Not much new in this one but answering the questions I keep getting about whether I am happy with my choice - anyone got the 7X and feel the same? Or any skinny latte drinkers out there with an Epix they are loving? 🤣

Love the fact you answered the Question straight away. Still watched the full video 👍🏻 keep it up

I really appreciate your no BS approach to letting us know what is what. Very helpful, and entertaining of course!

Mark - this is an awesome video. You are so spot on with your honesty and simplicity with breaking down points and features - what is useful and what is not really. Love love love the humor w straight forward thoughts. And totally with you on jacking up all of the features to get the best, brightest features even if you have to charge ever so slightly more often. Great video all around. Loved the BMW comparison.

So many people worried about upgrading and here I am still sporting the 5X saphire and original Instinct. They do everything I need as a cycler and hiker. Great video and lots of useful information.

Thank you very much. You gave a very well-structured overview of the three watches and always said what YOUR priority is in each point. It was very objective and I didn't have the feeling that it was advertising. I liked it very much.

LOVE THE FACT THAT HE GETS RIGHT INTO IT - NO BS - DIRECT AND STRAIGHTFORWARD

One of the most perfect PRACTICAL reviews I've seen. Kudos!

Thanks for the review. You answered the question I most needed, the swipe map feature is exactly what I need coming from a world without this ie., no 6X. Going to go ahead and upgrade at next watch purchase and spend the money for the 7X. Very useful info and loved that you came back months later to answer the questions you are asked. Same thing we all wrestle with.......was it worth it or not! Thanks again, and NO - don't sell the kids, but good luck with the watch

brilliant. answered all the questions i had without the fluff. i just subscribed.

Great vid. Love the humour. Love the real life experience sharing. Keep it up!

Hi from Belize. Love your videos. Thank you very much. I am medium to small built but got myself the 6x in part due to Arnold in your video.

Great honest video Mark, love it, nearly as much as the t shirt. Currently have the 6 sapphire, think I can wait until the 7 is in the sale. Keep the videos coming

Nice practical videos, great sense of humour. Like it.

The 7 is so much more responsive than the 6. I use garmin for many years but I really enjoy the touchscreen for non-activities. More than I‘d have thought. And I have to say that my first thought when I took the 7 out of the box was „wow it looks so much nicer“ and I felt the 6 immediately looked like some ancient tech. I like the new features and the small tweaks to common guy items makes usage way more convenient as well. All in all I love my F7X Solar. Just wish it would integrate better with iOS.

Great review and comparaison. So relevant. You won a new subscriber. Thanks for your work and warm hello from 🇮🇱

Always intelligent, concise reviews.

I upgraded from a Fenix 5 plus to a 7 recently and I am really happy with the upgrade, it’s an easier decision to move two models up than one. The addition of the Body Battery is a big improvement for me over the 5 plus. If I had the 6, I don’t think I could of justified it to my self (well to my wife really)

Thanks for honest and good review 👍

best reviews on the net! thanks for sorting it out Mark! il buy your 6s :D

Great review! Much appreciated.

Great review Mark, this has helped me decide on the upgrade. 👍

Very helpful video. Thanks!

All things considered, I’m surprised that Mark is so unconvinced about the upgrade to the 7X, the touchscreen is a revolution to the Garmin menu system.

I pulled the trigger on the f7x an switched from f5p. I am amazed and happy. Thanks for your review!

I'm a new sub and your quality is such that your channel is probably going to grow exponentially very soon!

Great update video. I do like the NATO Bond on the Arnie watch 😉🙌😎

Great video. Large reason I moved from all the amoled smartwatches I tried to the Fenix 5x was the screen visibility in bright sunlight... Can't beat the Fenix. Plus being the sapphire version I can drive a nail with the thing if I need to without damaging it.

Quality straight talking video that hits the nail on the head. Big price, small upgrades. I would of course love the 7 and would use the scrollable map function when trail running, but I got my Fenix 6 for 375 a year and a half ago and could sell it ( maybe ) for 200. Then to fork out the extra for the small improvements would hurt. Happy with the 6 so maybe will wait for the 8.

Brilliant content! Thanks, Subbed and liked.

Brilliant video. Thank you

I really enjoyed that review and found it useful. Now ordered a 7X

50k Congrats!

Great explanation. Thanks heaps.

Thank you for your review, Mark. I was looking into buying a Fenix and couldn't decide if I should go for v6 or v7. Since I will most likely never use maps, I ended up buying the much cheaper v6 Sapphire as it's 65% of the price of a new v7 Sapphire. Thanks again!

I love how you broke this down. I picked up the Fēnix 6 Pro 2 years ago from the basic 5. I loved the updates and based on this, I will save my money for the newest one when my 6 Pro kicks the bucket. Hopefully not for another two years.

Nice review! Thanks!

Best LED light demonstration I had see!

Nice video. Down to brass tacks, no fancy words, straight facts. Like your style.

Went from 5xplus to 7x and absolutely loved it especially the light. Sadly my Woodley parkrun gave me just over 5k and zero cadence and very low HR 😭 sent it back as it had a fault, staying with my rough and ready 5x. Great channel 👍

Really enjoy your channel mate, especially the pain cave reviews - keep it coming! Top work on cresting the 50k subscriber mountain! I expect your son is fairly quiet about the whole thing....

Top video ! Thanks, helped me a lot with my choice.

Agreed, I went from a 3Hr to a 6x Pro so will wait until the 9! Did wonder if your aggravation over course vs watch distance during ultras would be even worse with the more accurate 7 given it will be measuring you stepping off the course for a wee and milling around an aid station.

love the fenix 7, have the 7s and the battery life alone is worth the upgrade - wore the watch for 2 weeks straight without recharging

Excellent, informative review, thanks. For me personally the significantly increased battery life (with solar) is definitely worth it. YMMV of course.

Absolutely loved the intro 🤣

Great video…. love the t-shirt! 😎

Are you kidding? That LED light demo was the best part of this review. Carry on. 🤣

Very informative review

I bit the bullet and upgraded from the 6 to the 7x. Still waiting for it to arrive but the larger screen with solar and touch(which I want for maps), torch, plus sapphire over gorilla glass will make it seem like I'm getting something! I agree that it's not worth the price to upgrade when you look at it in terms of pure specs but the 7 pretty much solved all the minor gripes I had with the 6 so I should be happy with it and won't need another watch for its lifetime! Unless some new obscure sport gets invented which I suddenly get really into and only the 8 will track it 😂 Edit: this is the second video I've seen from you, both covering the fenix 7, and I've subbed for the straight talking and upfront opinions. Need more of this sort of stuff

mmm yes i like your quick summary at the start

Been thinking to upgrade my 6x to 7x solar, but after seeing your video. I made up my mind... Instead of trade in my 6x for newer version, i ended up with adding new instinct 2 solar in my collection.. sometimes it's good to have lighter and simple watch to wear during workout sessions

I’m still using my Suunto X6HR, bought in 2006 but think it’s time I upgraded as I’m on my last strap (can’t get them anymore) and it’s held together with superglue and electricians tape. I’ve got to admit it’s been faultless over all of those years and I’ve logged thousands of heart rate data but the 7X looks tempting.

Loved the part of the video when you turned the lights off to show the flash light .. 😄.. class... anyway I've got the fenix 5 with no issues, battery is fab, and does everything I need it to do... 🐎 ' for courses I suppose..👍

Great review.

I’ve been using the Fenix 3 for years. I decided to go for the 7x as I wanted HR and TBH I’ve been behind the versions for years so thought I’d I’m gonna keep this 5-6 years again I’ll go for the later sensor tech. But it was hard to turn down some of the 6 used options. Great video as always! Cheers

completely agree with you. the 7x Solar is a crazy cool device, but not worth the additional cost -from a normal perspective. But I would neveer go back and the LED is an unique selling point!

I have an Instinct now and want to upgrade to a 6x sapphire but the 7x solar sapphire is so awesome but also $400 more. I think it’s the 6x sapphire for me. Thx for the honest review. Subbed

I always choose the Garmin X model, I had a S version on Descent MK2 and GPS was slow. I also had the 6X but charging very week is a huge disadvantage. Thanks for the video, I will upgrade to the 7X solar.

Nice review -it's handy that you point out what to a lot of people out there would not be noticed.

Haha best ever review! Thanks for this! Very honest, somehow dark, but still good and fair review! I did end up buying it before watching the video anyway….

Good show mate. Cheers

Haha i love the light demo :) Happy with my 6 :)

You are so right Fenix 7x great watch, I have the Fenix 6 pro and Fenix 5x, had my 7x month too.

Fenix 5s upgrade to 6 Pro just ordered, thanks for all your info Mark. 5s lasted me 5 yrs but the battery was only last 36 hrs now, and the back light was kaput. Looking forward to the new one, and only £369 on amazon UK at the moment. A good £50 cheaper than a 945, and half the price of a 7. Bargain.

I upgraded to a fenix 7x Sapphire Solar from an Apple Watch v5 in a direct trade. I’m not sure how the other party got the fenix (gift, I think), but he lusted after the fruity product, so I gladly traded him. He’s happy, and I’m ecstatic! I absolutely love the fenix 7!

I just received a quatix 7X solar, there are many overlaps, feature wise. Some great tips, thanks!🤙🏼

Thank you for this! I used to have a Fenix 3 which I loved and was considering the 7 or Epix. I hadn’t appreciated though that the 7x is the same size as the old 3 and liked the size of that, I didn’t find it too big. Plus you’re right about how it looks, I want my device to look “Grrrrrr” even if I don’t 😆. So given that I liked the size of my old Fenix 3 I’ve ordered the 7x. I think the Epix would feel a bit small even if it has got the fancy screen.

This dude absolutely nailed this video.

superb video sir, hugely informative and the sort of honest, informed opinion that really makes a difference to 'undecideds' like moi... going from a cold start (never had a Garmin before), I've just decided I really could use one and have gone for a used 6X Pro that i can't wait to get my hands on! Yes, the 7 torch would be handy... but is it worth £700? nope.... I'll wait to the 8X/9X etc. and then think about it 👍

Love my Fenix 6 Pro going to hold on to it as long as possible

Seriously awesome comparison review. I stick with my 6 :) was trying to justify the spend, maybe in a year when prices drop I'll get the epix

Going from Fenix 5 to 7 solar is what I would do. Having maps for the bike will be handy with long rides coming up. Battery life will be a plus too, my 5 has been less impressive from about a year in but been stable since.

God I love your videos. I googled the Seiko immediately but seems to be going for around $1300 so no thanks. But love the spirit of your videos. It's clearly your point of view and I happen to align with it.

Now youve said it, I kind of agree. Ive wanted an AMOLED Fenix for the longest of time and still do but the price is crazy and I thought my 6X Pro was bad enough.

Thanks for the honest video. I stay with my Fenix 6X PRO Saphir, cuz i have everything i need and its amazing. I do a lot skitouring and i hate touch.

Gr8 feedback!

I was not a former Garmin watch owner... Personally, I do like the "prettier" screen of the Epix 2. I felt the battery life was more than enough for the activities I use the watch for... hiking and biking. The Epix typically lasts 7 days or more before I need a recharge, which is longer than I'm ever going to be out on the trail without a stop some place, where I could recharge if needed. The watch really looks good, love the screen!!

I’m usually comfortable with the 42mm frame, so I went for the 7s. I would go for the Epix if it came with the 42mm frame, hoping Garmin comes up with that in the near future.

"Bearing in mind, 'Im not your mum, so make your own mind up"'.." love this quote. Instant subscribe.

Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar 👌🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 love it so much. Awesome watch I will have for long long time 💪🏻

Just recently switched from Polar to Garmin and wasn’t sure what to get finally settled in and got the 6X and very happy with my choice especially after this video! To me Garmin is far better then my old watch and the 6X sapphire is kinda the best of both worlds as far as training and throw a nice band on it or leave it and still go out to a fancy place and still looks great! Thanks for the review!!🤙

that was the best demonstration for that 💀🤣

I love my fenix 5x plus. Does everything I need. Waiting for fenix 10x

I bought a 6X Pro a month ago and am in love with it. I like all the workout and body/sleep stats, it's super rugged, just a great companion.

There is a torch feature on the Garmin Phoenix 6 you make display bright white - very useful. I think the only real advantage of the 7 over the 6 is the ability to pan and zoom the maps. I just bought the Garmin titanium metal bracelet for my Garmin Phoenix 6. A huge improvement on the rubber strap for comfort and looks brilliant.

The cheap Amazon straps brazenly even use the Garmin logo. Love them!

Got the Fenix 6s coming from a Apple Watch loving it so far!

I have had my Fenix 7 for two weeks now. I have only ever had the Samsung gear watched before, I was initially unhappy with the display as the Samsung is amazing, I m now used to it and starting to really love it. the Battery is amazing, although I am only getting about a week in between the charges. kind of wish I'd gone for the 7X but its still an amazing watch. The Garmin is far superior to Samsung when it comes to the activities.

Great video as always dude

Interesting video. FYI, I believe the watch Arnold is wearing was tagged the Commando and it was the first watch with both analog and digital time. Very unusual watch for it's time and I still have mine and it works like new. Appreciate the video. I usually wear a Garmin Tactix Bravo when I'm out hiking but I've been on the fence in regards to upgrading to the 7X Sapphire. I like the screen, battery life, colors, etc., but that price is darn painful.

Important note on the heart-rate monitor! There is just one thing to add to Marks great video which is probably petty to most, but essential to me. This is the first Fenix (from what I know) that has the heartrate monitor embedded into a slightly raised element within the chassis. That way the recording (this is when the lights are constantly flashing for a short period of time) is less visible (if at all) as the monitor sits closer to your hand. As I wear the Fenix devices for years day and night, the light that escapes during the day would obviously not bother me but it happend frequently that I woke up from my Fenix 6Pro especially when having my hand close to my face.

love this guy's love of Arnold

Thank you for demonstrating the flashlight. I was wondering if it was usefull. As a volunteer firefighter I usually get out of the bedroom at night in full darkness, so I don't disturb the house. Now I can do it with the light of my watch. You convinced me :-)

Recently recommended your channel and I’m really enjoying your content. Informative, witty and aspirational, keep it up! Have you ever tried a Stryd running power meter? Would love to see your take on it.

Think I’m going with the latte drinker special after looking at the much better map reading detail over the 7. 64 colors can’t complete with 64K. Pass the latte. Excellent reviews. Thanks

My kids were only enough to get a used 6x sapphire, but I love it (coming from a 305 haha). If I was a better parent or had more kids, I'd have a 7x. I love how your videos make me laugh out loud. I have also never had kids - I was lying before.

Still rocking my VivoActive 3. I'm not the target audience for any Fenix device, but I really LOVE the way they look. I use machines and rarely, if ever, need GPS on my watch. Great video though. Enjoyed the discussion.

For those on a budget and want a running watch, look at the Garmin forerunner 45, I got one for Christmas and I love it to bits, I just use it for runing and does everything I need really

Thx for video. I’ll go pick the Epix 2