Great review Dave. I am presently an Apple Watch user (running, cycling, elliptical, cross-country skiing are my main interests) but strongly considering the migration to Garmin. I have been confused by the many models and your videos have helped narrow this down. Thank you Dave.
Like you Dave I thought the 6s was a woman's only watch based on the garmin marketing but have recently been looking at swapping my fenix 6 for the 6s due to weight. Have a blessed 2021 mate!
@@ChaseTheSummit as a matter of reference, what's your wirst circunference? mine is aprox 185mm and as per garmin's official specs, the 6s fits up to 182mm. thanks!
@@flighted2513 it's lame that spending that much money you have to spend extra money to get a strap from another brand. I finally went for the cheaper forerunner 55, which is similar size, slimmer, and with a proper size strap. And in the future I'll go for the newer version if possible.
Dave, thank you for this extremely helpful video! I initially didn't want to buy a watch intended for women, but on the other hand I didn't want a large watch since I have a small wrist. Your video put me at ease and I bought the sapphire version of the 6s. And I'm really glad I did, the weight difference between my former fenix 3, where I felt like a half of my weight was on my wrist, and these is truly noticeable. The points about sleep and form factor being an issue while wearing long sleeves basically made my decision. So again, thank you and keep up the good work!
Also - completely, 100% agree. Well done and well executed video. I have felt like the 6S the perfect balance for what I do as well, but I am only doing one hour CrossFit sessions so battery life is never an issue, but I do love the maps when I’m in the mountains! Size is just on point. Thanks!
I've watched this video several times and went with your recommendation. Thank you for putting this out and making it a lot easier to choose a watch. Especially during a lockdown when all stores are closed. Switched from a fossil gen 5 to the 6s pro. I have a 16cm wrist and the 6s looks good as a daily for me. The screen is good enough to see everything I need it to do.
Hey Dave. I always enjoy watching ur videos. 👍 I like the F6s but can’t seem to find 20mm watch bands in size LARGE, only the one on Garmins homepage. I have a 185mm wrist size. Where can I find some? Maybe even in neon-green like yours😄 A shout-out from Denmark and Greenland where I work at the moment.
Thank you for justifying my choice in getting the 6s! I think it's the preferable size especially for running and as a daily wearable although map is probably a little harder to read than the regular fenix 6
Dude, couldn't agree more. I recently sold my Fenix 6 and bought the new Fenix 6s solar, and love the size. It makes a huge difference. But you're right - it's sold as a woman's watch. The strap barely fits! No big deal - ordered a new strap to replace it. But the watch itself is perfect.
Great video. I had a Garmin 3 and in the end I hardly wore it as it was so big... especially at work, it just looked too big for my fairly thin wrists. I hadn't considered the 6s because I thought it was the woman's version, however, when I saw the 6S Pro Solar, I immediately knew it was the watch for me. Had it 3 months now and love it. I'm so pleased I bought the S version. It just looks like a normal watch, doesn't get stuck on my clothes, doesn't feel as heavy or sweaty in the hot weather, etc. Edit btw, I find my 6s loses about 8 percent battery a day so will last about 12 days and of course the solar should top that up in the summer, so for me that's more than enough. I also do about 8-10 hours of GPS activity during a week but even with that I only have to charge it once a week.
Found your video searching for reviews on Fenix 6s pro. It’s on sale (6s pro solar) and I’ve been on the fence. I’ve been using forerunner 935 for years and has been great. Thank you for your detailed review it really helped me make my decision !
Great video! I recently upgraded from the 5S Plus to the 6 Pro Solar even though I've got a small wrist and the 5S is the perfect form factor. That one reason was simply battery life. Maybe the 6S has an exponentially better battery life than the 5S Plus but I got a maximum of 7h45m of GPS time with my 5S. While most people would say "nearly 8 hours is plenty of GPS time!" that's not really true. An all day mountain bike ride is going to push the limit of the battery and I do a few 50ish mile races every year that push it as well. But it's not just GPS time. It's also how much battery life the watch has AFTER a GPS event. Sure, I could squeak by in a 7 hour ride but now my watch is under 10% and I'm gonna be wearing a dead watch soon. That's a deal breaker for me. I also found myself intentionally NOT using some of the features for fear of running down the battery in the middle of an activity. I finished a 50 miler that took 7 hours on Saturday. My watch was fully charged on Friday. Today, without having charged it, it's showing 8 days of power remaining. That's worth the slightly larger form factor.
The 5 Plus series had notoriously bad battery life even with the larger versions. Thankfully the 6 series got much better. The 6s is capable of 25 Hours while the 6 Pro can do 35 hours in GPS mode. For me, that's enough for 99% of my activities other than 100 mile races. For those, I might reach for another watch or just charge along the way. Thanks for watching!
I rewatch this video after one year after I bought the Fênix 6s. I remember to pick the 6s after this video and I would say was a really good choice. Thanks for the videos! Good work!
thank you for your job, great review and honest opinion, y details like “pinch your skin when you press the button” or scratch the visel at daily use, or the size is annoing when you tru to put some clothes . matters when you spend a lot of bucks. thanks again and have a great 2021
I've been enjoying my Fenix 6s since Sept 2020 and I have not been able to find a single flaw on it. As a first time Garmin user, I was able to understand my garmin down to its nitty gritty details. I had so much fun navigating my watch. So thank you so much, and keep the reviews coming! 🙂
This vid is absolutely what I needed. Cheers for the author. Just to add: Fenix S, mid and X are different in design also, mid and X have screws on bezels, which make them look a bit brutal, masculine, while S has no screws.
Thank you. I've been trying to decide what to upgrade to, from a Fenix 3 HR. Your points about the size of a larger watch mirror my experience - the number of times I've scratched my car whilst washing it, or damaged something whilst painting! Put your clothes on first, then the watch, it catches on everything. I kept thinking the 6s had all the features, but seems to be a woman's watch. Great to see it's working for you and to see a man wearing it. Garmin 6s here I come! Thank you again for taking the time to create and share the video.
Thanks for watching! The 6s is a fantastic watch. The one thing I've heard from other users is that the strap can be a bit too short for larger wrists but thats easy to fix with a cheap band on amazon.
Just got mine today. Had fun getting configured (because I love all the available data). Can't wait to go for a ride tomorrow with the 6s. So far it seems great. I use a Garmin 530 Edge as my cycling computer. Hoping the 6s will be a great compliment to the Edge.
I got the 6x sapphire for 670€ a couple of days ago. I got wide wrists an love how it just fits perfectly. The 6 was just a little too small, also because of the more narrow wristband. I also heard, that the solar function isn't worth the extra money, especially when u run like me and your watch is below your jacket all the time.
I bought the Fenix 6 x Pro salar, i really expensive but is really good and everything, the size es good and feels good en your hand I recommend to anyone, i pay $1070 with taxes,
I've had the 5s for a year. I don't look at the watch when I run, just heart rate. Some dudes seem to check their pace often, I must be a amateur. I use it for power reading when I cycle and because I am old and should wear bifocals a bigger screen would help. Even 5s is heavy.
I went ahead with 6S over 6 due to weight. Thank you very much for highlighting the importance of weight while buying a watch. Be careful because 6S base model does not have maps.
Nice video and review! As a guy with smaller wrists, I wear the Fenix 6S too. My only dislikes was the strap was too short so I bought the longer one and the shorter battery life vs the 945 it replaced. Both watches pinch the hair on my arms so I do have to trim them. Before those watches, I had a Vivoactive 3 so no buttons to pinch your hair. I went with the Fenix 6S mainly for the Sapphire Crystal face. I primarily mountain bike and scratched the heck out of the 945 and Vivoactive.
2024, just snagged a used 6s pro for 250 on eBay. Literally using it for running, tracking workouts and music. Sounds like you have a lot of the same small concerns I have 😂 had a Suunto 7 a 245m and an instinct solar and couldn't find a sweet spot between battery, function and build. I was shooting for a 6 pro solar but the deal on the 6s was too good to pass for the use it'll get. This video really sums up how I am hoping this will work for me
Looks like a lot of people had the same worries as me regarding the weight difference between the 6 & 6s when running! Made my decision clear now, 6s it is! Thank you!
This review is great. Its exactly what i have been looking for, thanks! I've had my Fenix 5 for about 4 years now. I wear it every day and only sleep with it on when i'm camping. The watch is huge and heavy for my smaller wrists and it's starting to get frustrating, especially when i'm out on a run. Like you and many others i assumed the 6s was more of a woman's watch - especially based on the color schemes for the solar version. This review has helped convince me to give the 6s pro a shot when i'm upgrade. Thanks again for a spot on review!
That's interesting, my 745 is much dimmer than the backlight on the 6s. Or are you referring to the Gorilla Glass on the 745 being a bit less reflective? Thanks for watching!
Ah, great. I've tried and returned VA4s several weeks ago and thought that there's probably no watch in Garmin lineup that might fit me. And today youtube suggests me your video! How could I miss 6s? They are around 400 EUR now and will perfectly cover all my needs.
Thank you. I just bought this and arriving today so looking for a tutorial. Big jump as had garmin vivo active for 5 years now ha ha. Looking forward to not holding the portable charger as I run a long one in the country later this year.
I was waiting for the price to drop after christmas but it still goes for 590€ here in Finland. The one i bought was actually a returned piece within 30 days so its techinically brand new 😊
I got the 6s as well due to the smaller size and weight. The biggest problem for me was the narrow and short strap that I had to lock on the last hole (not a petit lady...). I got an off-market fenix 6 strap and shaved a millimeter off the sides just at the very end of it where it enters the bezel. That way it fits in the 6s perfectly, looks and functions much better.
I’m a 190cm tall guy, I use Fenix 5S (I may update for Fenix 7 or something, I can’t see any reason to update now). The size is perfect for me. It’s about the size of my regular analog watch, it’s great to wear everyday, to sleep in. I wouldn’t see any benefit of a larger Fenix but I enjoy the size of 5S all the time.
This is exactly where I am! Comparing the 745 that I’m trying now to the 6s. I don’t have a 6s yet to test in person, but I’m drawn to the higher build quality and battery life. Thx for the video!
The superior battery life, added functions, and better build quality make it a pretty big win over the 745 in my eyes but it's substantially more expensive. I guess it depends what you really need. I hope that helps and thanks for watching!
Just bought mine and waiting for it to come in! Wish they would have included a larger band with this as well but will get another one off amazon. Will see what I think about it - I normally wear 45mm watches so a 42 may feel odd... but the bezel size on the full 6 is just too massive for my liking! Can't wait to test it out!!
Completely agree with the size remarks, using a 6x pro in daily life is like driving a large off-road truck around town. Some people like that, I guess. Resolution is also less on the Fenix 6s and 945 with 240px vs Fenix 6 260px, but since the screen diameter also changes that is not very noticeable. As a Connect IQ developer my angle is slightly different, I feel like crying when Garmin only allows 60kb of memory for widgets on the fenix 6s and 6 vs 1Mb in the 6s pro and 6 pro. You really have to cut down a lot to fit a connect IQ widget into these devices (graphics, calculations, interface, etc). For reference the vivoactive 4 and venu allow 512kb. So if you pick the 6s, make sure its the 6s pro to ensure best performance and compatibility with connect IQ widgets and apps. My 2c.
Yup I got a 6s a few months back. A small bodied male and no need for maps and I ride MTB trail parks. On my bars it’s minimal presence is good Heart rate training. (Does grit and flow to boot)
I just ordered this watch. I think the 7 is about to be released and got this on amazon for just over 600....good deal and it’ll be a work watch. I got the smaller size for my smaller wrist. I had the big Felix 5 and had to return it because it was too big. I think this will be just right. Thanks for the video.
Wow!! That was the video i have been looking for. Not that about i’m looking for Garmin. It is the video to let you know for best decision making. Congratulations Man. These were all the questions on heads even though we watch nice rewievs.
@@ChaseTheSummit Get the black and rose gold version for fenix 7s! Imo the white and rose gold is clearly for women but black and rose gold men can pull it off too. Depend on your good look. ;)
Great Video with a lot of interesting points. I'm still very attached to my fenix 5 plus titanium. The dimension is really nice and it gets maps, music and with Stryd even power meters reading. I have just a complaint about Garmin so far. They did not develop the interval run training in a way you can play with 2 different distances. Sometimes on a build up 10 k training you need to do reps where you make 3 x 2 miles + 1 mile + 1mile and this is not feasible at the moment. Second point is the recovery time. In my experience if you train before the recovery time is completed Garmin does not take it in to account to calculate the next recovery time.
I've noticed that with recovery as well. Like if you have "2 days" of recovery but train anyways it doesn't increase that 2 days but rather makes a new recovery time. It would be nice to see them polish that a bit better.
Got a deal on the 5 plus before christmas. I do really like it for my lifestyle, but I do agree with the downsides you mention. While I did hit door frames etc with a fitbit, this actually takes chunks of paint with it. Overall still happy with my purchase, but we'll see in a couple years when I'm looking to replace it if I decide to go a bit smaller.
Sold! I have small wrist and its perfect for me. 1 week and all is good. Love them already. Used them on the 10km hill running competition this Sunday, it was comfortable to run in them and then swim in the river to cool down)
I've had the 6s sapphire for a few days and love it. I've been wearing the watch 24/7 to get use to the weight. I don't notice it on run, but in every day life I can feel it
I'm using 6x it's a excellent sports watch, but I'll be excited to see it works like Garmin satellite communicator the inReach. Because people buy this watch for most outdoor sports and it's hard to get phone network for incidents detection features to work. I hope Garmin will help us out to keep fenix 6 more helpful 😊
The Fenix 6 series already works with inreach devices. You can pair the Fenix 6X to an InReach mini and trigger SOS from your wrist as well as send/receive messages. Hope that helps!
@@ChaseTheSummit but have to pay for another device😂 I mean a inReach to work the feature. If they keep the fenix 6 work like inReach that would be great
I use the Fenix 5s+ as my daily driver and I agree that it is the best size... for me, despite the compromises of shorter battery life. I think it also looks more fashionable as a wear every day watch for both work and play.
Question: did the sapphire version come with a sharper colorization to the screen? All of the initial 6S’s - like ALL of the variants - came with the washed out screen initially - haven’t seen it to have been corrected either - let me know if it is similar to the 945.
@@ChaseTheSummit that’s a huge improvement then. Have had a lot say it’s washed out on even the sapphire. For some reason they made the 945 with over twice the brightness as the F6 line (145 lumens vs 67 on the F6)
Nothing wrong with that! As I said in the video. It's 100% personal opinion / preference. Some people enjoy larger watches and it works for them. I still wear large watches (because of this channel) but end up wearing the 6s when not testing other stuff. Thanks for watching!
happy new year from Athens Greece! Everyone knows something... size matters, particularly in sports' watches, the smaller and lighter, the better, and if it is combined with great accuracy and battery life, the perfect match! that's why I gave up Polar and Garmin and switched to Coros, vfm devices!
Again, really good review. I'm subscribing. I decided to cancel my order of the Instinct Solar and just ordered a Fenix 6 Standard instead (47mm). It's about $360 in Amazon right now! This video helped me make my decision. The 47mm is a great size, right in the middle of the 42 and the 51mm!
I'm wacking my Garmin instinct Solar on everything lol.... Try running a chainsaw cutting wood all day and wearing any watch PERIOD. Apples watch would have been destroyed on the first day but the instinct is fine (the hair on my back stands up when I hit the watch against the saws safety stop). Video suggestion: What watch would you use if you needed to survive lost in the wild. Which ones offer the best features if you needed to set a way point (camp site), then get lost and come back? Thats the most important feature to me in the Garmin category.
Awesome review just subscribed. I especially like the calming background in your videos. Easy to focus on what you are talking about. I mainly do long endurance MTB racing and some trail running. Looking to ditch my cycling computer for a watch. Stuck between the 6s and the Enduro. I have fairly skinny wrists. Which one would you suggest?
The 6s and Enduro are pretty different watches. The Enduro is quite large at 51mm in diameter. If you have skinny wrists and don't like big watches that may be a show stopper. The 6s is really small and actually has more features than the enduro if you opt for the 6s Pro or Sapphire. The Enduro however offers far superior battery life. Much like everything in life there are pro's and cons to both! Thanks for the kind words!
Hey Chase! GREAT video! I have the 6s as well and I came from the 245M. I really like it, and I have smaller wrists (6"). However, I am frustrated (like you) on how Garmin markets this watch. it's really, REALLY annoying. Beyond the fact they basically come out and make it a "women's" watch.. they further restrict the type of bands they make for it. For example if you want the nice selection of leather bands, or metal bands.. you HAVE to get the larger watches. Yes, I have every aftermarket band there is.. and some are okay (like the one you have) but for a nice metal or leather quickfit 20 band.. Garmin needs to make this and they don't (except the one grey leather one). That part I think is not fair at all. So, I often wish I got the larger "6".. but again, it might look funny on my smaller wrist. I dont know. :-( Hopefully they make some major design changes for the 7 whenever that get released :-)
I returned my first ever Garmin watch (fenix6s Pro) to the Retailer only after 2 days due to heavy Battery drain. Battery dropped from 100% to 45% within 24 hours (battery save mode during night took almost 20%). Only advice by Garmin support was to unpair the watch with the phone and turn off 24/7 heart rate monitoring = to stop using some of main features. Hard reset didn't help. Next video could be about these bugs. Have you ever had same kind of issue?
That's a bummer! I wonder what the cause of that was from. I've hard some people have issues like this after a firmware or factory reset but it eventually settles after a few charge cycles.
The more videos of yours i watch, the more i realise how similar you are to me :) Definitely agree that if all the features would be inside a 745 sized watch then that would be perfect! I recently upgraded from 735xt to 945 and i'm soo happy with it....only if it didn't had that big of a bezel :D it would be better with either a bigger screen or smaller dimensions.
@@ChaseTheSummit I feel like it would be a realistic and kinda good way to upgrade their high-end forerunner. Predicting that it would become a reality :)
I think it's on all of the watches now I just find it strange that Garmin has it hidden/shown on different models depending on who they're marketing it towards.
I totally understand you! I chose the vivoactive 4s for me as well, just because it is smaller than the vivoactive 4 - though battery difference between 4 and 4s isn't as noticably as on the fenix models
I just picked up the Fenix 6S solar and I'm loving it, I was running the Garmin instinct which is amazing, but this 6S is just amazing, it's comfortable and just gives me all I need. I do have a question the watch face on that 6S what is it called because I am struggling to find it
I nearly brought the 6s because I thought the 6x would be huge and heavy compared to my elderly 935. I agree that getting jackets and long sleaves over the 6x is a pain but I do not notice the watch on my wrist anymore and wear it 24/7. I have tiny thin wrists! However, the biggest factor in purchasing the 6xPro was the stunning Black Friday price £330 😍. The bigger screen is a huge plus too as I need to run in glasses - big numbers ftw.
I love mine ,I have a fenix 6 sapphire titanium. I bought it after watching your review Dave. I had tried 8 other watches from polar,corius ect,none of them worked for me. My fenix 6 and HRM Pro is the dog's. I'm still finding things it will do.
@@vulpecos98 I've only had it since Christmas day as it was a gift . So far so good, I weight train as well as run and you can leave your watch in your bag and the HRM Pro records you activity and will up date the Garmin connect app when it's in range. So no need to wear your watch which I had to take off as it gets in the way if you are using wrist wrapping or lifting straps. I would definitely get one,I had a HRM Tri before which was good but the pro is next level.
I am still using the Fenix 5s. Form factor matters! Although running is my favorite hobby and I am on avg 4 days a week, I don't want a running watch that yells to everyone else "look at me! I'm a runner". The s version is the way to go.
Really good opinion piece. It's definitely worth thinking if you want the biggest, heaviest watch on your wrist every single day. Did find your comment about the menstrual app weird. Half the population would appreciate it being installed and on for every watch.
It's available for every Garmin that supports Connect IQ but it only comes pre-installed on the devices that are marketed towards women. I find that really weird! Thanks for watching.
Pepole says that fenix 6/6x is too heavy as a running watch. I got the 6s pro and I think it's perfect both in size and weight.. I don't notice it when running/sleeping or having it under a jacket.. Awesome watch!!
I agree 100% here. The sizes of the Garmin watches are ridiculous to me in general. The Fenix 6s model they market for women still looks pretty hefty on a man's wrist. I think the X model is for Flavor Flav only. Battery life is one of the most important features in a sport watch to me and I'm absolutely satisfied with the performance of the 6s in that regard. It is well suited for marathon distance and beyond.
Ha! Flavor Flav... I forgot about him. Yeah the 6X is a beast. I used to think it looked cool but the actual functionality of it drove me nuts when I would put on my jacket, or whack the door frame. Thanks for watching!
The right vídeo I was hoping for before making a decision on which one to buy. Great job! One question, so the 945 doesn’t come with battery saver mode? Thanks and regards from Brazil!
Thanks! Right, the 945 does not feature any of the power modes that the Fenix 6 line offers and that also includes battery saver. The "power mode" options are reserved for watches that fall in the "outdoor" segment from Garmin which include the Instinct, and Fenix lines. Hope that helps!
Great video. 👌🏻 which of the Garmin Fenix 6 has the most similar form factor to the Apple Watch 44mm? Maybe I want to swap my AW for a Garmin, since I will probably begin training for my first marathon beginning in summer and I really don’t want a bigger watch.
Probably the 6s but it's a couple millimeters smaller and is round. The regular Fenix 6 is 47mm vs the 44mm of the AW. The 6s will still have WAY longer battery life than the Apple watch but in a smaller package. Thanks for watching.
So glad I found your vid. I've been using fenix 5 for a couple of years, but thanks to pandemic, I don't venture far now. Since no need for the ruggedness, I'm thinking to buy fr 245 to hv something lighter, plus the pulse ox function to complement the fenix. But your vid makes me think about upgrading to 6s all together. Any thought for me? Great job on the reviews, thanks!
Glad it was helpful! It's really personal preference between the 245 and Fenix 6s. It's certainly a luxury to get the 6S but it comes along with features like Mapping that can be handy. I suppose you need to ask yourself which features you NEED and which features you WANT? Thanks for watching!
@@ChaseTheSummit Ahh, the need vs want thing off course. Tbh, I mostly run/trail so the 245 would be all I need... when I need better built quality and better battery just slap the f5. Maybe I just WANT an upgrade.. thanks for the reply mate. Keep creating those great vids.
I absolutely love your well-paced talking, could listen to you for hours
Thanks!
Great review Dave. I am presently an Apple Watch user (running, cycling, elliptical, cross-country skiing are my main interests) but strongly considering the migration to Garmin. I have been confused by the many models and your videos have helped narrow this down. Thank you Dave.
Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!
Like you Dave I thought the 6s was a woman's only watch based on the garmin marketing but have recently been looking at swapping my fenix 6 for the 6s due to weight. Have a blessed 2021 mate!
Happy New Year! Thanks for sharing.
@@ChaseTheSummit as a matter of reference, what's your wirst circunference? mine is aprox 185mm and as per garmin's official specs, the 6s fits up to 182mm. thanks!
@@parajuanjo you can always use an aftermarket band with it. That spec is just for the strap that it comes with, which is pretty small
@@flighted2513 it's lame that spending that much money you have to spend extra money to get a strap from another brand.
I finally went for the cheaper forerunner 55, which is similar size, slimmer, and with a proper size strap. And in the future I'll go for the newer version if possible.
Dave, thank you for this extremely helpful video! I initially didn't want to buy a watch intended for women, but on the other hand I didn't want a large watch since I have a small wrist. Your video put me at ease and I bought the sapphire version of the 6s. And I'm really glad I did, the weight difference between my former fenix 3, where I felt like a half of my weight was on my wrist, and these is truly noticeable. The points about sleep and form factor being an issue while wearing long sleeves basically made my decision. So again, thank you and keep up the good work!
Glad you found it helpful! The 6s is a great watch!
Dude! Dude. Duuuuuuuude. The studio looks awesome! Way to go on redesign!
Also - completely, 100% agree. Well done and well executed video. I have felt like the 6S the perfect balance for what I do as well, but I am only doing one hour CrossFit sessions so battery life is never an issue, but I do love the maps when I’m in the mountains! Size is just on point. Thanks!
Thanks Hunter!
I've watched this video several times and went with your recommendation. Thank you for putting this out and making it a lot easier to choose a watch. Especially during a lockdown when all stores are closed. Switched from a fossil gen 5 to the 6s pro.
I have a 16cm wrist and the 6s looks good as a daily for me. The screen is good enough to see everything I need it to do.
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Hey Dave. I always enjoy watching ur videos. 👍 I like the F6s but can’t seem to find 20mm watch bands in size LARGE, only the one on Garmins homepage. I have a 185mm wrist size. Where can I find some? Maybe even in neon-green like yours😄 A shout-out from Denmark and Greenland where I work at the moment.
Thank you for justifying my choice in getting the 6s! I think it's the preferable size especially for running and as a daily wearable although map is probably a little harder to read than the regular fenix 6
The bigger display is a nice perk! Thanks for watching.
Was really leaning towards a coros (simplicity) but you keep putting that Garmin in me ear! Love the reviews and the depth that others don’t cover!
Tough call! Coros for simplicity and reliability. Garmin for all the bells and whistles!
Dude, couldn't agree more. I recently sold my Fenix 6 and bought the new Fenix 6s solar, and love the size. It makes a huge difference. But you're right - it's sold as a woman's watch. The strap barely fits! No big deal - ordered a new strap to replace it. But the watch itself is perfect.
It's a strange marketing tactic! Glad you're enjoying the 6s!
Got it two weeks ago, I have the sapphire version, Perfect for me too, Thank's for the good review.
Nice! Glad you're enjoying it!
This is how a review should be done. I Like how its informative, personal and nicely presented at the same time. Keep it up...;-)
Glad you liked it!
Great video. I had a Garmin 3 and in the end I hardly wore it as it was so big... especially at work, it just looked too big for my fairly thin wrists. I hadn't considered the 6s because I thought it was the woman's version, however, when I saw the 6S Pro Solar, I immediately knew it was the watch for me. Had it 3 months now and love it. I'm so pleased I bought the S version. It just looks like a normal watch, doesn't get stuck on my clothes, doesn't feel as heavy or sweaty in the hot weather, etc. Edit btw, I find my 6s loses about 8 percent battery a day so will last about 12 days and of course the solar should top that up in the summer, so for me that's more than enough. I also do about 8-10 hours of GPS activity during a week but even with that I only have to charge it once a week.
For me the 6x pro is perfect, just love it. Bought it after seeing your review. So thanks and happy new year
Awesome! Glad you found it helpful. Enjoy!
Found your video searching for reviews on Fenix 6s pro. It’s on sale (6s pro solar) and I’ve been on the fence. I’ve been using forerunner 935 for years and has been great. Thank you for your detailed review it really helped me make my decision !
Great video! I recently upgraded from the 5S Plus to the 6 Pro Solar even though I've got a small wrist and the 5S is the perfect form factor. That one reason was simply battery life. Maybe the 6S has an exponentially better battery life than the 5S Plus but I got a maximum of 7h45m of GPS time with my 5S. While most people would say "nearly 8 hours is plenty of GPS time!" that's not really true. An all day mountain bike ride is going to push the limit of the battery and I do a few 50ish mile races every year that push it as well. But it's not just GPS time. It's also how much battery life the watch has AFTER a GPS event. Sure, I could squeak by in a 7 hour ride but now my watch is under 10% and I'm gonna be wearing a dead watch soon. That's a deal breaker for me.
I also found myself intentionally NOT using some of the features for fear of running down the battery in the middle of an activity.
I finished a 50 miler that took 7 hours on Saturday. My watch was fully charged on Friday. Today, without having charged it, it's showing 8 days of power remaining. That's worth the slightly larger form factor.
The 5 Plus series had notoriously bad battery life even with the larger versions. Thankfully the 6 series got much better. The 6s is capable of 25 Hours while the 6 Pro can do 35 hours in GPS mode. For me, that's enough for 99% of my activities other than 100 mile races. For those, I might reach for another watch or just charge along the way. Thanks for watching!
@@ChaseTheSummit hi
I rewatch this video after one year after I bought the Fênix 6s. I remember to pick the 6s after this video and I would say was a really good choice. Thanks for the videos! Good work!
Awesome! Glad you're enjoying it!
thank you for your job, great review and honest opinion, y details like “pinch your skin when you press the button” or scratch the visel at daily use, or the size is annoing when you tru to put some clothes . matters when you spend a lot of bucks. thanks again and have a great 2021
Thanks for watching!
I ordered the Fenis 6s Sapphire, it should arrive tomorrow, very excited 😊 thank you for making these awesome videos.
I've been enjoying my Fenix 6s since Sept 2020 and I have not been able to find a single flaw on it. As a first time Garmin user, I was able to understand my garmin down to its nitty gritty details. I had so much fun navigating my watch. So thank you so much, and keep the reviews coming! 🙂
Glad to hear you're enjoying it!
I recently got a Fenix 6x Pro after watching some of your videos. I love it!
Awesome! Hope you enjoy it!
This vid is absolutely what I needed. Cheers for the author. Just to add: Fenix S, mid and X are different in design also, mid and X have screws on bezels, which make them look a bit brutal, masculine, while S has no screws.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you. I've been trying to decide what to upgrade to, from a Fenix 3 HR. Your points about the size of a larger watch mirror my experience - the number of times I've scratched my car whilst washing it, or damaged something whilst painting! Put your clothes on first, then the watch, it catches on everything. I kept thinking the 6s had all the features, but seems to be a woman's watch. Great to see it's working for you and to see a man wearing it. Garmin 6s here I come! Thank you again for taking the time to create and share the video.
Thanks for watching! The 6s is a fantastic watch. The one thing I've heard from other users is that the strap can be a bit too short for larger wrists but thats easy to fix with a cheap band on amazon.
Just got mine today. Had fun getting configured (because I love all the available data). Can't wait to go for a ride tomorrow with the 6s. So far it seems great. I use a Garmin 530 Edge as my cycling computer. Hoping the 6s will be a great compliment to the Edge.
Enjoy the ride! Thanks for watcxhing!
I am leaning towards the Fenix 6x pro solar edition, like the larger version. I’m just trying to justify the cost. Appreciate the reviews
It’s certainly not cheap! Enjoy it!
I got the 6x sapphire for 670€ a couple of days ago. I got wide wrists an love how it just fits perfectly. The 6 was just a little too small, also because of the more narrow wristband. I also heard, that the solar function isn't worth the extra money, especially when u run like me and your watch is below your jacket all the time.
I bought the Fenix 6 x Pro salar, i really expensive but is really good and everything, the size es good and feels good en your hand I recommend to anyone, i pay $1070 with taxes,
Keep your eyes open for a deal! You won't regret getting a 6xpro.
Fenix 6x pro solar is great watch pls go for it
I've had the 5s for a year. I don't look at the watch when I run, just heart rate. Some dudes seem to check their pace often, I must be a amateur. I use it for power reading when I cycle and because I am old and should wear bifocals a bigger screen would help. Even 5s is heavy.
I tend to glance at my cadence or pace but not that often. The larger display is certainly a nice perk .
I went ahead with 6S over 6 due to weight. Thank you very much for highlighting the importance of weight while buying a watch. Be careful because 6S base model does not have maps.
Yep, Base model = no maps. Pro and Sapphire = Maps, Music, and Wifi
Wow, you uploaded a video on the 6s after I order it! Confirmed that I made the right decision 😁
Oh nice! Perfect timing!
Same! Mine just arrived today!
@@estherrobertson916 lol same too haha, although I’ve realised the 6s doesn’t have music - so I may go for 6s pro now :/
Nice video and review! As a guy with smaller wrists, I wear the Fenix 6S too. My only dislikes was the strap was too short so I bought the longer one and the shorter battery life vs the 945 it replaced. Both watches pinch the hair on my arms so I do have to trim them. Before those watches, I had a Vivoactive 3 so no buttons to pinch your hair. I went with the Fenix 6S mainly for the Sapphire Crystal face. I primarily mountain bike and scratched the heck out of the 945 and Vivoactive.
Interesting! My 6s band seems OK but I've heard this complaint from others. Thanks for watching!
I have bought 945 this year because of your opinion. And I am much more satisfied;)
Awesome! Enjoy it!
THE review I wanted :) awesome!
Awesome! Glad I could help!
Perfect timing! I just received my 6s today!
Oh awesome! Enjoy it!
@@ChaseTheSummit great video. Subscribed.
2024, just snagged a used 6s pro for 250 on eBay. Literally using it for running, tracking workouts and music. Sounds like you have a lot of the same small concerns I have 😂 had a Suunto 7 a 245m and an instinct solar and couldn't find a sweet spot between battery, function and build. I was shooting for a 6 pro solar but the deal on the 6s was too good to pass for the use it'll get. This video really sums up how I am hoping this will work for me
Looks like a lot of people had the same worries as me regarding the weight difference between the 6 & 6s when running! Made my decision clear now, 6s it is! Thank you!
Glad you found it helpful!
This review is great. Its exactly what i have been looking for, thanks! I've had my Fenix 5 for about 4 years now. I wear it every day and only sleep with it on when i'm camping. The watch is huge and heavy for my smaller wrists and it's starting to get frustrating, especially when i'm out on a run. Like you and many others i assumed the 6s was more of a woman's watch - especially based on the color schemes for the solar version. This review has helped convince me to give the 6s pro a shot when i'm upgrade. Thanks again for a spot on review!
Glad you found it helpful!
I chose the 745 over the 6s Sapphire because of the screen on the 745 is so much brighter.
That's interesting, my 745 is much dimmer than the backlight on the 6s. Or are you referring to the Gorilla Glass on the 745 being a bit less reflective? Thanks for watching!
First video from this channel; hearing "first world problems" in 00:03, so true... subscribed in 00:04. Thanks for the video btw
Awesome, thank you!
Ah, great. I've tried and returned VA4s several weeks ago and thought that there's probably no watch in Garmin lineup that might fit me. And today youtube suggests me your video! How could I miss 6s? They are around 400 EUR now and will perfectly cover all my needs.
Glad you found it helpful! Hope you enjoy it!
Nice video as always . Lime green band looks really cool. Planning to get it for for my Fenix
Thanks for watching! Love the green band!
Thank you. I just bought this and arriving today so looking for a tutorial. Big jump as had garmin vivo active for 5 years now ha ha. Looking forward to not holding the portable charger as I run a long one in the country later this year.
Awesome! I hop you enjoy it! It's liberating to leave the charging cable at home!
What a timing 😂. I just found a refurbished 6s Pro for 470€ and was thinking about the pros and cons. Thanks for helping me with the decision!
Not a terrible deal but I've seen the 6s Sapphire float around on Amazon for around $530€ here in the USA. It might be different in your region?
I was waiting for the price to drop after christmas but it still goes for 590€ here in Finland. The one i bought was actually a returned piece within 30 days so its techinically brand new 😊
Yes! This is the review I needed
Awesome!
Exactly what I needed to decide
I got the 6s as well due to the smaller size and weight. The biggest problem for me was the narrow and short strap that I had to lock on the last hole (not a petit lady...). I got an off-market fenix 6 strap and shaved a millimeter off the sides just at the very end of it where it enters the bezel. That way it fits in the 6s perfectly, looks and functions much better.
Oh that's an interesting solution! There must be more straps out there that come a bit longer. Thanks for watching!
I’m a 190cm tall guy, I use Fenix 5S (I may update for Fenix 7 or something, I can’t see any reason to update now). The size is perfect for me. It’s about the size of my regular analog watch, it’s great to wear everyday, to sleep in. I wouldn’t see any benefit of a larger Fenix but I enjoy the size of 5S all the time.
Totally personal preference. Thanks for sharing!
Awesome video and great detailed comparisons! Big help!
Love my Fenix 6s Pro Solar as I have small wrists and it is the perfect size with still plenty of battery life.
Nice! Thanks for sharing.
This is exactly where I am! Comparing the 745 that I’m trying now to the 6s. I don’t have a 6s yet to test in person, but I’m drawn to the higher build quality and battery life. Thx for the video!
The superior battery life, added functions, and better build quality make it a pretty big win over the 745 in my eyes but it's substantially more expensive. I guess it depends what you really need. I hope that helps and thanks for watching!
Just bought mine and waiting for it to come in! Wish they would have included a larger band with this as well but will get another one off amazon. Will see what I think about it - I normally wear 45mm watches so a 42 may feel odd... but the bezel size on the full 6 is just too massive for my liking! Can't wait to test it out!!
Awesome Enjoy!
Great video mate. Definitely need a 6S! No need the extra battery life of the model 6 for just a couple of long run per year.
Completely agree with the size remarks, using a 6x pro in daily life is like driving a large off-road truck around town. Some people like that, I guess. Resolution is also less on the Fenix 6s and 945 with 240px vs Fenix 6 260px, but since the screen diameter also changes that is not very noticeable.
As a Connect IQ developer my angle is slightly different, I feel like crying when Garmin only allows 60kb of memory for widgets on the fenix 6s and 6 vs 1Mb in the 6s pro and 6 pro. You really have to cut down a lot to fit a connect IQ widget into these devices (graphics, calculations, interface, etc). For reference the vivoactive 4 and venu allow 512kb. So if you pick the 6s, make sure its the 6s pro to ensure best performance and compatibility with connect IQ widgets and apps. My 2c.
Oh interesting! I didn't know that about the memory size. Thanks for sharing.
Yup I got a 6s a few months back. A small bodied male and no need for maps and I ride MTB trail parks. On my bars it’s minimal presence is good Heart rate training. (Does grit and flow to boot)
Nice! Glad you're enjoying it!
I must buy the 6x pro. the size makes me a little scared .. Thank you have a great 2021!
Personal preference! You might like the size. Thanks for watching.
I just ordered this watch. I think the 7 is about to be released and got this on amazon for just over 600....good deal and it’ll be a work watch. I got the smaller size for my smaller wrist. I had the big Felix 5 and had to return it because it was too big. I think this will be just right. Thanks for the video.
Great deal for that price! Thanks for watching!
Important video for me! I like small watches and I think that will be my next watch (Fenix 6s)!
Awesome! Glad it was helpful!
Wow!! That was the video i have been looking for. Not that about i’m looking for Garmin. It is the video to let you know for best decision making. Congratulations Man. These were all the questions on heads even though we watch nice rewievs.
Thanks for watching!
Small wrist guy here. Fenix 6s best especially the sapphire black and rose gold version. Killer look.
I actually like the look of the "Women of Adventure" 6s 😂 But I couldn't bring myself to buy it. Thanks for sharing.
@@ChaseTheSummit Get the black and rose gold version for fenix 7s! Imo the white and rose gold is clearly for women but black and rose gold men can pull it off too. Depend on your good look. ;)
Great Video with a lot of interesting points. I'm still very attached to my fenix 5 plus titanium. The dimension is really nice and it gets maps, music and with Stryd even power meters reading. I have just a complaint about Garmin so far. They did not develop the interval run training in a way you can play with 2 different distances. Sometimes on a build up 10 k training you need to do reps where you make 3 x 2 miles + 1 mile + 1mile and this is not feasible at the moment. Second point is the recovery time. In my experience if you train before the recovery time is completed Garmin does not take it in to account to calculate the next recovery time.
I've noticed that with recovery as well. Like if you have "2 days" of recovery but train anyways it doesn't increase that 2 days but rather makes a new recovery time. It would be nice to see them polish that a bit better.
I am so SOO happy that I bought my Garmin Tactix Delta. Goat. 🐐 ⌚ imo
Nice!
Got a deal on the 5 plus before christmas. I do really like it for my lifestyle, but I do agree with the downsides you mention. While I did hit door frames etc with a fitbit, this actually takes chunks of paint with it. Overall still happy with my purchase, but we'll see in a couple years when I'm looking to replace it if I decide to go a bit smaller.
Hah glad I’m not alone with taking chips out of my door frames! 🚪
Studio looking sharp 👌🏻
Thanks!
Sold! I have small wrist and its perfect for me. 1 week and all is good. Love them already. Used them on the 10km hill running competition this Sunday, it was comfortable to run in them and then swim in the river to cool down)
Awesome! Thanks for sharing!
This was the review I needed! Thnx!
Glad I could help!
I've had the 6s sapphire for a few days and love it. I've been wearing the watch 24/7 to get use to the weight. I don't notice it on run, but in every day life I can feel it
It certainly takes some getting used to. Even the 6s is a larger watch! Thanks for watching.
I'm using 6x it's a excellent sports watch, but I'll be excited to see it works like Garmin satellite communicator the inReach. Because people buy this watch for most outdoor sports and it's hard to get phone network for incidents detection features to work. I hope Garmin will help us out to keep fenix 6 more helpful 😊
The Fenix 6 series already works with inreach devices. You can pair the Fenix 6X to an InReach mini and trigger SOS from your wrist as well as send/receive messages. Hope that helps!
@@ChaseTheSummit but have to pay for another device😂 I mean a inReach to work the feature. If they keep the fenix 6 work like inReach that would be great
I use the Fenix 5s+ as my daily driver and I agree that it is the best size... for me, despite the compromises of shorter battery life. I think it also looks more fashionable as a wear every day watch for both work and play.
Nice! I agree. Thanks for watching!
You’re so right my fenix 5s still smallest I find is the only downfall big is annoying with wearing layers or on the bike. I’m gonna look for 745
For sure, I hate trying to get the cuff of a jacket over the watch! The 745 is really low profile. Thanks for watching!
Question: did the sapphire version come with a sharper colorization to the screen? All of the initial 6S’s - like ALL of the variants - came with the washed out screen initially - haven’t seen it to have been corrected either - let me know if it is similar to the 945.
Yeah nice and crisp like the 945. 945 still seems a touch brighter though.
@@ChaseTheSummit that’s a huge improvement then. Have had a lot say it’s washed out on even the sapphire. For some reason they made the 945 with over twice the brightness as the F6 line (145 lumens vs 67 on the F6)
Still in love and happy with my Fenix 6 sapphire, but your video is on point. No bullshit, just facts. 👍
Nothing wrong with that! As I said in the video. It's 100% personal opinion / preference. Some people enjoy larger watches and it works for them. I still wear large watches (because of this channel) but end up wearing the 6s when not testing other stuff. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the great video, I have just ordered one.
Hope you enjoy it!
happy new year from Athens Greece! Everyone knows something... size matters, particularly in sports' watches, the smaller and lighter, the better, and if it is combined with great accuracy and battery life, the perfect match! that's why I gave up Polar and Garmin and switched to Coros, vfm devices!
Nice! Coros makes great stuff I only wish they had mapping/navigation features. Thanks for watching!
Again, really good review. I'm subscribing. I decided to cancel my order of the Instinct Solar and just ordered a Fenix 6 Standard instead (47mm). It's about $360 in Amazon right now! This video helped me make my decision. The 47mm is a great size, right in the middle of the 42 and the 51mm!
That's a great deal! Glad you found the video helpful!
Still stuck on my Fenix 5. Does everything I need
The Fenix 5 is still awesome even by today’s standards! It’s so easy to get that gear acquisition syndrome!
the only problem with mine is battery...3-4 days maxs without any activities
@@Coempi73 how long have you had yours for? I bought mine beginning of 2020, so I'm sure it will get weaker over time
@@michaelhardie9193 i am using it for over 1,5 years since 1 April 2019
@@Coempi73 good the know. I got it on sale since it is an older version. I like the sapphire since I have kids
I'm wacking my Garmin instinct Solar on everything lol.... Try running a chainsaw cutting wood all day and wearing any watch PERIOD. Apples watch would have been destroyed on the first day but the instinct is fine (the hair on my back stands up when I hit the watch against the saws safety stop). Video suggestion: What watch would you use if you needed to survive lost in the wild. Which ones offer the best features if you needed to set a way point (camp site), then get lost and come back? Thats the most important feature to me in the Garmin category.
Cool idea for a video suggestion! Thanks for watching.
Awesome review just subscribed. I especially like the calming background in your videos. Easy to focus on what you are talking about. I mainly do long endurance MTB racing and some trail running. Looking to ditch my cycling computer for a watch. Stuck between the 6s and the Enduro. I have fairly skinny wrists. Which one would you suggest?
The 6s and Enduro are pretty different watches. The Enduro is quite large at 51mm in diameter. If you have skinny wrists and don't like big watches that may be a show stopper. The 6s is really small and actually has more features than the enduro if you opt for the 6s Pro or Sapphire. The Enduro however offers far superior battery life. Much like everything in life there are pro's and cons to both! Thanks for the kind words!
I had terrible heart rate consistency on the 5x and 6x I switched to the normal 6 and got much better due to it actually fitting on my wrist
Yeah for sure. I've noticed similar issues if I wear a large watch. Thanks for watching!
Absolutely agree. Love my 6 but it’s too thick, I notice it at night. Not changing tho!
You can certainly get used to it. I've actually been wearing the larger version more and more recently.
Hey Chase! GREAT video! I have the 6s as well and I came from the 245M. I really like it, and I have smaller wrists (6"). However, I am frustrated (like you) on how Garmin markets this watch. it's really, REALLY annoying. Beyond the fact they basically come out and make it a "women's" watch.. they further restrict the type of bands they make for it. For example if you want the nice selection of leather bands, or metal bands.. you HAVE to get the larger watches. Yes, I have every aftermarket band there is.. and some are okay (like the one you have) but for a nice metal or leather quickfit 20 band.. Garmin needs to make this and they don't (except the one grey leather one). That part I think is not fair at all. So, I often wish I got the larger "6".. but again, it might look funny on my smaller wrist. I dont know. :-( Hopefully they make some major design changes for the 7 whenever that get released :-)
For sure, the lack of band selection (mainly length) can be an issue. I've found some decent options on Amazon. Thanks for watching!
I returned my first ever Garmin watch (fenix6s Pro) to the Retailer only after 2 days due to heavy Battery drain. Battery dropped from 100% to 45% within 24 hours (battery save mode during night took almost 20%). Only advice by Garmin support was to unpair the watch with the phone and turn off 24/7 heart rate monitoring = to stop using some of main features. Hard reset didn't help. Next video could be about these bugs. Have you ever had same kind of issue?
That's a bummer! I wonder what the cause of that was from. I've hard some people have issues like this after a firmware or factory reset but it eventually settles after a few charge cycles.
Just got the 6s Pro based on this great video, thankyou.
Awesome! Enjoy!
Garmin has most of the features for sure but would love to have fenix in size “thickness”& screen quality as the Venu.
That would be cool!
Size and weight was actually the main reason why I selected forerunner 245, not 945. 745 was another option but it looks too overpriced for now
Ah that makes sense. Hope you enjoy it!
I just picked one up, watch size is perfect but the strap is just a little too small and I dont have huge wrists.
The more videos of yours i watch, the more i realise how similar you are to me :) Definitely agree that if all the features would be inside a 745 sized watch then that would be perfect! I recently upgraded from 735xt to 945 and i'm soo happy with it....only if it didn't had that big of a bezel :D it would be better with either a bigger screen or smaller dimensions.
For sure! I hope the 955 slims them out a bit!
@@ChaseTheSummit I feel like it would be a realistic and kinda good way to upgrade their high-end forerunner. Predicting that it would become a reality :)
My vivoactive 4 came with installed periode tracker too.. So nut just that one..
I think it's on all of the watches now I just find it strange that Garmin has it hidden/shown on different models depending on who they're marketing it towards.
I totally understand you! I chose the vivoactive 4s for me as well, just because it is smaller than the vivoactive 4 - though battery difference between 4 and 4s isn't as noticably as on the fenix models
Good choice! Glad you're enjoying it.
The titanium case drops the weight by 11 grams. I prefer the extra battery life over size but I used to wear a Forerunner 610.
That titanium case certainly helps! Thanks for watching!
I just picked up the Fenix 6S solar and I'm loving it, I was running the Garmin instinct which is amazing, but this 6S is just amazing, it's comfortable and just gives me all I need.
I do have a question the watch face on that 6S what is it called because I am struggling to find it
I love your introduction 😂 (yes these are 1st world problems...and that’s okay)
Hah thanks!
Question. My Apple 4 watch has the vibration alarm. I love it. Does any of these have a vibrating alarm feature? Thanks. Great video
Yes. The Fenix 6 has the ability to have a vibe alarm or beep. Thanks for watching!
I nearly brought the 6s because I thought the 6x would be huge and heavy compared to my elderly 935. I agree that getting jackets and long sleaves over the 6x is a pain but I do not notice the watch on my wrist anymore and wear it 24/7. I have tiny thin wrists! However, the biggest factor in purchasing the 6xPro was the stunning Black Friday price £330 😍. The bigger screen is a huge plus too as I need to run in glasses - big numbers ftw.
Glad you're enjoying it!
I love mine ,I have a fenix 6 sapphire titanium.
I bought it after watching your review Dave.
I had tried 8 other watches from polar,corius ect,none of them worked for me.
My fenix 6 and HRM Pro is the dog's.
I'm still finding things it will do.
@@vulpecos98 I've only had it since Christmas day as it was a gift .
So far so good, I weight train as well as run and you can leave your watch in your bag and the HRM Pro records you activity and will up date the Garmin connect app when it's in range.
So no need to wear your watch which I had to take off as it gets in the way if you are using wrist wrapping or lifting straps.
I would definitely get one,I had a HRM Tri before which was good but the pro is next level.
Glad you’re enjoying it!
Is the Fenix 6s you’re talking about in this video the Fenix 6s Pro or Fenix 6s Sapphire?
Sapphire but Sapphire and Pro are basically the same in terms of features except for the materials.
I am still using the Fenix 5s. Form factor matters! Although running is my favorite hobby and I am on avg 4 days a week, I don't want a running watch that yells to everyone else "look at me! I'm a runner". The s version is the way to go.
For sure! Glad you're enjoying it!
Thanks a lot for this review, just what I needed.
Any opinions on the Solar version, is it worth it? Will it really extend battery life?
Solar helps if you get enough sunlight. As a trail runner that's often in tree cover it hasn't been that advantageous. Thanks for watching!
Really good opinion piece. It's definitely worth thinking if you want the biggest, heaviest watch on your wrist every single day. Did find your comment about the menstrual app weird. Half the population would appreciate it being installed and on for every watch.
It's available for every Garmin that supports Connect IQ but it only comes pre-installed on the devices that are marketed towards women. I find that really weird! Thanks for watching.
Pepole says that fenix 6/6x is too heavy as a running watch. I got the 6s pro and I think it's perfect both in size and weight.. I don't notice it when running/sleeping or having it under a jacket.. Awesome watch!!
Glad you're enjoying the 6s! I love mine too!
It's really a good watch.. I'm also using it for things like via ferratas, sports climbing and bouldering.
I agree 100% here. The sizes of the Garmin watches are ridiculous to me in general. The Fenix 6s model they market for women still looks pretty hefty on a man's wrist. I think the X model is for Flavor Flav only.
Battery life is one of the most important features in a sport watch to me and I'm absolutely satisfied with the performance of the 6s in that regard. It is well suited for marathon distance and beyond.
Ha! Flavor Flav... I forgot about him. Yeah the 6X is a beast. I used to think it looked cool but the actual functionality of it drove me nuts when I would put on my jacket, or whack the door frame. Thanks for watching!
The right vídeo I was hoping for before making a decision on which one to buy. Great job! One question, so the 945 doesn’t come with battery saver mode? Thanks and regards from Brazil!
Thanks! Right, the 945 does not feature any of the power modes that the Fenix 6 line offers and that also includes battery saver. The "power mode" options are reserved for watches that fall in the "outdoor" segment from Garmin which include the Instinct, and Fenix lines. Hope that helps!
I really like my Fenix 6 pro. This is my first watch I've worn for a very long time
Thanks for sharing! It's a great watch!
Great video. 👌🏻 which of the Garmin Fenix 6 has the most similar form factor to the Apple Watch 44mm? Maybe I want to swap my AW for a Garmin, since I will probably begin training for my first marathon beginning in summer and I really don’t want a bigger watch.
Probably the 6s but it's a couple millimeters smaller and is round. The regular Fenix 6 is 47mm vs the 44mm of the AW. The 6s will still have WAY longer battery life than the Apple watch but in a smaller package. Thanks for watching.
So glad I found your vid. I've been using fenix 5 for a couple of years, but thanks to pandemic, I don't venture far now. Since no need for the ruggedness, I'm thinking to buy fr 245 to hv something lighter, plus the pulse ox function to complement the fenix. But your vid makes me think about upgrading to 6s all together. Any thought for me? Great job on the reviews, thanks!
Glad it was helpful! It's really personal preference between the 245 and Fenix 6s. It's certainly a luxury to get the 6S but it comes along with features like Mapping that can be handy. I suppose you need to ask yourself which features you NEED and which features you WANT? Thanks for watching!
@@ChaseTheSummit Ahh, the need vs want thing off course. Tbh, I mostly run/trail so the 245 would be all I need... when I need better built quality and better battery just slap the f5. Maybe I just WANT an upgrade.. thanks for the reply mate. Keep creating those great vids.