I only wish I had a way to get you to 1 million subscribers today. Cant wait for your full reviews of all the devices, and we truly appreciate all your effort and expense. You're the only reviewer i truly trust. Thank you!

The best 12 mins spent. Great review. Precise with great content. Just the right amount of information. Thank you for sharing the map views. Appreciate it!

I like how detailed you are while keeping it interesting and moving at a solid pace. Nice work.

Ordered one yesterday as an early BD gift for me, can't wait. So many menus! Nerd likes.

I'm still wearing my Garmin 3 as I watch this video!

I just bought my 6 Sapphire almost two weeks ago on 1st June 2020 and I can't tell how amazed I am about it! It has lots and lots of options and with the Garmin Connect + Connect IQ there is tons of information and options! To mention the weight of the watch, I also don't find it too heavy (that was my concern before when I was checking out), but with weight of 82 grams doesn't disturb me at all, so I am very happy about it! Overall, I can only advise anyone to buy it! Since 2014 I was using the Garmin Triathlon model 910XT and ran about 8000km with it, biking, swimming and other stuff and it still works fine, so I can say that I consider Garmin as a very quality product! Thanks for a nice review and keep up the good work!

Out of all the tech/smartwatch reviewers, you are the one I trust the most, and the best reviewer. Can't believe you don't have more subscriber.

I just got mine, I like how you could change the background face to anything you want through the ConnectIQ

Great video. It's nice that you actually use the device so you can give your first hand experience and opinions

Hey man; I’m putting together a short, informal huddle with my coworkers at REI about our fitness watches and your videos have been wonderfully informative. I’m definitely pointing any interested coworkers towards your channel. I appreciate what you’re doing. Keep fighting the good fight :)

Nice lamp shade🚴🏼‍♂️🤣

Awesome video, super informative! I'm sporting a Fenix 5S right now; I really hope Garmin will update the watch software so that Fenix 5 series will have the battery saving modes too.

Excited for you full review of this coming out in the next couple of weeks! 👏👍

Finally, after weeks of looking around, I've got a good eBay offer for the Fenix 6 Sapphire at $480. Can't wait to get it. Thanks for all your videos, they really helped a lot

Great video - just what I have been waiting for. Just ordered this model and can’t wait until it’s in stock and ready to be picked up.

I’ve got the Fēnix 5X plus right now, I’m looking at all of the reviews to see if it’s worth upgrading right now...but that larger screen is certainly tempting. Thanks for all your reviews.

Des, you da man. Thanks - your videos are always very informative!

If there was a way for Garmin to consider adding a touchscreen without sacrifice to the fully durable watch, that would be amazing imo. Being able to use the pushers is great... but implementing a touch screen definitely makes it faster. In the event where sweating may possibly be an issue on input people can always use the pushers for function.

Just ordered my fenix 6 sapphire on Amazon. Can't wait.

The Solar is going to be 🔥

Awesome job as always mate.👌👏

Fab! Just found you and i'm really valuing your reviews! Thank you!

This was the best review on the Fenix 6 yet, I am definitely subscribing, thank you for the in depth View of all the applications it gave me an idea of how the Fenix 6 is different from the Fenix 5. Once again, thank you!

Hey Des can you do a comparison with the 5+

unbiased unboxing, refreshing

You're reviews are a Godsend of information. Thanks

It's interesting that just yesterday the MARQ series get system update and have the same futures. (Of course no solar power appear ;D ) Still cool the system update come so soon after presenting Felix 6.

Straight to the point review 👍🏾

Great presentation! Many thanks!

Thanks, this was really helpful. It would be nice to have a quick overview of what the buttons do and which ones you are pressing - for newbies to Garmin / don't have one.

If you look at the back of the Fenix 6 Sapphire box (like at 1:38), why does it show the case size as 46mm when the Garmin web site says the Fenix 6 Sapphire is 47mm? Which is accurate?

Great review as always. I have just placed an order for Garmin 6. Sapphire because it is half price deal at the moment in Australia.

Awesome video. Thanks for the side by side comparo, what I needed to see. Hope you can do another one with the X models

Very informative review. Keep it up!

cannot wait for the 6X pro ... wanna see if that big screen really makes a difference

Its pretty frustrating how Garmin hold back software features just to make you pay more money. An example is this watch, an already very expensive watch, can only show 6 data fields in activities but the 6X Pro and 6X Pro Solar can show 8. Correct me if I'm wrong but the screen is the same size and it runs the same software. Is there any reason why this couldn't show 8 data fields? I bought the 6S base model because it was $400 NZD off at a local shop and I'm stoked with it but I find it kind of insulting that they only give you 2 pretty lame watch faces to chose from in a watch that normally retails at $1099 NZD. Don't get me wrong, I like the watch but I think its very expensive if you pay full price and considering the base model only has 3Mb of storage space, 2 pretty lackluster watch faces, no maps, no music storage etc. It seems like a bit of a price gouge. Can someone explain to me why Garmin watches are so expensive? An apple watch series 6 is $350 NZD cheaper and has 32gb of internal storage, a waaaaay more powerful CPU, can do hands free siri, has a much more attractive OLED display etc. The only downside is battery life and I suppose the Garmin watches are more accurate with GPS? Is that why they're so expensive? Honestly, if someone could enlighten me I would be appreciative.

Good video. Interested in the GPS and mountaineering type features for things like camping, hiking, etc... Appreciate your insight and experience.

Good review thanks mate

awesome review, subscribed

Whatever happened to the long term review video? I can't seem to find it, and yours are always a go to since you do MTB and strength training.

Another reviewer found what i think it a huge game changer when choosing between pro and sapphire and I’m curious if others are able to replicate his findings? When using the backlight in a dark environment (night time) on the pro vs sapphire, the difference is almost as big as between LCD and Oled screens. The pro is totally washed out with the familiar blue hue from past fénix watches while he sapphire has has very deep, almost Oled quality blacks,.

Looking to upgrade from my Suunto Ambit 3 Peak. Would you recommend this Fenix model as an upgrade?

Hi @desfit, does the backlight look full black with the sapphire crystal? Great video btw!!!

Please do a review of the F6, I want to see how well it performs in terms of weightlifting use!

Awesome review! I always look for accurate-objective reviews before acquiring something. I hope you get more views in the future... sincerely, a fit geek!

I went from a 5x sapphire to a 6x sapphire. The screen is much larger, and a big upgrade. Every smartwatch maker should really look at Garmin as the market leader. Their watches look like watches and the charging with GPS turned off is infrequent enough (4-6 weeks) that a Garmin watch really has no downsides/compromises vs. a traditional watch, and gives you notifications that make it worth wearing in today's smartphone era.

Hello, I am looking for a wearable that cant be used during weightlifting not in terms if reps and sets but more about tracking heart rate and burning calories, can the fenix 6 do that? Thanks

A like? I wish I can give you a ton of them. Thank you for your videos!

Hey, I've left a comment/question before and really appreciated the feedback! I'm a runner who's gotten back in better shape the past few months as well as started assistant coaching XC and Distance Track at my alma mater. Since getting back into the groove of everything, I've had the idea to start a run club/group in my city. So my questions(finally lol) are do you have any suggestions or ideas on how I should go about starting one? As well as if I do start getting numbers, what would be a nice, basic, affordable watch I could reccomend to some newer runners that would be the biggest help for them? Love the page and videos and would very much appreciate any feedback you could offer! :)

Can this watch be used to control music playing from my phone over bluetooth? That's would be more useful for me than playing from the watch itself as well as way easier on the watch battery.

Thumbs up 👍

I like the design of the fenix 6 more then the 7... If the 6 would have a touchscreen I would prefer it over the 7

I subscribed to you! Nice Videos! Watching this with my Garmin Marq Athlete on my wrist ☺️

best settings for a zumba class workout, I am not sure which to use? Any offer ideas, please?

Good Video

Nice one. Thanks for the review👍 Do you know how is that Dlc Bezel doing after a longer period of time? In terms of scratches and so on? The titanium bezel of my Fenix 5 plus was very very scratch sensitive.

Thanks for video

Case size is listed on the box as 46mm yet the website says 47mm is that right ?

On these new top/bottom fields on the 6 screen layout where we can now see the heart rate zones, does it work for power zone as well?

Thanks for the video, could you confirm whether the Garmin apps properly sync to Apple Activity and Health apps. I’m looking to switch from iWatch but use iPhone. Research suggests they don’t interstate very well!

Hey, Des, quick question for you, I have the 6x pro solar and had 5x plus before and like everybody else love to see all the stats like vo2 max and pulseox, now also respirations etc, but I’m contemplating getting Instinct tactical for work and deployments as a second watch as it’s more durable and I wouldn’t have to worry about scratching it. My only concern is the fact that it’s missing both things mentioned above, I feel like I’d miss them lol do you think vo2 max and pulseox are a huge impact on stats or what is your opinion on my situation? Thank you.

If they could incorporate solar panel too, that would be great!

How could I use this watch cycling on “known” paved trails? Also, is there a way to get a cadence readout? I f I wanted to explore new areas, would this watch give me cycling specific maps, routes? Will it automatically know what my best heart rates should be depending on my cycling goals, i.e. weight loss, or, power improvement? Thank you in advance, this would be my first purchase of watch like this. I’m back into cycling head on after a five year hiatus. I need all the help I can get to get back in shape. Very nice review, I just need a little more in-depth information to convince myself that this might be a good tool to add.

Need to know more on the dog track can you help me out?

thank you

Is it somehow possible to get that first Fenix 6 stock watchface on a FR 935?

Which of the Firstbeat fitness features are actually useful? Which do you use regularly? I'm getting FOMO while considering having the vivoactive 4 over the fenix

7x sapphire solar Touchscreen the best in market

Was looking at getting the forerunner 245 now very tempted to get the Fenix 6s, any chance of an unboxing and advise please Des ?

Thanks for the review! I would like to ask you two questions. 1. Is the Fenix 6 PRO Sapphire's display more scratch resistant than the Fenix 6 Power Glass? If so is this a significant difference? 2. Is the sapphire display a bit darker compared to Power Glass or normal glass? Many thanks for your anwer. best, Juraj

$700 - $800 for that bit of information is crazy. I'll just get a wrist strap for my Garmin 830.

RAY’S GOT SOME COMPETITION

You think it’s worth upgrading from Fenix 5. I was interested in the addition of accident detection and a few other features mine currently does not have. I MTB and accident notifications are relevant. Thanks

Can't wait to get it! But I just wanted to ask: Do you think it's safe to buy it as soon as they release it (it's not released in my country yet) or should I wait some time? I'm worried about some possible problems with it since it is brand new.

Great review on this product. Im seriously thinking of buying this watch. U mostly do cycling and hill walking. One thing I would like to know is can you link the Garmin speed and cadence sensors to the watch?

hi Des, whats the name of the watch face on your 5 Plus

Nice little update, but not a great deal from a Fenix 5. I'll wait to the 7 or 8 for a more substantial upgrade.

Even though the battery should last at least a decade, can you get it replaced when it does eventually die?

any word on how strong the solar screen is? I'm wanting the solar, but i'm afraid to give up my Saphire glass. what do you think?

Does the watch show the distance from an indoor activity (cross trainer or indoor bike) when you manually enter it in the app after the activity?

Good video!👍👍👍 Fenix 6 serie is best watch serie what I know. Everything is good all so better than the Vivoactive 3. I think Fenix 6 Shapphire is my nexts watch. But I am 14 years old and I want to buy the Fenix series watch😆😆😆 OMG

Hey Des I’m a big fan of the channel, thanks for all the great information you provide. I had a question, I’ve been considering a Fenix 6 Sapphire for a long time but am now considering maybe the 945 instead. I mainly run roads and a little trail running, and road bike. Occasionally hiking while camping. The Apple Watch isn’t quite getting the job done especially on camping trips. If you could only get one for all activity and all day wear(including business attire) which one would you recommend? Thanks

Will u review polar ignite addressing daily calorie burn overestimation?

Great video! Is the HR sensor updated? I would assume so as the one in Fenix 5 is pretty old now. Would love to hear your comments on the HR accuracy compared to the Fenix 5 😊

Hey, thanks for this. What is the watchface on Fenix5plus watches at 2:42, please?

Hi Guys and proud owners :) May I ask where Garmin Fenix 6 are made? Thank You. Petr

Have you noticed any difference in back lit display quality? I took a look thru the Garmin forums and I see people reporting blue screens or washed out blacks.

I had this but I prefer touch.. Too many buttons u get lost which is up and down also brightness is pretty dim

Is there any way to go from one activity to the next without having to stop and start? E.g. when I go to the gym I use the rower for 5-10mins to warm up, then weights/strength training and then stretches. On my old Apple watch I could just hit the "+" button to go onto the next activity without stopping but I cant see an option to do that on this watch (I have the Fenix 6s). Any help would be appreciated.

Any idea the scratch resistance of the sapphire vs gorilla glass that is in the solar versions? I'm thinking about getting a 6x plus solar titanium and was wondering about the scratch resistance of the gorilla glass. Also, any idea if a screen protector would interfere with the solar capabilities of the glass? Thanks in advance!

any clue why mine isnt showing altitude or heat acclimation under training status? also dont have the ability to add widgets such as dog track, inreach or xero? thanks

I have just bought de Garmin fenix 6 sapphire and still can not find the sleeping tracking, which is very important to me. I considered a fact that the sleeping monitor was in the watch, being a very expensive item, and I haven’t been able to find it so far… I would appreciate your help a lot.

THE FENIX 6X Sapphire when turn on the backlight does it have blue tint issue? And for kick boxing which setting workout i can use?

What's that sunrise sunset widget is that exclusive to this watch or from the Iq app?

Hi, just wondering about the Indoor Track mode if it can be used for condominium carpark running? I was using the regular Run Mode with gps and the map didn't look right. I guess no gps in carpark but just gonna try Indoor Track mode if it works ok.

As always, awesome “unboxing” review! Is the wrist heart rate monitor accurate “enough” or do you recommend to buy the chest monitor as well. I will be using it mainly for Hiking and HIIT. Thanks!

Does training load work for indoor running/cycling? I think a F5 I had did not give me this data for indoor workouts.

Wish I could find one of those new Fenix 6 bands for my 5X

Is the HR monitor accurately while swimming in the water?

Great