I moved a couple of years ago to just the watch. The garmin forerunner works very well for it. If I needed a new true bike computer it would be hard to say but probably wahoo.
I have used both. Battery is a problem but if you charge nightly it’s not an issue. The garmin eco system offers more especially if you need a coach or training plan. Maybe someone can offer an alternative on the Apple Watch for a coach. I’m using strava to keep on top of training.
I just switched from the Apple Watch to the Garmin. The whole purpose of wearing a watch instead of a phone is to have it track your body, period and I think Garmin does a better job of that. Apple collects data in Apple health but it doesn’t do anything with the data or tell you your recovery, body battery, If your sleep was enough, if you should or should not exercise, etc. I’m not an athlete and I think health stats are useful even if I’m going to work or walking, having fever, not sleeping well, etc
I'm not a runner, I like to do cardio, walking, jogging, hiking, biking, etc, but mainly I lift weights at the gym. I was also a personal and athletic trainer. The Garmin Forerunner 255 is an absolute gem!! Body battery, training recovery, stress, HRV, etc., makes hitting the ideal training zone so easy. If I only had this when I was training. The clipboard app where you can view and share workouts is an amazing tool for groups of friends or teams.
@@BikeShopGirl I used the Fitbit Charge 3, and it was OK for general sleep info, steps, and calories burned on various days. But it's not close to the Garmin.
Im personally a Garmin guy because being a XC runner I need to run every day year round and really need data to tell what I need to improve on even without a coach on the off season. Also I would suggest Garmin to the normal person as well because the it has everything you realy need for $400 less than the Apple watch.
I am a runner and have always used Apple Watch up to recently. I have a series 3 and an older iPhone so it can’t be updated to IOS 9 unfortunately which has a lot more functions e.g. being able to program running workouts, intervals, efforts sessions etc. which is what I was missing and to buy a new phone and Apple Watch would be pretty expensive. I’m decided to get a Garmin so that I can do these extra things. I love my Apple Watch as a smartwatch and for recording other activities like strength training and Pilates but will use my Garmin for all my running workouts. I went for the basic Forerunner 45S which does everything I need running wise but didn’t break the bank. The data from Garmin imports to Apple Health app so I don’t need to wear the Garmin all the time so this way I get the best of both worlds and this works well for me. Maybe when I do eventually upgrade my Apple phone and watch I might find the newer one does everything I need but in the meantime I’m going ‘hybrid’ 😊
I’ve got an Apple Watch because the phone and connectivity features are most important to me to always be available with a disabled child, the fitness is secondary.
I have an Apple Watch 7 and fenix 6. Seems like I always go back to Apple Watch. For myself seems like the accuracy is a tad better on Apple Watch. The fenix looks better tho.
That video came just right perfect! I’m just in this moment wearing the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music in white on my left wrist and the Apple Watch 7 Starlight on my right (got these last month - first smartwatch in my life). On top, I ordered the Apple Watch 8 last week since I found it for the same price as I paid for my 7. Haven’t unpacked it yet tho. And I’m going back and forth these days and can pretty much relate to the arguments in this video. 🙏 Well, once I got my Apple Watch last month, I was in love at first sight, bought 2 other straps classy and sporty. I was impressed how it’s all working on my wrist basically. But somehow I got drawn to a Garmin. I like the sporty style as well as the battery life. And I wanted to give it a try. And right know it’s hard to decide for one or the other. Garmin is aesthetically more sporty, rather unconventional since almost everyone wears an Apple Watch but haven’t seen many with this Garmin. And I like the round shape better as a watch. From a functional point of view, the Garmin does everything I’d need in terms of sport (basic runner and swimmer and some hikes, quite similar as you mentioned :)). It gives you data insights, weather options, Spotify, notifications from my phone - but, I feel it is not that easily usable and a bit confusing to find the “apps” I need quickly such as play the next song or find my phone, click click click back and forth. Not as intuitive as the Apple Watch which is very easy and easier for me with the touchscreen to get quick responses (play the next song, switch to Adidas running app and then to weather). The display resolution of Apple’s is higher since it is a mini smart phone, whereas Garmin appears rather analogue. It’s more a watch, like the G-Shocks (you remember? :)). You might probably get used to the clicks you’d need on the Garmin and get the orientation and which to set where on the watch or from the app. Garmin is also known for its deep data insights but I don’t feel much need for this and moreover the dashboard seems overwhelming (in the app). And that’s the thing - most things you’ll end up checking with your phone and additional apps eventually. It appears that the Garmin watch is more like the hardware and the phone in addition the software, whereas the Apple watch I feel works more alone. Summarized: Optically and battery life, going more sporty, and if old school is wanted (not living in a digital world all the time), I’d go with the Garmin. If for the easy usability whilst anyway being used to Apple, using fitness trackings and health apps, using the watch as a mirror of your phone and having a rather classy design and straps opportunities (go more fancy overall), I’d go with the Apple watch. It’s very tough tho and I wish there was a mix of both available (that might probably be the Garmin Venu 2). If I will stay with the Apple Watch, I might chose the 8 because of the temperature tracking over which the 7 doesn’t have. Thanks a lot for this video :)
So there is a way of solving this problem as it solved mine. I wear an Apple Series 8 on one wrist and the Garmin in the other. I live in the Midwest so 5 months out of the year I wear long sleeves anyway. No one notices. Second, who cares if they do. You will go to Health in Apple and allow sharing for Garmin. I share everything except sleep, resting heart rate, walks and runs. Everything else is shared. Therefore, if you go somewhere and decide you don’t want to be seen wearing two watches I just turn off my Apple Watch put it in my pocket and go about using the Garmin because all that data will also go to Apple Health (like your wearing an Apple Watch). If I go for a walk, run or workout I wear both and then both obviously record the work out data separately since I had turned off the work out, walks and run data from sharing. Works perfect. I sleep in both since Apple has better sleep tracking. I get good sleep tracking from Apple and get my body battery from Garmin. I get the health metrics from Garmin and the productivity from Apple.
I had a FitBit way back when they first came out, but an AppleWatch is the only other smartwatch I’ve owned. It almost never automatically detects my outdoor rides, but that’s ok. I mostly have it to be an extension of the phone. Often my phone is in my bag, the watch lets me know if I have a text message or call from a family member. One of the features I really like is the navigation feature that uses different buzzes to give me directions (turn left or right). It’s very handy when I’m riding, and also useful when I’m driving a car.
I agree with you, i am using my venu 2 plus for over a year now but after some app updates, i cannot sync my watch to my samsung and iphone and since i am not an athlete i think i better like the apple watch series 8, i like your video and you look great ❤
I've been a Garmin user, recently got an Apple watch, I'm not convinced really, battery life is so hard to hard to get used to, I do like the app!e watch but for running and working out I prefer garmin, then there's the issue of combining data from both watches in one place, only option seems to be to wear both.
Honestly my pt got me into garmin after my accident and he’s a athletic fanatic he runs for a living and he always told me it’s all in your mind the strongest muscle in our body’s which is very true 😊
I find it very frustrating that Apple as a company refuses to work well with other companies or adhere to standard protocols. Apple doesn't allow 3rd parties to make calls through watches. It's not that Garmin couldn't make that feature, it's that Apple wouldn't allow them to make it. I like Apple Watches but find the 'walled garden' part super annoying. Don't get me started about data exporting. 🤦♂ Great video as always!
A couple follow up notes: Can you make a call through a garmin on a non-Apple phone? The data exporting kills me. Their computers are so tech industry focused but their watches (even ultra) is watered down for consumers.
@@BikeShopGirl - Not that I've seen. You can do things like reply to text messages on non-apple phones with canned replies. I haven't been on Android in a long time so I haven't played around with it but I'd love Apple to allow 3rd party companies to do a bit more with their phones. 🤷♂
When my previous Garmin gave out I bought the 945 , I am a competitive swimmer and also like the long battery life , I am also an avid scuba diver and on rare occasions I have had an issue with my dive computer , like forgetting to pack it . Tomorrow I am ordering the Garmin descent dive / sports watch . This will be my back up dive computer on my three week dive vacations , also with the solar I will not need to charge as often as some countries use different wattages .
I love the logo you got there for your channel. Cool design! Both watches are good. Depends what you're looking for. If you're locked into the Apple ecosystem, you will need the apple watch. If you don't mind leaving your phone behind and need to track your runs and hike accurately, Garmin is what you would need.
I used an AppleWatch for my long ride. Sadly, my watch run out of batterie before the end of my ride (around 2-3h) But, I like my applewatch because i can see in reel time the data (power W, heart rate, km and speed) I think Garmin can’t give me all this data ?! I’m trying to find this answer. Strava can’t support my pedals (power/Watts).
I’m on the fence between an Apple Watch Ultra and the Forerunner 955. As a current Forerunner 935 owner and also deep in the Apple ecosystem it’s such a tough call.
@@BikeShopGirl On my several year old Garmin 935 I don’t have to think about the battery. Many days with plenty of GPS use. Navigation on the Garmin is much better too. But I like the crash detection/EKG and automatic 911 on the Apple Watch. I guess I need to decide if I want a sport watch with some smart watch features or a smart watch with some sport watch features.
Something I’m struggling with at the moment, always been a garmin guy, very much a hybrid type of trainer, if the Apple Watch had the battery life of the garmin it would be a no brainer, but I just don’t want to charge something every day! But it’s so much nicer when you’re not training.
can i charge apple watch when activity tracking is on ? i run an ultra once a year. so i case the apple watch runs low on battery can i connect it with a power bank in my running vest and continue? currently my garmin FR245 is getting old and i am looking to get apple watch 8 or 9
I am torn between these 2 watches. I had apple watch before. The only thing I dislike about it is the battery life. But I will probably give it another try after watching this video.
A helpful video thanks for posting. I think for me who’s someone running a vivoactive 3 garmin yet considering a potential jump to an Apple Watch it’s battery life Vs cost Vs what gain for the switch. Whilst I love gadgets and always have I’m not sure I can justify the jump in cost. But never say never right…😂
I am planning to go with either Apple Watch SE 2 or Forerunner 55, since I have an iPhone now Apple Watch would be great option but looking at its battery life and in future who knows I might go with an Android phone (not so much hung up with iPhone). Would like to know does Garmin have real issues with phone call alerts not being seen on the watch? Or is just the compatibility between IOS and Garmin watches? I believe at least call alerts are great thing to have. Need expert opinion before I make up my mind on any one of them.
I never had concerns with push alerts as long as I was within range of my phone. If you want the most reliable, an Apple Watch with cell service which wouldn’t require you phone to be close.
@@BikeShopGirl varies from 1-2 hours a do around 30-40 miles a week, never had a watch before its long overdue lol. main reason is so I can leave my phone at home when running And strava and spotify is most important for me
Hi ! I’m in a middle of something there because it’s been 5 years that I wear an Apple Watch, but because the world of connected Watch is becoming more and more popular, I’m wondering if à garmin could be it .. I love data, I love health and how I can treat myself better. The Apple Watch is a very good overall Watch, but apple is not providing a lot at all ! Like nothing at all, I’m the health app, you do have a lot but nothing is pushed forward like “you should rest a bit” I need to download app for that .. I’m curious about the garmin world, the battery life seems to be a dream come true, the health and data seems to be incredible. But the only thing that I do is a lot of cycling, walking, swimming sometimes and that’s it I love the interaction of the Apple Watch, the WatchOS 10 version that was shown is the latest apple keynote is showing mental health and a tiny more in the health data area but nothing to crazy.. … I will decide, I have until December of this year to choose, my series 5 will die eventually)
I’ve got a Garmin Instinct Solar. I chose it because it records all the things, it really only needs charged once a week (typically charge it sitting at my desk working), and it doesn’t attach my eyes/focus to another device. I thought about the Apple Watch but I didn’t want yet another reason to be looking at a device. I wanted simplicity & accuracy of GPS/Heartrate for recreational running/cycling. I didn’t need the features for training or whatever of the fenix (running gait analysis, etc). It’s rugged, no touch screen, minimalist. Exactly what I need in a watch. Smart but not tooooo smart.
Not toooo smart. I like it! It’s good to hear that you still have to physically charge the solar. I almost went with it thinking I could never charge it but it’s too big for me for daily use.
@@BikeShopGirl that’s TOTALLY fair on the size. It’s pretty light and I’m 6’2” and >225lbs so the size isn’t an issue for me, fortunately. I do have to charge it because I like having all the sensors going. You can, through watch or app, adjust settings to change your battery consumption. On a single charge depending on how many notifications I’m getting and how many trips I’m recording I think a good rule of thumb for me is 6-10 days between charges. If I turn of SPO2 tracking during sleep I’d probably double that but I’m a data nerd… so I can’t help but keep it on 😅
Interesting I have a Garmin Forerunner 245 music and the screen cracked just stilling on the table not wearing it , apparently this has happened to a lot of people , but they won’t take it back . Anyways interesting review I might invest into a Apple Watch and give up on Garmin 😅
Definitely Garmin… I’m not really interested in the smart watch features. I just need the gps and fitness features. Although Coros has be interested right now.
Do you face a problem with the heart rate on an apple watch while workouts? My Apple Watch 6, Heart rate sensor stops working while running, thinking to switch to Garmin.
@@BikeShopGirl I face this problem regularly, I don't wear it too tight, anyway, Thanks for your reply :) Sooner or later, maybe I will switch to Garmin
If you want the most accurate whist working out buy a heart rate chest strap or slightly less accurate but better than watch arm band heart rate strap 😎
I honked back and forth with Instinct Solar and fenix because I prefer better battery life, but I’ve realized the Apple Watch is more accurate with the HR during activities…. The battery life sucks but it’s more reliable
Interesting indeed, there’s also the quantified scientist on TH-cam that runs through all these wearables with actual tests and comparisons and it shows the same … Apple is the most accurate wrist based Hr device for various activities with the exception of weightlifting
Do you prefer the Apple Watch or Garmin smartwatches? Share with others your experiences!
I moved a couple of years ago to just the watch. The garmin forerunner works very well for it. If I needed a new true bike computer it would be hard to say but probably wahoo.
I have used both. Battery is a problem but if you charge nightly it’s not an issue. The garmin eco system offers more especially if you need a coach or training plan. Maybe someone can offer an alternative on the Apple Watch for a coach. I’m using strava to keep on top of training.
Apple Watch ❤
@@fernandop.5206 which Apple watch
@@brucelin5842 SE 1st gen.
I just switched from the Apple Watch to the Garmin. The whole purpose of wearing a watch instead of a phone is to have it track your body, period and I think Garmin does a better job of that. Apple collects data in Apple health but it doesn’t do anything with the data or tell you your recovery, body battery, If your sleep was enough, if you should or should not exercise, etc. I’m not an athlete and I think health stats are useful even if I’m going to work or walking, having fever, not sleeping well, etc
I'm not a runner, I like to do cardio, walking, jogging, hiking, biking, etc, but mainly I lift weights at the gym. I was also a personal and athletic trainer. The Garmin Forerunner 255 is an absolute gem!! Body battery, training recovery, stress, HRV, etc., makes hitting the ideal training zone so easy.
If I only had this when I was training. The clipboard app where you can view and share workouts is an amazing tool for groups of friends or teams.
Thanks for sharing! Have you used another watch before the 255?
@@BikeShopGirl I used the Fitbit Charge 3, and it was OK for general sleep info, steps, and calories burned on various days. But it's not close to the Garmin.
I also gym mostly do u think I should get the Apple Watch 7 or Garmin 265 or Garmin venu 2 plus?
Im personally a Garmin guy because being a XC runner I need to run every day year round and really need data to tell what I need to improve on even without a coach on the off season. Also I would suggest Garmin to the normal person as well because the it has everything you realy need for $400 less than the Apple watch.
This is super helpful
Thanks Bike Shop Girl... Great review, and very relevant for me.
I am a runner and have always used Apple Watch up to recently. I have a series 3 and an older iPhone so it can’t be updated to IOS 9 unfortunately which has a lot more functions e.g. being able to program running workouts, intervals, efforts sessions etc. which is what I was missing and to buy a new phone and Apple Watch would be pretty expensive. I’m decided to get a Garmin so that I can do these extra things. I love my Apple Watch as a smartwatch and for recording other activities like strength training and Pilates but will use my Garmin for all my running workouts. I went for the basic Forerunner 45S which does everything I need running wise but didn’t break the bank. The data from Garmin imports to Apple Health app so I don’t need to wear the Garmin all the time so this way I get the best of both worlds and this works well for me. Maybe when I do eventually upgrade my Apple phone and watch I might find the newer one does everything I need but in the meantime I’m going ‘hybrid’ 😊
Great review!! Thanks.
perfect review!
I’ve got an Apple Watch because the phone and connectivity features are most important to me to always be available with a disabled child, the fitness is secondary.
Great points, apple watches are pretty important with kids. I remember using mine with my baby monitor!
@@BikeShopGirl If I didn’t have it I wouldn’t feel comfortable doing longer swims.
I have an Apple Watch 7 and fenix 6. Seems like I always go back to Apple Watch. For myself seems like the accuracy is a tad better on Apple Watch. The fenix looks better tho.
That video came just right perfect! I’m just in this moment wearing the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music in white on my left wrist and the Apple Watch 7 Starlight on my right (got these last month - first smartwatch in my life). On top, I ordered the Apple Watch 8 last week since I found it for the same price as I paid for my 7. Haven’t unpacked it yet tho. And I’m going back and forth these days and can pretty much relate to the arguments in this video. 🙏
Well, once I got my Apple Watch last month, I was in love at first sight, bought 2 other straps classy and sporty. I was impressed how it’s all working on my wrist basically.
But somehow I got drawn to a Garmin. I like the sporty style as well as the battery life. And I wanted to give it a try. And right know it’s hard to decide for one or the other.
Garmin is aesthetically more sporty, rather unconventional since almost everyone wears an Apple Watch but haven’t seen many with this Garmin. And I like the round shape better as a watch. From a functional point of view, the Garmin does everything I’d need in terms of sport (basic runner and swimmer and some hikes, quite similar as you mentioned :)). It gives you data insights, weather options, Spotify, notifications from my phone - but, I feel it is not that easily usable and a bit confusing to find the “apps” I need quickly such as play the next song or find my phone, click click click back and forth. Not as intuitive as the Apple Watch which is very easy and easier for me with the touchscreen to get quick responses (play the next song, switch to Adidas running app and then to weather). The display resolution of Apple’s is higher since it is a mini smart phone, whereas Garmin appears rather analogue. It’s more a watch, like the G-Shocks (you remember? :)). You might probably get used to the clicks you’d need on the Garmin and get the orientation and which to set where on the watch or from the app.
Garmin is also known for its deep data insights but I don’t feel much need for this and moreover the dashboard seems overwhelming (in the app). And that’s the thing - most things you’ll end up checking with your phone and additional apps eventually. It appears that the Garmin watch is more like the hardware and the phone in addition the software, whereas the Apple watch I feel works more alone.
Summarized: Optically and battery life, going more sporty, and if old school is wanted (not living in a digital world all the time), I’d go with the Garmin. If for the easy usability whilst anyway being used to Apple, using fitness trackings and health apps, using the watch as a mirror of your phone and having a rather classy design and straps opportunities (go more fancy overall), I’d go with the Apple watch.
It’s very tough tho and I wish there was a mix of both available (that might probably be the Garmin Venu 2).
If I will stay with the Apple Watch, I might chose the 8 because of the temperature tracking over which the 7 doesn’t have.
Thanks a lot for this video :)
Keep me posted on where you land!!!!
So there is a way of solving this problem as it solved mine. I wear an Apple Series 8 on one wrist and the Garmin in the other. I live in the Midwest so 5 months out of the year I wear long sleeves anyway. No one notices. Second, who cares if they do. You will go to Health in Apple and allow sharing for Garmin. I share everything except sleep, resting heart rate, walks and runs. Everything else is shared. Therefore, if you go somewhere and decide you don’t want to be seen wearing two watches I just turn off my Apple Watch put it in my pocket and go about using the Garmin because all that data will also go to Apple Health (like your wearing an Apple Watch). If I go for a walk, run or workout I wear both and then both obviously record the work out data separately since I had turned off the work out, walks and run data from sharing. Works perfect. I sleep in both since Apple has better sleep tracking. I get good sleep tracking from Apple and get my body battery from Garmin. I get the health metrics from Garmin and the productivity from Apple.
I had a FitBit way back when they first came out, but an AppleWatch is the only other smartwatch I’ve owned. It almost never automatically detects my outdoor rides, but that’s ok. I mostly have it to be an extension of the phone. Often my phone is in my bag, the watch lets me know if I have a text message or call from a family member.
One of the features I really like is the navigation feature that uses different buzzes to give me directions (turn left or right). It’s very handy when I’m riding, and also useful when I’m driving a car.
I have never had luck using the auto detect, glad it isn't just me!
I agree with you, i am using my venu 2 plus for over a year now but after some app updates, i cannot sync my watch to my samsung and iphone and since i am not an athlete i think i better like the apple watch series 8, i like your video and you look great ❤
I've been a Garmin user, recently got an Apple watch, I'm not convinced really, battery life is so hard to hard to get used to, I do like the app!e watch but for running and working out I prefer garmin, then there's the issue of combining data from both watches in one place, only option seems to be to wear both.
I have both I run without my phone, using LTE apple watch
No contest for me, i prefer Garmin hands down: battery life and ability to use external sensor, these 2 things make Garmin my daily watch.
Totally understand!
Honestly my pt got me into garmin after my accident and he’s a athletic fanatic he runs for a living and he always told me it’s all in your mind the strongest muscle in our body’s which is very true 😊
I find it very frustrating that Apple as a company refuses to work well with other companies or adhere to standard protocols. Apple doesn't allow 3rd parties to make calls through watches. It's not that Garmin couldn't make that feature, it's that Apple wouldn't allow them to make it. I like Apple Watches but find the 'walled garden' part super annoying. Don't get me started about data exporting. 🤦♂ Great video as always!
Honored that you watched my first attempt at a watch review 🙌
A couple follow up notes:
Can you make a call through a garmin on a non-Apple phone?
The data exporting kills me. Their computers are so tech industry focused but their watches (even ultra) is watered down for consumers.
@@BikeShopGirl - Huge fan!
@@BikeShopGirl - Not that I've seen. You can do things like reply to text messages on non-apple phones with canned replies. I haven't been on Android in a long time so I haven't played around with it but I'd love Apple to allow 3rd party companies to do a bit more with their phones. 🤷♂
@@mlegrandHi Matt, You're a fan of the Apple Watch ultra, aren't you? And then you don't use Garmin's metrics that much, do you?
When my previous Garmin gave out I bought the 945 , I am a competitive swimmer and also like the long battery life , I am also an avid scuba diver and on rare occasions I have had an issue with my dive computer , like forgetting to pack it . Tomorrow I am ordering the Garmin descent dive / sports watch . This will be my back up dive computer on my three week dive vacations , also with the solar I will not need to charge as often as some countries use different wattages .
I love the logo you got there for your channel. Cool design!
Both watches are good. Depends what you're looking for. If you're locked into the Apple ecosystem, you will need the apple watch.
If you don't mind leaving your phone behind and need to track your runs and hike accurately, Garmin is what you would need.
Thanks for the kind words.
Absolutely correct! Do you use any other type of watches?
I used an AppleWatch for my long ride. Sadly, my watch run out of batterie before the end of my ride (around 2-3h) But, I like my applewatch because i can see in reel time the data (power W, heart rate, km and speed) I think Garmin can’t give me all this data ?! I’m trying to find this answer. Strava can’t support my pedals (power/Watts).
I’m on the fence between an Apple Watch Ultra and the Forerunner 955. As a current Forerunner 935 owner and also deep in the Apple ecosystem it’s such a tough call.
What are the pros and cons for you?
@@BikeShopGirl On my several year old Garmin 935 I don’t have to think about the battery. Many days with plenty of GPS use. Navigation on the Garmin is much better too. But I like the crash detection/EKG and automatic 911 on the Apple Watch. I guess I need to decide if I want a sport watch with some smart watch features or a smart watch with some sport watch features.
You can use the gesture controls on the Apple Watch series 8 for when the watch is wet and you can’t click on the screen 💪🏼
Just got my first apple watch, the series 8. Wondering if it's safe to go into the sea for a quick swim with it? What's your experience?
I have never had problems in the ocean! Sometimes sand can get under the dial and you’ll need to clean it out by turning the dial.
@@BikeShopGirl Awesome, thanks!
Hi! what is your wrist size?
Something I’m struggling with at the moment, always been a garmin guy, very much a hybrid type of trainer, if the Apple Watch had the battery life of the garmin it would be a no brainer, but I just don’t want to charge something every day! But it’s so much nicer when you’re not training.
can i charge apple watch when activity tracking is on ? i run an ultra once a year. so i case the apple watch runs low on battery can i connect it with a power bank in my running vest and continue? currently my garmin FR245 is getting old and i am looking to get apple watch 8 or 9
It charges with a puck to the back of the case and locks whenever not on your body so I would say no
Since watchOS 9 Apple watch provides all the same data as Garmin does. So for me it is also AW just for its design
I am torn between these 2 watches. I had apple watch before. The only thing I dislike about it is the battery life. But I will probably give it another try after watching this video.
I struggle with the battery life when I’m not in my daily life that I can just charge when I’m working at my desk.
Being a hobbyist Runner WatchOs 9 now tracks the necessary data
A helpful video thanks for posting. I think for me who’s someone running a vivoactive 3 garmin yet considering a potential jump to an Apple Watch it’s battery life Vs cost Vs what gain for the switch. Whilst I love gadgets and always have I’m not sure I can justify the jump in cost. But never say never right…😂
I am planning to go with either Apple Watch SE 2 or Forerunner 55, since I have an iPhone now Apple Watch would be great option but looking at its battery life and in future who knows I might go with an Android phone (not so much hung up with iPhone). Would like to know does Garmin have real issues with phone call alerts not being seen on the watch? Or is just the compatibility between IOS and Garmin watches? I believe at least call alerts are great thing to have. Need expert opinion before I make up my mind on any one of them.
I never had concerns with push alerts as long as I was within range of my phone. If you want the most reliable, an Apple Watch with cell service which wouldn’t require you phone to be close.
What do you think garmin 255 music or apple watch se, be used for strava and music on my runs
How long are your runs and are they out of cell range?
@@BikeShopGirl varies from 1-2 hours a do around 30-40 miles a week, never had a watch before its long overdue lol. main reason is so I can leave my phone at home when running
And strava and spotify is most important for me
Hi !
I’m in a middle of something there because it’s been 5 years that I wear an Apple Watch, but because the world of connected Watch is becoming more and more popular, I’m wondering if à garmin could be it ..
I love data, I love health and how I can treat myself better.
The Apple Watch is a very good overall Watch, but apple is not providing a lot at all !
Like nothing at all, I’m the health app, you do have a lot but nothing is pushed forward like “you should rest a bit”
I need to download app for that ..
I’m curious about the garmin world, the battery life seems to be a dream come true, the health and data seems to be incredible. But the only thing that I do is a lot of cycling, walking, swimming sometimes and that’s it
I love the interaction of the Apple Watch, the WatchOS 10 version that was shown is the latest apple keynote is showing mental health and a tiny more in the health data area but nothing to crazy..
… I will decide, I have until December of this year to choose, my series 5 will die eventually)
I’ve got a Garmin Instinct Solar.
I chose it because it records all the things, it really only needs charged once a week (typically charge it sitting at my desk working), and it doesn’t attach my eyes/focus to another device.
I thought about the Apple Watch but I didn’t want yet another reason to be looking at a device. I wanted simplicity & accuracy of GPS/Heartrate for recreational running/cycling. I didn’t need the features for training or whatever of the fenix (running gait analysis, etc). It’s rugged, no touch screen, minimalist. Exactly what I need in a watch. Smart but not tooooo smart.
Not toooo smart. I like it!
It’s good to hear that you still have to physically charge the solar. I almost went with it thinking I could never charge it but it’s too big for me for daily use.
@@BikeShopGirl that’s TOTALLY fair on the size. It’s pretty light and I’m 6’2” and >225lbs so the size isn’t an issue for me, fortunately.
I do have to charge it because I like having all the sensors going. You can, through watch or app, adjust settings to change your battery consumption. On a single charge depending on how many notifications I’m getting and how many trips I’m recording I think a good rule of thumb for me is 6-10 days between charges. If I turn of SPO2 tracking during sleep I’d probably double that but I’m a data nerd… so I can’t help but keep it on 😅
@@BikeShopGirlwhat is your favorite bike computer , do you use them? I just got a element bolt, but I would be interested to know your preference
Interesting I have a Garmin Forerunner 245 music and the screen cracked just stilling on the table not wearing it , apparently this has happened to a lot of people , but they won’t take it back . Anyways interesting review I might invest into a Apple Watch and give up on Garmin 😅
Does anyone know if the Apple Watch tracks all health/activity data even if there is no internet connectivity for periods of time?
Yes it tracks and transfers to the phone
it does!
WatchOS is improving year after years, in couple of hours I think Garmin will RIP
Definitely Garmin… I’m not really interested in the smart watch features. I just need the gps and fitness features.
Although Coros has be interested right now.
Thanks for sharing! Which coros are you looking at?
@@BikeShopGirl I think the Pace 2 is an incredible value for $199.
nah just get both
😂
I used my apple watch and a whoop strap. 😛
Oh tell me more. Why? What does whoop give you?
Do you face a problem with the heart rate on an apple watch while workouts? My Apple Watch 6, Heart rate sensor stops working while running, thinking to switch to Garmin.
I never had the problem until today!
I tested this out some this morning. It only happens if my watch is too tight.
@@BikeShopGirl I face this problem regularly, I don't wear it too tight, anyway, Thanks for your reply :) Sooner or later, maybe I will switch to Garmin
If you want the most accurate whist working out buy a heart rate chest strap or slightly less accurate but better than watch arm band heart rate strap 😎
I honked back and forth with Instinct Solar and fenix because I prefer better battery life, but I’ve realized the Apple Watch is more accurate with the HR during activities…. The battery life sucks but it’s more reliable
Oh that's interesting! I found garmin to be more accurate on HR
Interesting indeed, there’s also the quantified scientist on TH-cam that runs through all these wearables with actual tests and comparisons and it shows the same … Apple is the most accurate wrist based Hr device for various activities with the exception of weightlifting
AW + WorkOutDoors to don't miss any other sport watch