Thanks for the response. If you don't mind my asking, what else do you use the Apple Watch for? I use an iPhone so I know there will be good synergy, but I'm afraid I won't fully utilize its capabilities and therefore not justify the cost over the Garmin.

Replying to texts, taking calls, weather, espn app, spotify/podcast, email, the wallet app, and I even connect to my Nest doorbell and thermostat. There aren't as many apps as I would've thought but still have a good amount at this point and I'm sure more are to come.

Garmin Fenix 3

Have it linked to my phone for push notifications, emails, calls, Garmin Connect.

Have it linked to a Garmin foot pod for more accurate treadmill running.

Can download different dial arrangements to full customize the look.

Can easily install different color bands to better match clothing. I only use a lime green band.

Maybe the new Apple Watch is better, but the GPS on the last version was not as accurate. I liked the Apple Watch in that I didn't need the phone for a playlist (vs Garmin Forerunner 935). But grew tired of inaccurately recorded workouts and have gone back to taking the phone on my arm for music and the forerunner.

Love my Whoop strap

Is there a good one with no screen that can wear on opposite wrist from watch? I like my regular watch.

Huge fan of my Garmin Fenix 5X

cmiller00 said:

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Is there a good one with no screen that can wear on opposite wrist from watch? I like my regular watch.

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Garmin makes one that's not as "everyday" pretty but offers all the functionality of GPS and Heartrate.

VivoSport

Broba Fett said:

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Huge fan of my Garmin Fenix 5X

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tell me more about the Fenix...got my eye on them. one of the models (can't remember which one) tracks downhill skiing well, which is something I do a lot of in winter

I have a 3 Sapphire and wear it everyday and the face still looks great. The metal band has some wear spots but after almost 4 years of having it I'm not too concerned. I use it for skiing as well and like the way it tracks. It shows you going up the lifts but doesn't count it in the stats, like an auto pause. It is a little big/heavy but I'm used to it now. I do change the band to a "sport" band before a long race as my wrist tends to swell a little.

Anyone have a Samsung smartwatch? Any thoughts, good or bad?

I have the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier. Used it for over a year now. I really like it and it syncs well with my Galaxy S7 phone. You need quiet surroundings to have a quality conversation with the phone feature. It is really nice to see text msgs on my wrist without pulling my phone out. Like all the options for watch faces.

For fitness the GPS tracking is good and the sleep tracking good. HR monitoring is spotty and I have to cinch the band tight to get it consistent. Step count is good, but floor tracking is worthless. The Samsung Health app has lots of interesting features, but have started using Strava instead to track activities. The Strava app for this watch started out bad, but the latest updates have made it respectable.

Biggest complaint is battery life. I need to recharge daily. If I am in poor cell signal area the battery drains fast so I am forced to switch to airplane mode. Battery also drains fast during acitivity tracking and won't last longer than a 90 min run. I am thinking of getting the Garmin Vivoactive 3 so that I can use for longer runs/hikes.

My Garmin Fenix 3 is the best thing I own.

Broba Fett said:

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Huge fan of my Garmin Fenix 5X

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Does this do golf as well? Also are you happy with screen size - big enough to read on the run and brightness is good?

I've been very happy with the Withings Steel HR.

$180

The only drawback is that if you want GPS tracking, you have to bring your phone with you.

Steel HR

I've had it for about 3 years now. The battery life is still incredible. I need to charge it about once every 3 to 4 weeks.

My 910 just died this week after 7 years of dutiful service. In the short-term, I'm going with a forerunner 25 just for basics, and will get a 935 at Christmas.

Buford T. Justice said:

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My 910 just died this week after 7 years of dutiful service. In the short-term, I'm going with a forerunner 25 just for basics, and will get a 935 at Christmas.

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I'm patiently waiting for the next model 935. Basically the fenix 5 + updates. Really thought it'd be here in March.....

Does the 935 do golf/ski?

htxag09 said:

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Buford T. Justice said:

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My 910 just died this week after 7 years of dutiful service. In the short-term, I'm going with a forerunner 25 just for basics, and will get a 935 at Christmas.

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I'm patiently waiting for the next model 935. Basically the fenix 5 + updates. Really thought it'd be here in March.....

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Woohoo!!! Forerunner 945 finally announced

Just bought a Forerunner 35 and I'm liking it so far. No frills, but just what I need.

bushytailed said:

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Just bought a Forerunner 35 and I'm liking it so far. No frills, but just what I need.

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That's what I have. Great value IMHO.