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I got a Garmin Forerunner about 4 months ago since I was getting more into running. It replaced my Apple Watch 8 and for the first few weeks I missed all the smart watch features but now I love all the fitness tracking and integration with Garmin and the great battery life!

@jt.8144

25 күн бұрын

Cheers. Precisely. Forerunner is really all you need. Honestly , I'm willing to treat myself to an Enduro 2. But for what?! Everything I need is on the Forerunner 45. Anything close to a 1000 dollars on a watch is just for "vanity" reasons. Lets get real here.

@jonathanstreets8284

24 күн бұрын

Only thing I would add to that is I recently bought the 965 (it was on sale £420 over Easter) and it has maps, which was important to me. I could bring myself to spend double on the epix. For the most part 55/165 would do the job

@riesbusby1059

20 күн бұрын

I bought a Forerunner 255 and been using it for the last couple of weeks for runs and workouts. Great bit of kit for £220! Beats the old Nike apple watch I used to have all day.

@Sami-ko6qk

13 күн бұрын

@@jonathanstreets8284 the 965 is a beautiful pc of technology

@AndrewTSq

6 күн бұрын

The only smart watch features I use anyway is the weather and notifications :D and I get them on my Garmin. I have used Garmin fitness products since the roadbike computer Edge 205, and Forerunner 50 and now I use a 735xt since many years, and it does everything I need. I get all data I want. I also have a Edge 1030+ bike computer and the run+ heart rate strap. All these devices cost me almost the same as my Samsung Watch 4 which.... sucks in all ways. Bad heartrate monitor, really bad batterylife (my Garmin usually gives me 14 days of battery), the software sucks for Samsung, (well new Garmin Connect is bad also in user interface but still same functions, but I hope they revert to old design soon)

I've used both extensively. I currently own both. I explain it to friends like this: If you want a fitness tracker get Garmin. If you want a smart watch (smart phone on your wrist) get Apple. I stopped wearing my Apple watch and use Garmin exclusively. (specifically I use the Garmin Venu 3) When it comes to fitness tracking, Garmin is just leagues ahead of Apple. Garmin has all the data you could ever ask for and more that you didn't ask for, the watch is designed around displaying the data, the app is focused on displaying that data. Garmin doesn't extend your phone's apps like the Apple watch does, it focuses on fitness and that's it. If you want to wear a watch to be an extension of your iPhone, then you want an Apple watch. For me, the Garmin's singular focus on fitness and intentionally separating it from your phone is actually a feature not a bug. I don't want to be more connected to my phone, I am trying to use my phone less. Garmin tracks my fitness better, is easier to use, less "silly" and more practical. Apple does lots of "cute" things with the weird array of app icons that you wade through to find an app, it has gamification for steps with your friends, and other gamification features. But Apple really is limited on what it does when it comes to actually fitness data outside the basics. In the end, the Garmin app has loads and loads of data for you to dive into. For training athletes, make sure to get an HRM-Tri or HRM-Run heart rate monitor and it gives you other more detailed stats that they call "running dynamics" which includes stride length, ground contact time, foot balance, and just tons of other ridiculous stats. The garmin is functional. Runners can use it for pacing in either speed or heart rate zones so it alerts you when you leave a zone. You can fully customize every single screen. You can add more, reduce them. You can cram lots of data on a screen or go minimalist. It just has so much customization. Also, the data is readily available on the website, you can add routing, it has just so many features. The apple watch is nice, but just can't give you anywhere near the data of the Garmin.

@Wassup-Doc

4 күн бұрын

How do you know that data is truly accurate ?

You can set the AW to confirm ending workout in settings. That eliminates the sweat issue.

Switched to the Garmin Epix 2 from the AWU for the same reasons!

@Ado_Bielo

19 күн бұрын

I also purchased an Epix Gen 2 Titanium. Loving this watch!

@mcichocki

14 күн бұрын

Epix Gen 2 Titanium crew checking in also. Love Garmin for tracking all my endurance work.

This is the best comparison video using practical applications that I’ve seen. Thanks!

@ShervinShares

23 күн бұрын

awesome, i'm glad to hear!

I have a Forerunner 965 and an AWU2. AWU2 is more precise with heartbeat, I discovered that Garmin was lying to me while recovering from a workout, making up 70 ish BPM when I was still at 110. That's when I decided to stop using it. Not to mention the sturdiness of the AWU2. I am a big guy and when I am in the gym I can bump into things and that could kill the Garmin. It's just so fragile. I understand the Epix and Fenix are more resistant but they have a decade old screen, responsiveness and pixel density. The AWU2 pixel density really does make a difference it stands out by FAR from the 965. Garmin watches have really bad UI and UX, and the 965 has the best screen Garmin has made so far. In my country the AWU2 holds tremendous reselling value. It wins in every scenario for me. One last thing, Apple still has the best sleep stages detection. I would never buy a Garmin watch again. I just hope Apple keeps improving the AWU.

@isstiautngmmhpaatta91311

18 күн бұрын

I could not agree with you.more. Garmin has terrible UI and UX

I love how organized the garmin is. I have both watches, they are nice to have for different occasions

Thanks for the video! One thing worth mentioning- you can set up Shortcuts on your paired iPhone to automatically set water lock on your Apple Watch when you start a workout. Can even customize it to be just for certain workout types.

thank you for your insights. I switched to Garmin round about year ago prefer all these workout features - to be able to turn off the touchscreen - more than I’m missing the smart features from Apple Watch.

@ouskaia

6 күн бұрын

Which Garmin Watch do you use?

an argument I want to make regarding the Garmin is although the charging method isn't as convenient or nice, you do only have to do it once every two weeks (depending on use), in a way it evens out with an every day charge with the apple watch. This charging method is also vital for activities such as hiking and trekking, using a cable to directly send power to the device is more efficient than using wireless, something crucial when power is limited. Also worth mentioning that these Garmin watches can have maps and music installed locally, with the details these maps contain they need a cabled transfer for updates. (I have a fenix 6 pro and although the batteries not in it's prime anymore it's still a champ).

First time I see a real review of Garmin vs Ultra!

Garmin any time. No contest.

Great review. Thanks! I love how you break down the data in a simple, easy understandable way.

Thanks for the comprehensive analysis.

I am literally just starting off on my running journey, 6 weeks in and I found your channel and Nick Bare's and have been obsessed with all of the info you both provide. I have an apple watch currently and have never looked at it as a great fitness watch since I have always had issues but all the details about the comparisons between Apple Vs. Garmin, I finally am making my choice to buy the Garmin Fenix 7 watch. Thanks again for breaking this all down.

@heth91

20 күн бұрын

Why? Because of the looks? The Forerunner 955 or 965 got everything you need for running and costs less. Especially the 955 is an amazing deal at the moment.

Dude, this was an epic video! You freaking nailed it! Like nailed it. You hit every nuanced difference beginning middle and end of training or workout tracking. Holy hell that was awesome!

@MealTeam6

10 күн бұрын

Calm down.

@Godswithu123

8 күн бұрын

@@MealTeam6 why… did his comment make you butthurt, can’t seem to see someone else excited eh

Congratulations on your 3:30 marathon in London, amazing accomplishment! I agree with you bro, and have now switched from AW Ultra to a Garmin Epix, paired with a chest strap. I do Crossfit most days and Trail run on the weekends in the mountains, I have appreciated the increase in battery life and the physical buttons for precise start/stop/lap times, with the always on screen instead of having to wrist raise during a workout to glance. Garmin is workout/training first, smartwatch is an afterthought, AW is opposite.

This was very comprehensive Shervin, great job. I'm also currently trying to increase my VO2 Max. It's used to be 56 but it dropped to 49 after an period of recurring injuries.

@cp37373

25 күн бұрын

Don’t be lazy Swayze

Tip for checking if the hr monitor is connected. Start the workout and just slightly lift the watch to see if the leds are off. No need to go an check if the hr is connected in settings. Also I have not encountered a case where the HR wouldn’t connect automatically yet

I prefer my garmin

@adielveras

25 күн бұрын

OK. Taste and color are not debatable. Quality and cost-benefit are…

@cp37373

25 күн бұрын

@@adielveras every single checkbox you want to create garmin wins easily

@30mattdavies

25 күн бұрын

@@cp37373 excluding an accurate hr sensor- Apple best in class there. Nevertheless, I still pick garmin as the new optical hr on garmin is close.

@Phat-rj3jo

25 күн бұрын

@@cp37373 not really. I don’t like to carry phone during my run. Yes I get some some don’t want to be disturbed, but I like the fact that I can still decide to take important calls, get Siri to set reminders or events when I remembered something during my run. At this point they are still apples and oranges, pros and cons for each. I do have Garmin too, which I will wear during overseas travel, as AW roaming still doesn’t work in many countries, so the major advantage of AW is gone.

@AtillatheFun

24 күн бұрын

@@cp37373 quantified scientist did a breakdown of every Garmin. They are mostly less accurate than Apple Watches and have terrible sleep tracking.

Great video. What would you choose between Epix 2 pro 42mm or Forerunner 965?

Love the channel! Both watches are fantastic but I’ve settled on my 7x pro and the Garmin experience. Battery, looks being the two main factors. They both track very well the various metrics. Sounds goofy but just prefer the manlier looks of the Garmin fenix. Thanks for sharing!

@Spinalcell

23 күн бұрын

Take what you like 👍🏼

@thomasorchard

7 күн бұрын

I like my 7x saphire solar pro, but I'm not impressed with the battery life. I'm not getting the promised 30-37 days from regular use. I usually get around 21 days use (spo2 off, avg 1 hour activities per day, 1-2 hours per day in sun). How's your battery life?

Garmin Fenix 7 pro is very easy to use for workouts!! Great review!!

A super post. Thanks for the advice and tips. You are a brother from another mother! I swear…my Garmin Epix is my tracker of choice. I would never have bought my Apple Watch Ultra if I bought my Garmin first!! That said? I love them both…and you did tell me to stop buying stuff I don’t need (in a previous post! 😂😂) Please let us know when you are in London. Good luck with the marathon training 👍🏾

Good video--am stuck on Android and don't want to put in the $$$ to change my whole system. My compromise is Venu 3. It's not a super smartwatch but fitness tracking on HR is really good on me (tracks with what a HR strap gives me), and it's actually been nice NOT being tethered to my phone all the time.

Love my Fenix 7 pro ss. What are your settings for 21 days on your battery meter?

Congrats on London! Long term Garmin user, from Fenix now on the Epix Gen 2. I also own an AW Ultra I never wear as it’s just not as robust, lacking a ConnectIQ alternative for sensors and an overall ability to dive into your data.

Good luck tomorrow in the Marathon!!

they both are amazing watches ! pretty much one is more fitness and maps focused while the other is a smart watch. both amazing in there own way tbh i love my apple watch series 7

I have an AWU and the battery life is a bit of a pain at times, but I just can't just pull the trigger on a Garmin. I mostly need a workout tracker for indoor workouts (HIIT, Hyrox, CrossFit style), strength/weight lifting workouts and a little running (treadmill and sometimes outdoors). I feel like Garmin excels if you like exercising outside, especially for longer periods. Great video none the less!

thank you very much for your review .. i love garmin but still i stick to apple watch .. the big difference for me when is use apple watch feature "gym kit" to pair my watch to the treadmil or elliptical cross trainer and really it give me a very big difference .. i wish one day that i will see the same feature in garmin watch to pair with machine directly throw NFC

I had successive Garmin's. You just reminded me of the 1980's style charging routine. I had to angle it, fix it in place, use pliers on the cable connector, buy new cables... What a pain...

I replaced the AWU2 with a 2019 Garmin Tactix Delta that I got with a steep discount from a local jeweller. I'm floored how much this years old watch has to offer and it makes the AWU2 look complicated and not reliably, which the video showcased.

I never look at Apple Vs garmin video except your. There real informative and you seem like a really honest guy! I'll give you a follow to keep up with your videos! Cheers from Québec!

I have the epix 2 and AWU2 and I’m thinking of selling the AWU2 due to the apps as you need several to compete with the epix.

There are generic brand velcro straps for Garmins that I find more comfortable and breathable. They allow you to fine tune the tightness more than a buckle, and they're easy to adjust while running.

@fitdude

23 күн бұрын

Same here! I love the infinite adjustability of the fabric with velcro, my wrist is always expanding and contracting.

@kwiller03

23 күн бұрын

I bought the quick fit 22 band for my new Epix Pro and love it versus the silicone band it came with. This was after using the stock silicone band on my forerunner for 2.5 years.

@MaxRevitt

21 күн бұрын

Enduro comes with a similar strap, best and least noticeable watch I’ve ever worn!

Good luck in your marathon!!!! Thanks for this great review. I love my Apple Watch for everyday things like answering texts or my phone when it’s not near me or seeing pictures from my ring cameras come up on my watch when I’m working. I though am tempted by the garmin for the battery life, just not sure it would be great for all the other things.

@Adventures4vida

25 күн бұрын

I have both and honestly the Apple watch ultra is a better daily driver if you have cell service. Its nice not having to have your phone with you at work. I use the Garmin on the weekends when I don't care about texts and when I work out more. I do wear the AWU more though.

Sold my AWU in the end, and went back to Garmin Fenix 7x. The Garmin is much better for fitness/health tracking in the Connect app. The AWU was amazing, but it was only really used for cellular when on a run, otherwise I always had my phone.

@icarus3604

6 күн бұрын

The Garmin 7x has to be the best fitness watch on the market.

This video is amazing! I really found so much useful information in it. I'm currently deciding between the two devices myself, I'd like to keep the Apple Watch because it just feels safer if you need emergency calls etc but the Garmin does basic things so much better. See the countdown before next interval for example, if you are doing hiit it's amazing. I've been looking for reviews of apps like strong, do you happen to know if this app or others have this feature?

Thanks Shervin! 😊

Got an instinct 2 solar and absolutely love it. I am a convert from Fitbit versa. Love the suggested workout which took me to my first 5k workout/run.

Some of the difficulties he mentions here such as battery life and accidental touches are the same annoyances I dealt with when I had a Galaxy S2 smartwatch several years ago. It's the reason I switched to Garmin because I feel more confident in the activity tracking and don't need yet another thing to remember to charge every day.

Nice video! I just wanted to say that it is possible to set up the Apple Watch so that it the water lock automatically activates when you start a workout via Shortcuts. I looked up how to set it up for the reasons you mentioned (sweaty workouts, long-sleeved shirts/jackets, etc.), and it has been pretty decent. I have a Series 7, by the way, so I am sure it will work for more recent models.

That's the best comparison video. I'm from far away in Korea, pressing like button and subscribing. Thank you for the great video.

You are very kind, but I got the conclusion even as recreational runners, good and detail review

It’s so crazy cause I don’t know Shervin personally, but because i been watching all his videos and him training this entire time, I’m genuinely excited for him! Wishing all the best on the run and hopefully these watches track whatever the goal is when doing the marathon! 🎉

My Wahoo Rival has two weeks battery life, it is awesome. After a full marathon it only used 10% battery. GPS is also spot on.

I've been using a Garmin Fenix for 18 months. The charging cable was a pain to start with, but now I have a cable permanently connected to my computer ready on my desk and it's simple to plug in and charge. When I'm away, I bought a small USB adaptor, and that works great, but having had a 'smart watch' before, the convenience of not having to charge nearly every day is great.

Nice comparison, but regarding 11:15 the Apple Watch (I have the SE2) definitely DOES let you track your pace within intervals. Perhaps it works differently when you add workouts through training peaks, but I set my my intervals with pace ranges in custom workouts and the first screen always lets me know my interval pace/distance, and the other screens let me see the total distance and other metrics. Just fyi :)

How’s your experience with the Epix compared to your old fenix? Pros cons?

@shervinshares, what glasses do you have and what type of transitions lenses did you put on them? Thanks!

My AWU started shorting me on runs - I would wait until the GPS locked in and start. After about 3/4 mile I would look and it would say .10 mile. I played with many settings but nothing helped. This never happened with my old Apple Watch. So, I got a Garmin and in addition to the more accurate GPS, I really love the app and website. I can plan a route for a run and the watch will guide me through it. Also, like you mentioned, I like how the external devices link to the Garmin better. Now I wear the Apple Watch all day, and the Garmin primarily to do my running workouts.

How does that work on the Health app? I mean which app overwrites the other? Like if you're using a garmin cycling computer?

I just experienced that same orange screen issue on my Ultra 2 for the first time today, and had to force restart to get it to work again.

Dont have either yet. Garmin's it is for sure....battery life and all fitness app features....love the idea of showing ones step by step fitness goal track. Thanks for video Shervin!

Hi Shervin, What glasses do you wear? The clear and the tinted?

I have Apple Watch Ultra 2, and have the accidental end-workout problem also. I wear it on my left wrist while cycling, and the wrist angle while holding handlebars makes it really easy to hit the crown and side button.

Detailed, hands-on review 🥇

Great video. Which harming you use?

A great comparison video! Cheers!

I feel you when you are working out and realizing that the watch is paused or in my case frozen. Had it happen in my swims when it says I am swimming hard just to realize later that it didn’t record any of it

I love the information. But I bought the venu 3. And have a galaxy s23 ultra. Love the larger display for senior's over 70.

Thanks for the video and info. I've been an Apple Watch user since the first Apple Watch and truly appreciate the ease of use and smart watch capabilities. I purchased a Garmin EPIX Pro last year after my Apple Watch failed to track my Grand Canyon expedition and I am very happy with the Garmin. I totally agree you can't go wrong with either for just general health workouts, but if you train for endurance events or do not prioritize smartwatch features the Garmin watch is the better fit for me.

Hi @ShervinShares, can you do a comperetion test between Ticwach pro 5 and the Garmin / Apple watch please.

I have the ultra 2 on one wrists and Garmin 265 on the other. I hate wearing both though. Just so everyone knows I saw another video also talking a lot about buttons and I’m surprised no one mentions this. The video I saw in another post said how easy Garmin is to start a workout. It is, but you can push the side crown of an Apple Watch and just say, Start an outdoor run and when your finished either say, “hey siri stop workout” or push the crown and say say “stop workout” and no need to even say “hey siri”.

Sold my AWU2 for a Garmin 7X Pro sapphire solar. AWU is just a smartwatch but I hate the touchscreen and battery life. I disabled the touchscreen on my Garmin and get about 30 days battery life.

Hi, Does both watches have HRV measuement? Is there a difference between them?

I never got the orange screen on my ultra 2, but then again perhaps not training as hard as you 😊

Great video as always! Good luck on the marathon!

Very thoroughly walk through of the watches. Well done. I have been running with a Garmin Epix Pro and an Apple Watch 7 on every run for more than 6 months. I do agree with almost everything you say in the video. Nonetheless have I come to the conclosion that I am going to sell the Garmin and buy a Apple Ultra Watch instead. I dont use the Apple training app but the app WorkOutDoors. It adress most of the issues you have with showing important data during a workout with the Apple training app. As you mention the Apple Watch sleep data and hr data is more accurate and therefore the morning reports from third party apps on the Apple Watch are a lot more accurate and I find that really important. I have run more than 25 half marathons and 1 marathon with the Apple Watch but have never been close to running out of battery. I do prefer the longer battery life and more buttons on the Garmin but that is it. For everything else I find the Apple Watch superior for my needs.

What was the app shown at the very end of the video with the Garmin!?

Shervin, nice vid as usual but I'm gonna ask some off topic: what glasses do you use that have the ability to transform them from regular seeing glasses to the same glasses but with shades?? Thank you!

@davidbenning10

25 күн бұрын

“Transition lenses, which are also called photochromic lenses, have lenses that change from clear to dark in color. The lenses can darken and lighten because they are made with special dyes that chemically change when exposed to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.”

Amazing video, thank you!

I recommend the Interval Pro APP for the Apple Watch.

Does the "focus" feature on Apple have the ability to automatically engage the water lock when you start a workout? I think you have have a "focus" automatically turn on when you start a workout. (19:00)

Super video. A couple of additions: Using Garmin and AW Ultra at the same time for more than a month without heart rate straps, I had to skip the Garmin reacting way too slowly during HIIT sessions, and therefore not getting near real max heart rate and effort. I don’t need a strap with AW where it was required with Garmin . AW Ultra was way better at counting my 24h energy use than Garmin focusing on training sessions. I found the Training today App with AW set to detect afib for more frequent meassurements, very closely matched Garmin training readiness, but also include the effect of hard effort outside traning sessions on those days. So with AW I don’t have to clock everything.

Great video! Agree with you on Garmin. If you are seriously training it’s a much better option.

@lurklingX

25 күн бұрын

serious training or even just a mindset of being serious about whatever training level you are at. (i always thought the apple watch seemed a bit fiddly and unrealistic even just setting up for a walk/jog. plus, battery life.)

@RobertBruno

25 күн бұрын

@@lurklingX Agree!! I also don’t like having to go into 3 different apps to see my stats. Trying to map out a run on the AWU is also nearly impossible without 3rd party apps. Garmin has everything built in.

Try wearing the watches on the underside of your wrist when running. Makes it easier to view the screen without having to rotate your arm and shoulder as much while running. All you have to do is basically look down at your palms and it’s easy to view. Heart rate monitoring still works.

Garmin had a manufacturing defect with the nubs that connect the band to the watch; the cheap molded metal was breaking when your wrist flexed.

On battery, my old version 4 AW lasts a 4:30 hour marathon and still has about 25-30% left. If you stream music directly from the watch then you might have a different outcome.

Do you have a link for the foldable charger?

Great review… subbed!

Excellent video as always; if you want to chat from what a MD (internal med/crit care/stroke) thinks about this tech, pls get in touch

I am new to your channel, have you tried a Coros watch yet? The battery life on the Coros is amazing. I have to charge it maybe twice a month, and that's using it everyday.

Love my Garmin watches. The battery life is fantastic, and as you mention, the buttons are very Timex Ironman intuitive, so that's appreciated. You are absolutely spot on regarding the charging method/location of the power cord--it's awful, just awful! The only upside is all the watches throughout their line use it, so at least if you replace your watch you can use the same power cord. 🙂

Try Coros Vertix please. Apple and Garmin Battery drain to fast. Want to know your opinion.

I do wonder how accurate the Vo2 max is on these- mine is at 58 on the Apple Watch but you’re definitely way more fit than me, I’m only doing shorter runs

brother...i just love the content...love from india

Sherv with the clean shaven look! A true gentleman again!

Thanks Shervin!

Shervin, can I use the polar HR monitor or the optical arm band without using the Polar Bear app? I like apples’s fitness app. I don’t want to bother with the other app but want better HR data while working out.

I moved from the apple watch series 7 to the garmin forerunner 165 music yesterday. Garmin has an AMOLED display, good refresh rate and still does all the smartwatch neccesities (Garmin pay, notifications etc.) Battery life is insane compared to apple. Did an hour padel game yesterday and lost like 5/6% of battery. The amount of additional data that you get about your health (anything from sleep to stress levels) is insane.

I didn’t know you were running London so when I saw you I was so shocked😂

Garmin wins hands down in many areas..battery life, great n accurate data for every aspects of your workout etc.

I hate how water can change the screen! So glad you mentioned this drawback-- it happens to me every morning in the shower with my Garmin 965.

@Jay-sd9ye

25 күн бұрын

Turn off touch screen before the shower

@edu1113

25 күн бұрын

Dont wear it to shower.. done

great video! I got a Fenix 6x Pro and I love it!!!

for my garmin forerunner 255s it has happened a couple of times where at the start of the race when I press start of the button nothing happens for few seconds making me thinking that it has not started and so I press the start button again which pauses the run making me press the start button the third time.

I love your review!

Just ordered my first Apple Watch, excited to see how it will fit into my habits