Garmin Forerunner 945 vs Epix!
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2 жыл бұрынToday we're comparing the Garmin Forerunner 945 and the new Garmin Epix Gen 2. What do you get when you spend $300 more on the new watch?
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@Nat-DAVID 2 жыл бұрын
Thx Matt for the comparaison
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Thanks for checking it out!
@TheDeterminedRunner 2 жыл бұрын
I'm loving my 945, loads of features I still haven't used yet! The Epix sounds great but I'll be sticking with my 945 👍
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Good call TDR! It really is a great watch. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. Also, keep posting great content on your channel! 👌
@ericgonzales3418 2 жыл бұрын
I’m also going with the 945 also he is right about accuracy being better then 945
@kithinders1086 2 жыл бұрын
The intro is GOLD! The lens on the Epix is YUUUUUUUUUGEEEE, or it looks huge on your appropriately sized wrists. You can flip, turn, and watch look? You've got skillllzzzzz. Quick name three things that weigh about 50 grams!!! I'm not sure I could finish an Iron Man in 30/36 hours..... For the Swim-drone shots, did you set yourself as the subject and leave the controller on the shore? That Stamina readings look really cool- do you feel it is remotely accurate, or a gimmick? Great work buddy! XOXO
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't done too much stamina testing. I need to do some long long rides as soon as my achilles gets better. For the swim shot, I actually had my 11 year old sit on the shore and video me. Maybe we'll have to break out some drones during Evan's wedding?
@christianherrera4422 2 жыл бұрын
I love both watches! They are so cool!
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Both good options! Hope all is well buddy 👍
@christianherrera4422 2 жыл бұрын
@@mlegrand all good in the east coast bro! Tomorrow is Friday! Enjoy 🏊♂️ 🚴 🏃♂️ and repeat 🙂
@Javiercav 2 жыл бұрын
I bought a 945 a few months ago and I’m really happy with it. I didn’t know that I will use so much the temperature sensor when doing openwater. Since I swim in winter without wetsuit and here the water temp is around 13°C now (56F) and will go to 9°C (48F) in a few months. I found the temperature sensor to be pretty accurate for water. The rest of the day is totally useless.
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah! I love the temperature sensor on this watch. I always try to report the local lake temperature to other swimmers. Such a nice feature. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
@bonn1771 2 жыл бұрын
great video as always Matt i am not sure which of the 3 watches (including fenix) i would do fenix 3 non hr is still living.. but back in the day $400 was for best garmin watch... now $1200... just insane
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
I know right? It'll be a big ask for Garmin to decrease prices while all of the inflation fears are running wild. We can hope. 🤞🏻 Keep cranking that Fenix 3. You're getting great value there.
@bonn1771 2 жыл бұрын
@@mlegrand i got it for a good deal from them ($100)... as i went thru 3X fenix2 so it was a great just wish it was hr but it is okay.
@bonn1771 2 жыл бұрын
@@mlegrand if my next watch last this long... i be glad to give $1000 for the best one
@CamObserver 2 жыл бұрын
Tech Guy: I picked the epic2 and awaiting delivery. My needs are different than most. Much of my need is not in cell tower range. I have owned Garmin GPS and use, very old. I hike in mountains GPS and Topo is useful. I also need the health and activity improvement by tracking bio information. I'm older and need to make sure I am getting the proper exorcize and heart rate tracking Hiking, CrossCountry Ski, Kayak, Fishing. Like OLE and have the tech to charge the watch anytime anywhere so power is not a problem. Hope this helps others.
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Super helpful Mark! I think you'll really like the Epix. I have a few more video coming up talking about this fantastic watch. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
@CamObserver 2 жыл бұрын
@@mlegrand I am sure I will be happy with it. I will write you with my thoughts after I use it for awhile. Your video gave relevant information, even though I am not going to be doing any marathons now days. Keep up the good work.
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
@@CamObserver - Thanks Mark!
@rbf2000 2 жыл бұрын
I've been a very happy user of the 945 since it was first released, but my biggest complaint has always been the screen, especially when looking at my wife's Apple Watch. For all of the other features of the 945 it is an easy tradeoff to make, but seeing the Epix makes me realize that maybe a tradeoff isn't necessary. Though, considering the price for the Epix, I'm glad I'm not in the market for a new watch - that is a tough pill to swallow.
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I would say max out the value of your 945 and then see what's available when that one kicks the bucket. The Epix is nice and I wonder if Garmin will start moving more and more of their watches to these AMOLED displays. 🤷♂️ Thanks for watching buddy!
@aidanobrienofficial 2 жыл бұрын
I guess this counts for the new 955 vs Epix2 too right? Because I’m struggling to decide which to buy right now 🙆🏻♂️😅
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to make a separate video for that specific comparison. The 955 has a lot more in common with the Epix/Fenix. Thanks Aidan!
@nicknikon Жыл бұрын
Ahh Awesome! I’m in the same boat, would love to hear your take Matt
@philiprobinson4809 2 жыл бұрын
I had the Fenix 6 pro and upgraded to the Epix. The Epix is worth the extra cost
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's pricey but I agree. Very nice device. But I'm always hesitant to recommend such an expensive device. Everyone's budget is different. Thanks Philip!
@fitgearhunter 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Guesses on 955 pricing?
@fitgearhunter 2 жыл бұрын
And love your background music throughout.
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Inflation baby!!! Music is all from Epidemic Sound. I need to mix it up and try something new. I feel like all of my videos sound so similar. 🤷♂️
@budi.wihartanto 2 жыл бұрын
Could you please compare forerunner 955 and epix 2 ? Thanks..
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I could do that! That's one I'm very excited to make. Thanks BDW!
@aidanobrienofficial 2 жыл бұрын
I was literally about to buy Epix 2 and now wondering if 955 is enough.. If the new software features come to Epix 2 then it might be best watch to buy because then it has it all. And it’s the kinda watch that also looks the part so you can rock it when dressed up nice too.
@mutebg 2 жыл бұрын
I had 945 for more than 2y and I bearly get 2 weeks of usage ( mainly when I did not exercise ) and most often was 5 days ( I do only running like 5-7H a week) with most of the things switched off ( like pulse ox). The battery was the main reason for switching from 945 to Fenix 7. One way you can optimize the weight is to change the band to a nylon one. At least compared to Fenix I noticed a few widgets are missing, also the display of 945 is kind of dim compared to Fenix. Reading the rest of the comments, seems I am the only one not happy with 945 :D
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
It's totally reasonable to disagree with the comments section about the 945. It's good to have a lot of differing opinions when people are reading and trying to figure this stuff out. I've always found the 945 backlight display to be one of the brightest on the market but it's adjustable and it might be that you have your's set low to save some of that questionable battery life. 🤷♂️ Thanks for checking this one out Stoyan!
@mutebg 2 жыл бұрын
haha, probably you are right for the backlight :D I don't remember, I was trying to make it go for at last 7 days without charging, I hate charging devices
@zaahierstanley955 Жыл бұрын
Seems like you prefer the 945 over the 745 ?
@mlegrand Жыл бұрын
This is an older video but the 745 is a pretty impressive device. I'd say it depends on what your needs are. I would also take a close look at the 255 and 955 these days. Garmin has made some excellent new watch options lately. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
@TalkativeMime1 2 жыл бұрын
You might have to make an update video in a week or 2 if the rumors are true 😅
@TalkativeMime1 2 жыл бұрын
@MusicMediaOutlets there were imagines leaked and I guess people are pretty confident it’s coming June 1st or 8th along with the new 255
@mlegrand 2 жыл бұрын
I would love nothing more than to make a video update about whatever might come next from Garmin!!! Thanks John!!
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