Amazon has
Garmin fenix 6X Pro Premium Multisport GPS Watch (Black, 010-02157-00) for
$581.95.
Shipping is free.
Thanks to community member
jeeden for finding this deal.
- Note, in stock February 23 2021
Key Features:- 1.4" 280x280 sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) display
- Enhanced estimated wrist heart rate and Pulse Ox
- Advanced training features include PacePro for grade-adjusted pace guidance throughout your activity plus environmentally adjusted VO2 max and training status estimates
- Preloaded TOPO maps, ski maps for over 2,000 worldwide ski resorts, multiple global navigation satellite system (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) support and built-in sensors for 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter
- Support for Garmin Pay contactless payments (not all countries and payment networks are eligible), music storage with premium streaming service (may require subscription with third-party music provider) support, smart notifications and more
- Internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 21 days of battery life in smart Watch mode with an additional 3 days when solar charging and 15 hours in GPS mode with an additional hour when solar charging when used in 50,000 lux conditions
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I also found that the X series does not work for my wrists. I dont have tiny wrists but found that my forearms are much larger than my wrist and it drove the watch onto my wrist bones. There, the watch would rub and cause irritation, redness and eventually rubbed the hair off my wrist bones. The 5 series only had one watch band/strap.
On the smaller 6 (not X, not S) the watch fit better. It loses 2 data fields while active and some battery life, but was on par and often better than the 5x over a week of use. It has more data fields than the 5X but I feel like my use of those is low compared to some. Depending on activity, my needs are distance, HR, time, and maybe vertical up and down. In backpacking, I sometimes use the compass and map at intersections.
Main takeaways from years of use, you should absolutely try them on before buying to ensure fit. DLC reduces most scratches. The 6 series software is superior and worth buying over the 5.
Also, the charging cord that comes with these is short and awkward, but you can buy replacement aftermarket ones on Amazon for 2 / $10 that are longer and easier to connect. DC rainmaker has a short video on them.
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If you are a data geek/freak, Garmin would be better IMHO.
https://connect.garmin.
Regarding the screen, I've had a protector from Supershieldz (<$10 for three on Amazon) for about six months now without a problem. I learned the hard way that the Gorilla Glass on the watch isn't as scratch resistant as I expected it to be.
Net: It all comes down to what you're looking for. If you're looking for a smart watch, go with the Samsung. If you're an athlete, then go with the Fenix.
https://connect.garmin.
how about for ruggedness and battery life?
somehow cd not get myself to spend $500+ on any watch ..
Regarding the screen, I've had a protector from Supershieldz (<$10 for three on Amazon) for about six months now without a problem. I learned the hard way that the Gorilla Glass on the watch isn't as scratch resistant as I expected it to be.
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Awesome, thanks for the clarification! I have the 5x sapphire now and it's been a great watch
Net: It all comes down to what you're looking for. If you're looking for a smart watch, go with the Samsung. If you're an athlete, then go with the Fenix.
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Net: It all comes down to what you're looking for. If you're looking for a smart watch, go with the Samsung. If you're an athlete, then go with the Fenix.
I had the 6x Pro (non saphire) for over a year now. Excellent battery life. It does have a few scratches and bumps, but nothing that is impacting the performance.