Polar Grit X Pro / Titan Review - Improved Navigation, Widgets, Options and More!

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00:00 - Overview
01:54 - Grit X Family / Options
03:19 - Bezel Design
03:45 - Sapphire Glass
04:19 - Pro Titan / Titanium Bezel
04:34 - Band Material / Leather / FKM
05:26 - Music Controls
05:51 - Outdoor Widget
06:42 - Sunrise / Sunset Widget
07:04 - Fitness Tests
07:27 - Display Brightness Settings
08:25 - Battery Life
09:55 - Improved Navigation Features
12:05 - Final Thoughts / Impressions / Value

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@babisbabalis8935 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your review! I rate it as #1 among every other review I watched until right now, regarding Polar Grit X Pro, in terms of clarity and precision. I really enjoyed the details and your clear impressions in the end.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@seanvk 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. You captured quite well how it relates to the existing Polar lineup. After Polar decides to update their displays making them larger, and brighter, I'd really like them to open their walled garden and support programmed structured workout sync from TrainingPeaks/TrainerRoad/Today'sPlan/etc.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

That would be nice!

@lensofthenorth42 2 жыл бұрын

It's time to subscribe cause this guy knows what he's doing for damn sure!! Very informative review, and it's interesting to see polar trying to compete with the Fenix and the Vertix watches. Can we get a best of the 3 video? Maybe a brief explanation of how the grit X pro compares with the other 2?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! More comparison videos coming soon!

@BrunoSWatanabe 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Here in Brazil Polar is very popular, i would say 50% of runners uses Polar and other 50% Garmin. Unfortunately for the dolar rate, the price of watches are so expensive. Keep doing great gears review, your video is different from the others because is funny and entertainment!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting! Thanks for sharing.

@g3nius 2 жыл бұрын

I had the Vantage V 1 and baught the Grid X Pro (Brown/copper), cause of the great new features and design ... thenks for the insight.

@rusmatahmed5436 Жыл бұрын

Really helpful and much appreciated, thank you!

@neuschf 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly I think they did a pretty good job. They didn't change a ton and that's a little disappointing, but every single update addresses something that I've heard people complaining about. From the screen brightness, changing routes mid-run and zooming, proper trackback, compass outside of activities to the sapphire screen. Might not be enough compared to what Garmin is doing, but it seems like they are listening to feedback and working on the right things. I'm also happy that the V2 gets all the updates this time around.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

For sure! All of the updates are certainly welcome and the Grit X Pro is a well rounded watch. I guess my only concern is the $599 price tag of the Titan model. That's encroaching competition like the Fenix 6 Pro and COROS Vertix 2 which both have more features. The mid-range Grit X Pro is probably the best value. Thanks for watching!

@stanmakowski1985 2 жыл бұрын

Another great review, thanks for putting in the time to give great information. Still looks like I will stay with my trusty Gamin fenix 6 Pro. Thanks and keep up the great work.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

@MrAfonsoX 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@tjmruns 2 жыл бұрын

The original Grit X is my daily driver. I can't really find any value in upgrading. I would like to see Polar push out some of the updates of the Pro to the original. Good review as always. Good luck at the Midstate!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Polar has announced that some of the new features will make their way to the original Grit X in the 2.0 firmware update.

@gedd6750 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Dave. Garmin is king of the castle atm for me.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Garmin still has the navigation feature locked down.

@fitgearhunter 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job - you missed nothing. And was the backlight on during the compass/alt widget overview? That was dark! Last - still no answer from LeGrand - when you set the watch to ‘high’ will the wrist raise backlight be full high brightness? That’s one thing that’s driven me crazy - dim wrist raise backlight. Thanks!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It might have been set to medium… not totally sure. The brightness setting over rides the gesture backlight so “high” will always be high despite pushing the button. Thanks for watching Hunter!

@pablo_elizalde 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see they fixed the screen brightness issue. Too late for me, though, cause I returned it, switched to Coros and never looked back.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@amircastilla07 2 жыл бұрын

Hi reading your comment on Coros what would you say is better than polar apart from the battery life? Interested in hearing from you. Thanks

@pablo_elizalde 2 жыл бұрын

@@amircastilla07 I returned the Polar because I could barely see the screen and it had no setting to change the brightness. The watch was fine otherwise, but I love the battery on the Coros.

@hardmtnbiker 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a long time Polar watch user back with the S710 model and Polar Personal Training software on my old PC. Currently using the Vantage M and was considering the newer Vantage M2 or V2 but this GritX Pro seems to be the best premium Polar competition to the Garmin Fenix and Coros Vertex

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It's right up there with the Fenix and VERTIX for sure.

@curtisgoodwin8962 2 жыл бұрын

Great review Dave 👏🏻👏🏻. If the phone notifications were finally included Polar would get my money … I think this watch does have enough “smarts” for probably 75% of the intended market, but the notification omission is unacceptable at this price point IMO.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It's such a weird thing that they exclude notifications during activities.

@AlteredState1123 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t have a fitness watch, so I know nothing. I exercise to get away from people. No phone notifications is a plus in my world.

@jtvrm1 2 жыл бұрын

Looks nice as a though watch but in terms of features it kinda falls short of my expectations... As someone that recently went from a Vantage M to a Garmin 945 LTE (thanks for the great review and reccomendation Dave), after briefly owning a Grit X which gave me terrible heart rate results, I have to confess this left me dissapointed as I expected that it would at least bring in dual GPS and map guidance to put the heat on Garmin to push the envelope forward with their next iterations of the FR and Fenix series. Guess Polar is somewhat playing it safe and staying faithful to their current recovery core focus.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Indeed I was hoping for thinner bezels and longer battery life but the Pro is still pretty sweet!

@josejr.8671 9 ай бұрын

screen brightness on the garmin new fenix lines and tactix goes the same way. the brighter the screen the more battery it drains. even the garmin instinct watches. if you leave them at 5% brightness you gain a couple more days. the lower the more battery.

@Dogwalkerdave 2 жыл бұрын

I was just wondering if Polar was going to update the Grit before I got my Fenix 6. How would you say the ability to load maps from Komoot is compared to the ease of use for the Garmin? Great work as always, Dave. Thanks for sharing!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

In general Garmin is kind of the king when it comes to navigation/mapping. They have full routeable maps on the 945/Fenix 6 Pro and even the breadcrumb navigation is superior because it supports waypoints and you can design the course within Garmin Connect and sync with your phone. BUT, the Grit X Pro is also a nice device as well.

@Akuphon 2 жыл бұрын

The new Grit X Pro with copper color looks amazing! Unfortunately they kept the same small and really low res screen. Transflective screen type is totally fine but the bezels are HUGE! Polar should really have updated the screen. Also the lack of maps and real navigation is somewhat deal breaker in a watch designed for outdoor activities like hiking.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I like that color as well! The bezels are a bummer for sure. Hopefully they change that in the future.

@AlexejSailer 2 жыл бұрын

First! Thanks for your great videos I watch them all :D ;)

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TheCelticClydesdaleShow 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Yours is the second I've watched for the Grit X Pro, and, frankly, I'm still not a fan. Still, I will commend you on making what I feel is a lackluster watch seem interesting.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's pretty interesting! However, the competition at this price range is tough.

@ymer2501 2 жыл бұрын

finallyyyyy...sapphire glasssssss!!!!!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

The good stuff!

@chrimo995 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video. I want a new watch (galaxy watch active 2 at the moment) but not sure which one I should buy. I'm thinking of Garmin fenix 6 sapphire.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great choice!

@king168van 2 жыл бұрын

Great, What about the comparison between polar grit x pro vs coros vertix 2. I am looking forward on this comparison. Many thanks.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I'll see what I can do!

@rogerthegoodwin 8 ай бұрын

Im considering a Grit X Pro over Garmin because of both Polar's simplicity, & my impression that they may help me through the Recovery Pro/tests offered. Hoping to get the Titan version due weight, but reading all the different views on Garmin watches etc. has been a challenge. Finally, it seems despite the claims everywhere on various aspects, the key issue is how much does one trust Polar or Garmin to create & manage data. I dont know which is better, but watching Garmin's control over the market place ..I find myself instictively favouring/wanting to trust the underdog!

@tfa8 2 жыл бұрын

great review, small comment, the screens are called watch faces not really widgets, I never had such watch screen crashing or not loading as sometimes saw on Garmins widgets

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@chandraroy6489 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Entertaining video, ! One question, is that leather strap only for dress occasions or is it practical to go running with it?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

You could use it for both but I find the rubber/silicone bands more suitable for sports since they're stretchy and don't absorb water.

@largo741 2 жыл бұрын

great review, thank for the info. something i guess polar have not fixed, GPS accuracy, only switchable between 1sec and 1 minute... would be great to have 3/5/10sec accuracy or so. 1 minute is totally unuseful. and yes, some of the pro features, would have been developed for the original grit!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It would be nice to have more granular control of how the GPS was logged.

@dawidkrysiak 2 жыл бұрын

I think it has a reasoning to be like that. When you have lower GPS accuracy, I guess that GPS needs to warm up with every update (as it is done when starting the training session), which, as we know it, can be quite time consuming, especially in bad conditions (tall buildings, dense forest, steep hills around). It wouldn't be able to warm up with 30s updates, it would work exactly as it's when you have 1s mode. Lower accuracy modes are not to be used in running or bike activities, but only walk / hike activities, when the speed is quite slow and you don't makes turns often, so this 1 minute accuracy should be enough as it would generally catch all the route details. What do you think?

@mogroot5790 9 ай бұрын

Very nice review. What brand is that hoodie?

@ChaseTheSummit 9 ай бұрын

Outdoor Research. Thanks!

@Till-B 2 жыл бұрын

The grid x pro is stepping up and ahead the vantage v2. The v2 needs a update now!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Good news! The Vantage V2 will be getting most of the new features as well!

@N1Ir3m 2 жыл бұрын

Really good review. I was deciding between the Fenix 6 Pro and the Suunto 9 Peak, but know I think, there is a new contender. Which one you think is the best for multi purpose sports? Suunto 9 Peak, Polar Grit X Pro or Garmin Fenix 6 Pro?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! "best" is hard to say. It's a pretty subjective choice. I don't think you'd be disappointed with any of those.

@dawidkrysiak 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit I think that some extreme ultra runner could be disappointed with Grit X if he requires to have topographic maps in his device. Otherwise, when you only want the navigation assistance just in case, very good HR measuring, excellent GPS accuracy, you're some mid-level runner or doing any other most popular sports, and don't want to spend a fortune on the watch, you'll be happy with Polar Grit X. I am :) And I especially love the design of the silver-green version. Finally Polar makes beautiful watches :)

@nunofernandes4440 2 жыл бұрын

Any clue why the display remain at 1.2" when comparable ones from Garmin & Coros are now at 1.4" ? Otherwise great video/review as usual !

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I'd guess it's because Polar has a boat load of these displays in stock from manufacturing the Polar Vantage V, V2, Grit X, etc... so it reduces cost and E-Waste. But that's pure speculation.

@CDM-0000 Жыл бұрын

Is the polar grit x pro titan stronger than the normal pro? Does it scratch or break or damage less than the not titan version?

@Asthbendriel 2 жыл бұрын

I like the update, specially in navigation. As a MTBer if I was interested in a Polar device as my only solution, the navigation move to straight unusable to useful, I still prefer a bike computer for navigation though. Is there still no option to turn on notifications while working out I assume?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Yup! Great update for navigation. Unfortunately still no notifications during activities.

@Asthbendriel 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit oh dang, I mean it's a cool experience to focus on your training whenever you have the chance, but most of the time you need to be connected to the rest of the world, I really wish they added the option in the settings to toggle that.

@rltfavourites 2 жыл бұрын

Good job. Am using and loving the Grit X from its first day. To me there is no reason to go for any of the new ones. I am (still) missing lots of interval features for track running compared to former Garmin watches. But love other features (sleep & revovery). Am still disappointed with the 'new' navigation features - no reason to gor for it. To me it is rather clear: Wait for Garmin to come up with Fenix 7 and check carefully for getting near Polar-Features in other fields. No reason to change from Grit X if not for any big jump/progress. No big jump/progress that i can identify here with Grit X Pro ....

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@UltraTrailSteven 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like some good updates. For navigation, is it still only through Komoot?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Nope, you can also use a GPX file exported from Strava or GaiaGPS or whatever.

@UltraTrailSteven 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit that’s a big plus!

@trailzrock2 2 жыл бұрын

Still waiting for a proper replacement for my Garmin FR945. Has everything and more of what the Grit X Pro has but the looks. Love the look of the Polar watches. Too bad they keep leaving things out. Especially ANT+. As a runner that may not be an issue unless you also run on zwift. But as a cyclist needing compatibility with all kinds of sensors at the same time, you need ant+ along side Bluetooth if you want to pair your power meter to your iPad and your polar grit pro. Not sure why the folks at polar keep omitting this fact. 😭😭

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

The 945 is still an amazing watch. If you like it I'd hang onto it until the next 9XX version comes out!

@trailzrock2 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit one of the features i use a lot that the Garmin 945 and the Fenix series have is the hot buttons. The quick access to a stopwatch, timer alarms etc. Does the polar grit or the V2 have a similar feature? Also, thanks for posting those videos. You're one of the big three on the subject,along with DesFit and DCRainmaker. 👍

@brianrosenberger9485 2 жыл бұрын

@chasethesummit Coros Apex Pro or Grit X Pro….for someone who walks/ hikes/ runs and loves rugged looking watches?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

They'd both do the job. The Apex Pro has an advantage in standby battery life, and features an Sp02 Sensor if you need that. Polar has a better web portal to look at your data. COROS has a slightly better navigation feature.

@hanstenberg 2 жыл бұрын

I own the grit x, I've read that Polar is going to launch a lot of the new stuff into a update to the grit x later this year. I don't find buying the pro is a good buy for me, it's better to stick with the grit x with an update. if your are new to polar products or to sports watches in general I think grit x pro is a good buy, it is now the top end watch for Polar, it has the most and newest soft ware features and are more good looking than Polar Vantage V2. Overall the upgrade of the grit x is a good one, but a miss another product segment from Polar that can compete with Garmin Venu 2 and the Apple Watch.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! The original Grit X is still excellent!

@invisiblefinger 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if you can use military grid reference system instead of lat long on the navigation?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I don't believe so.

@rich-kc3tbc286 2 жыл бұрын

Polar catch-up features. How long has Garmin, Coros and Suunto already have most of these features in older watches? RL

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

They've still got some unique features like Running Power, Training Load / Recovery Pro. But yeah, I'd like to see bigger strides. Thanks for watching.

@rich-kc3tbc286 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit I just hope Polar shares some of the new features the Grit X Pro has with the Grit X and it would be great if all the Vantage series watches got the new backlight settings and music controls software update. Those updates would enhance all Polar watches and not take away from the new features of the Grit X Pro. RL

@aureliogarciamiro2037 2 жыл бұрын

After years with Garmin 5 and Garmin 6X Pro, I am unsure if I should switch to either the Polar Grit X Pro or the Suunto 9 Peak…would you recommend me to change environment outside Garmin? if so…Grit X Pro or Suunto 9 Peak?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I'm working on a video about this very topic. Stay tuned!

@realme-em3xy 2 жыл бұрын

Great vide thank you, we can say grit X is polar flagship watch ? True or false?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Technically the Polar Vantage V2 is the flagship but the Grit X Pro Titan is more my style. Both have the same features. The Grit X Pro just has a more rugged look and with the Titan version gets a titanium bezel/sapphire lens.,

@redos111 2 жыл бұрын

I personally think it would be better to show how many options work (for example backlight with only button - does it turn off "wrist activation")? Im interested how fast does watch calculate backtrack. Does backtrack work without uploading gpx? We all have many videos of ppl talking about functions but only couple which show how they actually work

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Backlight button only does indeed turn off the gesture based backlight. Backtrack caclulates pretty quickly, there's a brief screen that says "plotting" and within a few seconds the track pops up. Backtrack works all of the time, not just when a GPX file is used. Hope that answers your questions!

@redos111 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit thx for answers!

@AVEEGEELIK 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review, thanks! Doubting between this Grit X Pro and Fenix 6 Pro, I am stil searching for the best MTB watch, do you have any suggestions?

@JB-hq9yj 2 жыл бұрын

Fenix is the safe bet here. I have instinct solar got it on sale for $300 it’s super solid. Fenix 7 will be coming within a year most likely you can get a lot of watch with Fenix 6 if you find it on sale 👍

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Fenix 6 Pro has a lot more features like full mapping, offline music, Garmin Pay, Connect IQ support. The Polar Grit X Pro is more simple and straight foward. Which one you prefer is up to you.

@AVEEGEELIK 2 жыл бұрын

@@JB-hq9yj Thanks! I'll keep an eye on the 6 Pro sales in the nearby future 👊🏻

@bradleymcmurray5482 2 жыл бұрын

Did they add a way to check battery level during activity.??

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately no, you still need to pause the activity to see the battery level. Really strange!

@trailrunning7773 2 жыл бұрын

hello my friend can you please tell me which smartwatch was compatible with heart rate zones thank you

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Most modern day sport watches support HR zone training.

@todortodorov2434 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. The watch looks great, but what I can´t understand is why they are not adding the SPO2 sensor. Do you think that could be added in a future with a software update?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I don't believe this could be added via firmware since it uses an entirely different sensor.

@Ironie90 2 жыл бұрын

When do you think the Garmin Fenix 7 will release? :)

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Your guess is as good as mine.

@Salisbury2000 2 жыл бұрын

Is there any improvement on the Hill Splitter feature?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It appears to be the same except now if you're following a GPX course you'll also get an elevation plot of your course with your current location.

@michatyburczy9112 2 жыл бұрын

I am going to choose right watch for me. I am trail/ultra runner. Heart tells me polar but brain coros vertex 2 or Garmin 6 pro. What to chose?:(((())))))

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

They've all got their strengths and weaknesses. The Vertix 2 has the best battery life and most accurate GPS along with unique features like ECG/HRV tracking. The Fenix 6 has the most smartwatch features and fleshed out ecosystem and feels the most reliable. The Grit X Pro has excellent wellness/sleep tracking.

@eliongaro6798 2 жыл бұрын

I do a lot of treadmill running, indoor rowing and biking and I would like to get me a watch that tracks all of these exercises accurately. Which one would you recommend? I do not care about the price. I should also mention that I own the Polar H10

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

if you have an H10 a Polar device would compliment it and provide additional data. The Grit X Pro is one of the best on the market right now from Polar. Alternatively in this price range a Garmin Forerunner 945, Fenix 6, or COROS Apex Pro are good options.

@eliongaro6798 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit thanks a lot. Appreciate you taking the time to answer me. I think I will test the Grit X Pro first.

@Bijbelstudies Жыл бұрын

I like the Grit x pro. What will be the difference with the Garmin Epix 2?

@ChaseTheSummit Жыл бұрын

Epix has full mapping and navigation with a base map pre-installed, offline music storage from services like spotify/amazon, OLED display, longer standby battery life up to 2 weeks out of the box, more wellness features like body battery/stress tracking, Connect IQ app store for downloading 3rd party apps, and a few other bells and whistles. The Grit X Pro is a great device for what it is though!

@wojtekkos341 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, good video ! One question: does it draw a breadcrumb path during training without using Komoot preloaded map ?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It draws a path of what you've already traveled yes. You can use this path to execute a "back to start" to follow your path back to the beginning of the activity. If you want to use a pre-made course you can use Komoot or a GPS file.

@nabilalanbar 2 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to replace the altitude widget with a barometer, or view the data some other persistent way? Honestly, the barometric pressure is more important to me than the altitude. I use the barometer on my boat a lot.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately not possible on the Grit X Pro

@nabilalanbar 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit That is too bad! The Nordic Copper Grit X Pro looks awesome, otherwise.

@user-nc4fr7em7z 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to know what prevent polar to add map feature to their product。。

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Maps take a lot of development. Garmin has been making handheld mapping devices for over 15 years so they had a huge leap in terms of development. Companies like Polar, COROS, and Suunto are basically catching up at this point. Hopefully we see this more commonly soon.

@KoalaOalaJones 2 жыл бұрын

Please compare this to the Garmin 745 since they’re the same price!!! You had to know this request was coming if you haven’t thousands of them already !

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

That would be an interesting comparison.

@KoalaOalaJones 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit there’s something about the aesthetic of the polars and data on the polar flow app that keep me from buying the garmin. I’m not sure if it’s just how it translates to me when seeing it through my phone or computer screen but it just looks cleaner and neater than the garmins to me 🤷🏻‍♂️ but the forerunner is such a better watch on paper 😵‍💫

@carlogaytan7010 2 жыл бұрын

WAIT SO.... the new features, which will be added to the V2, and the features which the Grit X PRO gets from the V2... Doesn't this make the V2 and Grit x Pro basically the same watch???

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Basically, yes. However, the Grit X Pro has a superior build quality with sapphire glass and optional titanium while the V2 is designed to be super light weight. So the guts will be the same, but the hardware is different. Personal preference!

@lech1839 2 жыл бұрын

Polar Grif X Suunto 7/9 Amazfit Stratos which one is best in price? I mean things like accuracy, durability, widgedts, maps, connection with phone

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

In terms of price it's pretty obvious, the stratos is way cheaper but I also don't think it's in the same ballpark in terms of features and accuracy as Polar or Suunto. Check out my recent video comparing the Grit X and Suunto 9 Peak. It might be helpful.

@lech1839 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit Thanks !

@johnrich1014 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like the title to all of these should be "Lets see how watch (non Fenix 6 watch name) hasn't yet caught up to the Fenix 6 at the same price from 2 years ago"

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

lol! Kinda feels that way eh? I will get them credit for moving in the right direction!

@lespap78 2 жыл бұрын

This or COROS Apex pro ? Or wait for Fenix7 ? :)

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Tough call. The Grit X Pro and Apex Pro are actually pretty similar except when it comes to battery life in standby mode. Polar's ecosystem is also a bit more polished. Apex Pro has ANT+ and Grit X doesn't What activities are important to you?

@LoftechUK 2 жыл бұрын

I will stick with my Garmin 5X sapphire 47mm. Just waiting for Garmin to bring an update watch to the game

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I think a lot of folks are waiting for that!

@mutebg 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I am very disappointed with this one, I did expect more from Polar, I don't see why they made a new watch since all features seem software ones.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

The new Sapphire lens and titanium bezel are nice touches. Other than that, mainly software.

@mutebg 2 жыл бұрын

sure, these are nice ones, but they could have just released like grid x titanium ( similar to what sunto did with their 9 models) and keep the software features between the watches exactly the same. I forgot to write in prev comment, a great video again, thanks!

@srihariravi8669 2 жыл бұрын

I have a good laugh every time they launch a so called hardware upgrade. I don't even take polar seriously anymore. Their launches are like one of those drawings kids make using a crayon and expect validation, but you have to be polite and applaud. I almost admire their audacity to charge $499 for such a watch LOL

@tomato1972 2 жыл бұрын

It seems a lot of the updates are just software. Why doesn't Polar offer some of the new features on the original Grit X. Garmin sends a lot of updates downstream. Polar needs to at least attempt to keep customers from jumping ship.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It turns out the original Grit X will get some new features in the Firmware 2.0 update that's coming soon. The Vantage V2 will also get all of these new updates which is great to see!

@tetsu001 2 жыл бұрын

Fan from Hong Kong. Nice review as always and enjoy watching it everytime. Unfortunately, as a Grit X owner, I am super disappointed with the Polar's way of handling old models. Most new features on these new watches can simply add to the Grit-X by a simple software update but they didn't. Only one major firmware update since the Grit-X launch, which is way behind of the competitors like Sunnto and Garmin. Very likely Grit-X is my last Polar watch.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

The good news is that some of these new features will indeed come to the original Grit X. I don't think the new navigation feature or widgets will make their way though.

@realme-em3xy 2 жыл бұрын

Why my watch grit x distance always 0 ?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a problem! Reach out to Polar.

@steveforde7475 2 жыл бұрын

I think the last few releases from Polar shows that the company is really struggling to keep up with the opposition. I've had Polar watches going back to an M400, V800 and now the original V Titan. The V Titan was to me a big disappointment, it lacked a number of features that the V800 had, I wrongly assumed Polar would fix that over time via firmware. Instead they closed the model line down and introduced the V2, as far as I can recall development of the original V ended at that point. The V2 and Grit X are just a repackaging of the same bits, this is where Polar's problem is, they are a small company, I expect that they've got a ship full of chip sets, bought in bulk to keep the price down. There won't be any substantial upgrades such as Topo Maps, on board music, Pulse Ox, NFC payments etc until they've used up their current supply of chips and order a 'next generation' chip set. That might bring the features mentioned above plus a bigger brighter screen (essential if they want topo maps) for improved day to day wearability. The question is will Polar be around long enough.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

That's an interesting theory. I also think Polar prides itself on being a super simple sports/fitness watch that doesn't include too much fluff. In that regard they do a good job. However, staying relevant is going to get harder and harder as companies like COROS and Garmin push the envelope. Thanks for watching!

@redos111 2 жыл бұрын

the only pro feature of this watch is pro price 😁

@steveforde7475 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit I agree with you on the not too much fluff and being focused on sport / fitness. Which raises the question why the leather strap? I think in other areas they go too focused; for example you can't get notifications during a workout. That's fine if you've got a coach looking after your phone but for the other 99.95% of users having a choice would be good.

@Yogaleif 2 жыл бұрын

@@steveforde7475 The lack of notifications during training is an important part of Polar’s simplicity. And if you do run with your phone, the natural solution might be to just fine tune the notifications of your phone ...

@redos111 2 жыл бұрын

@@Yogaleif incorrect. They supported notifications with m460. Polar just dont have enough respurces to put those options to this new system. Look - grit x pro is getting trackback from v800 - that's year 2014/2015!

@CDM-0000 Жыл бұрын

does the polar grit x pro have a fkm band?

@ChaseTheSummit Жыл бұрын

Yes

@cristi4327 2 жыл бұрын

Is fenix 6x pro better ?

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Objectively the Fenix 6 Pro has more features but there is something nice about the Grit X Pro's simple user interface. It's really up to you. Both are solid.

@toadlguy 2 жыл бұрын

I agree that it is annoying when watch makers don't include features that the watch is perfectly capable of, like, for instance Apple, which even updates their software for it's 4 year old Series 3. However, suggesting that Garmin doesn't do this isn't quite correct. It may be true within the Fenix line, but they are really the worst offender here by not including Multi-Sport mode, Power Meter sensors or Outdoor Swimming on any of their less expensive watches when the hardware is perfectly capable of doing those things. In fact, if you want any of those features, expect to pay at least $200 more to get them on a Garmin watch. That was really what made Coros, when they included all those things in a $200 watch.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It will be interesting to see how these companies evolve in this regard. COROS is kind of paving the way with updates. Garmin does an OK job with recent hardware. And Polar... kind uses hardware as their software updates. I'd like to see it get better all around.

@MarcoGymnopoulos 2 жыл бұрын

Have the GritX and hate the dim display. Can’t read it without direct sunlight. Doesn’t look they improved that on the Pro. So Pro no.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

It certainly gets brighter with the new backlight settings but it’s no OLED. Thanks for watching!

@99MUZIK 2 жыл бұрын

I’m about to Jailbreak my original Grit X so I can get all the Grit X pro features.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Make a tutorial lol.

@tnanoialb Жыл бұрын

Have ETE And ETA ?

@ChaseTheSummit Жыл бұрын

I don't believe so.

@ImpalerVlad 2 жыл бұрын

Polar Grit Pro is almost what the Fenix 3 is. Let that sink in.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Almost, except for the horrendous battery life on the Fenix 3 lol.

@ImpalerVlad 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit also the Fenix 3 is a 6 years old watch. Polar needs to step up its game. Since garmin acquired FirstBeat Polar can’t beat it in the HR department.

@tiagumalex 2 жыл бұрын

It is actually kinda shameful from Polar to make software updates and release them as a new watch, instead of a new update for the current Grit X. Didn't listen anything about that nasty notifications issue that Polar has, where they think they know better than me when i want to receive the notifications. Too little too late, that's why i got a Coros instead of a Polar a couple months ago. And those bezels, why? Oh Polar...

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

From what I understand Polar is intending to roll some of these new features to the original Grit X via firmware soon.

@misty671 2 жыл бұрын

Nice watch but very disappointed with the Polar app. No improvements in 4.5 years, I’m happy with my M430 and would upgrade if the app was measurably better. I want more filters and export options. Give my my own analytics rather than gimmicks. Signed 20 year veteran user. 🍻

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

While I do really like Polar Flow it would be nice to see some innovation from them. I agree it hasn't changed much in over 3 years while the competition has been moving fast with Garmin and COROS.

@gx1400sc 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of comments here about maps, widgets and other "cool" stuff. But nothing about the what Polar stands for and still drives, training and their "watches" used as an aid for reaching your running goal ... Use people these tools as technical gadgets..... I mean, serious training don´t need Spotify or downloadable maps...

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

You’re not wrong but when we’re comparing watches at the same price point it’s hard to swallow getting less for the same money. If you’re looking for a no-frills training tool there’s no point in spending more than $200 on a Coros Pace 2 or Garmin 55.

@gx1400sc 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit I Agree, but as a user of Polar as a real heartpulse training aid since .... (shit I'm old 😏)... The Polar software and invidual recovery status is still worldclass. When I did as a instructor Les Mills Sprint /RPM classes. The Polar classtraining system is still unbeatable. But again... it is primarily a training tool that gives some feedback of your health and progress of your training, not as a mini mobil to see your status on soc. media.

@LiberaTeTutemetExInferis 2 жыл бұрын

Why can't they just use a proper map, with Polar it is always half done

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Mapping is tough to implement. Garmin had an advantage from years of making handheld devices. It's going to take a while for the competition to catch up.

@gio1984lc 2 жыл бұрын

After having go through tons of video of high end sport watch the conclusion is just one.. "it's like a Garmin Fenix without...." Unfortunately Garmin has no real competition..

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

The competition is stiff!

@cemakyol2395 2 жыл бұрын

screen is so small

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Yep

@LiberaTeTutemetExInferis 2 жыл бұрын

Polar is a disgrace nowadays, the V2 is what the V should have been, this Grit X pro is what the Grit should have been, sadly those who trusted Polar with the original products are left with regrets.....Shame on Polar

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

That's strong wording! I think they're making pretty cool devices. The problem is that the competition is quite stiff in this price range!

@mistertabasco2579 2 жыл бұрын

Such beautiful watch with so ridiculously small screen and resolution- 240x240. Meh!

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

Kind of a bummer!

@piotrku... 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful watch with ugly screen (far too small).

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

I was hoping for a larger, brighter screen... But we get what we get!

@DiogoFilipeR 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I'm waiting to update my old m400... I need to update it to handle bigger hikes and better daily information. But I think I'll wait for the vantage v3 or will have to go with a fenix and switch to garmin. A 1.3 or 1.4 inch screen would be awesome. Also smartwatch notifications and a good mapping system would be nice additions too!

@MateHegyhati 2 жыл бұрын

"If I was interested in the grit x at all" -- sadly kind of sums it up.

@ChaseTheSummit 2 жыл бұрын

lol, that's not how I meant it!

@MateHegyhati 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit I know :-) It is kinda true though... As a Garmin enthusiast, even I'm sad when most of the new features in the newest Polar watch date back to the Fenix 2 or 3.