Here we are three years later in 2020. The F5+ is an awesome watch that's still expensive, particularly because the Fenix 6 is out. Even the fenix 3 is still sold and expensive. I just got an F5+ Titanim Sapphire and it's just beautiful and functional. I'm a trail runner so I can't ask for anything better.
Just got mine on 02/23/2018 the best purchase. Although I paid $612 on mine for the regular Fenix 5...(non Sapphire) version. Anyways, regardless it helped me track everything...I mean EVERYTHING! I lost 9 lbs so far...yes I rum 3 miles and do HIIT. Every 2x a day...I only eat less than 1000 calories and I do detox water with Apple Cider Vinegar. I refuse to believe everyone that told me I lost weight because I thought they just haven't seen me in a while. Until I look in my scale..not only that this watch kind of reminds me of how hard I work at my job and physically at the gym afterwards...love it.
You need to spend $612 to loose 9lbs? Your money would have been better spent on a personal trainer. For $612 could could have lost 40lbs and been 3 times fitter with a good trainer.
Actually, I don't expect to have music storage for a sport watch. Only those who want to turn on and tune out will complain about this. When I'm in nature I'd rather hear nature. Otherwise, nice review!
Tobias: This is an excellent video and provides a grounded view on the positives as well as the downsides of the Fenix5. The compulsion to be an early adopter and buy this ubercool watch is overwhelming; your video seeks to make ppl like me pause, think twice and then make an informed decision. Thanks for sharing...
I just received the Fenix 5s today. Like you, I can't believe for this price Garmin did not add storage to the phone. I've gotten use to carrying my phone if I want to listen to music, but I would love not to have to carry "one more thin" when I run. Thanks for the video.
Does anyone notice that in the Fenix 5 open water, the GPS distance continues to increase even when you stop swimming in the water. It continues to show an increase of about 10-15 meter after you stop swimming.
ken chiu when I’m running the gps is complete shit. My pace will bounce from 14 min/mile down to 6 min/mile while I’m maintaining a pretty steady 8 min/mile pace.
You do realize there is a Fenix 5s that is 41mm and designed for women or people with small wrists. So no need to wait for Fenix 6 as you stated in your video.
The fenix 5S is about the size of the Forerunner 735xt. It's heavier but that's because of the premium materials. Casing is slightly different and doesn't look as bulky as the 5 or 5X. My brother got his wife one and she loves it...and she has really small wrists. I have the fenix 5X and it suits more for what I do, trail running and mountain biking. I had the fenix 3HR but I had to swap it with another watch due to altimeter issues. So far no altimeter issues with my fenix 5X. :)
It's an well known issue. Just search on their forums and you will see many complaints about GPS accuracy. Since is so old is most likely a hardware problem.
How long it last before it obsolete? It is beautiful but does fitness tracker at this price point is worth it? I'm looking for my first real watch that looks good and tell time at a glance at my wrist, and maybe a bit of music control function(if I get a smartwatch like this instead traditional Quartz watch), fitness is not necessary for me as I think all the number I get from the data won't directly help me, I improve my jogging on my own way. Although I didn't own and experiences any fitness tracker yet, do you think fitness tracker make sense and useful for me?
As Julie Said, or go for an Apple Watch. It is not a fitness tracking at garmin level but still has lot's of options and it is mostly a smaller watch with lot's of apps.
One is intended as a multisport watch with some options as a smartwatch, one is intended as a smartwatch with some options for training. Depends entirely on what you want out of it.
Great video thanks! Has helped me make a decision. My wife has the Forerunner 235, which has an absolutely awful screen resolution and put me off Garmin. The Fenix 5 is about to release in NZ, so I'll have to check it out! :-) Just subscribed.
totally very expensive and the fact they kept wifi away from the regular version is clear miss step on Garmin, they should include it.. and upgrade firmware.
Here we are three years later in 2020. The F5+ is an awesome watch that's still expensive, particularly because the Fenix 6 is out. Even the fenix 3 is still sold and expensive. I just got an F5+ Titanim Sapphire and it's just beautiful and functional. I'm a trail runner so I can't ask for anything better.
Why would you charge it on your wrist?
You're bound to the cable, can't go anywhere.
Why would I want the 5 form fa tor with the 6 tech? It's nice to have a larger screen
Just got mine on 02/23/2018 the best purchase. Although I paid $612 on mine for the regular Fenix 5...(non Sapphire) version. Anyways, regardless it helped me track everything...I mean EVERYTHING! I lost 9 lbs so far...yes I rum 3 miles and do HIIT. Every 2x a day...I only eat less than 1000 calories and I do detox water with Apple Cider Vinegar. I refuse to believe everyone that told me I lost weight because I thought they just haven't seen me in a while. Until I look in my scale..not only that this watch kind of reminds me of how hard I work at my job and physically at the gym afterwards...love it.
does it have a hiit program?
You need to spend $612 to loose 9lbs? Your money would have been better spent on a personal trainer. For $612 could could have lost 40lbs and been 3 times fitter with a good trainer.
Actually, I don't expect to have music storage for a sport watch. Only those who want to turn on and tune out will complain about this. When I'm in nature I'd rather hear nature. Otherwise, nice review!
Top quality content!
+Fsdrak Thanks! I appreciate the support
Great shots dude👊🏼🙌🏼
Thanks
Tobias: This is an excellent video and provides a grounded view on the positives as well as the downsides of the Fenix5. The compulsion to be an early adopter and buy this ubercool watch is overwhelming; your video seeks to make ppl like me pause, think twice and then make an informed decision. Thanks for sharing...
+Kartik Jay Thanks for the support! I hope to see you stay!
Nice outdoor shots.
+Forflies Thanks
Should I buy a Galaxy Watch or a Fénix 5s Saphire? I have a Samsung S9+
I just received the Fenix 5s today. Like you, I can't believe for this price Garmin did not add storage to the phone. I've gotten use to carrying my phone if I want to listen to music, but I would love not to have to carry "one more thin" when I run. Thanks for the video.
Does anyone notice that in the Fenix 5 open water, the GPS distance continues to increase even when you stop swimming in the water. It continues to show an increase of about 10-15 meter after you stop swimming.
ken chiu when I’m running the gps is complete shit. My pace will bounce from 14 min/mile down to 6 min/mile while I’m maintaining a pretty steady 8 min/mile pace.
You do realize there is a Fenix 5s that is 41mm and designed for women or people with small wrists. So no need to wait for Fenix 6 as you stated in your video.
As stated in my video; In my personal opinion the 5s can seem too big for some people even though it is smaller than the 5 and 5X.
The 5s does have a more women look on different models. Its honestly not as big as you may think.
The fenix 5S is about the size of the Forerunner 735xt. It's heavier but that's because of the premium materials. Casing is slightly different and doesn't look as bulky as the 5 or 5X. My brother got his wife one and she loves it...and she has really small wrists. I have the fenix 5X and it suits more for what I do, trail running and mountain biking. I had the fenix 3HR but I had to swap it with another watch due to altimeter issues. So far no altimeter issues with my fenix 5X. :)
+Michael Herald Sounds good, my lady friend who tested the 5s must have had abnormally small wrists then haha
Nice cool outdoor shots. The video is awesome
+Vincent Ughachukwu Thanks, I appreciate it
Hey man, so would you go for the Fenix 5 or the Fenix 3HR?
+Nasson personally I'd go for the Fenix 3 Hr if you can find a good deal on it
Tobias Dahlberg cool, thanks. Is there really much of a difference in your opinion?
+Nasson there's not that big of a difference at all. Just some design stuff and a few features.
So would you say the battery life is simular ? or if your looking to get a week with normal use (-gps of course) go with the fenix 5?
No the battery life is actually quite a lot better on the Fenix 5 but other than that the difference is basically just the design and screen
Nice video... Subscribed.
+Lobate Diop Thanks! ✌️
Nice vid bro
+Beardedbob Thanks man
Np bro keep em coming
Will do!
I have fenix 5.. having gps problems while running
It's an well known issue. Just search on their forums and you will see many complaints about GPS accuracy. Since is so old is most likely a hardware problem.
How long it last before it obsolete? It is beautiful but does fitness tracker at this price point is worth it? I'm looking for my first real watch that looks good and tell time at a glance at my wrist, and maybe a bit of music control function(if I get a smartwatch like this instead traditional Quartz watch), fitness is not necessary for me as I think all the number I get from the data won't directly help me, I improve my jogging on my own way. Although I didn't own and experiences any fitness tracker yet, do you think fitness tracker make sense and useful for me?
As Julie Said, or go for an Apple Watch. It is not a fitness tracking at garmin level but still has lot's of options and it is mostly a smaller watch with lot's of apps.
Hi, Garmin 5X or Apple Watch 3 ???
One is intended as a multisport watch with some options as a smartwatch, one is intended as a smartwatch with some options for training. Depends entirely on what you want out of it.
after not even a year with the apple watch, I'd get something that will last me more than 1 year. My apple watch's battery drains insanely quick now
Great video thanks! Has helped me make a decision. My wife has the Forerunner 235, which has an absolutely awful screen resolution and put me off Garmin. The Fenix 5 is about to release in NZ, so I'll have to check it out! :-) Just subscribed.
+Jason Peters Thanks, I'm happy I made you come to a decision. Thanks for watching and subscribing. I hope to see you in future comment sections!
Bought mines now for $250 secondhand mint condition. I do believe these watches are over priced and should only sell in this $200-$300 price range.
You said dust proof yet the specs from Garmin say it is not
Garmin does make a smaller unit, and it's called the Fenix 5s.
I have fenix 5x great
totally very expensive and the fact they kept wifi away from the regular version is clear miss step on Garmin, they should include it.. and upgrade firmware.
Fenix 5x is awesome
hey, nice review! what's the intro tune?...:)
Thanks! It's on Epidemic Sounds
I cant imagine a scenario where you would want to charge the watch, while on your wrist? lol...
Hiking, perhaps or mountainclimbing
JTOUR solved all its problems only cost 40% of it
Dude, obviously you didn't read the manual of neither F3 or F5, you'll see that actually F3 has a way much better battery!!! 6 WEEKS
Pls stop dropping it
Lol
Tobias Dahlberg
I miss my ex
Your ex?
Tobias Dahlberg
Yeah. :/
You seem pretty young; have you found love yet, Tobias?
@@TechMeNowTV these are the weirdest comments I've ever seen lol
Lets fet right into it haha typical fucking youtuber line
+dmv90 I know, right?
damn. I'm first 🙃
+Aakash Chandra You sure are 👌
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