This is my 3 Garmin watch - Fenix 5 - Epix - now Fenix 9 pro inReach. I use it primarily for Golf. I just got my second hole in one with the Garmin Fenix line so the accuracy is pretty good! :)
It’s a great watch but my only complaint is the Bluetooth. Spotify to my beats fit pro non stop skips A LOT. I went through all the troubleshooting and even switched arms and still the same. I don’t have these issues with my Garmin 945 so don’t understand how a more upgraded watch would do that.
While the face of the watch is nice, the watch feels heavy on my wrist and the cellular service is cumbersome, unlike an Apple Watch. I'm going back to Apple Watch Ultra.
This is a great watch for marathon runners. All the features you need; battery life and screen brightness are excellent. Having Garmin Messenger and InReach available on the watch is great since I don't bring my phone on long runs, and my wife can feel connected. I've been using Garmin watches for a very long time - this one is my new favorite.
I really wanted to love this watch. It looks fantastic, and the natural titanium finish is one of the main reasons I chose it. Unfortunately, I'm disappointed with how easily the titanium bezel scratches. For a watch at this price point, especially one designed and marketed for outdoor use, I expected the bezel to hold up better to normal everyday wear.
I've also noticed that the watch can be surprisingly slow to respond at times. This seems particularly noticeable after completing activities, when the interface can feel sluggish or glitchy for a while. There is a lot I like about the watch, including the design, features, and overall functionality, but for the price, I expected better durability and a smoother user experience. At this point, 3 stars feels appropriate.