9:18 that's not true, you can do it all from your phone. You can send GPX routes to your watch from the phone ;)

@AhmedKamel-ol6qv

2 жыл бұрын

yes. It does not even make sense not to be able to do this wirelessly given that it has a bluetooth sensor. I just paused the video and was about to say something in the comment thread

Complaining that a Fenix has too many features is like complaining that a Ferrari is too fast.

I bet you'll get used to the weight and not notice it when running after a few weeks. The Garmin 945 might be a good alternative if you're looking for similar features in a lighter (cheaper) build. Great review. Thanks for taking the time to put this together!

Over the last couple of months, I "stepped down" from the Fenix 5+ over the FR245 to the Instinct. I quite like the toned down complexity I got with every step. The only thing I miss is running power through their Running Dynamics Pod or Stryd (the latter still giving me way more accurate pace/distance readings). I hope Garmin gets native running power before or when the Instinct 2 arrives some day.

I currently use the Garmin 5S +, which was a big step up from the 5S since it provided for music, audio books, and podcasts. I will stick with it rather than upgrade at this point. Garmin is having lots of problems with its Garmin Express software that runs on your Mac and the current macOS, Catalina. Their technical assistance is really good, but they can not currently solve some problems that exist.

Hi Stephen ! Did you order a « large » quick fit band or is it the one sold with the 6s? Because I had the 5s and the strap was so short. My wrist is only 17cm... I had to return the watch. It seems to fit so well on your wrist 😉

Thanks for an amazing and insightful video. I've had the Forerunner 245 Music for two years now, and am thinking of upgrading to a newer garmin watch. One year on from making this video, which watch do you find yourself using most now?

In the FR 245 the weight is really the best feature. I lost my watch during a trail race and I didn't even notice until I glanced at my wrist.

@giovannirivera8821

4 жыл бұрын

Rodrigo Jara Piccardo I Imagine your heart skipped a beat haha! I’d be so upset

You said the FR245 is your second favorit Garmin watch. Wich one is your favorit?

Thanks.Can we use the GPS for direction as we would with our phone? Would the watch read aloud directions from point A to point B? Thanks

Great video!.You say (1:24 video time) that FR245 is your second favourite garmin watch, then which is the first for you?

Exactly the review/comparison I was looking for, thanks!

Great honest review! Thanks man! My main activities are MTB, running and occasional swim. Could you recommend watches to consider as of now, December 2020?

Which omega do you have? I've a few rolex and might look at a planet ocean one day in distant future got a few more rolex to collect first lol

thank you! I also have 245 and i was looking into upgrade to 6s... i just love my 245 but only thing i lack is multisport and openwater swim. but weight now puts me off, it would probably be really noticable in water

@TIM123451ERR

3 жыл бұрын

Do you think 6s fit you better than 6?

@milanekrkane

3 жыл бұрын

@@TIM123451ERR obviously yes

@TIM123451ERR

3 жыл бұрын

What’s your wrist size?

@milanekrkane

3 жыл бұрын

@@TIM123451ERR big enough even for 6x

@TIM123451ERR

3 жыл бұрын

So you prefer 6s over 6?

great review !!! this one or the suunto baro 9 ? any suggestions ? thak you !

Is the font/screen high resolution smooth better than 245, 45, 55?

just love it

you can add routes via the Garmin connect app on your phone.. you. do not need to use a computer at all..

thanks! I have tiny tiny wrists, the weight alone on some of these is a non-starter

Great review. What is the watch face you use on your fr245 in this video ?

@andersknudsen753

3 жыл бұрын

Did you find out?

@springstern

3 жыл бұрын

@@andersknudsen753 nope

Set up a WiFi network once from Garmin express or the Garmin connect mobile app syncs wireless only. No need for computer phone or whatsoever to sync up your activities and all the stats. Firmware updates come also automatically up on the device.

What’s your wrist size?

Thanks for the review. I'll weigh in as well in case it helps. I have thin wrists and I recently purchased the 5s in black which actually looks pretty good on my wrist. It doesn't look feminine at all but may be a tad too small. The only thing I didn't realize or forgot was that I couldn't stream music from it. Not a huge deal, but it had me thinking of the 6 and 6s because of that feature and the maps that frankly I probably wouldn't use all that much anyway. But, if could have all, it may be worth the jump in price. Anyway, just received both the 6 and 6s, and for my taste and wrist, the 6 was a little big, but looked better size-wise that the 5. I then tried on the 6s and this is why I am writing. It definitely felt a bit feminine and smaller than the 5s and is for sure a no-go for me. Currently wearing the 6 and even though it may be slightly big for my wrist, I am warming up to it real quick. **Update** went with the 6 and I love it. Doesn't feel too big anymore. Just took my brain a second to adjust.

@andrewrinehart2795

4 жыл бұрын

Barclay Neel I am debating between the 6 and 6s. Do you know what size your wrist is? Mine is about 6.5 inches. Thanks!

@Earclops

4 жыл бұрын

@@andrewrinehart2795 Mine is slightly over 7 inches.

@Earclops

4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't want a watch that was any bigger, though that's my preference. So, 6s may make more sense for you, but again, I preferred the 5s to 6s style wise. Depends what you want. Good luck.

@andrewrinehart2795

4 жыл бұрын

Barclay Neel Yeah that’s what I was thinking too! Thanks for the help!

What watch face is that on your fenix?

I am interested in the 6s but am slightly concerned about the size of my wrist. Would you say it fits true to the size charts on the garmin website?

@hdmedia7404

3 жыл бұрын

Beware of the band length. It can be a bit short. My wrist is 17cms and it doesn't fit that good.

Love my fenix 6x and your review is top notch 👌 Love digging into it lol I customise it as I'm walking do I need compass or this or that lol

@ross-morozov

Жыл бұрын

🥺

Is this the garmin fenix 6s Sapphire?

This isnt a Fenix 6s!!!! The watch in the video is actually a Fenix 6s Pro

I love that you can get lost in the settings and customization lol

Watch style please on garmin fenix 6s pro in the beginning? Thanks!

Hello, I understood that only the Pro version of the Fenix watches have maps included; is your 6s the Pro version?

@aktechstack

3 жыл бұрын

yep!

@scrontyscront3427

2 жыл бұрын

@@aktechstack Extremely miss leading vlog........ If you have the pro version you should state this, this video is about the a different watch to what is in the heading!

Can you skip songs on your watch from the music on your phone or it only works when you transfer music to the watch?

@usertutubo06

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can. Just play whatever from your phone (music, KZread, etc) and automatically you can change tracks, see their info and control volume from the watch.

Cracked the screen on my Garmin Fenix 6 pro after 2 months, seems not as durable as you’d expect for a “sport” watch. Trying to talk to customer service you might as well talk to a brick wall, 2 weeks of emailing has got me nowhere. Nice review though, would be interested to see how you still feel or compare to polar/sunto

@onegoodknock

3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. Garmin are an absolute disgrace. Their customer service is complete crap. I'm having problems with a 5+. My first Garmin device and definitely my last. They just don't work anywhere near well enough considering the ridiculously high price they charge

@TurreTuntematon

3 жыл бұрын

Jonathon Calleija Did you have Sapphire or normal screen?

For that price I’d hope it would feel premium. Being it costs the same if not more than an Apple Watch. Also who doesn’t own a laptop? I mean you have to plug it in the charge it anyway. How often are you having to add stuff by computer? It would be nice to see how/if it ties well with ANY smartphone. Just saying

I think the bezel is black paint on stainless steel. How easy (or not) is to have it get scratched?

@freezak3864

3 жыл бұрын

In outdoor conditions - not that hard. I prefer the silver one (stainless steel or titanium)

Great review.

Thanks a million S for your awesome review. Could please let us know the difference between the 6S and 6S pro? I’m trying to decide between the two. Thanks again!!

I’m stuck between these two on which to buy I’m coming from the 5s as a runner I only use the running function nothing else lol but I wear it everyday for work , going out and training just the durability of the 245 I have concerns about ???

@chrisandrew_tv

3 жыл бұрын

I'm wearing the 245M right now and the quality surprised me - in a good way - when I opened the box.

I know with my instinct, I have to open th egarmin app to get current weather, is this the same way or do you have to open the app and sync to update the weather? thanks

@fendermon

2 жыл бұрын

Weather updates in real time with my Epix and Iphone connected with Bluetooth. I would assume it's the same.

Why does the background look purple blue? Is it the back light?

Can you download Spotify or podcast apps on the 6s?

@aktechstack

3 жыл бұрын

Yes to spotify. Not sure about podcasts

@djazz0

3 жыл бұрын

6s Pro/Sapphire

Thanks for the review. I am curious what is your favorite Garmin watch?

@aktechstack

4 жыл бұрын

Forerunner 245 music

Wrist size ?

The Fenix 6s doesn't have maps ! This is the sapphire model ! You are fooling a lot of people.

You should put in the video title fenix 6s pro because the 6s has no maps. You are misleading people. Thank you

@wojtekwoj2259

3 жыл бұрын

As I see in 10:55 this is Fenix 6s Sapphire.

@wojtekwoj2259

3 жыл бұрын

As I see in 10:55 this is Fenix 6s Sapphire

Does anyone know the name Of the watchface on the 6s Pro he uses in the beginning?

I have the same watch. Have you not tried the Garmin Explore app for iOS? You can manage routes and waypoints on that and sync via Bluetooth.

Have you tried to download any app such as Wikiloc to follow tracks while trekking? TY!

@aktechstack

4 жыл бұрын

No but I would like to!

What features work without a smart phone? I want weather details and music without my phone attached via bluetooth.

@aktechstack

3 жыл бұрын

Music yes, weather no

Wicked video

We have the same vo2 max.

By looks, functionality, n batt life, I would choose 6s. By weight n simplicity i choose 245 music.

I have FR 245 Music I was thinking of upgrading to Fenix 6s because i've seen a great price online but thanks to you I will stick with FR 245 like you said mostly about the weight I can imagine how heavy it could be while running.

@freezak3864

3 жыл бұрын

If you found a good price on the fenix 6s then in my opinion you should've bought it. It looks smarter, fits about any occassion, especially the silver/black one, has garmin pay, barometer, compass, climbpro, etc. It is a bit heavier but not as heavy as 6 or 6x. I think it's manageable without any problem.

It was a great review! I made my decision to buy one. By the way what watch face do you have on there? It looks simple. Thanks

@Krankerou

3 жыл бұрын

did you found the watchface??? i want it too :D

@Krankerou

3 жыл бұрын

simple tdb is the name on connect iq

is this the 42mm one?

Great review, are u filming this using an IPhone11 camera?

@neilporter2923

3 жыл бұрын

Didn't you watch it?

Flagship and no touch screen? Why?

How does it work ? Does it need internet

@94SexyStang

3 жыл бұрын

GPS no

📝

is it a touch screen?

@94SexyStang

3 жыл бұрын

no touchscreen is for nerd idiots......this is for REAL athletes.

The review it's not for Fenix 6s, it's for 6s Pro.

@miker1582

3 жыл бұрын

Exact ce incercam sa imi dau seama, merci. Doar Pro-urile au harti din ce am inteles, nu?

@butnarubogdan9427

3 жыл бұрын

@@miker1582 Harti au doar gama Pro si X.

@butnarubogdan9427

3 жыл бұрын

@Trollovich No. It's a 6S Pro Sapphire.

@butnarubogdan9427

3 жыл бұрын

@Trollovich You're right, I can see that they've put PRO features on it. Anyway, the review it's not for a simple 6s. ;)

People without a computer or smartphone will definitely have a problem watching this video. I'm curious; What tracking fitness device does not require synchronization with either a pc or a smartphone?

@a.draghici8956

4 жыл бұрын

Different class of watch. Garmin fenix is an outdoor/activity watch. The smart function is minimal. The apps are sports centric. Built in text responses. No touchscreen or mic. Samsung is a smartwatch plus it tries to be a fitness watch. If youre active or outdoors a lot, fenix 6x can last 2.5 weeks at most, heavy use 5-7 days. The Samsung 2 days max, heavy use 6-9hrs.

@a.draghici8956

4 жыл бұрын

To note, cell is always with me, so the fact it can store music is useless to me. Do leave my cell in my in gym bag (as i care jump roap and strech bands)

@a.draghici8956

4 жыл бұрын

Also... music is uploaded via computer. If you have music subscription, over wifi

@a.draghici8956

4 жыл бұрын

Fenix 6 is durable, i wouldnt worry about banging it sort of speak. Also button help with gloves, thick gloves, when wet. Screen is clear in full direct sun also

@darrylfox7389

4 жыл бұрын

@@a.draghici8956 Hey I just bought a fenix 6s pro. I cant get spotify to sync on the watch can you help please

Thanks to the review, I think I sill go for the Apple Watch series 5

@kerina_perry9694

3 жыл бұрын

If you want more smart watch features than a fitness watch go for the Apple Watch. I’ve got one and don’t like it tbh...

PSA: This is the Fenix 6s Pro

Subscribed because of the apple rant! Fight the ipocalypse!

To say that the weight of the watch is an issue is ridiculous! We’re speaking of differences that are measured in grams! If, anyone is that sensitive to a watch needs to increase their workout and get more muscle! I put on my 6 pro and 10 seconds later I’ve forgotten I have it on.

@dpetrina4625

3 жыл бұрын

I still have the original Fenix 3 (NOT HR, that's how old it is!). It is running strong and weighs as much as the Fenix6 X Pro: 84 grams. I have a 6 inch wrist!! So happy that I finally scraped up the money, with a great sale, to get the Fenix 6s Pro Sapphire! Cannot wait to get it in the mail and feel how light it is on my wrist! :)

Connecting a watch to a laptop is very 2010 tech . Apple Watch stores activities and syncs automatically with the iPhone . Apps are also running native on Apple Watch . Routes sync instantly with the iPhone .battery life is 2days or more depending on activity but that’s not a problem because most people take their watches off every night before bed and charge it .

Garmin fenix is not a smartwatch. It 's a sports computer with the smartwatch features. It's a seriously dope powerful training and monitoring tool. Being able to tune it _exactly_ how you'd want it to be is the #1 top reason to buy one. Bazillion of settings is not a downside, it's a huge upside. You can set your runs to follow a certain schedule, certain route. While on the run it can notify you about (and guide to) favourite strava segments, or let you know if you're out of pre-selected HR zones. It can beep you the cadence, it can let you do laps or do it automatically, it can make a pace plan for you, for your run and help you follow it! It's insanely powerful little device and reading the manual is totally worth it :) Thanks for the review! Very easy to follow.

Had a Samsung Galaxy. Anyone have comments on this vs Samsung?

@mipuist

3 жыл бұрын

Totally different devices.

Garmin has good hardware... But disappoint on the software front. I had a VA4s, but it felt like a Porsche with a lawn mower motor inside, and ugly blue backlight. The apps are just a disgrace and the way to pay for apps is also very dodgy. There is so much low hanging fruit and the selling point of Garmin is great: functional sports watches without the gimmicks. Also, the Sp02 measurement is way off: my Fitbit Charge 4 is spot on and costs less than a Forerunner 45. I always say that one day I will buy a Garmin again because it focuses on my activities (Fitbit is for ladies who want to save weight), but I try to postpone it as long as possible until they have their watches beyond the beta stage or much cheaper. If you see new releases going to 800 EUR and more, you know it's not going to happen and it is just expensive imperfection.

61 grams is heavy? You gotta lift man!

5-6 days on 6s? ok another model out of my list

Lol the Fenix 6s is lightweight buddy! It's the ladies version of the 6X, which is a bit of a heavy beast.

@user-lh1xj3om8l

3 жыл бұрын

All Fenix are unisex, if you are thin you are not going to use a fenix 6x

@lolollook1055

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-lh1xj3om8l Fair comment. It's a beast.

I just received my 6X Today. It is very washed out very bluish screen. I have seen some other people complain about this. I will be returning it. You might want to update everybody watching. It seems to be hit or miss. Very disappointing for the money.

@dpetrina4625

3 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear it. This makes me nervous as I wait for my 6s sapphire to come in the mail. I've heard this happens with the sapphire addition! :(

@willardfarkwark835

3 жыл бұрын

Danielle Paterek I returned it and got a sapphire. The sapphire looks great and the whole watch works great.

@dpetrina4625

3 жыл бұрын

@@willardfarkwark835 That's great to hear! Crossing my fingers for my exact watch when it gets here, as I cannot exchange it with all stores closed due to COVID19 at this time!

@94SexyStang

3 жыл бұрын

probably because you ordered from a shady distributor on ebay or amazon..........

You are wrong about data transfer

Great review. But, DW is NOT a nice watch. Cheers.

8:58 Best part of the review.

@pimsiebers7333

4 жыл бұрын

The incorrect part you mean? Like others stated, no need for a laptop. Would be good if somebody corrected that in his honest review...

This is so 2019 tech. I'll wait till the Aviation Watch features move to the Fenix series.

This is a misleading Vlog....... you cannot get maps on a Fenixs 6s, you just get a simple route to follow on the face of your watch....... He is Vlogging about a completely different model of watch here

I'm very disappointed is not touch screen

Hey where is your boyfriend?

Who would use these sort of watches without having access to a computer. Also the battery life depends on the settings... my old Fenix 3 lasts ages, but then I have turned off smart notifications and bluetooth unless I want to use it.

Don't like that blue backlight

Just get a Galaxy Watch(or Active 2) or a Fossil Gen 5 if you want a MUCH MUCH better UI and features, a round face and something that's not Apple and works great on Android. And with a Galaxy watches they sync phenomenally with Samsung phones but unlike Apple you're not required to own a Samsung phone to use them and don't lose features, it's just an eaiser pairing experience on a Samsung phone.

@macvos

3 жыл бұрын

They don't have a quarter of the battery life and half the fitness functions though. There is nothing on 'real' smart watches that matches Garmin Connect. You do gain a lot of smart watch functionality though.

Turn your mic louder. Cant hear a thing!!!!

This should be retitled.. "Garmin Fenix 6s - Stupid Review"

@johannese.9315

2 жыл бұрын

no arguments?

Downvote .... 23-gram difference which is 0.8 of oz. You guys really care about 0.8 oz weight difference.

@aktechstack

3 жыл бұрын

HEAVY watch is HEAVY

Why tf does a smartwatch not have a touchscreen in 2020? That's absurd, and for $1000 also. Are they crazy? Hell even a rotating crown or bezel would have EASILY made up for the lack of a touchscreens since I use crowns and bezels(Galaxy Watch) to navigate on watches more often than I do the tiny touchscreens anyway. Just a GLARING negative and an absolute dealbreaker. Who wants to constantly be touching little buttons to navigate a clunky UI, and especially a 2d map, like it's the 90s, early 00s again? Again the thing is around $1k so there's ZERO excuse to not have SOMETHING user friendly to navigate, esp in this day and age when user experience is like 75%(or more) of what guides ppl to pick one product over another. And if it's a patent issue just pay the licensing fee, they are a huge company that can afford it. Overall I feel you can get a smartwatch with similar to even superior features for a quarter to half of the price depending on what you're looking for, and all of those come with great ui navigation, app stores and personal assistants. But I guess for true outdoor sport tracking and for things like expedition planning and stuff this is your only true choice as the other don't really do those things. If they would combine the features of this watch with the features of something like a Galaxy Watch, Fossil Gen 5 or even Apple Watch it would be untouchable in the smartwatch space.

@LeScandal

4 жыл бұрын

zack phy ...glad you brought this up

@chrisandrew_tv

3 жыл бұрын

It's an outdoors man's watch... good luck using a touch screen riding a bike, skiing, kayaking or any other water sport.... they're very well built. Support sucks though and prices aren't justified.

@macvos

3 жыл бұрын

2 words: battery life. A Galaxy Watch doesn't have near 36 to 66 hours of continuous GPS tracking and always-on-display in bright sunlight.

@94SexyStang

3 жыл бұрын

touch screen is for LAZY fucks..........this is a REAL outdoors watch, touchscreen is a Joke!

You do need to respect people who enjoys Apple ecosystem.

The 6S sucks! Even the sapphire screen has the cheap "blue" screen, instead of the "true black" screen on all the other "Fenix 6 Sapphire" models. The naming scheme is also ridiculous because all the sapphire models include all the "Fenix 6 Pro" features, they just leave the "Pro" out of the sapphire range name. Confusing.

I can do everything with my smartphone and free! Isnt worth it

@94SexyStang

3 жыл бұрын

and you gotta kill your battery in 1 hour........plus you gotta LUG around a fucking phone!! And you don't have REAL GPS......if your cell signal cuts out.....you're fucked!

Stop doing reviews