Garmin - fēnix 7

I would agree with the other post, if you want to get into tris, garmin is your best bet. The cool thing is, while the top of the line models are expensive, a couple of generations older are still awesome. My recommendation would be for a Fenix 7. Running about $450 on amazon new. [https://amzn.to/49DghWh](https://amzn.to/49DghWh) If that is a bit too pricy, you might try the Instinct 2 or 3. I have (and use) an instinct 2, that is very rugged and currently only $215 on amazon: [https://amzn.to/489fVUD](https://amzn.to/489fVUD)

Fenix 7 (non-pro) has the gen4 optical HR sensor, vs gen5 on the Fenix 8 In fact I'd be careful about which version of the 7 you get. Try and get the one with dual-frequency/multi-band GPS.

I went from F6 to F7 & am now on Venu X1 have loved every single one of them, my colleagues also use Garmin, never heard a bad word against em lol

I have the fenix MIP 51mm and a forerunner 970. Unless you are diving, I don’t think the fenix adds much. It’s quite a bit thicker too and so has a feeling of sitting up on your wrist whereas the forerunner, I think fits more natural. I wear the forerunner as my daily and wear the fenix for workouts and take it on vacations so I don’t have to worry about charging.

I’m partial to the garmin Fenix series mostly of cost and utility. The solar version may suit well if your backpacking over several days and need gps. They’re also pretty bullet proof, taken multiple hits while mountain biking and it’s still going strong

I have not tried the Fenix E but before getting the pro I tried the Fenix non sapphire model for 20% discount so it was the same price as new AW ultra. I just applied a screen protector to it. The pro gets minor brighter display, larger battery, satellite and lte it also only comes in titanium bezel but the bezel is also thicker and heavy by a few grams But I did not feel like there was a massive difference in looks, For me the looks wear out soon but what remains is the functionality that garmin brings to its watches and that for my usage is the same between cheapest and high end Fenix models so the short answer is yes but I would recommend looking for a 20% discount code and purchasing the amoled version for the same price as AW ultra.

Garmin Fenix 6 and 7 are having some hot deals right now. Go Sapphire for the extra protection. But if you only need the bare minimum, Forerunner 2xx

Had AW 6, 7, 10... Had Garmin Fenix 7 somewhere between AW... Now with Garmin instinct 3. ALl has pros and cons. none is perfect. For me it's great to switch from time to time... I would happily do the same between iphone and android, but the cost of switch in terms of software is crazy...

I am currently using the Garmin Fenix 7 + MyFitnessPal specifically for that purpose. The calories burned throughout the workout are quickly synchronized with the MFP app, through the Garmin integration. As a disclaimer, I only use the Strength workout from the watch, and start/stop the set.

I’ve just come from an ultra to a fenix 7, and the data the garmin gives me, through plugging into my bike computer and the sensors, it’s much better. The ultra was easier to use for recording free workouts, I don’t get the garmin structured workout thing at all, I don’t want it giving me a list of activities often, I just want to record the effort. I found the navigation on the ultra easier. However when you’re working out garmin and buttons is better. The overall layout and data from your everyday is more comprehensive with garmin, I find the body battery and training level really useful. Battery life obviously a great improvement with garmin. Ultra felt more of a lifestyle and health watch, the garmin and ecosystem to it feels much more sport and much more about supporting structured training. I wore my ultra 24/7, I wear my garmin 24/7, I’ve yet to have a moment where the ultra would be preferable against my priorities at the moment.