I Tried the Garmin Fenix 8 for a Week-Here’s Why I’m Sticking with the Apple Watch Ultra

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  • @mobyduck8384
    @mobyduck8384 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

    Fenix is a sport watch first and a smart watch second where the Apple Watch is the other way around. If you are not serious in sports ( and I don't mean counting daily steps) then the Apple Watch is for sure the better watch for you. But both are brilliant in their discipline.(in my opinion).

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Totally agree.

    • @skoblaschannel
      @skoblaschannel 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      As you say, Sir. Two totally diferrent things basicaly.

    • @samp1568
      @samp1568 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      ​@@scottmckenna yes true athletes use Garmin

  • @jwanger142
    @jwanger142 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Keeping text notifications to my phone only was the best decision I’ve made with smart watches. I found that having that disconnect was quite enjoyable in the long run.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I can't say I disagree. It's a huge distraction point for many people.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      BUT when it comes to Running, I like cellular for music

  • @EB_TheRebel
    @EB_TheRebel 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    If you long press on the widget, it takes you into the actual app.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Didn’t know that. Thanks

    • @ExplorewithSvetlin
      @ExplorewithSvetlin 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@scottmckennaWell, but not in the Ford app and many others, since they don’t exist

    • @YounanPhoto
      @YounanPhoto 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you!

  • @robertland2616
    @robertland2616 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Fēnix definitely supports music on the watch! Spotify Bluetooth headphones done!
    Timers can be on a Hotkey, so on key press to start timer.

  •  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

    You didn’t use the Garmin 8 much apparently. Lots of your information is wrong. For instance, you can download music to the Fenix 8 and listen to music on a run without your phone.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      With Spotify, yes. But not if you’re an Apple Music user right?

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      And a lot of times I’m streaming the created radio stations on there not a specific artist.

    • @Joe-g4t3t
      @Joe-g4t3t 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      When I had a Fenix 6 Pro I agree you could download music to it but it was a massive pain in the arse to do. You had to plug it into the computer, it took ages to transfer and with Spotify you had to have a premium account. Whereas the AW transfers what you want in the background whenever you put it on charge.

    • @Tennet3D
      @Tennet3D 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It’s very easy to transfer Spotify music to the Fenix 8. Sure, it doesn’t support Apple Music, but Spotify still has the majority of users anyway.
      I had the Apple Watch Ultra (gen 1) - I still do - but after getting the Fenix 8 43mm a few weeks ago, I find the Fenix to be far superior. The Fenix feels like a premium sports watch, while the Ultra has always felt more like a tech gadget than a proper training tool. Plus, the Fenix just looks cooler with some wear and tear, while the Ultra would just end up looking like a scratched-up computer.
      The buttons on the Fenix are also a game-changer, especially when training or in water. I missed them from day 1 after switching from the Fenix 6S to the Ultra.
      And since I have my iPhone with me 92% of the time, answering texts and calls is much easier on the phone anyway. Living in Sweden, I also find it super frustrating that the Ultra doesn’t support the Swedish dictionary, even though the iPhone does. Writing on the Ultra here is just annoying.
      The Apple Watch Ultra is now collecting dust on its charging stand, and honestly, I haven’t missed it at all.

    • @schumif1champ
      @schumif1champ 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s also quite a horrible experience syncing with Spotify and then it is out of date and needs to re sync. I only use my Garmin now if im going on my side by side in the middle of no where up north. For general activities and day to day the Apple Watch having cellular is just plain better now. If apple ever adds proper track me with mapping I doubt I will ever use my Garmin again.

  • @chriscarpunky
    @chriscarpunky 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Oh my gosh. You needed someone to explain for you this info. You can set reminders on the watch also. It goes to your Apple and will show up on your watch. Same as alarms. There is voice assistant and voice commands. You can have a button set up for voice assistant which is dedicated. You can say, remind me about my meeting at 2 pm” and it will do it and show up on your phone and your watch. I think someone should have explained all this to you or done some research. Yes, you’re correct about cellular.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It’s still not as smooth and seamless as Apple that’s for sure. And the cellular is a big deal.

    • @ExplorewithSvetlin
      @ExplorewithSvetlin 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@scottmckennaYep. It sounds like you have to say everything you do to the Garmin. Apple has such sleek interface to let you also do it without words. And the rings…!

    • @jonnyc8208
      @jonnyc8208 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I have both the AWU 2 and the Epix pro, and 99% of the time it is the AWU2 that I wear, an amazing smart watch really, even though the Garmin is definitely the better sport watch

  • @brandonjpeters7906
    @brandonjpeters7906 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Wish it was that clear cut for me… I am a pretty hardcore athlete(or at least think I am) and yet I still want the user experience of the Apple Watch with the capabilities and focus of the Garmin. Haha

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I would love to see some Garmin features on the Apple Watch for sure.

  • @komatsui159
    @komatsui159 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I think you didn’t use the watch long enough before deciding to go back to Apple Watch. I am doing something now and using Garmin. Just got done using it for a week. I am still learning how to use this watch (Forerunner 265). My quick conclusion that I can tell at this point is that HR monitor and sleep tracking is way better with Apple Watch during work out and sleep. I will be incorporating chest strap (H10) for work out.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s a good device for sure.

  • @vaktmaskiner
    @vaktmaskiner 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I have suunto ocean, garmin descent mk3i and apple watch ultra. Now I have leave my apple watch ultra, because it is useless for my use and its battery sucks. I use daily for sport and diving suunto and garmin, which has better batterylife, than apple watch ultra, witch I must load once or twice a day.

  • @tpruna1
    @tpruna1 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Although I am a Samsung user, I watched your video to see if you will have the same reasons I had when I was considering the Galaxy Watch Ultra vs the Garmin Fenix 8. Your video is spot on. For me, the biggest deal breaker was having cellular connection in my watch and being able to do leave my phone at home when running or working out. Being able to make/receive calls, listen to music, audiobooks or podcasts (if I want to that day) from my watch while running or working out is liberating. The health / exercise metrics on the Ultra are good enough for most people. Excellent video, thanks!

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Seems like you can relate for sure. It's a fantastic watch, I loved it. It just has enough small things that make it difficult for me.

  • @bushcamo223
    @bushcamo223 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video! I can agree I believe for most athletes who are more into significant tracking and using data to become better Garmin is the one to have hands down. I have both Fenix 7 and the first Ultra watch and the Apple is a great day to day smartwatch. But for my training days when getting ready for a marathon or when I love to get on the MTB for some enduro training the Garmin is the best and blows Apple out of the water.

  • @Joe-g4t3t
    @Joe-g4t3t 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Although some of your points are completely accurate, as some have pointed out on here, I with you. I had an AW 4 then changed to Fenix 6 Pro as I was doing a marathon and thought it would be good for the training etc. And it was. But that's about it. I missed the smart features. And before I get caned I know the Garmins aren't smart watches but in my opinion the AW is a better sports watch than the Garmin is a smart watch. Im a regular runner but like most I don't need all the bonkers features the Garmin provides. It definitely looks better than the AW but it's quite niche in what it can do for the average person. It was interesting to see how much it thought I had sweated during a run or how knackered it thought I was but they're all things that you just know anyway. I was seriously tempted to go back to Garmin from my AWU when the Fenix 8 came out, but when I was honest with myself it was only really because of the looks. I knew that after a few weeks Id miss the smart features of the AW. When it comes down to it buy what you want.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I agree. But what you want and that’s why I’m making this video to share my thoughts. I love the Garmin and if somehow they can get some more integration with the iPhone, I’d switch back in a heartbeat.

  • @bigmaxcc
    @bigmaxcc 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Here’s my daily driver enduro 2. Left hand AWU 2 black titanium right hand 😎🙌
    Here’s what I love 2 months battery life with my enduro 2 not everyone likes daily charging multi devices so for me it’s a life saver
    Whilst awu 2 2 days than back to charge I can get 4 days if I disable some features sad but true but one I do use a lot Apple Pay and well completing apple rings 😅

  • @irishman485
    @irishman485 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I’ve got a garmin fenix I can’t stand apple’s battery life

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Totally agree there. Garmin destroys Apple in the battery department.

  • @travissmarion
    @travissmarion 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You realize you can use Spotify straight from your Garmin Fenix 8 right?

  • @sanderverkade4551
    @sanderverkade4551 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you can tap and hold on the complications.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I didn't know that when I did my initial testing. That's my bad. But I'm not sure why you have to hold either, but good to know it's possible. \

  • @PeterJohnsonJr
    @PeterJohnsonJr 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've never owned an Apple product, I have owned many Google/Android watches. I'm a Garmin convert. If you are serious about aggressive sports, Garmin is the only one. I urban skate. I've seen many apple watches get destroyed with the most minor falls. If you're serious about sports, Garmin is the way.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Totally agree.

  • @mobscene416
    @mobscene416 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The fenix 8 can reply to txt on an android....ios is locked down for this feature

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes I'm aware of that. Unfortunately as an iOS user, that's a big deal

    • @foetor
      @foetor 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      No, just use Siri on Fenix 8 and you can reply to messages

  • @bigmaxcc
    @bigmaxcc 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Last comment promise my biggest con I had with all previous AW after 1 year I checked my battery health it’s degraded ridiculous fast I don’t know from my experience but I tend to upgrade every year 😅 I guess it shouldn’t matter hehe but yh just pointing that out

  • @Thavisup
    @Thavisup 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    13:03 SO TRUE!

  • @ExplorewithSvetlin
    @ExplorewithSvetlin 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I think that you are just too obsessed with the Apple watch’s features… .. Just like I am! Totally agreed on everything.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Absolutely. You get used to what you get used to, and it's hard to leave sometimes.

  • @dustin2048
    @dustin2048 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    It seems your primary aim for the watch is to replace your phone. I dont want a second phone on my arm. Theres also a lot of athletic tracking features Apple doesnt have. People who want a smart watch first and athletic tracking second would like apple more and people who value atheltic tracking and bio data more with smart watch second, the Garmin is a better fit imo. Also for me, I would never wear a device I have to charge every day which if you do a lot of gps activity ut sounds like the Apple will just about need it. Or every day/every other day... it was interesting to hear your perspective though.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I agree entirely. You’re spot on. Garmin is great as a fitness watch no doubt.

  • @rollie5579
    @rollie5579 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I gave my son my Ultra, I prefer the Fenix 8.

  • @poorpossum79
    @poorpossum79 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Are you the men's retreat guy???

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Lake champion men’s weekend? Yes. That’s me.

  • @A.A-s2g
    @A.A-s2g 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Gli anelli li puoi chiudere anche col Garmin , i 2 ecosistemi si interfacciano, sicuramente il Fenix non può essere integrato nell’eco sistema Apple come un Apple Watch ma ho l’impressione che tu non l’abbia usato tanto bene 😁, io ho un Fenix 8 ed un iPhone 15 pro Max e sinceramente a parte rispondere ad i messaggi tutto il resto si può fare

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You can’t close apple fitness rings with the Garmin.

    • @A.A-s2g
      @A.A-s2g 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      of course you can, Garmin connect and Apple fitness interface

    • @A.A-s2g
      @A.A-s2g 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      when you download data with Garmin Connect it also goes to Apple Fitness

  • @foetor
    @foetor 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Wow, worst Fenix 8 comparison I’ve found on TH-cam.
    1. Hold long to go to apps
    2. No mentioned of able to use Siri on Fenix 8 to set reminder and more
    3. You are right no cellular but you have offline music (no mention of Spotify, deezer…)
    4. Rings, really? If only this motivates you you don’t need a sport watch
    5. No Ford app? Yes it is a sports watch and no smartwatch
    6. Free worldwide offline maps for Garmin
    7. Free diving app no need for subscription like Apple
    8. If you hike you can directly see maps and hiking activity that’s not possible with AW
    9. If connected to phone you can answer calls directly from watch
    Perhaps you should inform you better before making such bad comparisons.. it is a typical comparison from an Apple guy who doesn’t do sports 👎 from me
    And I have an iPhone and had the Ultra 2 for 1 year and doesn’t miss it

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It sounds like you’ve never used an Apple Watch

    • @foetor
      @foetor 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@scottmckenna😂lol and you never a Garmin Watch? What points I said are wrong? Even your first point with not able to go directly to the app was wrong. You never used the Garmin watch lol 😂
      But yeah keep closing your rings and keep the Apple Watch, sports watches are not made for tou

  • @michaelrobens5748
    @michaelrobens5748 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I can respond to text messages on my Garmin 6x feonix. Not sure why you wouldn't be able to on at 8. Maybe you didn't click the button

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I didn’t see any option and when I looked all over the internet it said you didn’t. Not with an iPhone. With an android you can.

    • @chriscarpunky
      @chriscarpunky 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      You can respond to a text if you’re using an iPhone if the person is in your contacts in your iPhone. For example, you would push the short cut button (let’s say Charlie sends you a text) and you would push the shortcut button and say, “text Charlie”. The watch will say, “what do you want to say”. Just like the Apple Watch you would say your message and it would automatically send it.

    • @ExplorewithSvetlin
      @ExplorewithSvetlin 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@chriscarpunkyExcept the Apple watch has an actual full keyboard too

  • @A.A-s2g
    @A.A-s2g 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Li puoi premere i widget ed andarci da lì invece , ci vuole mezzo secondo di pazienza 😁

  • @witaminc
    @witaminc 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    In my opinion there is no need to just copy functions of phone,as all of the mentioned, like answer the text message etc is easier to do with the phone not the small screen of the watch, Garmin does things that phone can't do + the battery life and the looks allow you to wear it with anything. Can't imagine wearing apple watch with a suit, just looks like a joke sadly.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I definitely agree that the Garmin is the far better looking watch.

  • @benjamin.kelley
    @benjamin.kelley 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Scott, great video! If someone approaches the Garmin watch as a person who wants a "Smart watch" that likes the watch for everyday capabilities, they're not going to like it, because the Garmin watches are pretty dumb in that sense. If they buy it because they want a powerful GPS watch with great battery for endurance training and long races (6+ hours and over), then the Garmin is for them. Garmin watches are made for athletes. The Apple watch is not that, and the GPS is terrible compared to even lower end GPS watches. The Garmin has a gauge does something like the Apple rings, counting step goals, etc. Pertaining to cellular - I think Garmin and other endurance sport GPS watch companies want to promote safe running without distractions (like music, notifications, playing on the watch while running, etc.) So in conclusion, Apple = smart watch, Garmin = GPS running watch. My two cents, take it or leave it. 👍

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Spot on truth.

    • @ExplorewithSvetlin
      @ExplorewithSvetlin 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@scottmckennaHmmm… safe running? I’d feel safer with the Apple’s cellular plus SOS high frequency alarm and automatic emergency dial functions any time

    • @marekbz
      @marekbz 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The GPS on the Ultra (1 and 2) are just as accurate as any Garmin, or even more so in certain scenarios as they always use dual-band GPS. Lower-end Garmin's do not have that, and even the Fenix 8 sometimes "auto selects" a less accurate setting for some sports. That being said, the F7 and upwards DO have stellar (dual band) GPS. The regular Apple Watches have less accurate single-band GPS, but still good enough - just as the "regular" Garmin watches have.

  • @robertn3121
    @robertn3121 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Ima golfer and the golf apps for Apple suck.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Golfshot GPS for the Apple Watch is incredible actually. One of the best you’ll ever use.

    • @robertn3121
      @robertn3121 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Not for in game play. Garmin rules that world.

    • @robertn3121
      @robertn3121 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ I’ve tried both it and Feenick 8. Garmin is a far superior golf watch.

  • @jayinthelongrun7453
    @jayinthelongrun7453 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Cellular. That’s it for me.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I think most people would agree.

  • @Plasterman2025
    @Plasterman2025 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You made a mistake, the Garmin app is so much better, you can do challenges against other people, and customisation and battery life on watch are much better than Apple.😊

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The app is fine, but if you compete in challenges with other iphone users and apple watch users, this doesn't apply. You can only compete with other Garmin users, which I know no one else who is.

  • @GarminPro
    @GarminPro 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Def love my Garmin. But I’m a college athlete and fitness is my jam. Not text messages on my watch. One thing I see all the time, obese people wearing Apple Watches eating cheeseburgers. I’m good, love my Garmin community lol

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      lol. I hear ya.

  • @federicocosta6040
    @federicocosta6040 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That means you don't do enough sports.... You should....

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      lol. I'm glad to hear you know my sports routing. I play 3 different sports, all for teams, so you don't really know what you're talking about. BUT, yes, the Garmin has some great features.

  • @javicoesp
    @javicoesp 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Apple Watch is great, you just need to charge it everyday…

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Every other day or me with the Ultra, but yes, it’s a great watch.

  • @nasheithor
    @nasheithor 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Como va a ser buena la batería del AW, si son 2 días jajajajajajajajajjajajajajajajajaja

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s not terrible. For an Apple Watch.

  • @홀리홀리홀리-q3x
    @홀리홀리홀리-q3x 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    이 글을 이해 할지는 모르겠지만 남겨봅니다. 애플워치 울트라 셀룰러를 켜서 주머니에 넣고 가민은 손목에 차고 달리세요! 애플워치는 스마트폰보다 가벼우니까요! 제가 그렇게 하고 있습니다!

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don’t want to carry two watches. And I don’t get my ring credits either.

  • @oliokioli
    @oliokioli 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I don't like apple peoducts and actually pick Garmin and Android products instead. For me its the only way to go.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Some people love android for sure. Nothing wrong with that. It’s all about a preference

  • @RobertCosta777
    @RobertCosta777 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Mate love your video, could i have your slow useless Fenix 8. Its just a piece of cold dead weight on your wrist. ;)

  • @GaryRose
    @GaryRose 4 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    You have no clue what you are talking about. You’re wrong on so many aspects of the Garmin. It’s a joke you are trying to review something you know nothing about.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  40 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

      I gave my thoughts after 7 days. Do I know everything? No. But I'd love to learn from you if you do. What exactly am I wrong about that hasn't already been mentioned in the comments?

    • @GaryRose
      @GaryRose 33 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

      My point is, don’t knock it until you know it. I believe most all the incorrect statements you made have been corrected in the comments. Just do reviews or comparisons unbiased. 😊

  • @Paullebbon
    @Paullebbon 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your video is so bitter sweet. I am also an iPhone user with an Ultra 2, I hate my watch so damn much. I am sick of the rectangle shape, the lack of customization, the crappy battery.
    I have a drawer full of other smartwatches, Garmin, Amazfit, Coros, and other brands, but I have to keep going back to the ultra 2. This is not because it is the best watch, or because it is better than the others. The simple fact is that Apple will not allow other watches to work with their phones, and so we are left in limbo until Android gets better and we can finally get away from Apple, or until Apple are made to play nice with other brands. Anyway, nice video man, I have been looking at buying the Garmin Fenix 8 because it can make calls, but you made me see that it would only end up in the drawer with the others. Thank man.

    • @scottmckenna
      @scottmckenna  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I hear ya. And I feel the same. I love the Garmin.