What is everyone using for a smartwatch?

[whiskybiker]

Garmin forerunner 255. I also use it for running/biking. I have other gps units that are better for mapping. Since, no watch has a great screen for even looking at maps. So, I didn't want some of the bigger and heavier watches. The 255 has been a great tool. Low weight, battery lasts a long time-I'd buy another.

 

[tam9492]

I just reviewed the Coros Vertix - another really solid option.

Coros Vertix 2 GPS Watch Review

Coros Vertix 2 GPS Watch Review. Torrin explains why he chose the Coros Vertix 2 GPS watch over the competitors.

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[DosAmigos]

Garmin Delta Tactics

 

[H@mstar19x3]

i am running a Suunto after 2 failing apple watches. it's decent. battery life is about 10x better. also, after having 2 apple watches, i realized i don't need that much "smart" stuff on my wrist.

 

[HunterW.]

I have had the Garmin Instinct 2 Solar for about a year and a half. I have worn it everyday working on the farm, hunting, and working out and I’m very pleased. The battery lasts forever and it’s very durable.

 

[Wallace]

A Rolex ... no desire to have a watch I have to charge.

 

[Northwest Outdoors]

I have a Galaxy smart watch and have loved it. However, whenever I'm in the mountains or somewhere without service, it just drains the battery. Even on airplane mode. I have my eye on a Garmin for my next watch though

 

[Dos Perros]

Garmin Fenix 3HR. Maybe one day it will die and I'll get a newer one. Or maybe I'll bequeath it to my grandchildren upon my death (my kids are 10 and 6).

 

[displacedtexan]

A Rolex ... no desire to have a watch I have to charge.

I didn't realize they were making a smart watch now.

 

[Reburn]

A Rolex ... no desire to have a watch I have to charge.

Please tell me the difference between winding or charging or changing a battery.

Rolexes are notoriously inaccurate time pieces for keeping time. And they cost a ton to service. And you have to worry about some shop ripping the interals out. I personally sold all mine. I dont need the "status symbol"

Back on topic.

Im using a galaxy 5 pro. It does all the health, sleep and workout tracking I need it too which is what I use it for.
When it needs charged I just use my heart rate band when I work out. Battery life is ok (3 days) in full power mode. I have found the water tightness of the galaxy watches to be very good.

 

[Wallace]

Please tell me the difference between winding or charging or changing a battery.

Rolexes are notoriously inaccurate time pieces for keeping time. And they cost a ton to service. And you have to worry about some shop ripping the interals out. I personally sold all mine. I dont need the "status symbol"

Back on topic.

Im using a galaxy 5 pro. It does all the health, sleep and workout tracking I need it too which is what I use it for.
When it needs charged I just use my heart rate band when I work out. Battery life is ok (3 days) in full power mode. I have found the water tightness of the galaxy watches to be very good.

I wear it daily, I don't have to wind it. It usually loses around 2 minutes per month, I reset it when needed. I get it serviced at a local jeweler every 5-7 years, runs around $500. It's an Explorer II on a nato strap, not flashy at all and rarely does anyone even notice it's a Rolex. I've been all around the world wearing it, I've beaten it up a ton, and it's never stopped ticking. It's also something that can be passed down later in life or when I die.

 

[intunegp]

I wear it daily, I don't have to wind it. It usually loses around 2 minutes per month, I reset it when needed. I get it serviced at a local jeweler every 5-7 years, runs around $500. It's an Explorer II on a nato strap, not flashy at all and rarely does anyone even notice it's a Rolex. I've been all around the world wearing it, I've beaten it up a ton, and it's never stopped ticking. It's also something that can be passed down later in life or when I die.

Cool story. This thread is about smart watches.

Anyway, back on topic.

I've worn my Garmin Fenix 6 every day for the past two years and it shows no sign of giving up any time soon. I'll wear it until it dies, does everything I need it to and plenty more. It is a smart watch, doesn't lose time, doesn't need a service that equates to $100+ a year, and I have a downloaded Oyster Perpetual watch face that my fiance enjoys because we tell anyone who notices that she bought me a Rolex.

 

[WCB]

I wear it daily, I don't have to wind it. It usually loses around 2 minutes per month, I reset it when needed. I get it serviced at a local jeweler every 5-7 years, runs around $500. It's an Explorer II on a nato strap, not flashy at all and rarely does anyone even notice it's a Rolex. I've been all around the world wearing it, I've beaten it up a ton, and it's never stopped ticking. It's also something that can be passed down later in life or when I die.

cool...I have some $60.00 digital watch I change a battery in once every like 3 years...had it for like 15 years. Tells the time and the alarm works to wake my up while in the back country. Cost me $5 every 3 ish years for a battery. I wash it after gutting an animal is warm sink water and dawn dish soap.


OP,
Wife went from some brand (90% sure apple) to a Garmin something or other now. She loves it and never had an issue with it breaking or the battery running out. I know 5 or 6 people with Garmins and they like them. Myself, Ill save the money and pull out my phone. But could definitely see working on machinery or something it being a bit more efficient.

 

[EvanF]

Garmin fenix 6pro

 

[SloppyJ]

A garmin instinct my buddy gave me for a birthday present. I never wore a watch and now I've worn this thing straight for 2yrs. I like it.

 

[JStol5]

I swap between a Timex Ironman (for work on an ambulance) and my Garmin 7 Sapphire Solar. The garmin is incredible. Find one on sale and pull the trigger. Sleep tracking, activities, GPS, garmin pay, insane battery life… I love it. Kinda wish I had a 7X for the larger screen but Robb at S&S had a deal that was too good to pass up.

 

[preach]

Wahoo ELEMNT Rival


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[nubraskan]

Garmin forerunner 745. Battery lasts about a week (or 2-3 days if using GPS tracking) and it's ridiculously lightweight and low-profile for a smartwatch. I really like having physical buttons and a display that's always on, no complaints at all with it. I only wish they made the same watch with the same dimensions that had a solar display

 

[kfili]

Another plus 1 for the Garmin instinct. The Amazfit Trex 3 looks interesting too

 

[Marbles]

I use a Garmin Fenix 7. However, it is more n activity tracker with some smartwatch functions. You may be better served by something like an Apple watch.