The $1849 Pilot Watch. Garmin D2 Delta PX Aviator Review.

[@turbo_jimmy4065]

I have owned the D2 Delta PX for nearly a year now and I agree with Stefan. It’s a really cool watch. But it would have been much smarter of me to spend the money on flight training. It’s good to track the accuracy of circuits etc. I don’t regret spending the money but you absolutely don’t need this it’s just a cool toy. Keep up the awesome content mate!

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks for sharing that James, interesting to hear another perspective from someone who bought one. Hope your training is going well mate, and thanks for the positive feedback.

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

I have a son who has a plane, well 2 of them really, so this would be a great gift. May not do the 1800 but now I know something maybe he doesn't know ;)

[@turbo_jimmy4065]

Stefan Drury, thanks for the reply. Training is on hold for now but I am fortunate enough to work in the aviation industry as aircrew so that satisfies the bug. If you are ever in Perth or want to have a look at some interesting aircraft feel free to contact me.

[@nanterre38]

I bought some years ago the D2 Charlie because I am a private pilot. Nice to have it but frankly speaking, I have never, never used it during a flight... Plane instruments coupled to a iPad for any flight informations are quite more relevant and reliable. The good point is the autonomy of the battery which can reach more than 2 weeks before charging. Just to say that I will replace it by a Samsung Gear x more useful and easier to use for a day to day life.

[@tjjones2907]

Yeah, but sometimes you just NEED a cool toy. The list of things this watch does is mind boggling.

[@LaurenMiddleton28]

Just bought this watch for my Uncle who flies for American Airlines.. He LOVED IT. Worth every penny..

[@joematties7557]

Hey long lost niece...how you been?

[@kichini275]

@@joematties7557 🤣

[@kylephilippides]

His videos are so high quality yet he gets so little views 💔

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Kyle, I love the audience I have. As long as those watching are enjoying and benefitting from my videos, that's good for me. I'm not trying to be the next Pewdiepie :)

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

You have to love to fly and travel. Not being affraid. The world is meant to explore. With a milkshake of course.

[@demomax94]

@@StefanDrury Steph the next 100 mil subscriber channel?? :O 😂

[@nsw72]

We belong to the "quality" part of the equation, not "quantity". 😎

[@thekman1096]

Want more views, do more videos with Shannon she's hot!

[@clearofcloud2038]

Thanks for the review . I appreciate the fact that you took the time to explain that "it depends on what sort of pilot you are" !! Keep up the good work

[@memeegg6662]

"now this watch has been sent to me...." *drops* 0:10 later: "i have to be very careful with this watch" lol

[@alexstoll4622]

Looks great for those times when you're not in the cockpit but still need to fly your airplane.

[@arpandrozario7959]

the price of the watch looks a year when a battle was fought.

[@crosstian]

Ah, the Battle of Novara

[@Inner1991]

Lmao

[@marcelorsc]

Hi! Can it be used totally independent, without any connection to iPad or Phone, to be used as a backup EFB? Or in parallel to another EFM like OZRwy, but no Garmin apps? Does it require a Garmin Pilot or equivalent subscription with Garmin to be used, download maps, etc?

[@benjaminfox7105]

Great review Stefan! Definitely up there in the 'nice, but don't need!' I've had a love/hate relationship with Garmin running watches over the years. The joys of waiting for a 'sync' to complete before a race was always frustrating! Take care mate!

[@StefanDrury]

I love my Forerunner 935 for running, best smartwatch I've ever owned to be honest. The battery life is crazy good and the tracking I find is really accurate. Yeah there can be a delay whilst it finds a GPS signal I get that too, but often (if you have clear view of the sky) it's often not too long. Thanks for watching Benjamin.

[@ieonhuang4067]

Hi I just been wanting to know if the moving maps display the rings of the controlled airspaces?

[@jassy6046]

😹😹😹 0:14 I was still laughing when you said you’d have to be careful with it 😹😹😹

[@StefanDrury]

I was always going to drop it at some point, was just a matter of time...

[@petronics2454]

Absolute humorous and informative entertainment....... Thanks Stefan! Really well done. The fact that the D2 has an Analogue face makes it very appealing to me. The integration with the Nav suite is fantastic and the Garmin App is....sweet. I would gift it to my very ill brother, so as to get him flying again. I imagine it could be of the greatest value if one was to loose your GX-650 in the air; another means of redundancy. God bless stay safe..

[@Chris_the_Muso]

I'm wondering if this would be a useful product for GA aircraft and pilots that don't have a cockpit full of modern avionics. I'm thinking of those that fly historic aircraft, experimental aircraft, PPG pilots that do cross country and similar. Something compact on your wrist would be far more manageable than a tablet on your knee board, especially for PPG use. Something that you can set up (presumably) a warning on the pulse oximeter to let you know if you are approaching your limits would be great. Having some basic navigation capability would also help to keep an eye on fuel when you meet an unexpectedly strong head wind, and a way to double check heading and ground speed in cases where you don't have the instrumentation or something unexpected happens.

[@NZSambo]

Any good use of fat numbers around screen ? Looking more disruptive for me :( . My daughter brought Fenix 6 about week ago - LOVE it - huge display , but it is not "avionic" :(

[@roydoggy]

I have the Garmin D2C Titanium, been amazing for military, fixed wing, and float plane flying. The watch is going on three years now and it’s made it through two deployments. Unfortunately the titanium band didn’t make it more than a year and I had to buy another band due to manufacture defect, $200 USD (Garmin wouldn’t cover that). A fellow pilot bought the D2D and I literally wouldn’t pay an $500 USD to get three additional features: Pulse Ox, Garmin pay, and 500 song capacity. I wear this watch for work, working out, and flying. If you want a cute lil watch to listen to music, digital pay, text, phone calls, and other life’s conveniences don’t get this watch. Go with another company or dare I say get an Apple Watch. The D2D isn’t justifiable since they didn’t upgrade the screen or any of the features you actually utilize during flying. Save yourself money and get the D2C or wait till the D2E comes out with hopefully some upgraded features for flying. Ultimately don’t spend the money for the D2D instead put your money towards flight training, aircraft avionics upgrades, or save up for a plane. If someone gave me the watch or if you can acquire it like Stefan did then go for it.

[@loopbackish]

Yes, this watch is technologically amazing, but it is just a fitness watch with flying functions bodged on. The start/stop for flying "activity" drives me up the wall. It isn't designed for pilots. I'm an airline pilot and software developer so I just wrote my own apps for my watch. In a few hours I could write way more useful and reliable applications.

[@vulcan6438]

What type of watch do you use for flying?

[@mbirth]

@@vulcan6438 For flying? Probably that type that's built into the instrument panel and their legally mandated backup counterparts. ;)

[@mjotd8670]

Don't like to miss your videos Stef, so pleased that I "Watch"ed this one....

[@StefanDrury]

+10 Internet points for excellent pun.

[@mjotd8670]

@@StefanDrury Thank you Stef..lol

[@cloudstreets1396]

The watch has its own internal database? Is it a subscription service? Do you need subscription to access METARs and TAFs? Thanks for the vid.

[@JohnDole]

Yes it has its own database. Ive had it for a little less than a year and haven't paid a dime. No meters and tafs come through no problem.

[@waheijnen]

Hi Stefan , when I hear an aircraft coming over wherever I am , I always look at flight radar 24 and you can see what aircraft it is at what speed etc...etc.... On this Sunday November the 10th there was a cirrus sr22 flying over where I live , Doreen and landed at Yarrawonga aero drome at a calibrated altitude of 6850 ft and a speed of approximate 185 knots . I just wonder if it was you ?

[@waynelakey6573]

Interesting watch! Thank you. Great safety pilot beside you!

[@abdulkreemalsultan134]

It must connect with the aircraft to display all the informations right?

[@StefanDrury]

It connects to Garmin Pilot and Garmin Connect apps on your iPad to get data.

[@PilotBusaKaine]

I upgrade to the D2 Delta PX from the D2 Charlie. It’s a great watch, the titanium band it a bit average, the first locking mechanism broke after the first month. Garmin wants the whole watch back not just the user replaceable band. Not great given the watch band is worth over $320 so its not great.

[@taletehc95]

That cut at 3:22 is when we waved hi to you from the c172 at the bowser! :D

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks for waving, hope you had a great flight.

[@fast86gti]

what limitations does it have if any should you not have any other garmin products in the cockpit? it says it syncs to other displays, but if all i have is my phone or ipad how limited is the functionality of the watch?

[@blue1901]

I don't think it can pick up GPS signal inside a commercial airplane... I use my phone to track the plane location but have to hold it really close to a window

[@Nostromo_1]

I have the Garmin MARQ Aviator pro. I was able to track my entire flight from inside a commercial plane. It will also not work if you are not against a window.

[@petronics2454]

If Garmin doesn't start sponsoring you and the Channel, well, they are missing out "Big Time". I would purchase the D2 Delta based on YOUR APPRAISAL ALONE..... cheers

[@StefanDrury]

Ok so this is the comment I need Garmin's marketing department to see...

[@petronics2454]

Then, please send if off to them Stefan

[@nha__6825]

Can someone explain what are the numbers on the watch frame ? I know it’s something related to the 24-hour but how to use it

[@craigwillis3372]

A very expensive toy...but full of high tech etc. Stef what would happen if I put my Navman car GPS unit on the windscreen of EYZ ? I presume it could give me some form of guidance and given I can enter GPS co ordinates into it it may be of some use ? I know I am good at silly questions !! Another great video and well done as always !!

[@omarjones1460]

You won't be able to easily enter coordinates.

[@Glassesboi]

Even flying for fun if you are solo it's a bit unsafe to fiddle with.

[@rockeyroy1]

Garmin says the O2 sensor is on all models and that they start at $699 US not the best reporting, NO it is NOT worth 1860 AUS dollars IMO

[@philchia4764]

what is that silver/grey thing hanging off his headset on the LHS?

[@StefanDrury]

It's an attachment for the oxygen boom when I'm flying higher altitudes. It attaches to the headset so I can easily clip the oxygen boom in and out. Video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKi2qZ-kh6mhg9U

[@GeneralKenobi-mz9ig]

Stef your video quality amazes me! So epic, thanks for inspiring me and others!

[@creativewerksinc]

As a Cirrus pilot pull the CAPS handle cover off when flying!

[@chomanthapa]

Extremely great quality and engaging video. Sad the audience is limited for garmin. They should 100% sponsor you!

[@billnicholson2470]

Not a pilot but too expensive anyway. Cool though. How much is that in US dollars? Thanks Stefan.

[@astronaut77]

I admire Garmin watches except for the one that has barometer as the barometer get stuffed and stop working after a short time (average 2-3 months) and I had to claim 9 or 10 watches on warranty and get them replaced until I fed up with that process and decided to get a refund.

[@clearedtofire]

You said since it wasn't a sponsored review you were going to be very frank and very honest. So, if it WAS sponsored, you wouldn't give an honest review??

[@bdanza]

you can actually do a bunch of the aviation functions on your 935, and the 945 is basically the exact same as the d2 but plastic instead of metal

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Brian, maybe I need to compare a bunch and make a "the best smartwatch for pilots" video.

[@bdanza]

@@StefanDrury That would be a good one. Anyway, I use my 935 all the time for flying.

[@AV8OR51]

Yes, almost. I was able to load the airport database to my 935. However, I found that Garmin limits the flight tracking abilities. For example, Garmin Connect will not properly speeds greater than 141 mph on the track.

[@DanielPierce]

The Sailing version does allow you to control your yachts autopilot...

[@StefanDrury]

That's pretty cool, imagine if it was voice activated. You wouldn't have to put your drink down.

[@AV8OR51]

I have been using the D2 watches for almost four years. I agree that it is worth the price. But there is nothing else like this to compare with. For student pilots, no, spend money on flight lessons.

[@omarjones1460]

Think of it as 3 watches. A $5000 Omega X-33 can't do what a D2 can. The Omega is more readable, cockpit friendly, and higher quality. Fitness Land Navigation Flying

[@OmarKnowCars]

Wish my flight instructor was this good-looking 😍

[@goncalolemos5932]

After having the bose a20 ...ok but in my opinion it takes a lot awareness away to play with it.....

[@JohnDole]

You dont really play with it ever; having owned it for almost a year. Its nice for, stopwatch, direct to(playing), metars and tafs, Zulu time. Thats what I use it for.

[@Joshdavies146]

If your ipad and gps system both failed would the watch still work for track etc?

[@Joshdavies146]

Say the battery/alternator in your plane died and your ipad overheated

[@omarjones1460]

Yes. Watch doesn't depend on the I pad. The I pad is used mainly to alter flight plans.

[@jonathanirons231]

Love how you can see the curvature of the Earth in the park ;-)

[@StefanDrury]

Haha, "curvature" of a flat planet. Nice try Jonathan...

[@jonathanirons231]

Stefan Drury If the Earth were flat, cats would shove everything over the sides. ;-)

[@MrRathel]

Why a watch to show same information u have in front of u on avionics?

[@spiro5327]

Looks like a good thing although i don't think it is something you really need. Always enjoy watching your content Stef, thanks mate.

[@Dr.Tree13]

how's signal in a jet? like a global express or a phenom 100?

[@omarjones1460]

Not great. You gotta keep it near the window.

[@Gadgetdad007]

The battery is non replaceable. 😱

[@laserflight]

Does it fly the plane also?

[@mbirth]

Not quite. But you can connect it to Garmin Connext and get instrument data on the watch.

[@yrguitar1]

I just got the fenix 6x and love it. The d2 is based on the 5x so that's why I went for this one

[@mbirth]

The D2 Charlie is a Fenix 5X (non-Plus) with a different firmware. The D2 Delta series (there are 3 different models) are Fenix 5 Plus models with a different firmware. The 6X Pro doesn't have a D2 equivalent (yet?). If Garmin releases an update, it probably will be the D2 Echo series. Or Foxtrot if the MARQ Aviator counts as a D2.

[@yrguitar1]

@@mbirth yeah makes sense but who knows when that will come out

[@mbirth]

@@yrguitar1 Probably not even Garmin.

[@yrguitar1]

@@mbirth Haha true. I like the d2 series but the fenix 6x has more features and benefits to buy the d2 right now

[@omarjones1460]

@@yrguitar1 If you fly get the D2. I have been able to download most Fenix features. Topo maps included.

[@manunathan12]

Amazing video Stef! Really inspired by your great content!

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks for watching Manu, I appreciate the comment, cheers.

[@zoltrix7779]

Seriously, why would a pilot need such a watch. You have all the instruments you need in the cockpit. if you want a real stylish pilots watch, have a look at the fliger watchs from Sinn, Laco etc, or if you like to be blingy, a Rolex AirKing!

[@NarenMariappan]

Subbed to you for the Garmin demo. See what Garmin can do. BTW your videos are high quality and lit.

[@shreddder999]

You can get a watch at Walmart for well under $50.

[@tangerinealarm]

It’s a very chunky watch. And looks kinda heavy.

[@JohnDole]

Very chunky but titanium makes it alot lighter than youd think.

[@sokalsophia4687]

You are a great aviator and blogger.

[@benjking8]

Does the nexrad wx radar work in Australia?

[@StefanDrury]

Sadly not, no NEXRAD coverage in Australia. I believe it’s only installed across North America and some US military bases.

[@kestrel5065]

Stef - 1300 A dollars, that's a heck of a lot of fuel money.

[@MuhammadAli-kashmiri]

Hello sir. Can u tell me how can i become a helicopter pilot. How would i get a license like u got.??

[@alexkoch8716]

I personal would rather buy Bose A20 rather then that Garmin watch.

[@StefanDrury]

How dare you mention that brand on my channel, tsk tsk...

[@alexkoch8716]

Stefan Drury 😂😂

[@XCougar85X]

Nice vid. Too fidly of a watch for me tbh, and that reflection is pretty bad too. (perhaps the video makes it worse? ) If i may add some constructive critisism Stefan, your music is pretty high volume compared to the rest of the sound (goes for all videos ;) ).

[@oliverharrison3635]

Love the videos!! Keep up the great work

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks for watching Oliver, lots more to come over the next few months, stay tuned!

[@Aviation18]

Awesome video man, very interesting!

[@romannevelev4244]

Nice shooting & nice storytelling! Nice!

[@omarjones1460]

I can't believe I bought the Charlie. I like it but this is better. Garmin always gets my money. I love em and hate em.

[@DEAD-cu5uc]

Well that's a tad bit expensive

[@yengsabio5315]

Tad bit?! 😂😂😂

[@omarjones1460]

In the world of flight watches it's really affordable. Look at the Omega X-33 and the Navitimer.

[@omarjones1460]

@NonyaBusiness! What people spend on a watch is NonyaBusiness. All I said was it's not expensive in comparison to luxury flight watches. To some people an Apple watch is too expensive. It's all relative. To each his own.

[@omarjones1460]

@NonyaBusiness! . Again I never told you what to spend your money on. If you can't afford it or you want to spend your money on something else then do that. I just stated that it's not as expensive as other watches. You're the one telling people what they could be doing with their money. I paid $1000 used in new condition. Money well spent. I like it and I use it every day.

[@hugelavalava]

Cool review, I don't think my wife's sense of humour would stretch to buying a $1800 watch lol. Pity they couldn't let you kept the watch Stef.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks, reluctantly posting it back today...

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

What size does Milkshake wear, that's the Real question!

[@StefanDrury]

Milkshake wears the 7mm face option, you have to click on the 'cows' tab on the Garmin site.

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

Glad to know she wasn't left out. Fly safe.

[@TheAlphalimamike]

Garmin needs to speed up these things, i dont see a bright future otherwise, meantime other smart watches are way ahead… thanks for the video, you try the best to sell it…

[@testaccsolutions6784]

Get a Fenix range and change the strap to a DLC - done ; save your $$$

[@damingdaan264]

Stephan drury,,,the mapping of GARMIN D2 DELTA PX it can be work without internet connection?,,,,pls,answer my question,,,

[@omarjones1460]

No internet required. Maps are downloaded prior to flight from flygarmin.

[@damingdaan264]

Omar Jones thanks to your answer bro,,,GOD BLESS,,

[@Jjengering]

Much better to get a Bose A20 headset and a tablet for the same money.

[@MatiasMunoz87]

True

[@lambercarter1849]

Dear Stefan Drury Hello, I am a pilot student at Tristar Aviation. I go there every weekend, hopefully I will see you one day. David SINA,

[@stephengochman7049]

Would love it for you to review the Breitling Navitimer. That's the classic pilots watch :)

[@StefanDrury]

Hmm, Breitling sponsorship 🤔

[@tonycook202]

I enjoy see my flights on FlightRADAR24 and recording the info for posterity & learning. However, not every aircraft at my school has ADSB-Out. That is where something like this would be very helpful. Oh, and the Golf Course maps too!

[@aslankarnuf]

Great video!!

[@lnzzYT]

Got this on my start page! Hope the algorithm will blow you up

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Inzz, hope you enjoyed the video and thanks for checking out the channel 👍

[@alvinzichan]

I still using my garmin d2 charlie

[@NathanChisholm041]

I'll stick to using Garmin pilot for now!

[@planecarfanaticjosh9086]

nice video stef really enjoyed the video :)

[@sigbauer9782]

You said it perfectly- it's nothing more than a toy. And not even a good one at that.

[@thepilotfrench]

Can this watch cook for you?

[@StefanDrury]

It's making me breakfast as I type this.

[@Nano606606]

You want the Garmin 'MARQ' Pilot. Thats a way better watch - also twice the price.

[@StefanDrury]

Just looked that up. Wow, that's a lot of fuel.

[@Nano606606]

@@StefanDrury Hey Stefan. It is, but it looks amazing. I have the Garmin Fenix 5, and i drool over the MARQ.

[@AV8OR51]

I don’t think Marq aviator has any new aviation features compared to a D2D. But certainly looks great!

[@mbirth]

@@Nano606606 If you have the non-Plus 5X, you can turn that into a D2 Charlie. If you have any 5 Plus model, you can change the firmware to that of a D2 Delta.

[@alexmacaulay2959]

It would come in handy if the avionics failed. And you lost your maps. And forgot where you are.

[@StefanDrury]

A backup for the backup of your backup.

[@alexmacaulay2959]

@@StefanDrury Or does the ipad do all those things anyway?

[@mosads2986]

EXCELLENT JOB WELL DONE 👏

[@KieronHawke]

Love the videos. Are you eventually wanting to become an airline pilot?

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Kieron, I have a Commercial Pilots License but I only fly for fun. No intentions to fly as a career.

[@williamjacksquilliam]

I’ve got a Citizen Promaster pilot watch.

[@pslny]

If I was in charge at Garmin, I'd sponsor you. Just saying.

[@StefanDrury]

Someone promote this man...

[@ritzig33]

...totally worth it!

[@Tom-ih8gr]

That is very clunky having to download an iPhone app, onto the iPad (looks terrible on a big screen) to then use another app, with a 2k watch 😂 All the toys are a bit like the sports mode on cars, use it on day one, will never use it again. I’ll stick to my F-91W Casio and stick a 65 inch OLED TV on the wall thanks ✌️ Bit like Breitlings, marketed at spotters, never used by actual pilots 🤷‍♂️

[@나무넷]

New Zealand is a beautiful video with eyes open.

[@user-xc1sx6hp8p]

The lady pilot said it’s cool I’m in

[@aboriani]

With a watch that thick, I would probably end bumping it into every single sharp corner around my house...

[@StefanDrury]

Can confirm

[@mbirth]

There are also the D2 Delta and D2 Delta S that are slimmer but come without the SpO2 sensor and smaller batteries.

[@krazieman69]

So basically if my Gamin avionics on the plane failed, I can just rely on a $1500USD watch and I will land safely?

[@omarjones1460]

It could help get you home but that's it.

[@JonMulveyGuitar]

That watch is for RUP's. Rich Urban Pilots. Haha! Did Garmin send you a watch finally for all the impressions you gave them?? Haha!

[@laserflight]

If u r flying, you are probably RUP.. LOL

[@iRipperz1]

OP!!!

[@justaviation8876]

Stef how do you pronounce your last name?

[@StefanDrury]

"Droo-ree" I guess. But "stef" is a lot easier, or just "oi".

[@waytooslow]

holy moley -- pricey

[@tulaconalas]

If I have that kinda doe, I'll get a Navitimer.

[@omarjones1460]

The Navitimer can cost between 5 to 11 grand.

[@NETBotic]

I wish ForeFlight could do this with the Apple watch.