Calculation of calories wrong ?

Hi,
I own both Garmin 235 and S60.
I have different statistics between watches on a normal day with a 4h golf game.
S60 : 11713 steps 2371 Kcal 235 : 11731 steps 2968 Kcal
On all golf parties there is a big difference in the calculation of calories!
The 235 still has a lot more calories burned.
What's wrong ?

0 tmk2 over 6 years ago

Just a guess:

The FR235 has optical HR, thus HR data is available for more precise calorie estimation. The S60 does not have access to HR data, hence its estimate is just a guess.

0 Garmin-Heath over 6 years ago

Great guess! The Forerunner 235 uses your Heart Rate information and your User Profile (Height, Weight…) to figure out your calories during your activity. The Approach S60 uses your movement and User Profile to factor your calories.