Great comparison Matt. They're so similar! I agree with your concerns on the Firmware updates. The Grit X came out only a few months ago and certainly should not be left behind. Not a great trend to set as a big player in this space! Also 13:50... outro shot on point. 👍
@@ChaseTheSummit Mine just came to my door. It’s like early Christmas over here. I’ll use it in the next video and no one will even notice the difference. 🤷🏻♂️.
Wow, that is so nice of you to say! There are a lot of really nice channels on TH-cam. I hope that I can continue to improve on the these and that even if you're not in the market for a watch, I can still make it entertaining. 👌
I'm in total isolation until Sunday (father's day) because of Covid-19 and this illness's have moved myself to do exercise after the isolation, so I'm planning to buy a watch and I'm between the V2 and a Garmin Forerunner 945... Great video, hope I'll make it until Sunday.
I have a video coming out tomorrow talking about the difference between this and the Polar M2. I’d also suggest looking at that 945 LTE. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Yeah, I love Polar but . . . I think they need to fix this judgement call. Thanks Donal for taking the time to watch the video and comment. I really appreciate it. 👌
I finally purchased grit x on sale ... 150 euros afford from v2. for me coming from a m200 it will be a big step. Hope it is useful for running, my unique activity at the moment. Thanks for the review!!
Fantastic! Yeah I love the Grit X. It’s a solid device with great GPS accuracy. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I don’t always do that. Most of the time, I present the details and let people decide. Most of the time, there’s no best watch for everyone. It all depends on what your personal needs are. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Thank you so much Dove! I really appreciate you watching all of these watch videos even though I know you’re not really in the market. I’ll try to put together some more triathlon focused stuff in a few weeks. 👌
@@mlegrand They're always excellent on several fronts. I find them informative and entertaining even if I'm not in the market for something you do a video on. Keep up the strong work!
First time watching your videos. Great job! I appreciate the info. You helped me figure out that I will buy the V2 because of the features. However, I love the look of the Grit X. I would buy both if the features were identical. Thank you
Hey Vlad, seems like the Grit X has been around about a year or so. I’m wondering if something new could drop this fall. When are you thinking of buying?
Thanks for your review! I wonder what has changed since the review was released? And it's interesting to see what happens next. This is a headache! Buy Suunto? )))))
It’s not fair I have purchased the grit x in August polar should not leave behind the grit x especially some of the features that the vantage V2 have I would like the recovery pro and the orthostatic test and running performance test rollover to the grit X. It’s crazy the vantage V2 have all the features from the grit X. I kind of disappointed this is my first polar watch and probably my last polar fitness watch.
Yeah, I mentioned this at the end of the video. I totally understand that they need to differentiate these products but I think they should consider a major software bump for the Grit X. I wonder if they will reconsider. Make sure you mention something to them directly. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
In this video I use a tool from DCRainmaker called the analyze tool. More info here: analyze.dcrainmaker.com/ More recently, I've written some personal software that takes files and compares the HR data and graphs them in After Effects. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
The whole polar series of watches are so similar with unite all the way up to v2 with increase of features coming with an increase in price. I'd probably be happy with the gritx since those new features are for me a one time usage thing but I guess I'm not so data driven that I find the need to jump up and down all the time either to see my leg recovery or run 30 minutes for that run data. I do wish that it had the screen of the ignite though.
I just didn't like the raise to wake on the ignite/unite series watches. But I agree this and the Grit X are both really great watches. Solid options for running and the battery would probably work for some of your crazy long runs. 🤷🏻♂️
@@yiannis_christodoulou - Yeah, I typically swim in the pool or lake and the Grit X was excellent when I tested GPS accuracy. I thought the V2 would have been just as good or better but it it wasn't (at least on the beta software).
Most people say; Polar company is specialist of HR measurament but their watches are worthless compare to wristHR accuracy compare to Garmin watchHR accuracy. Polar is good only if u use the watches with H10 chest strap. Also Polar watches are way behind the todays technology when it comes to smartphone features notifications when compare to Garmin watches. I would like to know What r ur thoughts on these? Also if u think the same then can u use H10 cheststrap with Garmin watches synconized instead of GarminPro cheststrap? Or if u r a Garmin watch owner would u go with garmin cheststrap? By the way amazing music on your video
Emir, thanks for watching and commenting! Yes, you can use the H10 strap with the Garmin watches. I have both Garmin and Polar watches and they both have different strengths. I would love notifications during activities from Polar. 😂
@@mlegrand oohh! So i want to make sure one thing clear pls! Polar have notification problems only during activities? Not during the day. It’s syncronized with one same time like Garmin? I thought that was a main problem people have been talking about
@@emirgundogar79 - There’s more than one issue. One issue is the fact that you can’t get notifications during activities. There are also occasional syncing issues with smart phones as well. But Garmin often has this problem as well.
This was a helpful review. I'm stuck between the Vantage V2 and the FR945-LTE. Is the V2 too old to consider at this point? Leaning towards Polar, just bc of how much I like their H10.
I never know what Polar is going to do next but I *think* that you’d be safe to buy the V2. I doubt it’s due for an update. The Grit X has been around for a while but I think the V2 will be a while. The 945LTE is a good option also. Even if you don’t use the LTE services, it’s a nice watch and extremely accurate. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Thanks for the upload! Were you able to test if the polar watches are compatible with other brands' heart rate belts? I already have 2 from other brands (Mio for my bikecomputer), and if I can just buy the watch without the belt it would save me quite a few bucks.
I've tested with Garmin Heart rate straps but not with the Mio strap. It would have to have bluetooth in order to connect to the Polar watch. Looks like the Mio Pod has bluetooth and should work but Mio might have a different HR strap. I am going to be testing a ton of heart rate monitors early next year but I don't know if this is one is going to be on the list. double check before ordering a Polar watch. Have a look around for that little bluetooth symbol on the actual device just to double check before buying a Polar watch. Hope that helps! 👍
Matt, can activity be shared with these watches? Currently my wife and I each have Apple Watch and IPhone. When I complete an exercise activity she gets a notification and we can send each other thumbs up etc. Can we do something like that with the Polar watch? Thank you
Not that I'm aware of. There are third party apps like Strava but I'm not sure it's going to be as smooth a process as what Apple gives you on the Apple Watch.
Polar is overdue for an update also. Might be interesting to see what is coming up next from Polar. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Is the Hill Splitter on the V2 any better than on the Grit? I've found it slow and inconsistent to kick in, plus out and back runs will often have different uphill counts than downhills.
I've never owned a Polar, I've been a Suunto user for a while & Garmin before that, so it's good to see more options. Agree about the chest strap being the better option for the heart rate. Nice reviews Matt 👍🏃
Thanks Martin! Yeah, I'd love to review Suunto at some point. Thanks for checking it out the video and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it.
Hi Matt. I was using polar FT80 for about 8y. Now its time to change and I am choosing between those two. My training is combination of running and outdoor workouts. Once per week triathlon, but sometimes not in a standard order, sometimes i start with running. Does v2 or gritx support various activity start? I think there is multisport regime on the watch, but is it possible to save more various regimes? Because the outdoor activity sometimes i change with fitness etc..would those watch fit to my type of sport please? Thank you from Slovakia
Hi Filip! Getting 8 years out of the FT80 is fantastic. That's such good value! Neither of these watches allow you to do triathlon in a different order as far as I'm aware. There is a new watch from Wahoo that will allow you to add on activities in any order but my guess is that you want to stick to Polar. Both of these watches are very similar. If it were me, I think I'd pick one of these watches based on price and size preference. Let me know if you have any more questions and I'll try to help!
@@mlegrand Hello Matt! thanks for your feedback. I would have one more question: are V2 and grit X able to switch from one sport to another directly, without necessarity to stop previous activity? I mean to directly swich from one sport to another and the final sport results are from overall training including all sport types? thank you and have my best regards! Filip
@@filipuhercik5942 - I don’t think that’s an available option on the Polar watches. The Wahoo Rival is the one watch I can think of where you can tack on extra activities.
David, so sorry buddy. It's just a random drawing so it's not needs based or anything like that. The good news is that I have a small following and do lots of giveaways. So as long as no one finds out about my channel you'll have a great chance of winning. 🤔 This Vantage V2 would be amazing!
It should work on kids wrists but it probably won’t work as well because the watch is so big and would bounce around on your wrist more. You should look for something smaller like a Garmin 45 or Coros Pace 2
Great review. I agree, some of the features should be brought to the Grit X, if not even to original V. I purchased the Grit X after V800 and now I should sell it for 70€/$ pricier watch to get weekly report, watch faces or music control. If I knew, I would have waited. I really like the look of Grit X, not so much the battery as watch (comparing to V800). I only track sleep and I charged the Grit X 3 times while V800 only once. Why is OHR still working for minutes or hours If I manually confirmed that I am awake. I hate when I can't start GPS activity below 9% battery. WHY? V800 recorded an activity even lower and only showed later "Low battery". If I start a GPS activity at 9% - I have probably 10 minutes max on the Grit X and recording is done. The main thing I miss from V800 is Recovery Pro. I bought the Grit X hoping they will include it in the new firmware. Running test is also nice to have. The firmware updates on Grit X are also kind of slow, two since release, 1st immediately and with 2nd one (beginning of July) only bug fixes if I recall correctly. C'mon Polar, don't let us down and bring something to 6 months "older" users. I hope this won't be my 3rd and last Polar because I really like the Flow, especially on the computer (hint Suunto's ONLY App).
Yes! I have high hopes the they'll update the Grit X. We're all trying to make a little noise to encourage them to go for it. We'll see what happens. 🤷🏻♂️
Quite possibly the best opening sequence I've ever seen on TH-cam!
These two watches sound like Polar's version of the 945 vs. 745 game!
Wow, thank you! Super nice of you to say that. Thanks for checking it out! 👍
Not even looking for a new watch, but I just watch your videos to see the cool cinematography!
Ha! Thank you! That is so nice of you to say! I'll try to keep these interesting for you you!
Great comparison Matt. They're so similar! I agree with your concerns on the Firmware updates. The Grit X came out only a few months ago and certainly should not be left behind. Not a great trend to set as a big player in this space! Also 13:50... outro shot on point. 👍
Thanks buddy. Just wait till I get my grubby little hands on that A7S3 😂
@@mlegrand I feel so not-worthy every time I hit the power switch 😂
@@ChaseTheSummit Mine just came to my door. It’s like early Christmas over here. I’ll use it in the next video and no one will even notice the difference. 🤷🏻♂️.
I think,this is the best TH-cam channel about sport watches.
Wow, that is so nice of you to say! There are a lot of really nice channels on TH-cam. I hope that I can continue to improve on the these and that even if you're not in the market for a watch, I can still make it entertaining. 👌
@@mlegrand You are reviewing the way I like.You are doing this by the normal user way with some extra useful knowledge so everebody can watch you.
I'm in total isolation until Sunday (father's day) because of Covid-19 and this illness's have moved myself to do exercise after the isolation, so I'm planning to buy a watch and I'm between the V2 and a Garmin Forerunner 945... Great video, hope I'll make it until Sunday.
I have a video coming out tomorrow talking about the difference between this and the Polar M2. I’d also suggest looking at that 945 LTE. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Great review and totally agree about kicking some features to the GX. Too young to be forgotten.
Yeah, I love Polar but . . . I think they need to fix this judgement call. Thanks Donal for taking the time to watch the video and comment. I really appreciate it. 👌
I finally purchased grit x on sale ... 150 euros afford from v2. for me coming from a m200 it will be a big step. Hope it is useful for running, my unique activity at the moment. Thanks for the review!!
Fantastic! Yeah I love the Grit X. It’s a solid device with great GPS accuracy. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Loved this video. Very detailed, and most importantly you made a recommendation!!
I don’t always do that. Most of the time, I present the details and let people decide. Most of the time, there’s no best watch for everyone. It all depends on what your personal needs are. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Yeee! Thanks Matt 🤙🏼 great vid as always!
Thanks Henry! Nice of you to take the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Another nice video, Matt!
Thank you so much Dove! I really appreciate you watching all of these watch videos even though I know you’re not really in the market. I’ll try to put together some more triathlon focused stuff in a few weeks. 👌
@@mlegrand They're always excellent on several fronts. I find them informative and entertaining even if I'm not in the market for something you do a video on. Keep up the strong work!
@@mamadove76 - Thanks Dove 🙏
Thanks for the great Vid Matt. Really consider 1 of the 2 very soon...... :-)
Awesome Ray, hope this helped in some small way. Let me know if have any questions and I’ll try to help. 👌
Awesome run through Matt, great thought given to what you covered.
The cinematography was excellent as always as well.
Thank you Ian! Glad you’re crushing your workouts and weight stuff.
First time watching your videos. Great job! I appreciate the info. You helped me figure out that I will buy the V2 because of the features. However, I love the look of the Grit X. I would buy both if the features were identical. Thank you
Also, really good point about the V2’s comfort for sleeping with it vs the Grit X. Thank you
Hey Vlad, seems like the Grit X has been around about a year or so. I’m wondering if something new could drop this fall. When are you thinking of buying?
I was planning on getting one next month.
Great review. Very informative 💪
Glad it was helpful Team Pixel! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. I really appreciate it. 👌
Also, amazing channel! Nice work there! 👍🏻
@@mlegrand thank you. Much appreciated! 🙏
Nice review
Thanks Jan! Polar makes some great watches and I really love their sleep tracking stuff. 👌
Thanks for your review! I wonder what has changed since the review was released? And it's interesting to see what happens next. This is a headache! Buy Suunto? )))))
You're welcome. There are a lot of good options on the market these days and I'd expect more in the next 2-3 months.
It’s not fair I have purchased the grit x in August polar should not leave behind the grit x especially some of the features that the vantage V2 have I would like the recovery pro and the orthostatic test and running performance test rollover to the grit X. It’s crazy the vantage V2 have all the features from the grit X. I kind of disappointed this is my first polar watch and probably my last polar fitness watch.
Yeah, I mentioned this at the end of the video. I totally understand that they need to differentiate these products but I think they should consider a major software bump for the Grit X. I wonder if they will reconsider. Make sure you mention something to them directly. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Very usefull video! How do you compare HRs shown in minute 4:24? Thanks in advance!
In this video I use a tool from DCRainmaker called the analyze tool. More info here: analyze.dcrainmaker.com/ More recently, I've written some personal software that takes files and compares the HR data and graphs them in After Effects. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
The whole polar series of watches are so similar with unite all the way up to v2 with increase of features coming with an increase in price. I'd probably be happy with the gritx since those new features are for me a one time usage thing but I guess I'm not so data driven that I find the need to jump up and down all the time either to see my leg recovery or run 30 minutes for that run data. I do wish that it had the screen of the ignite though.
I just didn't like the raise to wake on the ignite/unite series watches. But I agree this and the Grit X are both really great watches. Solid options for running and the battery would probably work for some of your crazy long runs. 🤷🏻♂️
@@mlegrand oh that's true I forgot about that. I wish they let the user customize little things like that.
Great review
Thanks Yiannis! I really appreciate you watching and taking the extra time to comment. 👍
@@mlegrand you are welcome and it was good to see. I have both watches.
@@yiannis_christodoulou - Which one do you prefer at this point?
@@mlegrand I prefer the V2 for the data and the tests. However I prefer the Grit for sea swimmimg
@@yiannis_christodoulou - Yeah, I typically swim in the pool or lake and the Grit X was excellent when I tested GPS accuracy. I thought the V2 would have been just as good or better but it it wasn't (at least on the beta software).
Most people say; Polar company is specialist of HR measurament but their watches are worthless compare to wristHR accuracy compare to Garmin watchHR accuracy. Polar is good only if u use the watches with H10 chest strap. Also Polar watches are way behind the todays technology when it comes to smartphone features notifications when compare to Garmin watches. I would like to know What r ur thoughts on these? Also if u think the same then can u use H10 cheststrap with Garmin watches synconized instead of GarminPro cheststrap? Or if u r a Garmin watch owner would u go with garmin cheststrap? By the way amazing music on your video
Emir, thanks for watching and commenting! Yes, you can use the H10 strap with the Garmin watches. I have both Garmin and Polar watches and they both have different strengths. I would love notifications during activities from Polar. 😂
@@mlegrand oohh! So i want to make sure one thing clear pls! Polar have notification problems only during activities? Not during the day. It’s syncronized with one same time like Garmin? I thought that was a main problem people have been talking about
@@emirgundogar79 - There’s more than one issue. One issue is the fact that you can’t get notifications during activities. There are also occasional syncing issues with smart phones as well. But Garmin often has this problem as well.
This was a helpful review. I'm stuck between the Vantage V2 and the FR945-LTE. Is the V2 too old to consider at this point? Leaning towards Polar, just bc of how much I like their H10.
I never know what Polar is going to do next but I *think* that you’d be safe to buy the V2. I doubt it’s due for an update. The Grit X has been around for a while but I think the V2 will be a while. The 945LTE is a good option also. Even if you don’t use the LTE services, it’s a nice watch and extremely accurate. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Thanks for the upload! Were you able to test if the polar watches are compatible with other brands' heart rate belts? I already have 2 from other brands (Mio for my bikecomputer), and if I can just buy the watch without the belt it would save me quite a few bucks.
I've tested with Garmin Heart rate straps but not with the Mio strap. It would have to have bluetooth in order to connect to the Polar watch. Looks like the Mio Pod has bluetooth and should work but Mio might have a different HR strap. I am going to be testing a ton of heart rate monitors early next year but I don't know if this is one is going to be on the list. double check before ordering a Polar watch. Have a look around for that little bluetooth symbol on the actual device just to double check before buying a Polar watch. Hope that helps! 👍
Matt, can activity be shared with these watches? Currently my wife and I each have Apple Watch and IPhone. When I complete an exercise activity she gets a notification and we can send each other thumbs up etc. Can we do something like that with the Polar watch? Thank you
Not that I'm aware of. There are third party apps like Strava but I'm not sure it's going to be as smooth a process as what Apple gives you on the Apple Watch.
I would like to win the vantage v2. I have now a vantage m and i'm thinking to buy the grit x or the vantage v2.
Polar is overdue for an update also. Might be interesting to see what is coming up next from Polar. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Is the Hill Splitter on the V2 any better than on the Grit? I've found it slow and inconsistent to kick in, plus out and back runs will often have different uphill counts than downhills.
Seems the same. I’ve noticed it being slow for me also.
Hill splitter on the V2 is disappointing....
@@Salisbury2000 - I think what it gives you is a count of how many hill reps you’ve done. But I get it. It’s not super responsive. Sorry buddy.
@@mlegrand hopefully it will improve in time if that’s possible... my only complaint about an otherwise perfect watch
When are you going to make a video of the wahoo rival watch
I'm on it! I'll try to get one and review it as soon as possible. And maybe a giveaway? 😀
I've never owned a Polar, I've been a Suunto user for a while & Garmin before that, so it's good to see more options. Agree about the chest strap being the better option for the heart rate. Nice reviews Matt 👍🏃
Thanks Martin! Yeah, I'd love to review Suunto at some point. Thanks for checking it out the video and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it.
Hi Matt. I was using polar FT80 for about 8y. Now its time to change and I am choosing between those two.
My training is combination of running and outdoor workouts. Once per week triathlon, but sometimes not in a standard order, sometimes i start with running. Does v2 or gritx support various activity start?
I think there is multisport regime on the watch, but is it possible to save more various regimes? Because the outdoor activity sometimes i change with fitness etc..would those watch fit to my type of sport please? Thank you from Slovakia
Hi Filip! Getting 8 years out of the FT80 is fantastic. That's such good value! Neither of these watches allow you to do triathlon in a different order as far as I'm aware. There is a new watch from Wahoo that will allow you to add on activities in any order but my guess is that you want to stick to Polar. Both of these watches are very similar. If it were me, I think I'd pick one of these watches based on price and size preference. Let me know if you have any more questions and I'll try to help!
@@mlegrand Hello Matt!
thanks for your feedback. I would have one more question: are V2 and grit X able to switch from one sport to another directly, without necessarity to stop previous activity?
I mean to directly swich from one sport to another and the final sport results are from overall training including all sport types?
thank you and have my best regards! Filip
@@filipuhercik5942 - I don’t think that’s an available option on the Polar watches. The Wahoo Rival is the one watch I can think of where you can tack on extra activities.
@@mlegrand i heard on one review that foreruner 945 can do that..
I was hoping polar is on the same multisport lvl..
@@filipuhercik5942 - It's not something I've used on the 945 but I'll have to play around with it. 👌
OMG! 2nd time i've Lost a Grit X giveaway 😭
I need it to help me recover from a long term disease.
David, so sorry buddy. It's just a random drawing so it's not needs based or anything like that. The good news is that I have a small following and do lots of giveaways. So as long as no one finds out about my channel you'll have a great chance of winning. 🤔 This Vantage V2 would be amazing!
@@mlegrand 🙏🏻 Thx mate! This V2 would do the job too ;)
Hi uncle Matt does the hr work on kids wrist ?
It should work on kids wrists but it probably won’t work as well because the watch is so big and would bounce around on your wrist more. You should look for something smaller like a Garmin 45 or Coros Pace 2
Matt LeGrand I currently have the garmin forerunner 10
Garmin baby Garmin! lol
Thanks for watching even if you prefer Garmin. I really appreciate your time. 👍
Great review. I agree, some of the features should be brought to the Grit X, if not even to original V. I purchased the Grit X after V800 and now I should sell it for 70€/$ pricier watch to get weekly report, watch faces or music control. If I knew, I would have waited.
I really like the look of Grit X, not so much the battery as watch (comparing to V800). I only track sleep and I charged the Grit X 3 times while V800 only once. Why is OHR still working for minutes or hours If I manually confirmed that I am awake.
I hate when I can't start GPS activity below 9% battery. WHY? V800 recorded an activity even lower and only showed later "Low battery".
If I start a GPS activity at 9% - I have probably 10 minutes max on the Grit X and recording is done. The main thing I miss from V800 is Recovery Pro. I bought the Grit X hoping they will include it in the new firmware. Running test is also nice to have.
The firmware updates on Grit X are also kind of slow, two since release, 1st immediately and with 2nd one (beginning of July) only bug fixes if I recall correctly. C'mon Polar, don't let us down and bring something to 6 months "older" users. I hope this won't be my 3rd and last Polar because I really like the Flow, especially on the computer (hint Suunto's ONLY App).
Yes! I have high hopes the they'll update the Grit X. We're all trying to make a little noise to encourage them to go for it. We'll see what happens. 🤷🏻♂️
Thank test !!
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Great review
Abbas, you're the best. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Have I sent you stickers yet?
@@mlegrand no
@@MABBAS22 - Private message me on instagram with your address. i just want to say thank you for watching these videos.