Hey there I am planning for triathlon..But I don’t know which watch should I go for it Apple Watch series 4 or garmin Fenix 6 pro..could you help me out..
DC Rainmaker hi, I never commented any of your videos although I’ve seen plenty of them. I just wanted to thank you for your work. You’re one of the few youtubers that inspire me and made me want to start my own channel à test ago. Keep on the good work and thanks again 👍
DC Rainmaker Thanks for the video. It’s very helpful. What is your opinion of the display quality on the Fenix 6? I was disappointed by by the Fenix 5 since it seemed to be washed out and not as vivid as most other current smart devices. Is the display on the Fenix 6 more vibrant, or do you feel it’s similar to the Fenix 5? Thanks.
This is a guy who has a job he loves and doesn't take it for granted. Thanks for the hours and hours of work to provide in depth reviews so we don't waste money on products that don't meet our priorities.
Just ordered Pro 6. Love the scenery where you are. I'm former 5,10k and marathon runner ( low 2:20's ) now 66 yrs old so the larger screen and metrics will keep interest up. I have two bulging duscs but running slower is less painful than walkiing. Great video!
I really like your reviews. They're really thorough. But I'd make a couple of comments: 1) For non-American English speakers who speak English- you're hard to understand. You speak really fast and run your words together. 2) Don't be afraid of content length. To be fair, your target could be North American audiences who understand you perfectly. Also, you have the analytics that I don't, which may well indicate that shorter reviews, or reviews that fall into certain time frames do better. If so, I hope you'll take my critique as a compliment. I'd like to be able to understand you better, and I'd like more of it. Hope that makes sense!
I couldn't work out if he had a speech impediment, or I was going a bit deaf, I mean it's recognisably English, I just have no idea what he said half the time.
Nice Review! I really dig the "Pace Pro" feature on the Fenix 6. Unfortunately I've discovered that it's limited to 14:00 miles as a maximum pace. This is fine for most Marathon runners but once you get into Ultra marathons up to 100 miles in length only a small percentage of ultra runners are running that kind of pace. Most are in the 16-20 minute/mile range. I hope garmin can update this feature in Garmin Connect!
Well if garmin put a nacho cheese maker on it it would probably dispense icecream as these watches are just expensive pedometers, cause that's the only reliable data you get from it, everything else is a gimmick. Well I will also give it the heart rate sensor, but other than that it's kind of a waste
So, here's the thing. I'm in love with the idea of it having a nacho cheese dispenser. But the more I think about it, the more I realize that all the training I'd do with the fenix 6 would immediately be nullified by the cheese...
Dude, you are absolutely the BEST reviewer in the world and I hope you actually make money from all this hard work! I am not a sports buff by any means, although I've done a few adventure races, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, done Santiago de Compostela's Way by bike, etc. but all for leisure ... I have always been a fan of Suunto and I not only love watching your reviews but also have recommended them to a lot of friends whoa are more "athletes" than me. THANK YOU and keep up the outstanding work!!
Thanks to your video I sold my Fenix 3 and finally upgraded. I was pretty happy with the Fenix 3 but the enhanced mapping, health metrics, and improved battery life really won me over. Went with the Fenix 6 Sapphire this time around 🤙
I own a fenix 5 and i still like it, i won't upgrade because of the pricetag but still i enjoy watching your reviews. You are doing an incredible job. Thanks!
You consistently do the best objective and most complete reviews! Most reviewers would completely miss the nacho cheese dispenser...and their review would be substandard because of it. Thank you!
Great review as always, complex topic in a quick review. I’ll read the full review tonight. First impression is that Garmin is getting way pricey. Their base model Fenix, which is now the Pro, is $700! What they are calling their base is really the same as their high end running watches, but with the Fenix look. I am waiting for someone to change the market by providing a 200-300ish dollar watch with maps, music, training, open water swim, power meter connectivity and multi-sport mode. There is no reason that couldn’t be done except for some unwritten agreement that all these things are only in “high end” watches. Someone needs to break the cabal.
Ray, after all these years... you're still the best. Thanks for having high quality reviews that are based off real analysis of product and function. Do you think there's going to be any impact to longevity/quality of battery life in the 6x solar w/constant solar charging?
Also Ray, do you have any ability to do some Pulse Ox testing for accuracy? I know this doesn't sound like it's that important but as someone with a history of asthma I'm curious to see how effective it is compared to a standard pulse ox device --and because Apple is too stupid to include this in their watches.
In my written review I give some super specific battery burn rates and the impressive solar aspects (from testing). It's cool stuff in the right conditions. As for PulseOx, I've been meaning to pickup a medical grade test unit - it's about $600, but with more and more units including it, it's on my radar.
Thank you Mr Rainmaker, you’ve done a great job explaining about this watch, ai have just purchased one and this video comes very handy, much easier than reading the manual… many thanks. Maz
I originally got a samsung watch 4 classic and wasn't feeling it because of the battery life and size. I went back to best buy and got myself a Fenix 6x Pro Solar. It's worth every dollar. I'm so in love with it I cannot complain for the price. I just love that I'm going to get weeks of power before I have to recharge it.
Great review! But my F5+ has already so many features I don't need or use, why pay more for more things I don't use? E.g. popularity routing leads me along main roads although I live in the woods, or the navigation, which I used only to try it out. What I need is navigation along a pre-defined track, the maps, accurate GPS and flawless connection to the sensors, the rest is nice or even useless!
The expedition feature will be great for mountaineering! For an example, a permit for Aconcagua lasts three weeks (and I will probably spend two weeks acclimatizing) so not having to bring an additional charger is super convenient.
Thanks for the video. I have 5s and absolutely don’t see any need to upgrade. It’s expensive and I think my 5s will at least last for another 5-7 years.
Great review, once again. I listened to you back in 2017 when I saved all my gold pennies to buy a Fenix 5X... And now I am rather tempted by the 6X solar... or the Tactix!... 🤣 Can't wait for Christmas !!!... 🥳 THANK YOU. Stay safe. 👍🏻
I'm not sure if you know the mtb youtuber Skills with Phill, but you two speak almost with the EXACT same tone and intonation :) Great work as always, love your in depth videos!
Great video! I have the Fenix 5X and have been waiting to see what the upgrades are. The solar power looks super intriguing. I hope this is something they really do continue to develop in a big way.
Wow! That is some watch. A watch for Galileo….he was the first person to wear a clock on a chain around his neck (-;. What do you think about the medical data…does it do a good job? Sleep data? Blood pressure monitor?
Sapphire is a synthetic crystal - it's as hard as a natural crystal, not quite as hard as diamond. Gorilla glass on the non sapphires is as hard as your mobile phone screen
Expedition mode looks awesome, I think people do actually use it. Thats what I need for when I do a 3 week trip into the mountains, my battery pack won't last that long
Still really think a Seiko Kinetik style charging would make the most sense for watches for running and hiking. In the winter I always have the watch under my clothing to save battery and avoid cooling the wrist. So during the part of the year when topping up the battery is needed, solar won't help.
Magnus Näsmark for what they charge.... you would think that would be included. I love my Seiko. It’s been going much longer than an overpriced Garmin would last. 20 years and counting.
A great review, as ever. Fantastic location. Watch is looking good. Maybe it’s time to upgrade from my Fenix 3 HR. That’s the watch sorted, now can I have your life?
Is very dangerous ! A technical challenge ! I have some alien technology from 1980 with solar panel ! A bike speed meter ! A real UFO ! They will do anything to not make good things, things who last in particularly !
Nah too much effort for such a small gain. Besides it will complicate the design making bracelets fixed and removing that flexibility. Plus it will not help everyone. Chips are getting more and more power efficient , wasting time and effort towards solar tech and other gimmicky features should not be a priority.
Nice video, I just bought my fenix 5, 3 days ago because it had a big discount and I'm glad I bought it because it still has everything I need with a bargain price. Thanks to the fenix 6.
Where did you get yours at if you don't mind me asking? I've been looking for a chance to buy the Fenix 5X sapphire and am hoping to get it cheaper since this dropped.
Great video. Is it worth upgrading from my Fenix 3 yet? I'm not really limited by the 3 at all. But it would be nice to have something faster with legit storage on it.
I’ll stick to my fénix 3HR, the 5 was cool but didn’t really offer anything new. The 6 just cost too much and the base model is a downgrade. Honestly, the only thing on my wishlist is longer battery life. I’d like some software updates, I miss some features my Polar V-800 had.
Wow, didn’t expect to see the Garmin Fenix 6 series out this early...I guess we can officially say/expect a new Fenix series every two years, with a “plus” model in between each of those years... ...also two year update cycle for the 945/745/645 etc I like it... Also, I can’t wait for all the new Garmin HRM chest straps with Bluetooth. Hopefully there is also a wrist band to compete with the Polar OH1+
Gonna buy it just for the nacho cheese dispenser! Take My money Garmin
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Copying a feature is a tough thing to say. I have seen very similar ideas coming up from people in completely different companies and fields. One company was faster in implementing but it doesnt mean its a straight copy ;)
I got excited when I read about the nacho cheese dispenser,snap on runs yay! 😆 Then I read the just checking.... 😥 Farming needs to incorporate this feature.
Thanks man, great video, as usual. This new garmin is impressive, but I am afraid I will wait a little, so the price decrease a little. I took advantage of a discount price to get my most recent Fenix 5 Plus. ;)
You are the GO TO GUY for these reviews. I purchased a Garmin Instinct after one of your videos and it was perfect for hiking and biking and running. I only wish they’d add a surf option without buying a new watch. But, the Fenix 6 seems like a good upgrade and has surf capabilities.
Folks I’m glad to introduce the Garmin Fenix 7x which now in addition to solar now has a kinetic dial in the back of the watch which rapidly charges your watch if you’re running 👏🏻 Is it me, or has the progress of innovation since the original fenix 1 become quite boring beyond the fenix 3 HR?
I get a strange amount of satisfaction delving into something I know I could never afford (735xt is as high as I managed), but one simply cannot pass a milestone DC Rainmaker review. :)
waiting for a swim run in open water, i really interested to accuracy of this watch vs the Apple Watch 4 that was way better than the garmin 5 during your test
Based on your review, I think the best watch for myself is the Fenix 5x based on features and price. I can buy a brand new 5x from a US authorized Garmin retailer for $450-$480 on sale. While it's great that the new 6 series has some neat features, the 5x is still more watch than the lower line of the 6 series (unless you want a smaller watch...size matters). My suggestion is to pick up a Fenix 5x while supplies last as I don't see the lower line of the 6 series as being a game changer. In my opinion the 6 series would have been a game changer IF it had return texting and return phone call option.
Liked and subscribed. You've been my 1-stop-shop in determining what to buy since you started your website. Just now subscribed because I heard the "like and subscribe" comment around the 7m38s mark. Would've subscribed sooner, but I didn't know you had a RU-vid channel in addition to your website; both which are *very* well done!
DC Rainmaker Thank you for this great review! Is there the possibility to charge (i.e. „wake“) the watch with solar power only once the battery died? In addition, it would be interesting to know whether there is a noticeable speed increase when loading a route on a map compared to the Fenix 5X Plus. With my Fenix 5X Plus it sometimes takes up to 5 minutes or more until the route and map is shown - especially in city areas where there are a lot of details to be displayed on the map. Speed increase would be a main reason for me to upgrade. Thanks!
Given the Garmin updates arrive every two to three minutes we may see it cooking and cleaning later this week. Basically I see Garmin latest watches as great for being explored more then used. I had stopped at Suunto Ambit3 and still can't feel to miss any latest feature (including the upcoming vacuum cleaning).
Incredibly review! I know it's been awhile since this review but do you recall, while tracking specifically hiking activities and having any discrepancies with the heart rate? I keep seeing issues on garmin forums and reddit about issues with the OHR while hiking specifically and it's concerning me that a (currently) $700 watch is unable to perform HR tracking on a hike.. thanks! Also the watch being mentioned is the Garmin Fenix 6X. I guess the other 6's have not had this issue?
batteries will go 5-10 years or so. But there ARE aftermarket batteries for the Fenix 5.......so I'm sure Fenix 6 will be supported soon, if not already.
