
| Optical HR sensor | Garmin Elevate Gen 4 (first used on Venu 2 in April 2021) | |
| Component identification from FCC filing teardown photos. | ||
Battery life
Battery figures are Garmin’s official ratings.
| Mode | Lily 2 | Lily 2 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Smartwatch | Up to 5 days | Up to 5 days |
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Features
A full breakdown of Garmin platform features is available at Garmin features explained.
Plan
- Morning Report
Prepare
- Body Battery energy monitoring
- Sleep score and advanced sleep monitoring
- All-day stress and respiration tracking
- Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation
- Breathwork and relaxation breathing
- Abnormal heart rate alerts
- Fitness Age
- Women’s health and hydration tracking
- Meditation
- Lifestyle logging in Garmin Connect
Perform
- VO2 max for running
- Intensity minutes, move alerts and Move IQ
Connect
- Smart notifications, with text replies on Android
- Garmin Pay contactless payments (Lily 2 Classic only)
- Smartphone music controls
- Connected GPS from a paired phone
- Incident detection and assistance during select activities
- Calendar and weather
Activity profiles
Outdoor runs, walks and rides use connected GPS from a paired phone.
| Category | Profiles |
|---|---|
| Running | Running, Treadmill Running |
| Cycling | Biking |
| Swimming | Pool Swimming |
| Gym and fitness | Strength, HIIT, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Indoor rowing, Dance fitness, Jump Roping, Pilates, Yoga |
| Outdoor | Walking |
| Other | Other: Breathwork |
Garmin Lily 2
Small, stylish watch that tracks sleep, stress and workouts without looking like a sports watch.
Quick answers
When was the Garmin Lily 2 released?
Garmin announced and released the Lily 2 and Lily 2 Classic on 8 January 2024. The Lily 2 launched at GBP 249.99 or USD 249.99.
Does the Lily 2 have GPS?
No, the Lily 2 uses connected GPS from a paired phone for outdoor runs, walks and rides. The Lily 2 Active has built-in GPS.
What is the difference between the Lily 2 and Lily 2 Classic?
The Classic adds Garmin Pay contactless payments and comes with a nylon or Italian leather band instead of silicone. Health and fitness features are the same.
Can the Lily 2 track swimming?
Yes, it has a Pool Swimming profile and a 5 ATM water rating.
How long does the Lily 2 battery last?
Garmin rates the Lily 2 for up to 5 days.
Further reading
- Garmin Lily 2 first photo
- Garmin Lily 2 Active specifications
- Garmin watch specifications
- Release Radar: upcoming Garmin watches
Related watches
Step up: Garmin Lily 2 Active, with built-in GPS, two buttons and up to 9 days of battery.
Also consider: Fitbit Charge 6, a slim band with built-in GPS.
Small things I always use
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter: Charges your Garmin from any USB-C cable. Essential when travelling. I use one.
- Body Glide: The blue anti-chafe stick swimmers and runners carry. I use it.
- Speedo earplugs: Fewer ear infections and no cold-water dizziness. I use them.
- Dryrobe Advance: My winter changing robe for open-water swims. I use one. A cheaper option is the AONYIYI changing robe.
- Maurten: Race fuel that stays easy on the stomach. I use them.
- Beet It Sport nitrate shots: Beetroot shots I take in the days before a race. I use them.
- Garmin charging puck: The quickest way to top up before a session. I use one.
- Injinji: Toe socks that stop rubbing, so you run more. I use them.
- Ultimate toe protectors: Stop black toenails on long runs. They work. I use them.
- Compressport R2 v2 calf sleeves: My calf sleeves of choice. I use them.
- Cellucor C4: My pre-workout before hard sessions.
- TPU tubes: Schwalbe Aerothan, Tubolito and Pirelli SmarTube. Light, tiny spares. I use all three.
- G8 insoles: Adjustable insoles that are good. I use them.
- Cycplus Cube: A 97g electric pump that gets a road tyre rideable in two minutes. I carry one. 5% off with code THE5KRUNNER.
Watches and sensors
- Polar H10: My daily driver for waking HRV.
- Polar Verity Sense: My backup arm-worn HR sensor.
- Nomad bedside charger: Charges my iPhone and Apple Watch overnight. I use it, and many of their bands.
- Train.Red: The best muscle oxygen sensor I’ve used.
- Tymewear: Accurate heart rate and reliable ventilatory zones. I use it to pace endurance rides over an hour.
- Garmin Forerunner 970: A pro-grade triathlon watch. I use this.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4: My daily smartwatch. No phone needed on rides.
- Garmin Fenix 9 Pro: I’ve just bought one.
On the bike
- Continental GP5000 for everyday riding, and Aero 111 on the front for special occasions.
- Helmets: Specialized S-Works Evade 3 for road riding, and Rudy Project Wing for TT-style races. I use both.
- Ravemen FR300: A front light that mounts under your Garmin or Wahoo. I use one.
- Wahoo TRACKR Radar: I use it on one bike and Varia on the other. They perform the same.
- Garmin Varia RTL515: Radar that warns you of cars from behind. I use this model.
- Wahoo ELEMNT Roam 3: The bike computer that’s easy to use. I use mine on most rides.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2: Accurate power pedals that swap easily between bikes. I use this model.
Home and indoor training
- NPE Runn: Makes my basic treadmill smart, sending more accurate speed and distance to my watch and Zwift. I use it.
- Google Wifi: Keeps Zwift connected in my pain cave. I use it.
- Apple TV 4K: Zwift on the big screen. I use two.
- Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen): My video doorbell, running in both Google Home and Apple Home. I use it.
Health, recovery and sleep
- FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus: Shows how my blood sugar responds to diet.
- hDrop: Measures my sweat loss in summer and indoors.
- Fourth Frontier Zone: Checks my heart under load in hard sessions.
- Oura Ring 5: My partner’s recovery tracker of choice.
- Eight Sleep: A cooling mattress cover my partner and I use nightly.
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