Garmin Enduro 3 Hands On, First Run, and Display Comparison! (The Fenix 8 to Get!)

[@jenHry-ng3pw]

A month ago somebody on reddit asked for ideal watch. I said: something like fenix, with fenix software, mip display, thinner bezel and plastic backplate to save weight, and no solar layer over display. And here we are , enduro 3 is exactly what i wanted.

[@jakejoyride]

Enduro 3 is currently best Garmin watch in my opinion.

[@dallasdevries9421]

Its ugly. Which is fine if you dont care about that but if im forking over $900+ I want it to look good. The yellow on the watch the the wrist band are pretty meh. We are to the point where many different versions of Garmin will satisfy all but the most extreme athletes. Many versions have solid enough battery life to let you hike for days in various power modes to easily make it. The Fenix 8 looks beautiful IMO...if im going to spend that kind of money its going to look nice.

[@BleakVision]

It's great to see MIP displays still making incremental gains. It's very slow, but still very noticable compared to say, six years ago on my FR 645. I will stick with MIP for this generation. I also hate all black data fields during activities!

[@zsoltthebolt]

Enduro 3, best looking Garmin 👌

[@arilaine6113]

Best option. I don't need it to be diving watch, don't need mic and speaker, solar sapphire mip display is my choice, huge battery and it's cheaper.

[@highseastrader4190]

Best Garmin watches right now : Epix Pro (51mm) with a discount if you want AMOLED Enduro 3 if you want MIP

[@foetor]

Bought it, got it, love it Thank you for your video!

[@mattiamele8808]

I think that Garmin is nailing the point every year. Last year people ask for a microphone and speakers and now we have the fenix 8 with a fantastic amoled and all the feature that we need (and don’t need 😂). A sportwatch with some smartwatch feature. The enduro is for those who don’t want all the smart features (and the amazing display). Which is the best? It depends on what you want! 😉

[@Sjir-v3r]

I am definitely getting an enduro 3. I dont see the appeal in the fenix, as I prefer a lightweight watch, and I dont dive, and done care about the mic

[@phehibs]

Get the epix pro then 😅

[@Sjir-v3r]

@@phehibs battery life not good enough, and no solar

[@phehibs]

@@Sjir-v3r mine is around 10 days or so, how's that not enough battery life, where you going Everest?

[@LifeCycle1978]

The weight argument is a foolish one. You would never notice the difference, it’s all mental.

[@YellowSock66]

the weight difference is mostly down to the wristband nylon vs silicone. the case only weights of the fenix 8 amoled titanium 43mm and 47mm are lighter than the enduro 3 and you can buy a separate light wrist band to get an overall lighter watch

[@bsmukler]

This is even better than I was hoping for in a revised Enduro. I’ve owned the Fenix, Tactix, and Epix Pro series watches, all in 51mm, and the weight was bugging me (I try to wear the device 24 hours a day). As you mentioned, the weight difference is immediately noticeable in hand, and the included strap is very comfortable as well. The extra millimeter in thickness is visually noticeable, but not a big deal, given how light the device is. I also like the new button mechanism, which has a surprisingly good feel considering you’re not actually pressing anything inside the case. Home run, in my opinion.

[@AndriySaychuk]

So, eventually, after reviewing whole F8 lineup, including E3... The conclusion is - 965 stays for one more year 👌 best out of all worlds.

[@Mr.Feanor]

Good, but not the best,for sure👍😉

[@pedrovorpholiveira9154]

Concordo.

[@GarminPro]

No golf gps no thanks lol

[@del1313]

Same here! We will see if the 975 tempts me, but for now, staying with the 965.

[@Mr.Feanor]

@@del1313 Dude, even fenix 7 is better than 965 ,even the future 975 or even next generation...and you're tqlking about fenix 8 or e3, like nah...I'll stick to my 965...this is great🤣🤦‍♂️

[@jeffreytillack4709]

Great watch. The Enduro has always been an awesome piece of tech and to me, the best Garmin ever. The price is steep, but then again I wasted almost as much on an Apple Ultra which I should have put towards this 😢 Great video too.

[@fivos.harisiadis]

I just bought it !!! It’s pretty nice 👌

[@Sinasi08]

The enduro 3 is the best 👑👑👑

[@erg0101]

Nice video, just placed an order for this Enduro 3 today. Can't wait!

[@fivos.harisiadis]

🙌

[@Joey92]

Enduro 2 user here, although the 3 is nice I can’t justify the upgrade for now.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Enduro 2 is still 💪

[@brotaque]

Same here. Not enough reasons to upgrade from an already awesome watch. I'll definitely skip this generation.

[@FiveMinutesAndroid]

Same here!

[@eriktred]

Fantastic review. Sticking with my epix pro that’s lasted through my baby ultras no issues. Enduro 3 would be my choice if I were buying something from Garmin’s latest releases.

[@trailzrock2]

Love the AMOLED on the Fenix 8 but it's just not for me. I'm vain, I want my watch to look like a regular watch, not another phone on my wrist. Still loving my FR955, but the Enduro 3 would be on my wrist if something unfortunate was to happen to my 955

[@dnice362]

Garmin looks like a regular watch. Apple Watch looks like a phone but the enduro at 51mm is to big

[@alepioveable]

Wait for the Fenix 8 Solar. It's MIP, hopefully as good as the Enduro 3.

[@dbgfwbe1497]

You’re right, share your experience. Don’t need the diving functions, don’t need a AppleWatch looks like display, hate the microphone… stable, durable Garmin… so much decision goes to Enduro 3.

[@MD-tr1yv]

I’m glad they removed the 10% pv cell over the display. Looks better than the 2!

[@noisetin]

165mm circumference and Enduro 3 looks actually a lot better on your wrist then Fenix 8 47 on wrists with larger circumference that I have seen. Kind of crazy! Enduro 3 slowly grows on me...

[@AddingLifeAdventure]

I have the 6X. Sure wish I had a flashlight. I am not sure when I will upgrade, but the Enduro 3 has peaked my interest.

[@HunzaTech]

Great initial look at the Garmin, though I'm looking forward to your Pixel Watch 3 review.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Stay tuned!

[@Sozialkompetenz]

I have upgraded the Tactix Delta to a Tactix 7 Pro 2 months ago. I'm fine for the next quarter or so, 'til the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is out and the cycle begins all over 😂 I'll skill the Fenix 8 for sure, unless a Tactix 8 pro is out for xmas. 🎅

[@scriptosaurusrex]

More money than sense? Haha I mean you do you, if you can afford it, but it just seems so wasteful. Sure a new watch is a little better, but they are rarely world changing, especially if they are just different flavours of the same watch...

[@KonstantinosDouros]

It's funny that most comments are about people staying with their previous watches but miraculously until Christmas everyone wears the newest ones. Have you noticed that Facebook Marketplace is full with Fenix 7s?😂 Personally I really like the look of both Fenix 8 and Enduro 3. I wonder if Instinct 3 is a bit useless now after seeing the Enduro 3. OK it will probably be half the price but Enduro is now both light and battery beast.

[@marcinstyle85]

Fenix 8 looks stunning is not that big different in the price both are expensive anyway so I will go for top model

[@Pewpew_123]

I’m a bodybuilder and not an endurance athlete. Should i get the enduro 3 or should i get the fenix 8 solar 51mm? I’ve been told the fenix 8 is better for bodybuilding than the enduro 3 because it counts reps, sets and resting time and that the enduro 3 was made for endurance athletes in mind. I used to have a whoop and i sent it back. So i was looking for something that can provide me training readiness like the whoop. I was told that even the training metrics is not optimized for bodybuilding but for endurance athletes for the enduro 3. Which do you recommend i get as a bodybuilder?

[@st_kott]

Thank you a lot for the review! The demo showing how it looks on your wrist is very helpful. I want to update my FR245. It's good in its category and covers the majority of my needs, but I want maps and better navigation functionality. My main concern about the Enduro 3 is its size. I have a similar wrist size of ~17 cm (I’d buy a smaller 47 mm variant even without solar - don't really need it, but there is no such option - only Fenix 8 regular that is more expensive, and I’m not sure if there will be). So, I have some doubts about my next watch option: Forerunner 965 (possibly waiting for the 975) or Enduro 3. Maps on an AMOLED screen are certainly much better, but I cannot imagine a scenario where it’s too critical yet, battery is more important than a nice image on the screen currently.

[@frankniethardt1813]

This display alone is worth upgrading... I couldn't handle the extra layer on the Fenix 7 Pro...

[@jenHry-ng3pw]

Yeah it is my only complaint about F7pro. But I am getting used to it. Got it for a 60% of E3 price recently, if I bought it for more I would be a bit upset TBH. F8 makes no sense for me given the crazy price.

[@frankniethardt1813]

I returned the Fenix 7 Pro and gone with an Epix Pro for only a few Euros more a couple of months ago. I won’t upgrade too soon.

[@johnatnip9516]

So what's the difference between the enduro 3 and the fenix 8 51mm solar? Why does the enduro have such superior battery life? What benefits are you getting on the Fenix 8 solar 51mm that are causing less battery life?

[@cdegenova1761]

Spongebob: I don't need it. I don't need it. I definitely don't need it.

[@mrshadow8244]

staying with my fr965. Have same 1,4 display but are so much lighter and tinner like fenix 8 or enduro 3 and also cheaper.. Flashlight is minus and battery is worse but is still ok, 23 days is still great. fenix 8 and enduro 3 is just evolution not revolution.. if they have 1,5 display, max 13,5mm thicknes and not more like 65 grams, i will go for them, but they dont have. So garmin FR975 with 1,5 display amoled or mip, under 65 grams, under 13,5mm thicknes and with flashlight and under 700€ and you have bestseller.

[@Mikoaj-ub7pg]

seconding

[@electricant55]

Went with an Epix Pro, the deals are crazy good and the battery is good enough on the 51mm model. Maybe I wouldn't mind MIP if I didn't want to use the watch for mapping and navigation.

[@nathancragg6202]

47mm would be killer. The hit on battery would be worth not having a monster in your wrist

[@tompa.s]

To me this is the perfect time for me to get my hands on a used Epix2 ;)

[@MountainRhode]

No buyers remorse in getting a Tactix 7 amoled earlier this year. This does look preferable to an F8 as a back up for me, so light and battery that lasts for ages

[@marcinstyle85]

Guys just wait for black Friday this year 7X/Epix 2pro will be on sale :)))))

[@atjlucko123]

Its been a time seen video like yours! Please one task for you, try in same track Samsung Watch Ultra and Garmin Enduro 3, and take a picture, or part of vide, how they show maps on screen, during the walk, easy rau or marathon, swiming! Thanks in advance my man!

[@Cyborgon]

I actually sold my fenix 7 pro and got the Suunto Race S and I do not regret it. The 7 pro was and is great but the Suunto has and does everything I need. The Enduro 3 looks much better than the fenix 8 and the fact it's cheaper than the f8 solar is mind boggling lol but as good as the Enduro 3 is, I can't go back to all those button presses to find specific data. Garmin need a scroll wheel crown it's miles better.

[@giorgitandilashvili9524]

garmin is like Porsche. It runs the track in ridiculously fast time and you are sure that it will not be able to set a better time next year. But instead of 1 second, they compete for 3-15 seconds. This is also Garmin. After Enduro 2, you would think that they would improve the fairing to normal. But we were wrong here too. Garmin is the best

[@Wonka_Tonka]

I would love a update beginer guide that compare all the current watch ( Im looking to get my first Garmin and don't know which one)

[@Worcestershire321]

I’ll stick with my Epix Pro Gen 2 for the moment. 34 days in smartwatch mode and a 50 miler only eats 25% of the battery. If I didn’t have it already, I’d choose the Enduro 3 over the Fenix 8 though….more bang for your buck re battery life.

[@richardjablonski5893]

great video Dave!

[@Geo-Tactix]

Wonderful presentation and comparison! This new MIP display from Garmin is definitely more advanced than what we have seen before 🤙💪

[@tamerwahba]

Thanks, what do u think about picking enduro 2 now ?

[@Gabrielerf]

Thanks Dave, great review.

[@fivos.harisiadis]

Thanks for the video !

[@MrDarknessBrothers]

Hey Chase, love the videos! Do you ever use your Garmin and Whoop together? Whopp for tracking your recovery and garmin for output?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

I have in the past.

[@Gomrath]

How scratch-proof is the glass Dave? I ask because I have managed to scratch the glass on my 255 Music watch and am bit annoyed at myself as I am usually careful! Considering the Enduro 3 for batt life. Am presuming it does everything the 255 Music does and more. Same software etc?

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

Thoughts on upgrading from the Enduro 2 to the Enduro 3, is it worth the upgrade? Thanks for your feedback

[@DELL.ACNT.]

hopefully they go on sale for the holidays. I want the enduro, but its close to $1k after tax. That's a little steep.

[@ΧρηστοςΕλαιακιας]

Yes F8 is the best,it does everything

[@ybbobmurphy]

I just ordered mine. I'm coming from Apple Watch world, but excited to get away from "smart" features and to move to fitness features!

[@runmvp]

You know that even apple wach se is more precise in gps, hr and so on than any garmin watch right?

[@aydenmuster1297]

​@@runmvp in what world? Maybe with it pinging off cell and phone but the GPS on garmin is unmatched

[@RaDiCaLRyAn69]

@@runmvp the hr sensor yes not sure about gps

[@ybbobmurphy]

@@runmvp Another factor to consider though is what do they do with that data. Garmin collects the data and gives you so much relevant information. I've been with apple watch for 5 years. Plus the battery. My Apple watch series 8 died every day on a multi-day hike, while my garmin friends only had to charge 1-2 times over 8 days. Then on top of that, the GPS data it collected was all over the place. For smart watch, apple is the best. But I'm done being interrupted by my shiny watch. Time to go MIP/ solar + long battery.

[@jamesmc0716]

As someone who went from an AMOLED to a MIP you’ll be slightly disappointed with that MIP screen.

[@baldybiking4171]

Im sticking with excellent Enduro 1 same weight as Enduro 3.

[@Thechosenitalianone]

@ChaseTheSummit - have any of these new offerings from Garmin swayed you from your faithful 965 as your daily?

[@matthewabenoit]

I have an instinct 2x solar that I upgraded to from an Apple Watch earlier this year. I’m a lineman so I need something rugged but doesn’t have to be absolutely bulletproof, love my instinct but miss the functionality of something a bit smarter, thoughts?

[@Samakatoh]

My watch 645 skip too fenix 8 solar 47mm im so happy with fenix, it s perfect for me but so expensive….

[@anagamin6793]

Im with fenix 6x .. so far so good, not sure if i should upgrade to the fenix 8 or enduro3. 😅

[@wesseltendolle]

I’m quite interested in the Enduro 3! I’ve got one question as it is not dive rated, what is the chance of it leaking water into the case after years for use? I’me not someone who does a ton of water activities, but just curious if it’s something to worry about or consider while in the market for a new watch.

[@anthonyrampino7734]

Great video! You answered a lot of my questions. But with all that being said, if I wanted the amoled display and I don’t scuba dive and the speaker isn’t that important. What do you think about the Epix pro vs the fenix 8 since they will probably put the Epix on sale?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

@@anthonyrampino7734 Epix pro or Forerunner 965 would be good choices.

[@anthonyrampino7734]

@@ChaseTheSummit thanks again, I appreciate the advice.

[@SteveShankles]

Garmin seems to have a long way with this Enduro

[@mm27567]

This might be outrageous to ask but, is there any chance you can do garmin marq gen 2 commander smartwatch review? There are no actual reviews of it on yt, maybe because of how expensive it is 😅.

[@cristianocollarin2236]

Love my Epix2 pro 51

[@MaxRothFitness]

I went with the fenix because I want that beautiful screen! Battery is still plenty good

[@scriptosaurusrex]

'Fortunately' garmin connect is horrendous and my experience with Garmin bricking their devices (corroborated by forum users) mean I won't be buying this. Because honestly, if I had not used a garmin before and had _such_ a bad experience from the get go, this would be the watch to get. Coros has been lagging recently. Wonder what their next gen watches will be like, but at the moment it feels like they were a flash in the pan that changed watches for the better that maybe cannot keep up. Then again, suunto looked down and out and the vertical and race are great.

[@jeffreytillack4709]

Yep, just bought a new Race S. The Enduro is awesome but it’s 2.5 times as expensive as the Race and $300 more than the top solar Vertical in my country. Thats a lot!

[@Scott-n8n]

No metal plate on the back and thinner bezel are let downs for me. Thinking of returning the E3 I just purchased and going with an E2 or FX7pro?

[@NegyedMisi]

I wish this was 47mm.

[@RaDiCaLRyAn69]

How’s the heart rate tracking while not working out ( use a strap )

[@markhill8590]

Want the best watch get the 965 in my opinion.

[@The.JZA.]

That solar charging is fantastic. It’s a shame they don’t offer it on the AMOLED models.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

From what they told me it’s not possible on amoled due to the power consumed form amoled. It would be cool though!

[@The.JZA.]

@@ChaseTheSummit But the 51mm AMOLED lasts 29 days with AOD turned off, right? So if the Enduro can go from 36 to 90 days then surely the 51mm Fenix 8 can go from 29 days to something more like 60 days? Even if it only went up to 40 days it would still be worth it. I reckon it’s just a cost saving measure. Considering how outrageously expensive these watches already are, it’s probably for the best that they don’t offer a solar AMOLED model haha.

[@spartano_g12]

Hi, I'm an athlete and I practice canoeing/kayaking at the national level in Italy. I ask you if the Enduro 3 can be good for this type of sport and if there are other watches, again Garmin, that are perhaps cheaper. The Fenix ​​8, as you said in the video, costs way too much. I hope I wrote well in English

[@adimperial]

Why is my coros pace 2 mip display so much more readable than any Fenix or instinct I've had? I have a 965 as well but i don't want OLED anymore. And why is Pace 2 more readable than Apex 2

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Gorilla Glass vs Sapphire. The glass on the Pace has an anti reflective coating. Enduro 3 is quite good though… even with sapphire!

[@jim4990]

Would love to see this in 47mm.

[@techliso]

What about buttons, how they feel in comparison to the previous watch lineup Enduro 2/Fenix 7/7 Pro? Has anything changed?

[@indiemichael]

I’d rather pickup the Enduro 3 but there are no retailers here in Canada who are stocking it or planning to from what I can tell. Lots of Fenix 8 😢

[@SugarLandFishingBros]

As someone who has a forerunner 745 and is planning to do some ultras (100m at most and Ironmans) would you suggest one of the new watches or the forerunner 965?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

For 100 milers the Enduro 3 is a great option if you don't want to think about battery life. The 965 is one of my favorites... I ran a 100 last month without a problem wearing it!

[@Scott-n8n]

No metal plate on the back and thinner bezel are let downs for me. Thinking of returning the E3 I just purchased and going with an E2 or FXpro.

[@skymalotte]

I’m betting the key vibe feels stronger on the enduro 3 due to the polymer back. Less weight to vibrate.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

eh... idk. pretty much the same.

[@skymalotte]

Oh okay awesome! Is it comparable to the 965? That’s what my Wife has and it feels like a stronger vibration than on my 7x pro

[@yannisgogg3749]

if enduro 3 and fenix 8 amoled had the same price what would you prefer?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

I have a heavy preference for AMOLED so I'd lean that way but if you need the battery life the Enduro is the way to go.

[@RyanBetker]

For those who don't dive deep, will they ever reduce the bezel like phones have, for more pixels? .. Or just project 3D hologram maps and have AR showing the pace/place of other runners.

[@radoslavstoev4550]

The Venu and Forerunner series feature pretty slim bezels. Too bad they don't have sapphire glass.

[@OndrejHruby-t8v]

is it worth to upgrade from Enduro 2?

[@bilaltahir9978]

I really am interested to know the battery life when navigating a very long distance course with the map screen on just about all the time for the enduro 3 vs fenix amoled 47mm? I think DCr mentioned it was was only 20 hours for the fenix 8 because the map screen drains better more than other screens. Do you have any data on this issue as i participate in loads of ultramarathons and multiday adventures which require constant following gpx routes.

[@paulmorton8959]

Don’t think it’s worth changing from Epix pro 51mm yet?

[@John117M63]

I wonder if there will be a Tactix this year

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Probably, that's typical Garmin fashion.

[@rexgorman9561]

Garmin has lost the plot with these prices.

[@beastfulrory3]

Only reason why I haven't bought one yet

[@bsmukler]

Thanks!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Thank you! Appreciate the support!

[@-G-Mac-]

Did they upgrade the processor to make things a little more snappy/less laggy?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Same CPU but the UI feels a little smoother.

[@nospavs]

yes it is necessary to have a metal backplate for better durability. Imagine wearing your watch every day swimming with it in a pool or in the ocean. The salt and clorium will distort the plastic case.

[@choanlpoto]

Metal at the back is awsome, I love the feel on my skin, better than the forerunner of my wife. And the titanium give a great patina with time. Even if its not the type of watches people keep for generation.

[@РоманТитов-ж9д]

Ty for rev

[@hernanpagliettini1886]

Hi. My name is Hernan and I am from Argentina. I want to ask if you recommend change my epix 2 47mm for the fénix 8, because the software update. Thanks

[@alepioveable]

When Fenix 8 Solar? Only in November?

[@Alistair_Spence]

Thanks for this video. I had been wondering if the Enduro 3 would be worth upgrading to from Fenix 6X Pro and I can see that it definitely is. One question I had was regarding the usable display area of the Enduro 3's screen. It looks like it's maybe a bit less than the Fenix 8, like maybe the dark area of the solar collector around the periphery of the watch face reduces the display size. Is that correct?

[@mikem4215]

Both have 1.4” displays

[@ChaseTheSummit]

The display is still 1.4" instead of eating into the display area they ate into the bezels by slimming the metal bits to make room for the solar ring.

[@Alistair_Spence]

@@ChaseTheSummit Ah, ok, that makes sense. It's a bit of an optical illusion. To my eye the display area looks a touch smaller but it's good to know that it's the same area that I'm used to on my Fenix 6X. I'm buying one for sure and I'll be sure to use your affiliate link. Cheers!

[@hamstercanibal]

I hate that they moved the charging port on that side. I've noticed some disconfort since I got my Fenix 6X.

[@fitgearhunter]

Is that the 47mm F8 at 10:58 or the 51mm. Looks the same size or even bigger!

[@fitgearhunter]

And holy cow 15,000 views in the first six hours!

[@ChaseTheSummit]

47mm Fenix 8!

[@Mdogbrown]

@@ChaseTheSummitIt looks just as big, if not bigger than the enduro 🤯. That’s deceptive

[@markomelezovic1757]

Would it make more of a difference if I replaced the Fenix ​​7x Solar with the Enduro 3?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

You'll get more battery life, more efficient solar, new Heart rate sensor, new user interface software, and a lighter watch... Is that worth it to you?

[@markomelezovic1757]

@@ChaseTheSummit And does the watch have all the functions like the 7x? You present the Enduro 3 as a watch for outdoor activities, and I mostly use it for the gym, for aerobic HIIT, Cardio and fitness and for cycling outside.... That confuses me a bit...

[@benoitmenigoz1166]

Thanks for the video ! What about the watchfaces? Read somewhere they have removed the old ones 😢, can you confirm ?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

The Enduro 2 watch face isn't on the new one. But there's a lot to choose from along with more you can download via Connect IQ.

[@Salmo796]

Trying Polar x2 this year instead

[@pobishop235]

Question: the Enduro 3 screen has about half the number of pixels as the Fenix amoled. How does this affect the detail and resolution of the maps?

[@ChaseTheSummit]

It's due to the type of display (MIP vs OLED). In reality the difference isn't huge and only really noticeable when you're viewing small details on the map.

[@whaleshark2625]

Really not sure what small wristed MIP lovers are meant to do now. Hoping it might return for the Fenix 8 Pro...

[@scriptosaurusrex]

Coros apex 2

[@abdullaaryan]

Please test solar charging against enduro2 or any other last gen devices. Thanks

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Lots more to come!