Apple Watch Ultra vs Garmin epix Pro Gen 2 (Don't Buy, Until You Watch This)

I tested the Apple Watch Ultra and Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2). I’ll share how they compare in battery life, fitness tracking, regular daily activities, payments, etc. Which is the best fitness sports watch in real life conditions?
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00:00 - Apple Watch Ultra vs Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2)
00:19 - Design
02:50 - Integrations
04:03 - Fitness Tracking
05:07 - Heart Rate
05:40 - GPS and Running
07:25 - VO₂ max
07:45 - Running Routes
09:06 - Strength Training
09:58 - Recovery
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[@adventuresofvinny6752]

Love your videos man!!!!

[@ShervinShares]

@@adventuresofvinny6752 thank you!!

[@ddmd5395]

For starters, I'd be concerned about the button issue as if is is not just a dirt accumulated from running/swimming (you can soak the watch in water to see), than it may by a physical issue and that is covered by Garmin warranty and epic will be replaced free of charge. Secondly, if this is a Gen2 Pro largest of the 3 watches, to get 5 days with GPS activities is extremely poor and Im guessing there are some settings you can adjust and get easily at least double of that. (I use my Fenix 7X Pro daily with 1hour GPS activity daily and looking at 3+ weeks). Let me know if you need a had with Garmin related things ;)

[@ShervinShares]

@@ddmd5395 i tried the warm water for 10-15 minutes on the Garmin. Button still doesnt work! Trying to reach out to Garmin for warranty, but they keep sending me to diff departments & it's frustrating - I wish they had something like AppleCare+ which fixes it quickly in terms of battery life, maybe I have the highest accuracy settings on. Or because I live in a big city, it's always using multi-band GPS and the battery runs out faster?

[@ddmd5395]

@@ShervinShares Every country has a different warranty procedures. If you were in AU, its like 3 minutes to organise a replacement. I'll find out how it works in US as there may be a way to submit the request online by yourself. (or theoretically you can approach the store where you purchased the unit to replace it under warranty quoting manufacturing defect). As per GPS and battery, set it to AUTO SELECT for the best connection in your area. Also check if you use Pulse Oximeter (set it to manual check) as this is useless metric and if you have it on 24/7, it can cut down your battery by good 40-50%. ;)

[@Bullet_1987]

So many videos on youtube says dont buy until you watch this. If i would watch all the videos before i would never buy a watch 😂

[@liftingisfun2350]

They're also competing for market share lol

[@deepcoolclear]

That’s why you have to pick the trustable good reviewers like this guy or dcrainmaker

[@Kole777]

You're out here grinding and not sacrificing quality, good job brother.

[@gillbilly15ed]

Hands down the best comparison video I’ve found. Great, straight forward, and realistic info. Getting a garmin. Thank you for all the useful knowledge

[@Randmness]

I think Strava has an option to calculate its own distance or use the one defined in the workout file. That might explain the differences in distances and speeds.

[@ivanivanov-ii6mp]

The new minimalist production is really nice ! keep it going man !

[@ZeRo-22-]

I think an important thing to note here is environment. I’m an AWU user, but I also live in an urban setting. So many of the Apple Watch features compliment that lifestyle, while also “getting by” for fitness. Shervin lives in a similar environment. I feel like if I lived near trails and the mountains, I’d be more likely to own a Garmin.

[@W3TFART]

The gay lifestyle?

[@mickeyindhouse7914]

@@W3TFARTtrails and mountains lifestyle is gay for you?

[@W3TFART]

@@mickeyindhouse7914 no ,Apple users are

[@perfecttroubler1767]

@@mickeyindhouse7914he probably meant cities

[@mickeyindhouse7914]

@@perfecttroubler1767aha… i dont think so… i think he meant his lifestyle is the gay lifestyle… 😉

[@natejc93]

Because I have a whoop band, the AWU doesn’t need to have recovery metrics. Additionally, being able to have cellular and location sharing with my wife while on a run is really nice. It just feels nice to be able to not bring my phone with me on a run.

[@rondavis1690]

Really well done review. Having gone back and forth between Apple and Garmin I find you nailed the use case scenarios for both watches. And I’m currently Apple Watch Ultra!

[@mattthomas1509]

Been on a binge of your content ever since I found your videos a week ago. The candidness and approach to videos feels refreshing. Good luck to you and the Content Closet! lol

[@commonmadeholy]

Fantastic video thanks - and really helpful advice in which to choose! May I ask does the Garmin need to be worn more than the AW in order to take better advantage of the Garmin metrics and training analysis and do you consistently wear both during sleep or one more than the other?

[@brebeufbasketball1963]

Nice man! Helped me decide. Got the Garmin for gps coordinates and navigation in the woods.

[@mmwoodland]

I have watched a bunch of videos on both watches. I have an EPIX, but considering a Ultra,. This video is the first that gives a realistic experience for an everyday athlete (vs. a professional ultra runner) and the benefit to both watches. I also enjoyed your humor, we all know but no one says. Cheers.

[@ShervinShares]

TY! That means a lot

[@Jjengering]

Good luck with that battery life, the 51mm epix pro with a 31 day battery Vs 2/3 days is crazy.

[@den7k356]

​@@Jjengeringawu charges very fast. Usually it's enough time to charge when you take a shower or eat dinner. As a beginner runner I don't care about battery life and I can live even with a standard aw 18 hour battery, but I really like garmin's acute load, training status, endurance score, hill score and of course Garmin connect.

[@TheRealAlanStephens]

Extremely informative, great job in presenting multiple different views that a lot of KZbinrs miss.

[@yenk82]

Very nice video, I like the icons you put on the left to graphically explain what you are explaining

[@Bronte014]

Well, now I can say - it’s best channel about Apple Watch ultra. And I love it 👍

[@RouvenKasten]

Have you found out yet if the TrainingPeaks integration works? I am already using watchOS 10 and could not find it yet.

[@POINDXTRMUSIC]

Great vids, i binged most of them last night lol

[@BRGeorgeK]

Very informative! I’m curious to know, where is that running track in New York City?

[@PLANETWATERMELON]

I can tell you after having the AW Ultra for 10 months and now I have the Epix G2 I absolulty prefer the Epix and I wear it all the time. I prefer the buttons . I prefer the round design vs square. The main thing is that I find the GPS to be much more accurate on the Garmin. The Applewatch Ultra would give me different distances for the same route every time. The AW Ultra does respond more quickly and the screen is slightly sharper looking. I never want to take off the Epix off after a workout, in fact I find it much more comfortable that the AW-U. The AW-U felt heavier and it always felt like it was wobbling around on my small wrist.

[@jasonsimpson4805]

Great overview of the products. Keep up the excellent work!

[@nicholas5396]

Shervin, have you tried the garmin track workout option to lock onto the track and if so thoughts on it?

[@user-tq3ie1gh4w]

Your resting heart rate is also important. The battery lasts a long time, even when the Garmin measures your heart rate every second when you are at rest. On the other hand, the Apple Watch does not have enough battery to measure heart rate while resting. And I know the Apple Watch's measurements are accurate, but is it useful to measure heart rate every second? Would measuring once every 10 minutes be useful?

[@radeks123]

Garmin Fenix and their buttons... Friend's of mine Fenix 7 back button stopped working while on a surfing holiday last year and again this year on a replaced watch. Mine Fenix 7 back and light buttons got unresponsive after 2 days fresh water windsurfing. Pool swimming seems fine, though.

[@AntonioOrdaz1]

Hey @shervinShares ! How is the watchOS beta working for you?

[@evilphuk]

Do you still wear both watches (AW Ultra and Epix Pro)?

[@erictingkingco2746]

Are we going to have a video comparison between Apple Watch Ultra versus Galaxy Watch 6 classic? Anyway nice video as always

[@nelsonvelazquez7723]

Never had an apple smart watch? Which one would you recommend for a starter keep in mind I’m basic person and not a tech geek!

[@databoy2396]

I bought a Garmin Descent 2 dive watch, similar to Fenix, before the Ultra existed. Then my cell co gave me a “free” Apple Watch SE 2. Agree with everything you said in this video. Sometimes I’m just too lazy to put my Garmin on for a run, and Apple is definitely good enough, especially for a short run. And nice to have that backup cell service.

[@KVR020]

Can I use a ANT + Strap on the Apple Watch?

[@andrewshand4820]

Garmin Epix def has an amazing track features including the lane selection and custom workouts. I did a 5000m race on track and was accurate within 10m over 5000

[@dawnfmEnthusiast]

I changed from Garmin to Apple Watch about 8 months ago. Performance wise, LOVED the Garmin, but the Apple Watch's UI and 'gamification' with the rings is awesome. Plus, the notifications sync with the iphone makes it a great productivity device. I use it as a time tracker too (with the Focus Mode linked to Toggl). Lifestyle wise, happily going to stick with the apple watch.

[@kasperk679]

Here as well. Kept on my Garmin descent as a diver but now the Apple Watch is a dive computer as well, I jumped over. Is the Garmin a better dive computer? Yes. But all the other features that the Apple Watch have, makes the watch so much more worth it! Never going back.

[@dawnfmEnthusiast]

⁠@@kasperk679interesting! 🤿

[@AsaadKhan]

I have epix pro 2 51mm and AWU. Love the Garmin over AWU. Battery 🔋 is the king!

[@michaelb9940]

What about pay with your watch?

[@jaronc3094]

@@michaelb9940it’s a hit or miss on garmin, check to make sure your bank is compatible, it works well though.

[@jairousss]

Someone has wrong hr readings on the epix pro, my pulse rate is very low, I'm a Garmin fan but the epix pro 2 simply doesn't work, they already changed my watch and it works the same

[@dnserror89]

Sticking with my Garmin Instinct 2. Absolutely love that thing!!

[@lanyburnett7966]

Main reason I wear my ultra 2 over my fenix 7 is the pay feature. Garmin pay doesn’t work with most banks. I don’t necessarily need gps and cellular on my watch (however it is nice). But the pay feature is so handy. However, I would never use my ultra 2 for outdoor activities. Garmin all day long. Apple doesn’t use onboard maps without the phone present. So without phone service, ultra is almost useless. Garmins onboard mapping is incredible, with or without the phone.

[@jeffreytillack4709]

I primarlily use my Suunto outside in the mountains, but if I take my AWU I use WorkOutdors. Nominal cost and it's brilliant allowing offline mapping and routing. Worth a look. Makes it almost as good as a Suunto or my Garmins.

[@patrickmchatton7958]

I loved your video. I follow other people and happened onto your page. You provide excellent information in your video. I had to subscribe...

[@IngenieroLeonardoRazo]

For me Garmin is the best sport watch and the Apple Watch is the best smart watch, that’s it.

[@NEOcinBLET]

Do you think like that: every lipo battery can have charge and discharge cycle ~1500 time. Apple you need charbe after 3 days. Gamin after 30 days.

[@andyowen7133]

Never had issues with iwatch connecting to Strava. Been using it since series 3. Had a couple of instances with a sync in no signal/ internet but very rare

[@akshaypatel7212]

Make comparisons video of apple watch 8 and Garmin apix pro 2

[@MasterCamus]

I can’t seem to leave below average on Apple Watch. I star running and feel much better but my vo2 stays below average:/

[@OldFashioned751]

This was a great comparison

[@johnlabernik4599]

As a golfer, I’m team garmin. 5 hours of gps time will burn through an Apple battery and Garmin’s golf app is natively supported. I would like that Apple smart watch experience though.

[@mikey_mcc]

I use Arccos with my AWU and it is the best thing I’ve ever used for golf. I came from a fenix 6x pro and missed the shot detection so went with Arccos. It is far superior to Garmin golf imo. Far more data and the smart caddy reads the wind which I’ve found really accurate. It’s reduced my shots by about 10-15 per round in 2 months. As for battery after a 4.5 hour round whilst running Arccos I have 65-70% battery left. You could do 36 holes and still have 20-30% left which would get you through another day

[@CarlovanHouten1973]

Thanks for the video. I have both of them and will keep them ;-) Great physics by the way!

[@tbaylo4034]

I went from Fēnix 3HR to Apple Watch 4 to Fēnix 6 Pro Solar. I much prefer Garmin watches and will be getting an Epix Pro G2 soon. I do use the workouts on Garmin, but I select the exercises after I am done with the workout (in the app) and just use the watch to record reps/time/weight, and rest time. May not be the best but it works for me. I do wish Garmin had a better exercise selection though.

[@FringeWizard2]

I do a lot of biking, bouldering, running, etc. but main focus is swimming. How good is this watch for swimming?

[@tbaylo4034]

@@FringeWizard2 sorry, I don’t do a lot of swimming so I don’t know.

[@user-nx5uk2dc2e]

日本語で失礼します。 epix proを持っていますが画面は綺麗ですが登山でGPSを使用すると4日間は使えません。 fenix7xproでも5日間が限界です。 4日間後に充電できますがこれからバッテリーが消耗してきたら不安です。 それが買い替え時期と言えばそれまでですが凄く気になります。 地図も結局画面が小さいから綺麗ですが見づらいのは変わらず感動は最初だけでした。 結果fenix7xproが良い気がします。 長く使えて昼間も見やすく適度な明るさでバッテリーも長くもちます。 アウトドアを真剣にやる方はfenix7xproがおすすめです。

[@ugiskarulis1960]

Video I actually needed (have AW 5 SE at the moment, heavy MTB cycling). Was about to upgrade to Garmin Epix Pro gen2, but after watching this video seems like AW Ultra would fit better for me. In the end I will still stick with my current watch and will check what future releases of both brands will offer and then choose one. Like + Sub!

[@ivansampson1519]

Love the apple Ultra, but battery ran out on two seperate spartan Ultra races. Having to make the switch because loss of data is just not an option.

[@MissouriMatt54]

Thank you for the video.

[@rushinroulette]

don`t forget the golf feature in the garmin epix pro - no. 1 for smart watches!

[@Jgslifestyle]

the clearest explanation apple vs garmin thanks sir

[@mesonto]

I decided since I carry a phone during all of my other times that I'm not exercising, I would rid myself of the Smartwatch variety and now I only wear a Garmin. But not just for exercising because it lasts so long without charging. At this point I won't ever go back to a smartwatch.

[@Mdogbrown]

LOVE your channel and LOVE the Garmin/Apple comparisons. I have a fenix 7 pro and AW 7. It’s really tough to choose. I think overall, AW is better UNLESS your primary activity is hiking, outdoorsy stuff then Garmin. I took my Garmin hiking in the Rockies and the maps were AMAZING and navigated me safely up the mountain. I got off the trail because of snow. It notified me and led me safely back on the trail.

[@NoxDineen]

I've got an Epix Pro 2 and Apple Watch 8 (I thought the Ultra would be too big, but I'll be getting an Ultra 2). I agree that the battery life is better for long trail activities, but I actually strongly prefer the maps on the Apple Watch (using WorkOutdoors, which is a one time purchase of $5 or so) to the Garmin maps. Even on the Epix Pro's screen the Watch screen and the way WorkOutDoors renders the map is just so much nicer. WorkOutDoors will also give you an off route warning. The one thing it's missing is turn-by-turn notifications. (I get around that by also using Footpath for the turn-by-turn, but I understand the point at which you're using two apps on the Watch starts to feel like too much of a hassle to many folks.) I live at sea level and hike in nearby mountains quite a bit (adopt a husky puppy and you suddenly have the most adorably and demanding personal trainer) and while I like the novelty of the acclimation data on my Garmin I have no idea whether it's accurate and what I'd actually do with the info.

[@Mdogbrown]

@@NoxDineen I really appreciate you sharing your experience. From reading your reply, it got me thinking I need to explore workoutdoors more thoroughly. I downloaded it before on my AW7 and grew frustrated with the setup process. The accuracy of the app was wildly different than the Watch itself which also was a bummer. I guess I need to take another look and watch some tutorials.

[@fitdude]

I love Workoutdoors, it’s the reason I’ve stuck with AW and not gone back to Garmin. I hike in mountains on weekends and do Crossfit daily, AWU meets my needs. Thanks for the tip on using Footpath for turn by turn!

[@bigmaxcc]

This needs a day in the life with epix pro ☺️👌

[@williamkterrell]

Dude I have been doing that since Apple I Phone 5 and Fenix 3. Nice review dude, have a cocktail

[@splatmatt]

Apple: needs a 3rd party app & subscription for most sport tracking and coaching. Apple does not currently support (without 3rd party apps) importing a GPX route to follow for trail runs, hikes, etc. Garmin: Two options of adaptive training: Daily suggested workouts (with the option of a goal) & Garmin Coach which provides a choice of 3 coaches and their associated approaches to assist you in your goal defined in the onboarding of the program. Breakdowns of what variables affect: recovery, sleep, VO2max score, etc. Daily insights about training accomplished with suggests how to approach the next day and finish the evening. Garmin can also have a user defined structured workout with specific labels for each exercise and rep counts. Garmin has included live tracking where a user can share their progress of a race or an activity to friends and family no extra fees or apps. (Apple needs a subscription to Strava to achieve something similar). While you pay a premium for Garmin it delivers a bunch of apps baked into the OS which means less need for nickel & dime subscriptions and a more fluid experience.

[@TheOrigionalChristian]

I own both watches (Garmin Marq Athlete gen 2 and the Apple Watch Ultra). I have a tattoo sleeve. My Apple Watch has the hardest time picking up heart rate over the ink. I never have that problem with Garmin.

[@ivanh3]

Just sold my Fenix 7x Saphire Solar. Loved that watch. Love the Garmin software. Having said that, the Ultra is a good step in the right direction and having LTE is the killer app of that device. Apple fitness software is getting better. Word is that perhaps the next iteration of the Ultra will have even better battery life. As it stands right now I get a solid 1-2 days on the Ultra with really quick full charge. It's not the two weeks that my 7x was getting, but again, that LTE. Garmin, when you release a true LTE device, I will come running back.

[@dj.mb_one]

funny he is not talking about how fast apple watch dies when is on LTE..lmao...what is the reason for having all that tech in a watch when the battery is so bad ...lmao

[@wpymes]

The advantages you point out about Apple Watch are also in the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, at half the price and with the Samsung-Android environment that is comparable to Apples. I have all 3, and when I go out I usually wear th Epix and the Galaxy. Great video by the way!

[@zakkincaid]

But have you seen the new G-shock smart watch?

[@patricknava6425]

I’m using Apple Watch ultra 2 I love the design

[@andyseal8134]

You have great videos. Thank you.

[@ShervinShares]

Ty for commenting!

[@quest666PL]

The thing about Garmin that pisses me off the most is the strenght training with it. Yes, its there, but man is it wrong all the time. Rep counts and heart rate completly wrong therefore calories burned are also wrong. Basicly its useless for a hybrid athlete. Its good for your runs but if you are doing other training sessions they will never be counted towards other metrics like training readiness, body battery etc.

[@mixit9533]

Both are awesome and the best is to get both of them 😆…AWU perfect for a sport life style wear and Epix is perfect for an accurate daily training ! I’m waiting the Epix 3 and AWU3 !

[@GearSecondo2]

i live your videos. I have just one suggestion: can you change the mic? it’s clipping and the overall sound quality is not the best.

[@marksharp]

I’ve got the Epix Gen 2 and the AWU. I think the AWU is amazing and I’m struggling to justify using the Garmin anymore. So I just use it for MTB or long activities where I need the extra battery. The AWU gets regular 2+ days, so it’s enough for me most of the time. They are both fantastic watches and will suit most people for fitness. Can’t go wrong with either. Another great video.

[@NoxDineen]

Epix Pro 2 and AW Series 8 (upgrading to Ultra 2 in a few months) here. With a Fenix 7 Solar Sapphire in a drawer. I'm right there with you. WorkOutDoors, Footpath, Athlytic apps just give me everything I get on the Garmin. They're both amazing devices, but wearing both makes me feel like a bit of an extravagant fool. I wish I'd returned the Epix Pro before that window closed.

[@williamwchuang]

I have a Garmin Fenix 5x and it's been pretty indestructible. I have dropped it, slammed it into metal (by accident), etc. I would be afraid to do that with aAWU. But Garmin needs to up its game.

[@eneveasi]

I can only really get one... I climb so AW has a better app for that by far. But I also MTB and go on long expeditions so I feel stuck on that aspect... maybe charging my AWU2 each night isn't too bad but like.. still having days of activity from a garmin sounds really nice. Any recommendations?

[@marksharp]

@@eneveasi 7x pro. Unless you don’t mind charging AWU everyday…..

[@eneveasi]

@@marksharp Thanks

[@gertwallen]

Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 or Garmin Fenix 7 Pro?

[@apn42]

Sounds like the Alpine strap is the best compromise between comfort and security.

[@its_just_Lola]

I just sold my AWU and got the Epix Pro 51mm and much prefer the Garmin, much more in depth running and health stats. I did miss Apple Pay and Garmin pay doesn’t support many banks, I found a work around though, I got the Curve card from Samsung and it links every bank and then add that curve card to Garmin pay.

[@mrfunnynames1742]

I smashed my Harmon 7x0 pro I don’t k ow if I should try apple? I think it’s worth it? I’m so sad I broke my watch :( the I watch looks cooler

[@brucelin5842]

If I want a device to motivate me to reach my goal in the gym and improve my sleep quality which should I choose?

[@jaronc3094]

I have both, I picked up the epix gen 2 at an open box store for $11. Garmin will help push you more, I’m torn between both currently.

[@dutchovenguy]

I wear an Apple Ultra and Garmin 965. Many of their metrics I do not take seriously, but over time they do show trends. For heart rate, I rely on a Polar H10 strap. For people who are not gear geeks, an Apple Series 8 and H10 would be fine.

[@asoro_1632]

How much on battery? I only need this to decide. Thanks

[@booooghhjjkdd]

شروین خوبی؟ یه سوال ازت دارم

[@lukeapplegate2169]

I also had a button that had stopped working (fenix 7 47mm) It was the back/lap button, so annoying as I mainly used my watch in the pool for timing my splits

[@frbhedge]

I’ve tried both and prefer the Garmin which takes more frequent readings from the sensor for better HRV and health insights than the Apple. Video doesn’t cover the Garmin Connect app which provides much more stats and contextual data than Apple. Great video though, great to see this comparison!

[@den7k356]

True. He missed almost all important garmin's features :)

[@MattSpurrTrading]

Hahaha loved the ending to this video haha

[@braddavister137]

I have the AW ultra and had also upgraded from the fenix to the epix pro but I quickly returned the epix for the fenix pro. I like the MIP screen better and don’t have that annoying glow at night. I wear the garmin because of the data and I’ll wear the AW ultra with cellular for the safety. Both are great watches for different reasons, you can’t go wrong with either. Me, I’ll be a two watch wearer 😂.

[@DJ-ru4im]

You must look pretty goofy..

[@braddavister137]

@@DJ-ru4im sometimes but then I see people wearing garmin or Apple with whoop bands and it’s pretty similar so it’s all good. I only wear two when I’m working or running or biking because it replaces my phone if I fall

[@manuelbolanos1531]

@Shervin subscribed! Question: how did you get the app view to infinite scroll?

[@ShervinShares]

Honored! Which app view

[@manuelbolanos1531]

I figured it out. You organized the apps more vertically than like a circle so it looked like you were scrolling infinitely. Thank you for the quick response!@@ShervinShares

[@manuelbolanos1531]

grip app view on the ultra**@@ShervinShares

[@d.oliveras8012]

Love ur videos. I own both Garmin 7x and Apple Ultra. Used to be Hlth fitness dude but not no more. I own Garmin 7x/App Ultra. I use Garmin during Day/Apple during Nite. Still looking for that motivation to get back into that fitness mentality. Your videos helps to get back into it. Awesome videos. Thank U.

[@lukeharris3949]

Thanks Shervin. I have an AWU but Garmin is definitely my next step. I love the the way Garmin show their health and fitness data. Gonna buy a pre owned Epix pro or Garmin Marq.

[@TimHookermusic]

I have a Fenix 7, and my problem with it is that it isn't actually a smart watch and I think that's not mentioned enough. I tried to switch from the AW to the Garmin and in addition to missing texts, I found I would miss appointments and not see notifications. If the connect app goes to the background for too long, it won't push notifications. The calendar particularly runs off of the phone so although they might download, they won't notify you like you might expect. It's the same with weather too in that it won't download new data. If Garmin connect isn't up, there's no data even though the watch technically does have wifi. If Garmin could make a first class google suite integration where it had it's own calendar and list of todo's it would be a suitable replacement for my Apple watch. Until then, it's just a really amazing running watch.

[@KonstantinComentorship]

Thank you for the review! To be fair, however, we should remember about hiking experience where Garmin is definitely a winner :)

[@MATIvmr]

I’m getting that forerunner 965 soon ❤

[@jeffreytillack4709]

Shervin, after watching your travels with the AWU I finally bought one a couple months ago and have been pretty impressed. Apple Pay is so good I haven't used my iPhone since putting the AWU on. Life changing. I've also taken the AWU on various hiking adventures and its altimeter is spot on with my Suunto's and Garmins. Battery life is as expected so it's not relevant for me given what the watch can do. Apple health is a mess and doesn't put all that data into context like the fitness watches do however, so that's a downside for me. But the AWU is rarely off my wrist. I've even started wearing two watches now :-) Love our travel episodes, so keep making them!!

[@ShervinShares]

Yes love it! Welcome to the two watch gang! Curious what would it take for you to only wear one watch?

[@jeffreytillack4709]

@@ShervinShares after years of wearing a sports watch (Garmin and Suunto) I kinda feel a loyalty to my Suunto's since they've seen me through multiple ultra's. Plus I'm a data nerd and I love their stats :-) My biggest gripe with the AWU is the wrist temperature - rarely works, just sporadically and I have no idea what's going on. Kinda annoying on $1400 (AUD) watch!

[@pphmmr4]

Why apple watch does measure sleep if you never have watch on wrist due to empty battery in the evening? With Garmin you can measure sleep because you don't put watch off wrist since there is no battery issue.

[@PremusRed]

Bro. How many credit cards do you need

[@luqeckr]

i think the VO2max history on garmin can be found on the training status

[@denisea.9033]

I think it’s in the performance stats

[@mattcavett8094]

Hahaha I love the part “Oh my gosh I just switched from Apple to Garmin and now I’m an Apple person” hahaha I’ve done this about 50,000 times.

[@r2stik]

2:36 speed comparsion MAP garmin VS MENU apple?

[@rcuadro]

The AWU is missing alot of the core features of the Garmin Fenix but, you can get 3rd party apps to make up. There is nothing wrong with the AWU gathering data and then having 3rd party apps display and analyze. I just wear them both

[@chadshawver3870]

Sucks though that you have to pay for features on the Apple Watch that you get on Garmin for free.

[@rcuadro]

@@chadshawver3870 very good point

[@bloatedtonydanza7798]

Your running seems to be improving bro. You’re looking like a black haired Marwari stallion riding to the hills ☠️ keep it up brah

[@greuju]

Now that's a way to compliment. 😂

[@omarlynn2992]

I have both.. 🤷🏽‍♂️ I use them for cycling and sleep tracking. Plus I'm a gadget junkie.I think the Whoop does the best sleep tracking

[@ShervinShares]

Love it

[@evilphuk]

does that mean you wear them both at the same time or varying by activity/workout?

[@Cadence_W]

Good to know! ❤ As always, great video.

[@Tmacademia]

Apple Watches are sweet, I just like the idea of having something that is unique and most people with smartwatches don't have. I'd say 6 out of 10 people with smartwatches have apple Watches, and like 1 out of 10 have Garmins

[@Emil-Bal]

1 out of 10 do sports!

[@Samanthayoung69]

Love your vdo

[@spatarubogdan2857]

I have Garmin epix pro gen 2. Display failed after 2 months. This is not ok for a 1000 euro watch..

[@ImpalerVlad]

Garmin epix pro 51mm has a battery that will last a month in smartwatch mode. And the Garmin Connect app provides way more data than Apple health.

[@gustavolomeli1087]

I loved this review! I’m going to sell my Apple Watch ultra and get the epix.

[@macb.631]

Why?

[@nicholasrutherford2871]

I love your content. Such a good variety of videos and information. But when you do a comparison video against an Apple product it’s so easy to see your “fan boy” come out and play. You totally skipped over the fact that the AW Ultra doesn’t start your activities all the time when your starting an activity with the action button. If you’re going to point out faults with Garmin just make sure you’re being fair across the board.

[@Das_Germaican]

Ultra by far. Garmin needs to step up their game. I have an epix gen 2 and I constantly find myself questioning why I have an epix gen 2.

[@ShervinShares]

Ultra all day