GARMIN MARQ 2 Golfer is 2023's Best Golf Watch (it's not even close)

[@LetsPlayThru]

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[@ismathem]

Great video. finaly, a review of the golf features. 👍🏾👏🏾

[@scottt2012]

Asked about that shirt before and now you've left me a link. Grateful for that and for the great content that you consistently provide.

[@LetsPlayThru]

T Appreciate the support🙏

[@macgeng]

Can you please do MARQ 2 VS S70 comparison video. Thanks!

[@smokey04b53]

my beef with Garmin is longevity. Could be me. I'm a military officer and hard on watches, but I've had 3 Garmins from their original running watch to a top of the line Fenix when those came out about 6-7 years ago. Not one lasted more than 2 years. Went back to Suunto.

[@dannymcneal]

I have the Epix Gen 2 and love it for a variety of reasons. Golf is now on another level. Question: Is there a difference in shot accuracy/flag accuracy on the golf course between the Marq 2 and Epix Gen 2? Thanks for another great video!

[@LetsPlayThru]

No difference in accuracy. Epix is awesome, congrats 🍾

[@dannymcneal]

@@LetsPlayThru - Thank you for your recommendation of the Gen 2-love it!!

[@hassanszaidi9]

The Approach line records swing tempo as you play a round. Pressing measure shot also shows swing tempo. I think this feature is missing on MARQ Golfer

[@deanmackogolf8023]

I've got the Garmin s60. I don't know if there are enough new features on here to warrant an upgrade. I would have loved to have seen some of the AI that you mentioned. My only beef with these watches is that when zooming in on the course it takes you from the entire hole straight to your landing area. I wish there was a better way to show parts of the hole with distances to hazards without it being so tiny.

[@LetsPlayThru]

It would be nice to scroll anywhere on the map, totally agree

[@deanmackogolf8023]

@@LetsPlayThru have you seen any other watches that have a better configuration when showing the map?

[@pahhaw4251]

this is exactly why I won't get a golf specific watch, until they figure out how to provide this type of view and give you the satellite imaging....once they do that, it's next level and would be worth my having a watch just for golfing.

[@JoshCousteau]

$2300 for Marq Adventure Gen 2 and $3150 for Callaway Great Big Bertha Iron set. RECESSION IS OVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@p.scottrice8235]

For the price, I will stay with my S62.

[@mejustanormalguy4742]

@@p.scottrice8235 it's the same watch function wise.

[@majheerink]

@@mejustanormalguy4742 No it’s not!

[@andyp.4205]

Your golf videos, are very informative, but when I looked up the price of $2,100, egads. Spring of 2023, I'm going with the Bushnell Ion Elite. I prefer the golf specific info myself but for the person that needs other info this looks like a great offering.

[@LetsPlayThru]

That’s a solid choice for a watch that does the basics great. I think you’ll enjoy that one.

[@vpnconsult]

Nice ending to the video.

[@simonh2011]

I want this so bad but for the price you can get an approach r10 launch monitor, an approach g80 handheld gps and an approach s62 (not that you'd even need them all) and still be about £700 better off...

[@jbh199]

Another informative video Gabe. Are the courses preloaded or you have to download each course. Thanks

[@LetsPlayThru]

I believe they are pre-loaded, there’s no lag at all

[@FengWilliam]

Preloaded

[@jbh199]

Thanks guys

[@ufcfan3940]

Thanks great review I may get this so nice

[@JuanManuelGarzaZarate]

what golf glove do you used for the video? great review btw

[@LetsPlayThru]

Invictus gloves, they’re awesome

[@InstructionalVideoArchive]

Beautiful watch. Luxury item that is definitely beyond my price point. Great review!

[@chrisgilligan4968]

The golf rich features may be more abundant with this watch, but the Fenix line of watches should be similar to this in terms of GPS accuracy. You can pick up a Fenix 6 now for under $500 (in Canada....probably much lower in the US). The Fenix 7 is $770 in Canada - so probably around $500 +/- in the US on Black Friday deal. The fit and finish isn't quite as premium as this watch (although still very good) and like I said - it may not have quite the same level of detail for golf....but it will give you accurate yardages, it will keep score, it will track your club yardages....and much more.

[@InstructionalVideoArchive]

@@chrisgilligan4968 thanks for the info, I’ll check it out.

[@archosbreak]

So cool watch! But i got one question. Just in terms of functionality, especially for golf, does it differ from epix gen 2? It does not seem except the outside part

[@LetsPlayThru]

Correct. Functionality is the same as the Epix Gen 2 except for the battery charge port is now magnetic, and more premium case materials

[@hassanszaidi9]

The Approach line records swing tempo as you play a round. Pressing measure shot also shows swing tempo. I think this feature is missing on MARQ Golfer / EPIX / FENIX

[@azlananuar3315]

Is the golf feature the same on the other Marq series?

[@malantoine]

Hello, thanks for the review. Is there a size difference between Epix 2 and Marq Golfer ? Both look pretty big, but I was wondering if Marq was even bigger than epix. Many thanks

[@LetsPlayThru]

Just about the same I’d say

[@bentottle917]

Gabe, quality content as usual. What a stunning watch, but way too expensive sadly.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Ben. This weekend we will break down the entire Garmin line with some good lower priced options in the mix.

[@bentottle917]

@@LetsPlayThru I will look forward to that sir. Stay well.

[@peterghyara6967]

I had bote h watches, Marq and Marq 2 for 4 weeks. Frankly speaking, nope they are both not worth it. Got myself the approachs62 and now I am very happy. I got the Marq first , for 1800 euros then I got the Marq2. I really don't know why this watch should cost 2400 euros nor the normal Marq for 1800 euros. The Marq doesn't even have a touch screen. I had spoken to Garmin but naturally they asked me to compare the differences between the 2 watches, differences, hardly found any. OK for people who run,hike,surf and and and, ask myself who does it all. I play golf, tennis, dive and swim, but frankly speaking nope wasn't worth it. I tried it with tennis, but maybe I am stupid, I had to buy an extra app for scoring etc. The most annoying thing was inspite of paying all that money Garmin went and took another 100 Euros from me for their app, madness. I got the money back. By the way I did get all my money back. To come to an end, these watches are overpriced and have nothing to do with a premium watch. If you have the money to spend then buy the watch, if you want something really good use the s 62. Originally I was planning on getting the Tag Heuer, but I was told not worth it.

[@tjhouse6465]

Very nice review. I have the S62 and it has exactly the same golf functionalities. This watch looks more expensive (and it is), but for using it on the course I don't see a difference. I'm still waiting for Garmin to implement software that lets me track how long my putts are and how far from the flag I am when I have hit the greens with different wedges, irons etc. The technology is there on current watches, but I suppose they'll add it to sell the eventual S64

[@darunia484]

Is s62 a lot better than s60? Noticed s60 was $100 cheaper

[@tjhouse6465]

@@darunia484 The main difference is a bigger screen, full color courses and the virtual caddy. I don't use the caddy much because I know my distances. but it might be something you want. I like the display size and the design enough to pay a little extra. If all you care about is how much it will help you on the course, I think the s60 is a fine choice too

[@hassanszaidi9]

Does the S62 measure Swing Tempo while playing a round?

[@desiignvortex8765]

Is the club average distance (for each club) feature an averaging of all your shots or is it a certain amount of recent shots (such as last 30 shots)

[@Gatorgolfusa]

Your always do a thorough job of explaining during your reviews! 🐊🏌🦅🇺🇲👍

[@LetsPlayThru]

I try, thank you 🙏

[@YayaGolf777]

I don’t know about you guys but I can’t play with a big watch on my wrist? It’s annoying as (fill in the blank). I like my Garmin S10 just fine. Had Edwin Watts $25 coupon and traded in an old putter walked out for $87. It’s a thin great gamer, simple and checks off all the boxes. I think at times us golfers over think the game a bit? I’m happy to have a birdie putt pretty much any where on the green. Just curious, does the bigger golf watches bother any one else?

[@JaybirdCU]

Debating between this, the Epix Gen 2, and the s62. My reservations about the marq 2 is the price. If I want to be flashy, I have a few Tags I can wear. My reservations about the Epix is that it seems there were some golf features not available on release, virtual caddie, wind direction, etc. My reservation about the s62 is that it basically 3 year old tech at this point. Have firmware updates made everything available on the epix at this point? Is there anything from a pure golf standpoint that the epix cant do? That is where I am leaning.

[@LetsPlayThru]

I think Epix 2 is the sweet spot personally. Does everything the S62 does with a way better screen and more fitness features. Especially if you have nicer watches, it makes sense.

[@hassanszaidi9]

Approach models such as S70 records swing tempo as you play a round. Pressing measure shot also shows swing tempo. I think this feature is missing on MARQ Golfer / EPIX / FENIX

[@jman000]

I'd love to see your opinions on the Apple Watch Ultra as a golf watch. I use mine every day with Hole 19 or the TaylorMade app and only lose about 25% after 18 holes, which was similar to my Vivoactive 4.

[@petegalindez9961]

I too have an Apple Watch Ultra that I use with the Arccos system. Haven’t used it much yet, but so far, so good. Battery life is sooooo much better than my old Apple Watch 6…I charge every 3rd day now!

[@freepat101]

My only complaint so far with the Ultra for golf is the bulkiness of it. I use the 18 birdies app and it works great. Tried switching to my right wrist since I have a glove on my left hand, but it just feels odd that way. Only other thing is I feel like I’m spending too much time looking at my watch.

[@adamkreuz9068]

So the software is the same as what you can get on the Epix? I love the look of the Marq Adventurer but I want the golf features, sounds like I could!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes same as Epix

[@neilcaulfield7840]

Gabe, I'm a bit boring. I like my basic S12 watch. It's lightweight and does the job. Not a big watch fan if l'm being honest, but this way watch looks cool.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Hey they are all great Neil. As long as you enjoy it, that’s what matters my friend.

[@albsteiner]

After watching your videos since S62, not a mention on putt performance/accuracy ? Other than that, great job

[@LetsPlayThru]

It def doesn’t pick up putts all that well, haven’t found a system that really excels at that TBH

[@geoffmetts6352]

I've been looking at the Fenix7 and Epix2 but please feel free to send me that one!

[@whitedime]

When you move a pin will it save there or default back each time

[@LetsPlayThru]

It will save there for your round.

[@MrLittlejonboy]

Should I put this on my list for Santa? My S10 2015 model is now showing it’s age. Might take up to 2 minutes just to find courses that I standing at.

[@clw22580]

For $2000 it would need to push my cart read greens and clean my clubs That said I’m looking for an alternative to Arrcos

[@LetsPlayThru]

S62 could be a good choice too. Big holiday sale on them at PlayBetter this week

[@clw22580]

@@LetsPlayThru yeah 1st I gotta figure out if I like or could get used to a watch on my lead wrist while playing looking at shotscope too

[@mikescott8894]

S62 is great

[@peterwynne4169]

Hey I've been using Shotscope for 7 months now and find it great. Records most shots and now I'm use to checking distance of each shot. Has helped me with club selection as I'm not hitting as far as I think.

[@clw22580]

@@peterwynne4169 yeah Arrcos is good for that too my problem with it is really ok it missed a shot no big deal but during the round it won’t let you go back and add that shot in right away it keeps taking me to the next hold no matter how many times I click the previous hole to edit

[@adamdeleon9058]

Does the watch respond when touching the screen with a golf glove or does it need skin? (Silly question, but it applies to me.)

[@LetsPlayThru]

It should work even with a glove

[@jmutube789]

This may have been addressed below but do you know if I went with the Marq Adventurer or Athlete (for a more conventional look) instead of the Golfer (the green bezel ughh), would the functionality and GPS accuracy for golf be exactly the same? I currently have an S60 and a Venu 2+ that i wear interchangeably on the golf course and the GPS for the latter is wildly off sometimes from the more-accurate S60. If this issue spills over into the non-Golfer Marq series that would be a very expensive paper weight purchase!

[@ThomasHoffDE]

assume you got your answer, but it's yes (asked Garmin yesterday on a chat.). if you bought the adventurer, curious how you like it. considering the same - Marq Adventurer with a lot of golf use....

[@jmutube789]

Been the proud owner of a Garmin marq 2 Golfer for over a year now, so it's been tried tested and re-tested on repeat. Firstly I quickly changed my mind about the strap which I thought was going to be the downside, I love it and haven't even bought a second strap because I'm perfectly content with the original (Lazada sells replacements for next to nothing but still not bothered!) Overall a great watch and had no itches this far to change a thing. Hasn't improved my golf in the slightest though except the swag and style I bring to the teebox with the jewel on my wrist😂

[@davidrichard4300]

That is very nice. Can it link to your phone to notify you for text and calls?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes it can indeed. I never do though as I don’t like the distractions, but there if you want it.

[@TienFu]

I noticed in the video your hand was green. Was it from the watch strap?

[@LetsPlayThru]

they sprayed a dye on the greens and it gets on the golf ball

[@philrizzuti5790]

Hey Gabe, what glove is that?

[@LetsPlayThru]

It’s from a company called Invictus. I love it.

[@philrizzuti5790]

@@LetsPlayThru I assume online only right? I’ll have to look into it, my hesitation online is always sizing

[@petegalindez9961]

That looks awesome! Unfortunately, my 53 year old eyes can’t read that sized font :(

[@ryanbaxter1130]

Do you have to pay a subscription for the courses?

[@LetsPlayThru]

No everything is included

[@MrJeffreyTSanford]

Other than size compare it to a S70 47mm?????

[@hassanszaidi9]

Approach models such as S70 records swing tempo as you play a round. Pressing measure shot also shows swing tempo. I think this feature is missing on MARQ Golfer / EPIX / FENIX

[@jeffcook8842]

Excellent video however myself and several thousand other visually impaired golfers will go that’s nice but useless to me I would really appreciate it if over the winter you could review several hi quality range finders that would speak to us can be wrist or hap mounted don’t really care at the moment I use a basic golf buddy for a rangefinder however it only does direct line it does not account for slope does not account for dogleg and will not store information thank you

[@tcofield1967]

Looks pretty awesome. Not sure that I want to spend as much as the watch runs but it will come down over time and by the time I am ready to replace both the S42 and the I-Watch it should be in a range that won't get me in too much trouble with the spouse. Too much.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Too much 🤣🤣🤣

[@riservaditempo]

nice bird :)

[@Catman39]

Now they just need a new rangefinder!

[@LetsPlayThru]

I would t be surprised if we see one in 2023

[@dantediego]

Hey you should upload videos in 4k. KZbin pushes 4K videos more than they do regular hd (look it up). If you notice Rick Shiels and good good golf all their videos are 4K and they get Hella push. Everyone uploads in 1080p because of file size and their computers but you guys should invest in higher-end equipment especially if you guys are reviewing products. We need higher resolution. It's 2023

[@LetsPlayThru]

Curious, what device are you watching on? When I started The channel everything was 4K and it didn’t seem like the juice was worth the squeeze. Most folks who watch this channel are on mobile (55%).

[@JoshCousteau]

@@LetsPlayThru your video quality is just fine. i have it set to 1080 and it is very clear

[@colmastro4373]

$4500AUD for a glorified epix? Garmin has lost their damn mind. $3000 extra for a bit on titanium and sapphire? samsungs 5 pro entire watch is only $800 and it's titanium and sapphire. Apple watch ultra is $1200 and it's titanium and sapphire. How does garmin justify charging $3000 extra for a couple bucks worth of titanium and sapphire lol?

[@ChessGriffin]

Still gaming the Takomos?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes indeed :)

[@Ken-wc7po]

I have the new epix 2.. but the golf graphics aren't good yet.. hum

[@hassanszaidi9]

Approach models such as S70 records swing tempo as you play a round. Pressing measure shot also shows swing tempo. I think this feature is missing on MARQ Golfer / EPIX / FENIX

[@andyboy134]

seems like its a S62 with nicer materials?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Quite a bit more feature rich than the S62, this is closer to the Epix but with premium materials

[@andyboy134]

@@LetsPlayThru tried to find it for purchase, says its only available for pre order. Have you any info on launch date?

[@robertshields6214]

I really like the watch but they lost me with the green. I currently have the S62. Spending this much on a watch you want it to be your everyday watch but the green ruins it. Bad choice Garmin!

[@FOURTEEFIVE]

It’s a ten dollar bracelet

[@ActuMoto]

As anyone compared it to the Tag Heuer?

[@johnason1398]

Build quality looks better than S62. I have an S62 which has almost all of same features. Cannot see what you are getting for almost $1700 more. Sounds like an ego trip to get the most expensive watch with no additional features. Count me out. I will stay with the S62.

[@GeneMoretti]

If I knew it cost $2000 right from the start, I'd have said goodbye!

[@johnkeeney1554]

That watch does everything my S62 does and its $1500 cheaper

[@richdouglas2311]

Some of the golf features are non-conforming, like the wind gauge and the slope adjustment. I prefer a rangefinder, although the pointing feature (towards the pin) is intriguing. I have a Suunto G6, which measures swing length, speed, and temp. I'd love to find a good watch to replace it. (It is no longer offered by Suunto.)

[@nbargolf]

Real nice watch but at almost $2000 I'll pass.

[@LetsPlayThru]

It’s def the Lambo of golf watches

[@glenngribble7483]

I'd have th sell my car to pay for that watch.... waaaayyyy too expensive for the average golfer..... but saying that I wish Santa would bring me one 🤔🤔

[@90donallen]

where did the hat come from?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Country Club of Rochester up in NY State

[@wayneshephard]

At 4 grand it would have wanted to shower, dress me and cook my breakfast, crazy money really. Great review though, nice features over my Enduro which I feel is significantly hampered using golf, why can't Garmin add all Garmin Golf features to watches over 1k?

[@K9388-n3z]

I love the watch but seems like they never do any software updates or take any advice. Not to mention customer service….

[@dannymcneal]

I bought the Garmin Epix Gen 2 based upon Lets Play Thru’s review and recommendation. I’m very happy with the frequency of updates-surprised actually, but welcome.

[@kevinspeight4664]

Way too overpriced, I went with the Golf Buddy, battery life is not great but way better than S20

[@mikeburke3660]

Never epix 2 far better

[@BeaulieuTodd]

ok

[@teddyzamba1396]

Now, if it could only tell me the decibel level of my faaartz on course, and what hole I was the loudest...nice...!!

[@garethbranigan9277]

😂😂😂 It's a £2k watch ffs

[@DrRockso.]

Nice nine minute infomercial.