Apple Watch Series 7 vs Garmin Fenix 7 / Epix - An Even More Unfair Comparison ...Or is it?

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In-depth comparison of the new Garmin Fenix 7 and EPIX vs the Apple Watch Series 7. With the addition of a touchscreen on the Fenix 7 and an AMOLED display on the EPIX, it makes this comparison even more interesting.
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// Sections
0:00 Intro
1:15 Model Overview and Prices
3:14 Hardware Differences
6:18 Smartwatch Differences
8:04 Battery Life
9:34 Health Features
10:36 Safety Features
12:01 Sports and Fitness Features
16:25 Wrap-Up
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@bufferino7880 2 жыл бұрын

I am a Navy Reservist. I love Apple Watch for my day job. It keeps me notified and on task. When I am on a ship for a few weeks, I prefer the Garmin because I can go weeks without charging, I don’t need to fear knocking into stuff, and that red light would actually work on the bridge at night. Different tools for different situations. Also, I have forgotten to charge flashlights on night trail runs so that flash light on the watch could be a life saver.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for providing your experience with both and thanks for all you do! 👍

@bufferino7880 2 жыл бұрын

@Ralph Reilly the pilot house is dark at night. The redlight function on this watch would mean not having to hold a flashlight up while writing in the deck log. I’m exhausted during underways and charging stuff is another chore to think about.

@jasoncblackwood 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your service. I too have different use cases and would consider keeping my Apple Watch if I got the Epix.

@GoSlowToGoFastOG 2 жыл бұрын

Light could also come in handy for some military applications where you need to read something in the dark but don’t want to give away your position. Army SF selection only allows red and blue light for map reading in their nighttime navigation exercises.

@gnawty4662 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip ! Thanks

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Nailed it Des! I think the pricing aspect is important as you mentioned. The sapphire/titanium Apple Watch 7 is just as expensive as a high end Fenix… that’s easy to forget with so many focused on how expensive these new Garmins are.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

It's super interesting when you compare the higher-end models, for sure. Thanks Dave!

@josh3326 2 жыл бұрын

When it comes down to the battery, the AW7 Titanium is not worth the price in any way. Period. I have had my Fenix 5 since launch, its fast, still gets updates, and battery lasts a while still. My Fenix 5 is still going strong. Battery is a champ, and tested often with new beta apps, faces, and widgets. With Garmin, I feel you get your moneys worth over time. Higher priced AW's are just not worth it, while Garmin is.

@PaulsPlace 2 жыл бұрын

You do such a great job presenting the information, appreciate the no BS format. Definitely just going to watch your videos on watch reviews from now on.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Paul!

@BillJamesWallace 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video, Des! Thank you. Lots of good points but you nailed (I think) when you talk about extending the Apple Watch functionality. Having to add extra apps can be exciting and enjoyable but the fact that Garmin have almost everything on the unit to begin with is such an underrated feature. Thanks for calling it out. (and, by the way I have both a Garmin Fenix 6 Pro and an Apple Watch 6 cellular so I have experienced both sides of the fence). I was going to try and do 30 days with the Apple Watch but after 3 days ... back to the Garmin! 😉

@nickwhitton3882 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had an Apple Watch and a couple of Fenix (currently on Fenix 7). I think they both have their place but personally I prefer the Fenix 7 as it’s more durable and I’m not having to worry about the battery run out because of lots of use in the day.

@MrKakocorp Жыл бұрын

Same! im going with Fenix 7 Sapphire all the way!

@Benhutchie22386 Жыл бұрын

@@MrKakocorp same!

@osmonddsouza 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this comparison video. I was just waiting for this.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing 👍

@golfboy3 2 жыл бұрын

I currently have the Apple watch 7 also the Garmin watch 3. In my opinion the Garmin app is better when measuring my sleep as mentioned. The battery is obviously far better on the Garmin. The apple Watch is neater than my huge Garmin watch and of course fits in nicely with the Apple eco system. I'm tempted to get a used Garmin 6 and wear both. I've measured both for accuracy and agree they are both pretty much the same across all parameters. I only use the watches for sleep, cycling, hiking and health (Vo2 Max) so most of the Garmin functionality would be unused by me. Excellent review and I've just subscribed.

@JB-hq9yj 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison! I think from a size/weight perspective, the Garmin 7S is comparable to series 7 size and weight wise and I think (owning both) that the 7S is finally at least equaling the accuracy of the S7 heart rate sensor which was the only thing keeping me back from going full on Garmin in the past. The ability to now customize Fenix from your phone among many other new features, etc I think Garmin just hit it out of the park with the Fenix 7 series it’s seriously blowing me away how improved it is from the 6.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Great point, JB. Size certainly makes a difference with the HR accuracy. Thanks!

@GGGStalker 2 жыл бұрын

So the the heart rate is now ok? And you not getting 47 rate when you run? I have the fx5 and I’m extremely disappointed

@GGGStalker 2 жыл бұрын

@@DesFit I need the hr to be on spot

@ericsisk1 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison Des! 👏🏼🤙🏼

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric!

@aamirshek8323 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this informative video. Planning to buy garmin

@ArnoldTuinman 2 жыл бұрын

Another great one Des! Having owned both (and now on a Fenix 7s) for me the biggest take is battery life. Apple has made good improvements over the years but still it’s a big daily factor managing the battery. With a Fenix it’s just something you don’t need to worry about. For me that’s a big plus. (one less thing to worry about) If Apple comes with a “full week” battery Apple Watch with a 20ish hours of GPS life it might be a big shift for a group of people. Performance wise both watches will be perfect for the vast majority. Just my take…

@thepatternforms859 2 жыл бұрын

EPIX all the way! better looking watch with a screen that is 100X better which you will use every day. Battery is plenty big enough for 99.9999% of activity you will ever do. In outdoor direct sunlight the epix screen cant be beat

@jacquicleijne9525 2 жыл бұрын

A friend uses a battery pack on her hikes and she said it charges the iPhone 13 and the watch s7 whilst on a break. I like the Fenix 7s, so I’m deciding what might suit me for bushwalking for accuracy and maps etc., and general fitness. The batteries really do need improvement for the Apple watches.

@ChristianRunsNY 2 жыл бұрын

Tht's the way I feel about Apple too. Trying to use it for daily training, I've forgotten to chare enough many times. The Garmin watches just take all the stress of battery management away.

@rachel7550 Жыл бұрын

Yes, you don’t even have to use the Apple Watch and it’ll die in its own in 1-2 days. Just got the 7x and 7s (my wrists are tiny 7x was too big but ended up falling in love with big screen so going to keep anyways). Loving how you can see how many days of charge left you have and how the weather etc easily accessible by scrolling down

@thewebart 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this Des!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing!

@Geotubest 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. First time visitor. This was really helpful. Well presented.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Thanks!

@vothry 2 жыл бұрын

Was waiting for this one!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

🙌

@leoncaffa 2 жыл бұрын

I own an Apple Watch series 4 but the one thing that bothers me most is the fact that I need to charge it every single day. I am definitely in the market for a Fenix 7X

@sewnforsport 2 жыл бұрын

Dude… this was so informative and well-said. How did you remember it all!? 💚 Definitely feeling like an informed consumer.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad the information helped.

@photaiguy22 2 жыл бұрын

Really showing off that godly FTP number. Loved the video, thank you.

@ChitMaker 2 жыл бұрын

This was a cool video but I think it was really lacking in terms of in depth comparisons with HR charts or GPS maps which you did do in the last AW vs Fenix video

@ruggedindsoup2135 2 жыл бұрын

I had a Fenix 6 Titanium. I liked it a lot, especially the battery life. Problem was the uncomfortable fit. It just wasn’t as comfortable to wear all the time and it was just a little big as a daily wear watch. I tried the smaller model too, it was indeed smaller on my wrist but it was even less comfortable. That and the lack of cellular will keep me from getting another Garmin for now. Great video by the way! You have the best watch reviews.

@mytommy 2 жыл бұрын

"I tried the smaller model too, it was indeed smaller on my wrist but it was even less comfortable." ... how would the smaller watch be even less comfortable? One would think quite the opposite given the smaller size and weight. Please do let mek now as im interested in the smaller size fenix

@ameyasant5594 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Des, Venu 2 or Apple Watch 7 which one is good in performance for Strength Training especially Pushups, weight lifting?

@mtbkng8266 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, the problem with the apple watches is they don't pair up with bike computers like the wahoo element or the garmin series, wish I wold of known that before I purchased my apple 7 last year....

@thani7963 2 жыл бұрын

Thinners big screen will do great on the fenix/Epix. Great reviews as always.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@thewildman4300 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Which are you wearing? Currently have the epix 2 but am eyeballing the 7x… like the flashlight feature….

@birdmann128 2 жыл бұрын

Iam switching to a garmin epix 2 from apple. My decision came down to battery life and the watch geared more to sports fitness. I used to wear the first epix and I remember enjoying the statistics.

@philippecapraro5766 2 жыл бұрын

Always Great video

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@mortenvinther8940 2 жыл бұрын

I Think the ecg function on apple watches is a cool touch- but Garmin is just top notch, if you really want that sweet detailed health and fitness stats.

@jovontowns591 2 жыл бұрын

Well, that was crazy informative. ❤️

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@flyingelbowdrop 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been an Apple Watch user for a while, mainly for fitness and health tracking. The Epix / Fenix are totally overkill for my style of training, BUT the Epix is really stunning. I’ll probably give it a try. Thanks for your really helpful videos.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing! Thanks!

@rabomarc 2 жыл бұрын

The Venu 2 Plus might be even better for you if you consider the Epix to be an overkill.

@thepatternforms859 2 жыл бұрын

@JohnDoe-yo2us 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. My apple watch 6 died within 18 months because of salt water damage during swimming. It’s a fancy watch but damage occurs quick and loses its water resistance very fast. ( design of a glass on top of the watch) Not durable enough for me.

@bitranavi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the really overall difference review.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 👍

@dbg4651 2 жыл бұрын

Really very good comprehensive review. Great job. I've owned several Apple watches in the past and currently own a Fenix 6. One thing I seldom hear mentioned is the Golf feature cooked into the Garmin watches. My Fenix 6 has over 40,000 golf courses pre-loaded onto the watch. It shows the hole layout, shot distance to greens and hazards, moves automatically hole to hole and allows you to keep score. Basically all the functions of a stand alone golf watch which would cost $200 plus. The Apple watch does not have those features baked in. True you can get 3rd party apps that act like golf watches but that's a separate app you need to install and also need to have your phone with you to work properly. So for me that's a big plus for Garmin over Apple. I'm sure other golfers would agree.

@ZeRo-22- 2 жыл бұрын

This is a big one for me too!

@tonyfrese287 2 жыл бұрын

This is my dilemma. Apple Watch I can use 18 birdies which I love but the Garmin watches are designed specifically for my golf and tracking but also have to rely on garmin app for tracking

@nickc3864 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as always. I had an Apple Watch 5 and returned it for a Forerunner 245, due to constantly having to charge it for long periods of time... re the Garmin I've liked it so far - but the sleep is lacking, it doesn't have the sleep score that you mentioned that the newer Garmin watches have, and has pretty poorly detected when I'm sleeping/awake (not the biggest issue, I've overall been happy). But I did miss the smartwatch features of the Apple (haptic maps navigation was a plus), and the quick charge you mentioned might bring me back - it seems that a charge during a daily shower might just be enough...

@vladimirmel85 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Des✋ Does Epix 2 have light sensor for automatic correction screen as in Apple Watch?

@Speed_-vt7iq 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job, thanks!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jacquicleijne9525 2 жыл бұрын

I’m buying my first smart watch soon and I enjoy bushwalking here in Tasmania. The Apple Watch ⌚️ seems good overall for my needs although I’m concerned with battery life on a hike. The other question is accuracy on a hike. Would the Garmin Fenix 7s or Epix be better for this purpose? It’d be good to have maps of the trail I’m on and accurate GPS. Is cellular necessary too, for all the Apple watches features to work? Finding it difficult to know which watch will suit my needs. General fitness, walking and hiking. Thanks. 😊

@nik9401 2 жыл бұрын

Brillant comparison! Still happy with my FR 945 tough:).

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Great watch! Thanks!

@mridhulsivadas 2 жыл бұрын

Great work!! Appreciation from India

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@BillDemos 2 жыл бұрын

I got the Apple Series 7 just a few months ago. I didn't get it because I wanted a watch to tell me when to go to the toilet or if I am running or how my ECG would be. I know many people love these features, but didn't do anything for me. Thank goodness, wrestling so many years, I never needed a gadget to tell me what to do. HOWEVER, what got me with this watch is we can FINALLY be like in the 80's and not have to CARRY any phone, especially in the summer. Just your shorts and your watch. Best regards, nice video. p.s. As an engineer, and knowing an OLED screen is so much better at lower consumption and therefore, with careful engineering choices you can have it always on, I could not "unseen" that apple had done it (always on). It is a pity they haven't also included a multi-tandem high performance solar cell with the watch.

@GQBouncer 2 жыл бұрын

Great review!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kubasamanda3305 2 жыл бұрын

Good review 👍 good work!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kuba!

@jasonfarrell5857 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, cool video do you know if Garmin watches can pair with Myzone heart monitor?

@4tCa4mzUPqRZZo 2 жыл бұрын

So loving my apple watch 7. But hate how the watch vibrates every time you run a mile. Have you found a way for it not to vibrate with every mile run?

@warrenmiconi8141 Жыл бұрын

If i am low on power do I charge the phone or the watch?

@teslarossa2896 2 жыл бұрын

is there an comparsion (apple vs. garmin) with komoot possible (special the hiking function, maps view, navigation) thanks from germany! Chris

@Mateusz-jl1sv 2 жыл бұрын

What apps do you guys use for emtb?

@herefobeer Жыл бұрын

Is 16GB enough? I don't mind downloading specific maps for the location I'm visiting. Also, does the gorilla glass scratch easy? Getting a great deal on 7 but not sure if it will be a worse deal long term.

@xDarzalas 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MarkGreaves007 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Des. Have you scratched that fenix 7S already!! Hardcore man. 🤣

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

🤷‍♂️😂 Thanks Mark!

@MrSteve-hy9yo 2 жыл бұрын

I am in the market for a new running watch and thanks to your video you convinced me with your detailed specs and explanation of each watch. I am surprised that the series 7 has stepped up in terms of a sports watch. However the new fenix 7x solar is the clear winner here. Coming from someone who runs at night (ultras), that additional flashlight does come handy. And the fact that is has so many sports option is why garmin is the winner.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

I love that flashlight too!

@pollenhaze8239 Жыл бұрын

The series 7 actually does support 3rd party watch faces that are fully customizable with apps like Clockology and WatchOS 9 will bring a Triathlon mode for the workout app.

@1signortiz676 2 жыл бұрын

It all comes down to battery life, i have a fenix6xpro solar lasts for weeks, when my son goes camping or fitness hiking he ditches his apple watch and takes my 6xpro Mydaughter camps up in the sierras alot loves the fenix I bought her plus the garmins always show location of wearer when their in the wild. Im definitley moving up to the Fenix 7 sapphire!

@henrikandreason7261 2 жыл бұрын

When the time comes and the money allows it, I will get the garmin 7 solar saphire. My main uses of deep hiking , camping and climping with good gps and altitude tracking and an enormous batterylife makes the garmin a no brainer for me.

@paolomanzo2007 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. I will wait for the Garmin 9xx with AMOLED display, and I will buy it immediately!

@germaninvasion121 2 жыл бұрын

See you in 2034 then 😂

@paolomanzo2007 2 жыл бұрын

@@germaninvasion121 haha I am happy with my 310xt then 😂

@germaninvasion121 2 жыл бұрын

@@paolomanzo2007 All i ever wanted is a fenix w a touchscreen lol only after 5 years we got one. I’ll take what I can get haha I’m sick and tired of charging my Apple Watch every day🤦🏻‍♂️

@puja1985 2 жыл бұрын

9:31 garmin definitely the winner for the 24/7 heartrate tracking frequency which added more accuracy for the health algorithm calculations.

@StephenAndrichuk 2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same when smartphones got flashlights, but even to this day, the flashlight on my phone is my favourite feature.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

I seriously love the flashlight on the 7X 👍

@Txcowboy80 2 жыл бұрын

Garmin should include a cellular option in the future and it would kill Apple Watch sales.

@Emblba 2 жыл бұрын

Well explained, Garmin must have watches

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Rich-zb7vc 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a dedicated apple watch video? Let expand on what i mean- I was a dedicated Fenix 6x pro user (skate ski, run, mtn bike, crossfit, former ironman), but could not sleep with it due to form (its a brick on your wrist). So when the Epix came out i actually realized I wanted the richer experience 24hrs a day. I'm looking for instruction on how to cobble the series 7 into a Whoop/Garmin device. It has the same hardware, give or take, so what apps add better HRV, sleep stages, etc., and is the Health app the best place for it all to reside? thanks, love your channel

@konradandrzejewski6280 2 жыл бұрын

hi. Are garmin watches well mobile with google apps?

@sivicc528 2 жыл бұрын

something to note is that if you lose your apple wathc it is easy to locate it, something that garmin cannot, unless it is close to the cell phone

@albertramazanov8485 2 жыл бұрын

Oooh nice watch. I want to buy in )

@royalcanadianbearforce9841 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Everyone! Im currently looking to swap from my old moto 360 2nd gen to a new android exclusive watch. I get that the pricetag is massive, but im genuinely curious to hear if people think its worth upgrading if you have a significantly older watch. This poor old moto only holds charge for about 30 minutes these days. Wish I could just swap the battery but I cant source it. Much love from Canada, great review!

@betoinbeta 2 жыл бұрын

Ive had both a Garmin watch and an Apple Watch. I ended up using the Apple Watch more due to the tight integration with the messaging and auto reply feature, the running features weren’t as robust as Garmin but for daily runs up to about 15 miles the watch battery keeps up. Any more distance and I’d consider something with a better battery. The main drawback to the Apple Watch for running has been interval workouts, that’s where any other Watch outperforms due to the more tactile button experience. However, I’ve continued to keep the Apple Watch because of my experience with the Apple Fitness + service, being able to vary my workouts and follow along has been the new killer feature which has prevented me from going back to my old Garmin or getting a new Garmin.

@wngmv 2 жыл бұрын

All of those features are available on Garmin. And Garmin has much better gps accuracy. I ran a half marathon with a friend, he has an apple watch and I have a Garmin 245 (much cheaper watch). He ended up logging more than 14.5 miles for a 13.1 run, and I got 13.3. A 10% difference is very significant when you run more than 10 miles.

@muhaiminaizatjr8004 2 жыл бұрын

Garmin has a garmin coach.. its same with apple fitness

@z3ro7o 2 жыл бұрын

@@muhaiminaizatjr8004 not even close lol.

@dr.eldontyrell-rosen926 Жыл бұрын

I tried using HRM straps with this Apple seriesbut it kept disconnecting and using its built-in OHR.

@trailzrock2 2 жыл бұрын

The Felix 7 and the epix gen 2 are targeting a totally different audience than the Apple Watch. The Apple Watch wants to appeal to every iPhone user and its a great smartwatch. But if you are an endurance athlete with even a little interest in digging into your body’s physiology, you’ll have no choice but to got with the Fenix 7 or the Epix. There’s just no comparison. There’s a reason why garmin suunto polar and now Coros rule the endurance sports.

@MB-wh1il 2 жыл бұрын

Hi from France, it would be wise to activate the subtitles 😉

@rabomarc 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! I guess if there were Epix 2S, it would be an instant replacement for my aging Fenix 5S. I'll be happy to see the Epix line expanding in the future.

@kristyjohnson6504 2 жыл бұрын

I’m hoping that and Epix 2S makes an appearance. I’m an Apple Watch user but looking to make the switch. But need a smaller version.

@hankwang2412 2 жыл бұрын

Request to add Suunto 9 Peak to comparison ; )

@highlanderes 2 жыл бұрын

I use Apple watch S6 cellular, often standalone, on a daily basis and it is ok. But just an active day at a beach (standalone), walking to and from the beach a couple of times, swimming 4 times for 20 minutes, the battery is empty early evening. So considering changing.

@fitdude 2 жыл бұрын

Loved your last comment that there is no “best” watch out there…I’m leaning toward Apple Watch is best for me despite the battery life and apps struggle. Thanks for the thorough comparison!!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing! Thanks!

@hidevars2213 2 жыл бұрын

When you see how bad are fenix and epix sleep, Heart rate mesure... i dont know anymore if it worth the price even if it give you a massive battery life. What the point of not having to recharge a smartwatch whitch isnt smart at all ?

@Laspatoadv 2 жыл бұрын

“An even more unfair comparison”. Love it.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

🙌

@MichaelLeopold1 Жыл бұрын

Informative

@DesFit Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@AlfuhPAD 2 жыл бұрын

I already have an Epix and don't have an iPhone. Not sure why I watched the whole video, but I'm here for it!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! Enjoy your Epix!

@Dwoollam 2 жыл бұрын

I have a forerunner 645 and would really like an epix. Mainly as it’s a little different with the amoled screen. My big worry is that I have had my 645 replaced 4 times in 4 years. It’s a lot to spend on a gadget that will eventually break and become an ornament.

@user-ny7hx6sp5i 2 жыл бұрын

Why exactly did you have to get 4 replacements? I had no issues with my Forerunner 945 which i bought 2 years ago.

@Dwoollam 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-ny7hx6sp5i the first one, two of the buttons stopped working. The 2nd ones altimeter broke and the third ones hr sensor was inaccurate. The one I have now works a treat. Sorry it was 3, not 4. Oddly I went for a venu 2 in the end. Love it.

@nfkb 2 жыл бұрын

Hi ! I train quite consistently but I have never seen 4000 of high aerobic training load !!! Impressive !!!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

It's all this darn testing ;)

@Tearstank 2 жыл бұрын

As a sports watch Garmin is outstanding and lightyears ahead of Apple, just look at even basic things like battery life,. Garmin does it again..

@os2171 2 жыл бұрын

I've been using the Apple Watch since 2017, I've owned the S2 and now S5... And I was absolutely sure I would never use a different computer other than Apple (after struggling with a horrible Tom Tom that broke after 3 months of use -no warranty-; and 15 years ago with a Toshiba running Windows... I lost my thesis dissertation, on the day of my MSc dissertation because it was running an Update you know the blue screen.... fortunately I got a copy on a flash drive... but I swore never to use a PC ever again...and I guess It applies to any other type of computer...including smartwatches)... but know the Garmin Fenix 7 or the Garmin Epix 2 are very tempting... If it wasn't for the App WorkOutDoors for Apple Watch I would be getting an Epix... the battery seems awesome and the looks and the construction... maybe I'll give it a try... unlike for any other computer (I won't switch from iPhone, iPad or Mac)... this is tempting.

@caesarroe1283 2 жыл бұрын

I want the Epix it's my dream watch 😍

@Nomad33fw58FS 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Fenix 5X Sapphire, anyone know of a place with the 6x on clearance?

@rokdvornik5130 2 жыл бұрын

You'te the man Des

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! 🙌

@mehdiz1052 2 жыл бұрын

I've been using Fenix watches for 6 years. My Fenix 3 lasted me for 5 years without a single glitch. At the end I was hoping it would break so I have an excuse to upgrade. But at the end it depends on the profile of the user. If an outdoorsy person, definitely for the Fenix.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

That’s great that your last watch lasted that long 👍 Enjoy your new watch!

@MIKEY1-1 2 жыл бұрын

I've a Vivoactive 4 which is a great watch for my training type though like you I wish it would break so to have an excuse to get a Fenix lol. Though I'd probably go for a 6 sapphire.

@final_mile_music9713 2 жыл бұрын

I used the Apple Watch for a while. It’s a great smartwatch. The best. But once I got serious about running I switched to garmin. I need physical buttons for intervals. And the Apple Watch flattered my pace by over reading distance. It was off by quite a long way over a marathon.

@trumptman 2 жыл бұрын

I think you should make a video or couple of videos detailing which apps or what sort of work an Apple Watch user would need to go through to make up the sort of functionality that the F7/Epix brings that the Apple Watch lacks in terms of sports watch. I'm not saying it is the right choice but Apple moves a lot of product, and also it should be noted that with the new Epix/F7, unless you want the slate steel silver bezel you have to spend an extra $100 which puts every option at more than double the price of the base series 7. So I suspect a lot of people are going to "try" to make it work since there is so much savings to be had. I currently own a Fenix 6 Pro. I really enjoy it but now occasionally use a hand me down Apple Watch from one of my adult children while at work since it can unlock my phone while wearing a mask. The biggest features that would have helped me decide to upgrade to a new Garmin involve being able to take calls or use voice assistant. Garmin has the tech but didn't roll it into the Epix/F7.

@erikdebeen5838 2 жыл бұрын

For running a stryd footpod is wonderful, I use my element Roam and powermeter in cycling and for in the gym I have Strong (app). So I do everything with and out of my watch or iphone. When cycling basically the element does the work but all will be synced to apple health & workouts. For hiking and maps I have komoot that also uploads to wahoo easily...

@midshipsport 2 жыл бұрын

What about the Garmin Approach S62 ? Does it have the heart ECG feature?

@DerekDeVille 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing

@VS9050909 2 жыл бұрын

Really awesome video my guy. I really appreciate all of the options you gave me in this video. My series 7 is on its way, but I am really thinking about get the epix Gen 2now though.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and enjoy whichever watch you end up with!

@giannis6552 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review. I have the apple watch 7, but I am considering buying the Fenix 7. I do quite a lot of running and swimming. Do you think I can use both and benefit from that?

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

The Fenix will provide substantially more training and feedback information in regards to sports but your Apple Watch is a great smartphone companion. Certainly benefits to both.

@DB-me3jt 2 жыл бұрын

Bought the AW7 should have bought the Fenix 7 or the Epix

@europaexplorer1 2 жыл бұрын

good video. I currently have vivoactive 3 (and am looking to upgrade to fenix 7 solar). i hope they can track indoor skiing too.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

It won’t track distance properly since it’s indoors but it should track the number of runs.

@amessad 2 жыл бұрын

I am an apple watch user and eventhough the Fenix/Epix are as mentioned below an overkill for me and for the kind of training I am doing still I want to wear something different occasionally and I will give Fenix a try since I already have a really good screen in my apple watch but the crazy battery life of fenix gives more freedom especially in terms of carrying chargers and cables during short vacations weekends etc...

@malcolmmoreno6265 2 жыл бұрын

This is what made me switch! I didn't want to have to take a charger specifically for my watch on work trips and vacation. It also just bugged the hell out of me that if I wanted to use the GPS feature for a weekend backpacking trip, I would get to use the watch on the way out, and then it would die. Fenix / Epix are more expensive, but totally worth it for the peace of mind and convenience.

@frankdavis230 2 жыл бұрын

I had many many Garmin Fenix watches..... but the platform sucks! Did an update, and crashed my watch Fenix watch.. Had enough last year and my apple watch is doing just fine!

@oscargine9384 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Congrats for the video. I have three doubts regarding the Fenix 7: 1) Regarding visibility through the screen, how does it affect whether the screen is standard, solar or solar sapphire? Are there differences in terms of visibility, and if so, which one is the most easily readable? 2) Also regarding the screens, is the standard Gorilla Glass DX screen really much easier to scratch compared to the sapphire? In your opinion, does the difference in hardness of the screen justify the change to the sapphire model? and 3) Regarding solar charging, the fact that the battery is being recharged much more frequently without necessarily being low on charge, can this affect the useful life of the battery compared to one without solar charging? Thanks a lot.

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

No noticeable difference with clarity. I’ve scratched non sapphire lenses before but those were on somewhat severe MTB crashes. I haven’t seen any additional decline in battery life on a Fenix 6 Pro Solar vs a 6 sapphire. Hope that helps. Thanks!

@oscargine9384 2 жыл бұрын

@@DesFit That helps. Thanks a lot.

@K0nst4nt1n96 Жыл бұрын

What about paying with the watch? This is one of the most used features for me.

@neilbutler-wasabirc8941 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought an Epix!

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Boom!

@AngryTomTom 2 жыл бұрын

well Garmin fenix epix is more useful for offroad adventurer where signal is off grid. so even iphone and samsung watch is not even close in terms of off grid signal since they dont have offline maps

@yaserghabour8336 Жыл бұрын

I had fenix 6x saphire and I like it very much except for it is not possible to connect its heart rate even with external heart rate to any treadmill machine and I do not know why!!!!!?

@nickgreen6654 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Des I had a question on the Fenix 7. I’ve had Apple watches since 1st gen and very familiar with them. Looking to change things up and get the fenix 7 however one thing I’m interested in that I can’t seem to find anyone talk about is how you receive notifications from the watch. With Apple watches I’m used to chimes/vibrations, or even with my whoop the haptic alarm. Does the fenix 7 have a similar system with vibrations or is it only sound notifications? Any help on this issue would be great. Thanks

@DesFit 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, they can provide vibrations for alerts

@Kristjanrohtla 2 жыл бұрын

@@DesFit could you please give any details on how the vibration feels on the fenix compared to apple watch? Namely is the fenix’s vibration nearly silent but easy to feel or does it make a buzzing sound whilst vibrating? What I love mosg about my aging apple watch 3 is the vibration alarm that is silent for everybody else but clear to me. Thanks!