This Golf Watch Will BLOW YOUR MIND! // Garmin Approach S70 Review

[@LetsPlayThru]

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[@shawnwitek9613]

Where is the link you want used to order from Play Better?

[@foundationdigitalmediallc3869]

Nice review...Would be nice if they had a diopter adjustment for the screen to help us folk that need readers. I had lasik for distance but my close up vision fell off immediately.

[@jawjuh1005]

Just finished my first round with the S70. Absolutely loved it. Coming from the Shot Scope X5 which I returned I like this much better. Great info on the course, I could always see the screen, the touch screen was very responsive even with a golf glove on. You don’t get the same level of stats SS gives but I don’t need that. I did compare the distances it was tracking on my clubs and it was comparable to what SS was seeing. The averages made sense so I don’t see a need for CT10’s personally. I’m a 12 hcp. Just my thoughts. Hope it helps.

[@LetsPlayThru]

sweet!

[@pan0568]

Did you find the course maps a bit sluggish on the screen? I am, but am wondering if it is just my watch.

[@jawjuh1005]

@@pan0568 it’s not something I noticed. Looking back on it I don’t remember it that way but it could just be a matter of perception I guess.

[@KTK_Rockstar]

Do the trees actually resemble real trees on course or are they just to add depth and detail?

[@jawjuh1005]

@@KTK_Rockstar to be honest I didn’t really pay attention to that. I play again Thursday I’ll try to remember to look. I would be surprised if they did though. That would be some amazing detail.

[@jordanryan92]

I watched all your original videos around the earlier Garmin golf watches. I’m glad to see the channel still going strong. Congrats.

[@jwheels9876]

$700 is a bit steep but it looks like a great watch. Gonna stick with the s60 for now and maybe get this one used and cheaper a few golf seasons from now

[@andrew_lee_]

I'm a big fan of Garmin and own S62 and other Garmin watches. I hoped S70 woud have 5 side buttons like other garmin watches for more ease of daily usage, and change the charging cable to magnetic one. It's a disppointment that those haven't changed. Other than that, it looks amazing.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Garmin Fenix is on Sale. We need a “Fenix on Sale vs S70” video. ❤

[@UNDEADMANGUY]

I have been a big apple watch guy but it's more tedious than not for me with golf and my battery life barely lasts a day without even golfing and it usually dies after a round because of the GPS drain. I had been saving for an Apple watch Ultra but this looks nice. I may have to give this watch a bigger look since apple watch has been meh for me.

[@jawjuh1005]

In the same boat as you my friend. I’m going with the S70 which is kind of a big deal since I’ve used Apple Watch since they first came out. I’ll use the S70 as my daily driver.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

@@jawjuh1005 I leaning that way. I have tried prior to a golf round turning off notifications in my Apple Watch and missed important messages later on that day. Had my Apple Watch (AW) ping during downswings and putting. Tried using everything from Arccos to GHIN app on AW, all are too distracting to me. Gonna “try for 60 days”. Proably go back to just my scorecard, pencil and rangefinder.

[@joshuaroots6661]

This is an outstanding video and thank you for the in-depth analysis of the Approach s70. I'll be curious to see how it stacks up against the Epix (Gen 2) as it pits AMOLED against AMOLED at a similar MSRP price point. Not gonna lie, the "shadows" on the trees of each hole may be my favorite improvement over the rest of the Garmin watches (golf or otherwise). I'm curious how you, and others who have worn the s70, feel about the size of the 47mm. From the the video, the 47mm model looks large on the wrist for an EDC, but the 42mm might be far too small. Anyone have experience with it yet? Opinions on the different sizes?

[@bobcattmatt]

THIS

[@jkbuckway]

I agree. Really curious to see it compared to the Epix.

[@louisecarson355]

Great review - Thankyou! Been using my old Fenix 5 or Garmin g80 for golf and can’t wait to upgrade with all these new features. Any feedback on how easy it is to use the watch (and touchscreen features) with the smaller 42mm size? Just concerned the smaller screen size might make this a challenge / or is it not that noticeable? Assuming the 42mm watch may have sacrifices with battery life vs the bigger size too ? The challenges of small wrists!

[@jsweat67]

So many great features on this watch!! And congrats on the 50K followers!!!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thank you John 🙏

[@shanewilliams1216]

I just bought my first golf watch in the Shot Scope X5, as I was a BIG advocate of the GameGolf device ( the all-red one ) until it decided to quit working this golf season. I like tracking my game as it does help me i finding the areas i need more practice. I have not received my SSX5 yet as $300 bucks is my limit on all these golf GPS enhancement products as $700 bucks for the Garmin is a bit steep for this old retired guy. Nice review by the way !!!

[@LetsPlayThru]

I hope you enjoy it, it's a great watch too - especially the post round analysis.

[@shogoonp.bechler4601]

Hello, please, where can I find the watch-screen seen at 0:20 ?

[@LetsPlayThru]

The "Play Golf" screen is found by hitting the big red button on the side.

[@shogoonp.bechler4601]

@ many thanks for your quick answer 🙏 but, as I am struggling to find this screen, would you help a bit more and tell me in which section specifically I must look for ? "Best paying screens", "watch faces with data", "simply extraordinary", …. ? Thank you in advance ☺️

[@GolfAddict]

Re improvements: For the money I would expect it to be able to keep more than just one score, it should be able to show your stableford points as well as your stroke play score, sensors need to be improved so that all shots are recorded, the ability to let the watch know if you've played a shot from the rough, semi rough, just off the green etc would give more accurate data for each club. Information on the stroke index for each hole and as I have said already the app could be hugely improved as well.

[@LetsPlayThru]

The good news here is that I was told by the engineering team that the virtual caddie now can detect the lie - sand, fairway, etc. and that goes into the calculation.

[@GolfAddict]

@@LetsPlayThru thanks but given that it can't even detect a normal shot 100% of the time I can't say I am too confident that it would recognise a shot from the sand. For the money they expect you pay you are getting a nice but second rate product. What they should be doing is giving the sensors for free with the watch at the very least! Also as for the virtual caddie, how does it differentiate a full nine iron from a nine iron being punched from 60 yards?

[@breakingeighty]

For what it's worth, this watch can keep stableford score as well. Just need to go into Golf Settings to do so. It also gives you stroke index with just a couple swipes down on the main screen.

[@GolfAddict]

@@breakingeighty Hi, and thanks, I know it can record stableford scores but it won't show you both at the same time as far as I can tell. Also, is it the S70 that provides the stroke index as I can't seem to find it on the S62 as swiping down on the main screen does nothing, nor does swiping up. I am assuming you are referring to the main screen for each hole?

[@breakingeighty]

@@GolfAddict Yes, sorry it's on the S70 that shows stroke index.

[@neilcaulfield7840]

I have the S42, Gabe. Got to admit l love it. This watch looks fantastic, but a tad pricey. In saying that, I'm amazed at the amount of golfers who don't have a watch or range finder.

[@LetsPlayThru]

It’s true. I know for many years I would just eyeball things. Shaved a bunch of strokes once I knew the actual distances to things.

[@flyfishaholic]

One feature I didn’t see mentioned which is a step up from the S62 is that the S70 connects to wifi which means no more connecting to a computer to update, it can be done wirelessly via your home wifi. That was a welcome surprise when I got it home!!

[@Skyhorizon1006]

So no software update for s62 or any other Garmin watches? I used to love S62 and still use it, but the golf app needs major update before convincing other users to upgrade.

[@jawjuh1005]

I received the watch this afternoon. I am coming from an apple watch 7, and iPhone 14. the screen is amazing. very sharp. the watch seems really large to me but my wife says it looks good and not too big. One thing to note for those of you thinking of making this a daily driver, I can receive text messages and phone calls on the watch but I can't do anything with them from the watch. I can answer the phone but no one can hear me speak. I have to use the phone. I can't tap on a text message and reply. Have to do that from the phone. If anyone has figured out how to do this from the watch I would really like to know. I can only imagine golf will be fantastic on this thing. When I play, hopefully tomorrow I'll leave my thoughts. I also do a lot of biking and walking.

[@tommihuhtinen8975]

Why someone who owns Apple watch buys separated watch for golf when you can use TAG hauer golf application with it which provides same functionalities as S70 and has been doing it already multiple years?

[@jawjuh1005]

@@tommihuhtinen8975 yeah. It’s a valid question. I can’t speak for anyone else but for me I was thinking of upgrading to the more expensive adventure Apple Watch in the fall. I do a lot of cycling, hiking, fishing and golf. The battery in my Apple Watch barely makes it through a day much less to keep on during a longer sports activity. Also I tried Arccos and other golf apps on the Apple Watch and just was dissatisfied with them. They work yes but I wasn’t super happy with them. The other point is this watch will replace my Apple Watch. I get all the same notifications I got on the Apple Watch. I have a little disappointment that I can’t actually respond to apple notifications on the garmin but so far that hasn’t been an issue for me. Also the battery is incredible. I received and started using the was last Wednesday. I have played 1 full round of golf with it and have worn it constantly since I received it. Besides the initial charging I have not charged it. Right now I still have 69% battery. This thing will go a week between charges. I just got back from a trip and didn’t take my charger. That’s nice! So I still have some time to decide how this will fit in my life but so far I’m very happy with it. Your mileage may vary.

[@islandsnow]

I assume you can turn off slope to be tournament compliant? Do you know if the s62 bands will fit on the s70?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes and yes 😃

[@Darkspeed3333]

Is auto shot tracking works perfectly, without ct10?

[@patrickdegraaf2766]

Hi, nice vid, question you might know.. do I need to have the gamin app open during my round in order to see the 3 elements?

[@elcapifromthecockpit8062]

Hey Gabe! Do you know if club data transfers from the R10 to make the smart caddie’s suggestions more accurate? What order would you purchase the equipment in, R10, CT10 (or Arccos), S70?

[@YouTubeBarberAcademy]

Do you think the epic 2 would get this update?

[@tomasnorre]

Does it have tournament mode? Slopes is not allowed in such.

[@stevenholmdahl1162]

Sorry, perhaps a stupid question...But how do the watch know what clubs you are hitting? Do you need to do that manually for each and every shot? Or do you need to buy the 300 Euro tags for the virtual caddie to work? TIA!

[@LetsPlayThru]

You can do it either way. You manually choose the club after you hit it when prompted. Or if you have the sensors, it will do it automatically.

[@jackychuang4692]

Would love to see epix2 vs s70 video. Both watches are amoled screen and both have golf functions integrated.

[@sebastianpietz9170]

Any insights on battery life? Seems like a great watch, thank you for the awesome video!

[@donnyd0613]

Great review. I really want this now. I have a S20 which seems really bare bones having watched your review. Ugh. Maybe I'll check out a used S62 for the time being.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Just my 2¢... but better to keep what you've got and save/hold out for what you really want then to buy something just to hold you over. I've always regretted those decisions. Either way, good luck!

[@supersaiyanyaaj4219]

What are the Golf feature is it the same from s62 or Garmin add some new feature. I was wondering if they incorporate Punch shot, lateral drop or re-tee and OB, instead of you just add penalty. Also how about green slop indicator.

[@ccdccd8615]

There is one aspect that you did not mention. I own the Garmin S60 and the Epix Gen 2. I don’t play golf with the Epix because it feels too heavy on my wrist and the S60 is noticeably lighter. I’m considering the S70 because it has the great oled screen AND is light. May not matter to some people, but for some it will.😊

[@LetsPlayThru]

I mean i literally weighed them on a scale in the segment talking about weight 🤣

[@ccdccd8615]

Oops

[@jasoncblackwood]

I came here looking for comparisons to the Epix Gen 2, so I appreciate this. The S70 is sold out everywhere right now.

[@ccdccd8615]

@@jasoncblackwood I really like my Epix Gen 2. I got the non Sapphire edition which I like because it looks more like a regular watch. I wear it all the time and LOVE the battery life. Most other smart watches (at least the ones I have owned like the Samsung watches) can barely get 2 days before needing recharging. That said, I do not wear my Epix for golf as I intended to do when I bought it. One reason is the weight and I own the Garmin S60 which is much lighter. The other advantage of the S60 is that it is only a golf watch and I find dedicated devices such as the S60 easier to use because they only do one thing. I plan to get the S70 for a number of reasons: 1) I love the screen on my Epix which the S70 also has; 2) the S60 takes too long to get a satellite lock (the Epix is much faster); 3) in sunlight, the S60 is hard to read due to glare; and 4) the watch just feels really old in 2023. If the weight does not bother you, I agree with the reviewer that if you own the Epix Gen 2, the S70 probably isn’t enough of an upgrade. However, I will probably buy it anyway because I can afford to do it.

[@latenite3931]

@@ccdccd8615 bro really?? what were you doing? lmao

[@redefinedM3]

In the market! Why get this over an Epix 2/Pro? Thanks!!!

[@sdiver68]

Thank you for review. I'm not sure what this does that Fenix 7 does not? Particularly in terms of tournament legal features. Do you know, is the heart rate monitor the new upgraded 1 being shipped on their other high end 2023 releases? With EKG?

[@daddyharry6065]

Have Garmin improved the soft rubberised rectangular strap holders that break after a while? I have a paperclip bent to form so it holds my excess strap after the buckle on my Fenix 5x.

[@jeroenpeeters79]

Thanks for the review. Will these features also come to the Fenix 7?

[@LetsPlayThru]

I don’t believe so, as I was told Epix 2 and Marq 2. But I’m not 💯 certain

[@bobble3633]

Really enjoyed the video, my Apple Watch bit the dust and really want to try something new. Question I have is, are garmin golf watches an everyday app friends affair with things like music, texts, etc - or are they really so focused on golf that they really just for the course ??

[@LetsPlayThru]

It will play music and the S70 can even store mp3 tracks on the device. It will receive notifications and alerts, but it is not a device to reply back to texts with, send emails, etc.

[@CharloTengco-wn5os]

Hello! Does it have Open water swimming function? Thank you

[@redefinedM3]

So how’s this vs the Epix and the Marq?? Looking for a new one ASAP. Thanks!!

[@stevebates9747]

I’ve got the s62 which is great, but this looks fantastic. If only Garmin could sort out their golf stats like Shot Scope or Arccos 😢

[@ThomasHoffDE]

arccos integration would be amazing

[@finnkennedy]

Yeah, also S62 user, watch is great, app is so so. The way it calculates distances is terrible, not good at outliers. And if the data is bad, virtual caddy will also be affected.

[@soupy01833]

my only gripe with the watch is the app. it is lagging behind the competition, the watch itself is fantastic

[@JonathanHernandez-dt2hc]

I would like to know how the smart notifications are on this watch? When i had the s62 it was the worst and had no real way of tying with my phone so answering texts or seeing emails and such just was not good for how much the watch costs. Any input on that side of the watch vs the golf side? I know the golf side was amazing on the s62 and i loved all the yardages and so forth for my game. But the life aspect of it for how much it costs was a real let down. Thoughts?

[@tcofield1967]

Hmm. I like my S42 but this looks fantastic. The price isn't substantially higher than the S62 either. I might have to remind my wife that my birthday is coming up.

[@LetsPlayThru]

That’s sounds like a great reason to me 😃

[@tcofield1967]

@@LetsPlayThru It is but getting 'she who must be obeyed' to sign off on it is the real challenge. One gripe, a minor one I guess is that you can't tell what time it is when it is in golf gps mode. I would like to at least have it somewhere (like the bottom) so I have some kind of idea what the actual time is during a round. It is my biggest gripe with the S42. I've taken to wearing my I-watch on my other arm just so I don't have to click out of the round to see what time it is. It's a minor gripe but one I do have.

[@LetsPlayThru]

@@tcofield1967 I can't remember how it works on the S42, but on the S70 one button will bounce you back and forth from the watch face to the golf screen

[@alainsimon3]

Moi aussi😅

[@jamesjones-sx4js]

I've been using the Garmin watches for over a decade. I'm glad they modified the crappy and sometimes un-chargeable proprietary 3-prong charging system.

[@stevecheung2958]

Looks like similar specs to the Quatix 7 but with better course details. One thing I wanted to see was swing path. I know they show tempo so the tech is there. But I guess you can't have it all

[@rudyruiz9521]

Back to golf after about 5 years of not playing. Never good shooting 100-105 normally 112ish probably around my best. With 1 eagle, but many many good holes and ahots. 60-70rounds total ever. I'm going to golf all the time so i just got the s42 on a whim and saw your 1st video s42 vs 62. Then had to type in the channel name to see the S70 video. I ordered one because of rhe intro. 8 mins in the decision was made. Thank you, youe 1st review was probably exactly how I think or would have said if I had the information. Juat a great review that answered every question i would have asked. So when I heard the intro I decided to order the 70 amd give the 62 to the family to use.

[@gavinleeburn5511]

Will.the epix 2 which you reviewed get these uodates with graphics enhanced plays like (it has barometer as well )

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes, I've heard this will happen later in the year.

[@stevebates9747]

Just got mine, it’s fantastic and I’ve come from S62. Only neg at the min is that on the s62 it was easy to scroll through hazards to show distance, on the S70 it takes you to a full and doesn’t seem to do it as well. Anyone else notice this?

[@Celeras]

Are the green contours any better versus the S62? I can barely use it with mine. Takes forever to give me the "downloaded contours" message (unavailable for several holes and no way to download ahead of time) and when it does it randomly rotates on the green and makes it difficult to trust the starting point.

[@T6Hey]

just purchased thanks to your review

[@TyRichardson-d8m]

This is an odd question but what lapel mic do you use. it sounds great

[@LetsPlayThru]

Rode Wireless Go

[@cutch891]

Can you put your known club distances into the app for the virtual caddy?

[@LetsPlayThru]

No otherwise we’d all cheat 🤣🤣

[@codyr4816]

Unrelated question, but did you ever hit any of the c721/722 irons enough to give an update on how the finish on them holds up? Thanks

[@LetsPlayThru]

They are not my daily set, but I’ve hit them enough, and they hold up well

[@deanmackogolf8023]

The amoled screen should have been offered years ago. That said, this watch looks gorgeous. Gabe, how is the ability to pinch and zoom and scroll on a given fairway? Did they fix that feature at all?

[@LetsPlayThru]

You can tap into it to get a closer perspective and then scroll around in there. I think it's pretty handy.

[@gregs.8895]

Great review Gabe! Honestly I would prefer that they quit messing around with auto shot detection. I would rather just input it and risk that I forget one and have to backtrack after the round. Ok, so there might be some motivation behind it because most of the time i'm just out playing for fun and still would like to track the score, but if I am out just messing around I might hit a second shot sometimes and don't want it to add it in. Yes, breaking the official rules, but i'm not playing competitively and just enjoying the day outside... Anywho, that's my biggest gripe

[@LetsPlayThru]

It would be great if they would add a manual option. Couldn’t be that hard I imagine. 🤔

[@gregs.8895]

@Lets Play Thru just have a toggle to turn off the input. Maybe it's there and I just don't see it. One big reason why I haven't flipped to the Garmins. Thanks again for the review

[@jimmyberry2429]

I have the same gripe. I always said I wish they had an ignore or pause option that would allow me to hit a second (or more shots). When I am playing by myself, I do this a lot and it get annoying.

[@KTK_Rockstar]

Are the trees actually real life trees or just there to add detail? I have the S62 right now and the shot dispersion and new slope features are intriguing

[@kkatlvolvo]

Huge improvement in battery would make me consider upgrading. My S60 is at 35% after 1 round so love hearing this. Great review and congrats on the 50K subscribers!!!

[@JPx412]

I keep my brightness on like 20 and it's plenty bright and will last 36 holes

[@GOLFADDICT65]

Hi Gabe....would you choose the s70 or the Epix Gen 2 or Epix Gen 2 Pro or the Apple 8 series with a golf app ? ....i want an ultimate golf watch that i can use everyday for health stats and as a watch.....does this fit the bill you think ?....thx...cheers from Canada

[@LetsPlayThru]

S70 for me

[@moregooder914]

I was all in before the price, I couldn’t fathom considering this at that price point, especially with an integrated band. I’ll stick with my Fenix.

[@GOLFADDICT65]

is there alot of watch faces available ? with alot of info displayed ?....thx

[@LetsPlayThru]

About 10 options and then you can download more that people create. You can choose any data you’d like to display.

[@stan9968]

Sorry if this question has been asked. Is the new garmin more accurate than its predecessors?

[@LetsPlayThru]

The virtual caddie is more accurate, and the “plays like” distance is more accurate since it takes more factors into consideration. The straight GPS is the same.

[@stan9968]

👍🏻

[@redfooty08]

I was about to buy the Epix 2 today then I saw this about the s70! I can get either at identical prices here in the UK. Now I don’t know what to do!

[@LetsPlayThru]

If you were mainly going to use it for Golf, I would definitely say s70. If it’s just something you do occasionally then Epix.

[@mikeley1274]

A question I have is can you take practice shots while using this watch? For example I am in fairaway hit a shot, miss the green and want to drop a ball and hit a second one from same spot but just as a practice shot?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yeah it only assumes you've taken one shot from any given location, so no worries there.

[@legend9018]

Good review, it should be noted that the s62 has many of the health features that the s70 has including sleep analysis, body battery, pulse ox, stress measurement etc. The are a plethora of apps on the connect iq store that can really turn the s62 into a powerful smart watch. That being said the s70 does look pretty nice with the amoled screen and the plays like distances that take in a number of factors is a cool feature. Wether that worth it is obviously up to you.

[@mem30075]

agreed...I'm staying with the S62 (does all I need) until the S70 drops down to a $400 level.

[@vinebutton]

Great review, i’m sold 😂 has the profile slimmed down to a similar size of the 42? The 62 was just too clunky for me.

[@LetsPlayThru]

There is a 42 mm option now. It’s a little cheaper, that is the one I would recommend if you like the S42 size.

[@vinebutton]

@@LetsPlayThru cheers Gabe… appreciate the reply!

[@Giovanni-zc1lv]

Ordered mine immediately this morning! So excited! Thanks Gabe!

[@LetsPlayThru]

I think you are going to love it, congrats🍾

[@Giovanni-zc1lv]

I have never been a watch guy and like wearing fitness bands as of late. It will be interesting if I can wear it at night. The sleep tracking with the Mi Fit 6 and 7 has been helpful for me Ox Steps Pulse Stress etc all for $45 they are awesome. I tried the galaxy watches always underwhelmed. Not a Apple guy either. As far as Golf goes. Cart GPS and/or a laser has always been my choice. I am going to get the CT10 full set and take 1 more swing at breaking 80 on a somewhat consistent basis as I am turning 60 in August. I am hopeful the watch checks all the boxes as a daily and golf aide and companion. I am glad Garmin finally did what I have been waiting for...a big beautiful bright screen with all the tech! Keep up the great work with the channel! Cheers

[@wingshorns1768]

Thanks for the review Are the golf features the same on the epix 2 (non pro version as its not released yet) and the S70 the same? What are the key differences now, in the absence of a software update for the Epix?

[@LetsPlayThru]

More or less, yes. Virtual caddie has improved and there’s a bit more data, but this will roll out to the Epix 2 eventually I hear.

[@wingshorns1768]

Geez that was a super fast response. Thanks!

[@umhahahaha8112]

I bought epix gen 2. so far Im happy with it..

[@BloodySoup74]

Great review! I'm not a watch guy but this might tip me over on buying one. I have really skinny wrists so might consider the smaller one but i don't want it to look girly lol.

[@LetsPlayThru]

I’ve seen quite a few guys wearing it definitely does not look girly

[@Tyhjm1]

Awsome review. Why would you choose this over the epix 2 as the price gap is near to nothing and the epix seems to have alot of extra fearures?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Well, at this point, the Epix does not have any features the S70 doesn’t that I can see. But the s70 has the new maps, virtual Caddie, and plays like distances. That will eventually get rolled out to the Epix but right now only s70 has it. The other reason would be the actual case dimensions. Much more sleek on the S70. Both are great, so can’t go wrong with either.

[@NoPlayJack]

@@LetsPlayThru I was coming to ask this as well because I just bought the Epix on sale (arriving today) but also now have the S70 on the way so I can do a side by side comparison. As long Gabe says the Epix will eventually get the same golf features then I'll just plan on keeping whichever one I like the look of / form factor. It seems like the hardware is virtually the same.

[@phisigboy]

Congrats on the 50k

[@mirkokleiner6264]

any information if and how the S70 integrats with the garmin r10?

[@scfdrookie]

Do you know if they will be updating the golf app on the Epix?

[@LetsPlayThru]

We should see it on the Epix 2, yes

[@Khaladas]

Do you think the Epix2 will get any of the golf activity updates? I don't get why they would unlock these things for only certain watches...

[@LetsPlayThru]

I addressed this question toward the end of the video

[@Khaladas]

@@LetsPlayThru Ah thanks sorry I didn't hear that part :) Yes lets hope they push those updates to the Epix2, I am not sure the current software accounts for the wind, or if it does it's not as clear as the way it was shown in your video for the S70. Thanks for the video!

[@FLYBOY123456789]

just ordered it...thanks for the review...

[@LetsPlayThru]

My pleasure, congratulations 🍾

[@noControl556]

Will the shot data from the S62 transfer over for the virtual caddie or do you have to start from scratch again? Does the screen come up right away when you look at the watch or does it take a second to come on or do you have to flick your wrist around to get it to wake up sometimes? The "e-reader" always on style screen on the S62 is something I enjoy for that reason vs. my Samsung smart watch which always seems to take a lot of effort to get the screen to turn on.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes, you can pick right up where you left off from any Garmin device you've been keeping track with. As for responsiveness, it's really quick with a wrist flick or a tap on the screen. Nearly instantaneous.

[@sfjeanfrancois]

Great review ! One issue I have with these watches (i use my Apple Watch Ultra) is that the buttons are on the right and when i swing the back of my hand ends up at touching them (yes i like to wear the watch close to the wrist) Any way to disable / lock the buttons while swinging?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Hmm, good question. I don't know the answer to that one, but I'll try to find out.

[@dwayne5530]

When I had an Apple Watch, you used to could rotate the screen allowing you to swap the band positions and the buttons to be away from your wrist. I had to do that because I was doing like you, my wrist would push the buttons

[@andrewferguson1013]

@@LetsPlayThru Assuming it's same as S62, then yes, you can lock the screen very easily and quickly! However, note of course that to enter club selection and/or change screens for further information, you'd then need to unlock each time, which could be quite laborious after a while! That said, that was my big concern before I purchased the existing S62! I am pleased to advise that my concerns were totally unfounded! I have used my S62 extensively, and can count on 1 hand the number of times it has changed screens due to my wrist, or jumper, etc! This is all on the premise of course that the S70 will be the same, but no reason to think it won't IMHO!! Andrew

[@BlackjackCZ]

It looks really nice but $649! Pricey. I will stick with my Approach S20 for now.

[@ryanr6240]

I agree, their pricing is way off-putting, from a $299 S42 to a $500+ S62 to a $650 + S70...too much of an increase between models

[@henrikfrengler7903]

Hi. Is the band interchangeable?

[@PJo336]

Any idea of improvements in the golf watch app will come to the marq and epix?

[@LetsPlayThru]

As I mentioned in the vid, I think the new features will roll out to the Epix 2 and Marq2 later in the year.

[@PJo336]

@@LetsPlayThru sweet thanks, somehow missed that!

[@ghstrdio]

Is there something that connects to your bag? I can't wear watches

[@Muadib223]

Great, I bought a S62 literally last week and now there's a new model out...

[@Rizqi1010]

The dispersion is new and nice, but with how I play right now, I can't imagine how big the box would be. -S62 owner who has just bought it less than a year ago 😢.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yeah it can be scary 🫣

[@simonaleman6946]

So no new range finder for this year? thanks for this video

[@LetsPlayThru]

My pleasure. Doesn’t look like it, but I was surprised to see this watch released in May too. So I guess anything can happen.

[@dr_tez]

Do you know if the dispersion feature adapts to your particular tendencies? Or is it kind of just a cookie cutter visual that they show to everybody?

[@LetsPlayThru]

It’s based on your prior results

[@dr_tez]

@@LetsPlayThru Thanks! I'm a little turned off how it is shown as a pretty perfect rectangle, because actual dispersion patterns are like a sideways oval. But I'm definitely nitpicking because it's just a watch.

[@myopenmind527]

A lot of the stated features would be illegal under R&A and USGA rules. Can you switch them off when playing in a competition?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes, you can turn off the slope calculations to make it tournament legal

[@GOLFADDICT65]

ahhhhhhhhhhh still on the fence between the EPIX GEN 2 sapphire or the APPROACH s70.....want an all around good smart watch for golf also / health stats / fitness stats etc.........need your help....which do you think i would be most happy with ? can not believe how tough this choice has been for me to decide...one day its yup s70 then next day its the Epix....HELP ME GABE....LOL... thx....cheers from Canada

[@LetsPlayThru]

I already said s70

[@GOLFADDICT65]

@@LetsPlayThru lol....thought maybe you had a change of heart...lol...cheers

[@GOLFADDICT65]

@@LetsPlayThru I ended up ordering the EPIX PRO GEN 2 in 47mm sapphire today...it has all the same golf stats as the Approach s70 i found out...hope i made the right choice...lol....thx again for your review

[@mingye]

Wow! I just bought the S62 last weekend. Guess what?! I’m returning it. Just ordered the S70 from PlayBetter. Thanks for getting the news out. I love the smaller form factor - 42mm! It’s a much better fit for my smaller wrist. Can’t wait to get it for my golf outing this weekend!! Thanks for the news. Super helpful!!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Nice! You’re REALLY going to love this one I think.

[@seanlafontaine8526]

I just got the x5, how do you think they compare? I don’t love the screen on the x5, but another $300 for sensors on top of a $700 is pricey. The x5 interface leaves a lot to be desired, but I know the shot tracking and data is good.

[@LetsPlayThru]

The X5 is the best when it comes to post-round analysis. It’s a solid watch too IMO. I think if I just bought one of those, I would probably stick with what I’ve got, and maybe when prices are on sale sometime down the road I might consider splurging on the S70.

[@seanlafontaine8526]

@@LetsPlayThru This is a big help, thank you!

[@MikeSoutham]

would have loved to see the sizing side by side with a s42 and does it still allow NFC payments? (assuming it does)

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes, Garmin Pay is still in there. The smaller version is going to be very close to the S42 in size. The larger version will be about 4mm bigger.

[@warrenandyiching]

I love Garmin in general and I use the golf features on my fitness Venu 2S. However, I have found the mapping isn’t always complete. It misses several hazards on many of my home courses. Have you found this to be true?

[@LetsPlayThru]

In the past, I have seen that occasionally as well. However, the maps have been completely redone with this release and I found it to be even more accurate.

[@warrenandyiching]

@@LetsPlayThru Thanks for the quick reply. I think I have just found my new smartwatch. Now if only Garmin could add solar charging to their AMOLED displays, they would make the perfect watch!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Oh yeah, 💯 - that would be sweet

[@pan0568]

Just got the S70, but am finding the course maps pretty sluggish to scroll. Is this a common issue or just me?

[@stevoCdownunder]

How does it compare to arccos with link?

[@GolfAddict]

Looks like a nice upgrade, has the Garmin app been upgraded as well as it is very poor.

[@LetsPlayThru]

It’s been getting subtle upgrades over the last couple years, so guess it just depends on when you last tried it.

[@GolfAddict]

@@LetsPlayThru I have used it every day for the last 9 months, the upgrades must have been very subtle as it is a clunky app to say the least. Also when I finish and save a round on my S62, I can't go back into that round to see the scores for each hole and have to sync the watch to my phone to do that.

[@justbobgolf]

What a great watch. Do you pay some sort of subscription for the caddy app as well, or does that come as part of the product? I know you mentioned the slope of the green functionality, but just wondering about the subscription fees and so on.

[@LetsPlayThru]

The virtual caddie is standard. The only add-on is the green heat maps.

[@michaeldiruocco]

might be a bit of stupid question but do you think any of the features would roll down to the s62 at all?

[@LetsPlayThru]

There is no such thing as a stupid question. But the answer is, I don’t think so. I think they want to have some reasons for people to buy the new one.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

I’m a 70 year old that plays 2 - 3 times a week but I’m a 21 handicapper. To improve my game, would you buy a Garmin R10 or a S70?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Will the R10 get you hitting balls an extra 2 days a week? If yes, that. If not, watch.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

@ I like the way you think! I am thinking watch. I have an older Apple Watch but its screen is the smallest one they have ever sold. Southeastern North Carolina weather. If it’s not to hot or cold or windy, I’d use the R10 with my net or on the driving range 15 minutes away from my home. But I actually have a space indoors. It currently has a slate pool table in the way. Need to donate it to someone that will move it out. So, with a little moving around and installation of some netting and a mat, I could work. AC and heating works. Maybe the R10 will motivate me to fix up a simulator space. Grandsons would love it.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

@ checked big box stores near by. Have R10 and S70 in stock. I’m going to sit them side by side and think out loud: “Will the R10 get you hitting balls more than two three times a week, if not go with the S70”.

[@deadeye9338]

do any of the aviation watches have all of these features ?

[@ChristopherDavidMitchell]

My question with ‘tournament mode’ is how do others really know if you’ve got it turned off. I can just feel the accusations coming if I played well at a tournament

[@incmplteGORILLA]

Is there any subscription cost for the watch to use it?

[@LetsPlayThru]

No subscription for all the base features. There is a $100 annual subscription if you want the green slope maps. I don’t think it’s necessary though.

[@breakingeighty]

Fantastic review as always, Gabe! You should just consider yourself lucky we didn't get to face off on the 19th hole. I was coming for ya.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Next time we play for an Old Fashioned 🍹

[@breakingeighty]

@@LetsPlayThru YOU'RE ON.

[@shezzasid7386]

Can these Approach watched also be used for other activities like running or are they solely for Golf?

[@LetsPlayThru]

It will track any activity or sport you engage in from skiing to pickleball.

[@jamescosgrave5518]

Does it do triathlon?

[@jackychuang4692]

Would love to see epix2 vs s70 video. Both watches are amoled screen and both have golf functions integrated.

[@DavidFoxGavafox]

Great review -- have just upgraded from my S62 based on that! (Anyone want to buy a second-hand S62 ...)?