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Garmin Lily® 2 Active GPS Smartwatch
The Lily 2 Active is Garmin's smallest smartwatch with built-in GPS — a 38mm fashion-forward watch that bridges the gap between stylish wearable and sport watch. It keeps the signature hidden patterned lens from the Lily 2 family: a decorative pattern printed on the glass that disappears when the touchscreen activates. Two physical side buttons make it easier to start activities and navigate during workouts. It includes built-in GPS, Garmin Pay, Body Battery, HRV Status, sleep tracking, stress, Pulse Ox, 30+ sport profiles, Garmin Coach, and up to 9 days of battery life.
Our Take: The Lily 2 Active is the biggest upgrade in the Lily family's history. Built-in GPS, physical buttons, Garmin Pay on every model, nearly double the battery, and 30+ sport profiles turn this from a health tracker into a legitimate sport-capable smartwatch — all while keeping the patterned-lens design that makes the Lily line unique. If the original Lily 2 was too limited for your workouts, this is the fix.
Why you'd choose this model
- Includes GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo satellite systems. Record outdoor walks, runs, bike rides, and golf rounds directly on the watch — no phone needed. Up to 9 hours of GPS battery.
- Up to 9 days in smartwatch mode (nearly double the Lily 2's 5 days). Up to 9 hours with continuous GPS tracking.
- The LCD touchscreen sits beneath a decorative patterned lens. When the screen is off, the watch looks like jewelry. Tap or raise your wrist to reveal the display.
- Upper button starts/stops activities and confirms selections. Lower button goes back. Far easier to operate mid-workout than touchscreen alone.
- NFC contactless payments come standard on all Lily 2 Active variants. On the Lily 2, only the Classic edition included Garmin Pay.
- Includes run, treadmill, bike, pool swim, yoga, HIIT, strength, golf, tennis, pickleball, dance fitness, ski, snowboard, and many more. Plus Garmin Coach plans for 5K, 10K, and half-marathon.
- Includes Body Battery, HRV Status, sleep scoring with Sleep Coach, stress tracking, Pulse Ox, nap detection, Health Snapshot, women's health tracking, and respiration monitoring.
- Only 3mm wider than the Lily 2 (38mm vs 35mm) and 29g. Still significantly smaller than the vívoactive 6 (42mm) or Venu 4 (45mm). Anodized aluminum case with Gorilla Glass 3.
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Who this watch is perfect for
- Active users who loved the Lily 2 design but needed built-in GPS and more sport profiles.
- People with smaller wrists who want a capable GPS sport watch that doesn't look like one.
- Runners who want Garmin Coach training plans (5K, 10K, half-marathon) on a compact, stylish watch.
- Anyone who values the Garmin health ecosystem and wants Garmin Pay without paying for the Classic edition.
You may prefer a different Garmin if…
- You want the smallest possible Garmin (35mm) and don't need GPS — consider the Lily 2.
- You need on-watch music storage — not available on any Lily model; look at the vívoactive 6 or Venu series.
- You want a full-color AMOLED display — the Lily 2 Active uses an LCD. Step up to the vívoactive 6 or Venu 4.
- You need advanced training metrics (VO2 Max running, Training Readiness, maps) — consider the Forerunner or Venu series.
- You want a leather band option — only the Lily 2 Classic offers leather; all Lily 2 Active models use silicone.
Lily® 2 Active Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Case size | 38mm (38 × 38 × 11 mm) |
| Display | LCD touchscreen — 240 × 201 px (hidden patterned lens) |
| Lens | Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 with decorative pattern |
| Case material | Anodized aluminum |
| Battery — Smartwatch | Up to 9 days |
| Battery — GPS mode | Up to 9 hours |
| GPS | Yes — built-in (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo) |
| Water rating | 5 ATM (50m) |
| Weight | 29 g (with silicone band) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, NFC (Garmin Pay) |
| Sensors | Elevate Gen 4 optical HR, accelerometer, compass, ambient light, Pulse Ox |
| Buttons | 2 physical side buttons + touchscreen |
| Charging | Garmin standard 4-pin USB-C cable |
| Band size | 14mm standard, silicone (fits 110–175mm wrists) |
| Sport profiles | 30+ (run, bike, swim, golf, tennis, pickleball, yoga, HIIT, and more) |
| Garmin Pay | Yes — all models |
All Variants — MPN & UPC Reference (USA)
| Color / Description | MPN | UPC | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunar Gold / Bone silicone band | 010-02891-00 | 753759342685 | $299.99 |
| Silver / Purple Jasmine silicone band | 010-02891-01 | 753759342692 | $299.99 |
| Jasper Green / Jasper Green silicone band | 010-02891-02 | 753759342708 | $299.99 |
All Lily 2 Active variants share identical hardware, features, and Garmin Pay. The only difference between models is color. All use silicone bands.
How the Lily® 2 Active Compares
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Hardware & Design
| Feature |
Lily 2Stylish
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L2 ActiveSport
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| Case size?Watch case diameter. Smaller cases suit slimmer wrists and dressier wear. | 35mm round | 38mm round | 42mm | 45mm / 41mm (3S) |
| Display?Screen technology. AMOLED offers richer colors and always-on options; LCD is power-efficient. | OLED 0.96" | LCD 240×201 | AMOLED 1.2" | AMOLED 1.4" |
| Lens?Glass protecting the display. Gorilla Glass 3 offers better scratch resistance than standard strengthened glass. | Strengthened glass | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Physical buttons?Physical side buttons for navigation. Easier to use during workouts than touchscreen alone. | No physical buttons | Yes, 2 buttons | Yes | Yes |
| Weight?Watch weight with band. Lighter is more comfortable for all-day wear and sleep tracking. | 24 g | 29 g | 36 g | 56 g (45mm) |
| Water rating?5 ATM means safe for swimming and showering at up to 50 meters depth. | 5 ATM | 5 ATM | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
GPS & Navigation
| Feature |
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L2 ActiveSport
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| Built-in GPS?Record outdoor routes without needing your phone nearby. | No built-in GPS | Yes, includes built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| GPS battery?Maximum hours of continuous GPS activity on a single charge. | N/A | 9 hrs | 19 hrs | ~21 hrs |
| Compass?Built-in digital compass for directional awareness during outdoor activities. | No compass | Yes, includes compass | Yes | Yes |
Battery Life
| Feature |
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L2 ActiveSport
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| Smartwatch mode?Daily battery with all-day health tracking and no continuous GPS use. | Up to 5 days | Up to 9 days | Up to 11 days | Up to 12 days |
Health & Wellness
| Feature |
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L2 ActiveSport
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| Body Battery™?Tracks energy from 0–100 using HR, stress, sleep, and activity data. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HRV Status?Overnight heart rate variability trend to assess recovery and stress. | No HRV Status | Yes, includes HRV Status | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep score?Tracks sleep stages and provides a nightly quality score with coaching. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Nap detection?Automatically detects and logs naps to show how they benefit your recovery. | No nap detection | Yes, includes nap detection | Yes | Yes |
| Pulse Ox?Measures blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) at the wrist. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Health Snapshot?2-minute session to record key stats: HR, Pulse Ox, respiration, stress, HRV. | No Health Snapshot | Yes, includes Health Snapshot | Yes | Yes |
| Women's health?Menstrual cycle and pregnancy tracking via Garmin Connect. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Smart Features
| Feature |
Lily 2Stylish
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L2 ActiveSport
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Venu 4Premium
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| Garmin Pay?NFC contactless payment from your wrist at supported terminals. | Classic only | Yes, all models include Garmin Pay | Yes | Yes |
| Music storage?On-device music for listening with Bluetooth headphones without phone. | No music storage | No music storage | Yes | Yes |
| Smart notifications?Receive texts, calls, email, and calendar alerts from your phone. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Garmin Coach?Free adaptive training plans from expert coaches for 5K, 10K, and half-marathon. | No Garmin Coach | Yes, includes Garmin Coach | Yes | Yes |
Where does the Lily® 2 Active fit in the Garmin lineup?
Step Down — Style First
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- Lily 2 — 35mm, patterned lens, connected GPS only, 5-day battery.
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★ You Are Here
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- Lily 2 Active — 38mm, built-in GPS, 9-day battery, 30+ sports, Garmin Pay.
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Step Up — AMOLED
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- vívoactive 6 — AMOLED, 11-day battery, music storage, 80+ apps.
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Premium Option
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- Venu 4 — 12-day battery, speaker/mic, flashlight, ECG, multi-band GPS, $549.99.
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Lily® 2 Active — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Lily 2 and the Lily 2 Active?
The Lily 2 Active adds built-in GPS (no phone needed), two physical side buttons, Garmin Pay on all models, Garmin Coach training plans, 30+ sport profiles, HRV Status, nap detection, Health Snapshot, golf features, sensor pairing, a compass, and nearly double the battery life (9 days vs 5). The case is slightly larger at 38mm (vs 35mm) and uses Garmin's standard 4-pin charger.
Does the Lily 2 Active have built-in GPS?
Yes. The Lily 2 Active includes built-in GPS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo) for tracking outdoor activities without your phone. GPS battery life is up to 9 hours.
Does the Lily 2 Active have Garmin Pay?
Yes — all Lily 2 Active models include Garmin Pay for NFC contactless payments. Unlike the base Lily 2 (where only the Classic variant includes it), Garmin Pay is standard on every Lily 2 Active.
How long does the Lily 2 Active battery last?
Up to 9 days in smartwatch mode and up to 9 hours in GPS mode. This is a major improvement over the Lily 2's 5-day smartwatch battery.
Does the Lily 2 Active have music storage?
No. The Lily 2 Active can control music playback on your paired smartphone, but does not store music on the watch itself. For on-watch music, consider the vívoactive 6 or Venu 4.
What colors does the Lily 2 Active come in?
Three options: Lunar Gold with Bone silicone band, Silver with Purple Jasmine silicone band, and Jasper Green with Jasper Green silicone band. All have identical features and hardware — only the color differs.
Is the Lily 2 Active good for running?
Yes, for casual to intermediate runners. It tracks distance, pace, and routes via built-in GPS, and includes Garmin Coach adaptive training plans for 5K, 10K, and half-marathon distances. It does not have advanced running dynamics, maps, or a barometric altimeter. For serious training, consider the Forerunner series.
Support
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