I really dont know why other people keep comparing Garmin to Gshock watches, I have more of these master of G models, long story short, for feature rich software experience go to Garmin, for durability and as a survival watch go Gshock, I also have the GPRH more than a month now, its a survival tool, use power saving to use the watch indefinitely and use only sensors in the wild as needed, use smart functions if you have the luxury of battery life, but in a situation where battery life is crucial then use power save mode then use sensors accordingly in a survival situation, please stop comparing Garmin and Gshocks, these are two diferent things, Gshocks are built with layers of structure for durability not much on smart features but just enough smart features..
Gshocks are not a survival tool. A Garmin Instinct 2X Solar is more feature rich, accurate and lasts forever as well. I would trust my Garmin more as a "survival" tool. It comes also with an LED light. I tried this Gshock, it's trash for its price. It has the potential, but so many things are just not thought out well enough. Simply doing workouts is not as great as with a Garmin.
I have bought both watches, Garmin Instinct 2x solar and the Casio. The GPR-1000 looks much better, but Garmin has more functions and accuracy for less money (I paid only 300 Euros). The comparison between both watches is OK because Casio sells it as a sports watch! And in this price range, the Casio is crap! So I'll return the Casio and keep the Garmin! And even as a survival tool I would buy the original Rangeman instead of the GPR-1000!
@@Axatron8001 there is a reason why I did not get the GPR-B1000, it would be lengthy if I told you here, I would still prefer the GPRH as a survival tool..
Grew up with Casio & G-Shocks & a long time user. As growing older I need to be more active to keep myself fit. Started looking for a G-Shock for gym + hiking + rucking + other outdoor activities. This is when I found that Garmin does it miles better - got rid of a GW-9400 Rangeman & a Protrek to fund towards a Garmin Fenix. Many of the Garmin features should've appeared in G-Shocks ages ago. Now Casio is just many miles behind Garmin.
as someone having Fenix 7x for long outdoor sessions, Apple Watch Ultra for daily work and of course, the 9400 for the lulz, i am agree with you. current Casio 'smart' watches are just comparable to the ancient Fenix 3😂, no offense here. but hey, i might getting this new Rangeman, the design..i like..alongside the GWG-B1000
with all the slow-limited-missing-wish it had-should haves mentioned by him how can anyone justify the price of this thing don't recall a drop/abuse test mentioned isn't that the legacy of the g-shock
Thing is, at this pricepoint, the G shock badge and look cannot outweigh the cons. Missing features, by more generation. You can get better option for less or more features for this price at the competitors. I own a GBD200 which is still pretty much basic, but costs only 130 EUR. At that pricepoint, the somewhat better durability and battery life are a good selling points. For 700 EUR only the mostly devoted will buy this unfortunately. And with Casio you are without an ecosystem which Apple, Garmin, etc. have.
I think it is worth noting that a watch like this from g shock will charge on solar power within the day unlike garmin solar (refering to instinct 1) that takes about 2 weeks of sitting outside to charge up. So while the battery in the g shock is smaller and doesnt seem to last as long, the better solar charging keeps it going when you actually get sunlight. The 2 month in smart watch mode is basically indefinite. The 2 years on regular watch mode is absolute basic power saving sitting in a dark room, even an hour of sunlight a year would be enough to keep it going. Thats the difference between garmin and g shock, no gimmicks on the watch that dont live up to the advertising. It is easy to put features in a watch that don't work, but casio has been making solar powered, gps and heart rate monitoring watches since the 80s before our phones lost their chords and gained touch screens.
Of course you're comparing the solar charging to the instinct 1. Instinct 2x has much better solar charging, you can even see in some reviews that it does charge up the battery so the claim isn't some bs. And the 2x is much more capable as a smart/fitness watch. There's no saving grace for this g shock except durability, let's be honest.
Problem is, you can flex with battery life, but still missing a boatload of features. What is the point to use a device for ages if you are missing out big time on useful things.
I was a huge G-Shock fan. I still have a collection of them including the original Rangeman. They are good reliable watches before all these smart watches became main stream. I now have an Garmin Epix 2 and I wear that watch everyday. I think G-Shock is still kinda stuck in the 90s. They definitely need to make a lot of improvements and catch up with the times. Their phone app is just hot garbage. I had a GDB-H2000. While the watch is nice and wears very comfortably, the phone app is just disgusting to use. Also, they need to keep releasing software updates to their watches. It is no longer acceptable to just release a watch and then forget about it.
couldnt agree more. well said. i have garmin epix pro 2, and previosly owned many fenix series. and i do still have soem G-Shock. casio stuck back in 90's . their technology in term of software and capability. accuracy very poor compared to modern smart watch espcially garmin. but rhey are still best durable watches
couldn’t agree more man. i love casio and have a small collection of casios both g shocks and pro treks. after being given an apple watch i just can’t really justify wearing them anymore except for special circumstances. once i buy a garmin fenix i don’t think i’ll ever buy another watch. i just wish casio would build something closer to a fenix. if they did, i along with many others would buy it. but instead they stick to all these collaborations and insane color-ways and model variations. they must just want to stick to the formula that has worked for them.
my gbdh1000 is on update 9. Theyre currently moving it over to the new casio app and away from g shock move as they have done with the other watches. THey are developing their own in house operating systems and apps rather than piggy backing off google etc who notoriously drop their old product lines with a year or two in a bid to sell newer hardware. The watches are designed around efficiency and self sustainability rather than trying to do as much as possible and needing to be taken off to be charged every 7 days. THe solar is the most misunderstood and misrepresented part, garmin solar is a sales gimick while casio's solar actually works within a day.
I have alway bought G-Shocks, I even had the GBD 1000, but last year I purchased from watching this channel the Instinct 2X. It’s been fabulous, the HR sensor is so much more accurate and it’s fine to sleep with.
After using it for about 3 weeks. The GPS has become faster and more accurate with more use (not sure if the recent app maintenance helped maybe). HR is pretty similar to my Garmin instinct 2x. I don't have all of the features on all of the time besides notifications and some short GPS tracking use. And I've only lost one bar of battery. 👌🏼
Great review as always. G shock takes me back to my youth, and I’m north of 50 now. Used to have a couple of g shocks and loved them. Unfortunately they look so dated now, though I do love the rugged look. A 1 inch monochrome screen just doesn’t seem that great though, and at 500 bucks you have to be freakin’ joking. Thanks Dave.
I love the G Shock because of its solid rough look and had been a G Shock wearer for 30 years. But then i was introduced to the Garmin fenix 7x pro sapphire solar, and im sold. So i brought it for me at the cost of a screaming wife. Luckily for me, i also brought me some awesome samsung buds to drown out the screaming. Awesome review
The best video so far for the new rangeman. I am really disappointed from Casio, that’s no long awaited upgrade for the gpr b1000. But I ordered it because I am a g Shock fan, and I will try it out in real live. Maybe it can convince me 😜 Greetings from Germany
Yesterday, I received mine from Japan. I bought it for 2 reasons: 1- Im a G- shock fan and need an upgrade 2- like the fact that has a heart rate monitor something the newest Mudmaster lacks. However, it doesn’t substitute my Garmin tactix 7. Great video
Instinct 2X is awesome. I've got pretty large wrists so the size doesnt affect me, but it lasts forever and the light is consistently getting use, especially with sundown around 5:30pm right now
I've got the solar 1 and looking at the 2x solar tactical. I would love to know, have you tried charging this thing on sunlight only? I usually leave my instinct 1 out in the sun to charge in powersaving mode when it gets low just to test it out how long it takes to get to a high charge.
@@freddykruger3320 I haven't tried giving it a charge with sunlight, I've only had it in winter months so far. But the 2x shows how much light you've taken in and I manage about 8-10k lux in the car on an hour drive so I would expect it to charge pretty well.
@@freddykruger3320 I have a 2x solar since july 2023 and charged it 2 or 3 times. This morning is sunny, I put it near the window in direct sunlight and it went to 27 days to 31 days authonomy in just 2.5 hours. In the sime time my fenix 7pro (turned off) increased its authonomy by less than 1 day.
I had a ProTrek 3510. I wore it to work for a week and ended up returning it. The bulkiness was too much. The temp sensor kept digging into my arm and the reversed screen wasn't very legible. I ended up getting Garmin Instinct at less than half price of this Gshock and it's night and day. Garmin is so comfortable and very customizable including the buttons, light, etc. Not to mention it's an ABC watch with navigation, and no phone is needed to use those features. And the battery lasts forever. No more chunky Gshocks. This one looks even fatter than my ProTrek.
SOFTWARE UPDATE: Just an FYI that the GPR-H1000 received an update, which enables much faster satellite connection. Massive practical improvement. I'm so impressed with this piece, and it's usability now. IMHO, it's an issue that should've been addressed before release in that I believe damage was done to the reputation of both Casio and the Gshock/ Rangeman name. That said, this watch is now a complete workhorse for me. I love it.
That's great to hear after a disappointing showing for Casio at release. Thanks for the update! How is the solar charging capability in your experience from a practicality standpoint? On a sunny day does it have any hope of stemming the extreme battery drain of the GPS tracking mode?
To me The Rangeman will always be the GW9400. If the reinvent the watch they should give it a new name. Also, I still have an Original Instinct solar. Works just fine.
@@freddykruger3320 I'm a mechanic and wore the first generation instinct for over 3 years with zero problems. Banging the watch face against all types of different materials and it only has a few scratches.
so? its still gorilla glass with a case that can't be opened without breaking it. If being a mechanic was supposed to be some sort of proof that its tough, remember, the internet is an easy place to lie, and, if you dont scratch gorilla glass while working as a mechanic, you might be considered a bit of a slacker
Great review! As Casio build the first running watch with lots of storage and programmable trainings, back in 1985, it is so disappointing what they deliver today!
For Decades G-Shock was all I wore, especially the GBD and Rangeman series. Then I switched to Garmin watches. Started with the Instinct, Fenix 5, Fenix 6X, Currently Tactix 7 Pro. Although I miss my G-Shocks, I don't regret making the move over to Garmin.
Great review buddy. Been waiting for an opinion on the Rangeman H1000. My initial thoughts when I saw it, overpriced and no where near as good as the Garmin Instinct 2X, which I upgraded to over a Fenix 6 Solar. The 2X will take some beating IMO, but good to hear more about the H1000 and your opinions on it. I definitely won't be buying. It's a shame as I love G-Shocks and own quite a few of them but Casio seem to have completely missed the beat on these fitness watches.
I owned a gbd-H2000 which is basically the same watch with different design, then went to an instinct 2x and apart from the "gshock clan" vibe, nothing was in favor of the Casio (yet it's a nice belonging feeling, a bit like Miata owners salute themselves when they cross paths :) ). Everything it did the Garmin did better (especially the app). Well, now I settled on a Fenix 7 pro SS anyway :p
Thank you for this video, honest and informative as you know how to provide them. Keep up the excellent work ! Being a huge Casio fan and old timer user since 1982 the Garmin Instinct 2X (regular or tactical) is just the G-Shock killer in my own humble opinion. Casio is way behind Garmin now in terms of ergonomy and functions. Now I wear an Epix Pro 51mm and Casio is something of the past I still cherish though. I do still own a all titanium GMWB5000TB-1, aka “Stealth Wealth", which I wear on the right wrist in pure nostalgia mode.
I totally get the nostalgia of the G-Shock devices. I think that's why they still have no problem selling them. There is a market of people that don't want an overly "smart" or connected device on their wrist and just want something to tell time, have great battery life, and occasionally track runs while also keeping that distinct look. For me? I tend to look at things a bit more pragmatically and that's where I struggle with the price of this watch.
I am Korean. Nevertheless, your English pronunciation is so accurate and pleasant to listen to, making it easy for me to understand. Thank you for creating such great content!
i have another GPS Rangeman with tracking thats solar. After maybe 4 years of ownership it has been charged once. I underuse it, but love it. Then bought Garmin instinct solar. I charge this every 3 weeks. Was going to update to a better Garmin, but as a Gshock fan and someone who doesnt need all stuff, just basic O2, sleep and pacing, this is the one for me....
J'adore les g-shock mais les arguments positifs et négatifs que vous énumérés sont pertinents. Une très bonne revue en tout cas! Une belle montre de survivaliste. J'ai une gw-9400 et j'aurai aimé acheter la gpr-h1000 mais pour 500€ Casio à encore un ou deux coups de retard par rapport à la concurrence. Je pense partir sur une Garmin instinc 2x solar. Merci encore pour ce test de qualité. Salutation de 🇨🇵
As a garmin and gshock fan, hands down for price. Garmin wins with its features. And I wear my rangeman for the most part. Older one. But price for price I’m picking garmin. But just because I will be buying this one soon just to add with the collection. But I do feel like gshock is not it when it comes to recording data. They have always been a great rugged watch. Great review by the way.
Great review Dave! 100% Real and Honest! Thank God ordinary people make tech reviews too, and not only professional UA-camrs and Influencers! 2-5 Minutes for GPS sync, No Weather, No Maps... I know it is $500 and not $1100 like the Garmin's, but the other thing that I know too is the current year is 2024... and the overall filling is like this watch is from 2014! It is a shame how the Titan like Casio does not use the opportunity and does not make this watch Really stack up with features for the outdoors, but probably the problem is in the Satellite support and they have none in comparison with Garmin InReach established applications, services, and team to support the whole thing.
Great review. You were able to sum it up pretty good. G-Shock has definitely secured the market on the "durability" need of consumers but still lags behind technology-wise, unfortunately. Was hoping for better from a $500 watch, but wow, the watch is sharp. Garmin has secured the "fitness" need of consumers, but can't compete with the durability of G-Shock even with their Instinct 2X, which is no surprise. I guess it all depends on the buyer's wants and needs, and you covered that perfectly here. I will likely purchase the Instinct 2X Solar Tactical as an everyday health and fitness tracker, but I will wear my G-Shock GW-9400 and my G-Shock Mudmaster GWG-1000 on occasion. I will also keep those G-Shocks close by in the event that nuke takes out my Garmin. Both the Casios and the Garmins have their place. 😏
Agree with your statement. I have a Garmin tactix for hiking/fitness watch- but at times I just want to have less functions/simplicity/toughness that g shocks bring.
I just find the Garmin watches to be really bad looking. I don't know why ... not a single model captivated me with its looks - no contest on utility and or functionality though, but to me, wearing a watch is still 50% looks lol (I'm a mechanical watch guy, I wear G-Shocks sometimes when I go work outside in the field to save my mechs from destruction). But honestly though, I wish Garmin would spend some resources on watch design, they all look so bland and mostly tasteless to me.
Best overall review I have seen. I would note that some people (like me) prefer g shock as they don’t need the advanced tracking features and prefer something tougher. And he is right, features Garmin. Tougher g shock.
Good review 🙂👍🏼. I love Casio watches, I have a few of them, including the Rangeman GPRB-1000 and the GWG-1000, which are great and are ‘tanks’ of watches, but to me, this offering from Casio is a little half baked. ‘If’ they did their homework on the competition, refined the software, both on the device and within the app, had the ability to connect to external HRM’s etc, and put all that in the form factor of a pro-trek PRW-35, (or similar sized offering), it would be ideal and I would definitely buy it. Casio don’t seem serious about getting a foothold in the fitness market, they have the knowledge and could easily have a great product, which could compete with the likes of the Instinct 2X if they wanted to. It’s really disappointing that they don’t seem to be trying. Right now, I’m wearing the Instinct 2X tactical, because it does everything I need, (and then some) and far as I’m concerned, there isn’t a watch out there that can match it, with its features and at its price range.
Fantastic review, take a Bow sir. Ive just ordered my new ranger from Casio, apparently you cant have the baro trend in top window! Taking a shower is about my limit with exercise, im more into the ABC functions, hoping the baro has a storm alert for sudden pressure. Really hoping im not disappointed with this.
Yeah, same here, I'm more interested in the ABC side of the watch too, I kind of wish they just stuck with that and didn't include all the fitness stuff in there - they already have a fitness range, they should have kept such features there.
Fenix 6X Pro here. Bought on release. Used to wear nothing but GShock. Still a fan of them, but there's really no comparing it to a Fenix. I haven't even looked at another watch since. They're not perfect, but very close. I wanted a tough watch that could also be smart, and not require charging every day or two. It fit that bill.
Excellent review I have been studying the GPRH I will also research Garmin now. I had already researched the Coros on my list! Thanks Again I’m on the right track!
As many commentators here I used to be G-Shock collector but Casio strategy in last decade made me abandon this sinking ship. It is amazing how such big company is not able to pay for descent app. Why they are so stubborn not to support their watches with firmware upgrades, is beyond me. The technology is obsolete, the endurance is not at the level it used to be and prices are ... well ... in Poland this watch costs 700 dollars exactly the same as Garmin 7X Solar while Garmin Instinct 2X costs less then 500.
I wouldn't call it a sinking ship! They still sell lots of watches. I think there's a market for them with folks who don't want an overly complicated or connected device on their wrist. For example, you can't use a Garmin, Coros, Polar, or Suunto without activating them in their respective apps first. G-Shock is one of the few that let you just use the watch out of the box and don't require connectivity. Some people still like that. For me? At $500 I want a bit more!
@@ChaseTheSummitI think G-Shock as a brand lost its identity. Real professional users long ago drifted away to Garmin, Suunto, Polar or Coros. And those people are setting trends. Right now if You want to look tough, sporty or rugged You don't wear some overpriced G-Shock, no You wear Fenix. I have few friends who are doing quite advanced trekking and non of them is wearing Casio watch all of them are using some kind of Garmins. Right now Casio is becoming purely fashion brand selling overpriced, multicolor, small watches. And every sport or survival watch is just another catastrophe. I'm afraid Casio will have very rude and unpleasant awakening quite soon. And by the way, in standalone mode any Fenix or Epix is eating any watch from Casio portfolio for breakfast, in my opinion.
I'd much rather have the Instinct 2X. Especially with it being available for less money than the GPR-H1000. I mean.. €319 vs €500. That's a HUGE difference plus the Garmin is way better when it comes to fitness tracking plus a better app. Oh, and even the Fenix 7 is cheaper than this at €430.
As a gshock and garmin fan. I agree with you. I had just about all the instinct and tactix watches. Bang for buck the instinct hands down with all the features.
Thanks for the review! While I'm a big G-Shock fan, I do completely agree with your comments on the functionality (lack of it!) and the sensors. I have a Garmin Instinct 2 Solar and boy, I think it's a better watch than the GPR-H1000. The GPS was a big letdown IMO while I could not come to terms with the sleep recovery mode. The watch looks really cool but it didn't justify the amount that I spent on it. Would have rather spent the same amount on an Instinct 2X Solar.
I tried a Garmin Fenix then a full metal G-Shock 5000. Both are far far away to a good smartwatch. Sometimes, very rare i forget my phone at home. With a smartwatch i can call and receive calls and WhatsApp messages. But to be fair, in some scenarios i still rely on my G-Shock GD350BR. It took an insane amount of punishment, i love that watch!
The Garmin is really bad looking IMHO, it looks like the design team had no taste while designing it. I like the G-Shock look, they know how to make watches (not GPS's), it is certainly a statement to wear that watch, but I can't imagine sleeping with it to get some sleep metrics :D ITS HUGE! It would probably annoy me to hell when I'm in bed. I also want to say that the G-Shock's screen tech is so much nicer than Garmin's (light-years ahead in clarity, especially if you're visually challenged) - Honestly the GPR-H1000 was never really designed to be a fitness watch, I don't know why they bothered with such features - they should have just suck with Rangeman features and probably reduced the cost by $100 or so. I don't really care to track sleep, heart rate, phone notifications, etc. etc. But I love having a solar compass, barometer, altimeter and the weather prediction algorithm as well as world time which adjusts via GPS, the wonderful display, the ruggedness, and so on. I still wear my Pro-Trek from 1994 and it still rocks!
I sent mine back after a few weeks, my yellow one soon lost it's colour and marked up very quickly. Very disappointed, it's a fitness watch, not a rangeman. Instead I bought the latest mudmaster, cost me £700, it has two compasses, it can record your route and bring you back to wear you started. The latest mudmaster watch kicks the llamas ass.
Ordered my first Casioak Bluetooth solar version earlier. Wish there will be a smarter watch version of it in the future. I’m new to g shocks and so far, all my research about the ones with smart watch features may not be as good compared to others. Like I said, my dream watch would be a Casioak form factor with touch screen, changeable watch faces, and those heart tracker and such that works well. This will happen in the future I just know it. For now, got my eye on Instinct 2s and Apple Watches for a proper smart watch
Thanks for the review. I was hoping that the accuracy will be much better. I like my trusty G-Shocks, they are fun, but when it comes to the training i will stick with my Fenix 7 and Edge 530 + HRM Pro. I love the look of that beast, but for 500 bucks I would expect better accuracy!
It is a cool looking watch and im all on board with the MIP display, but it seems like Casio has long ways to go to even compete with smart watch brands. 5-10 minutes to start the GPS? Button delay is still an issue i see, inaccurate heart rate data.
A crown would be useful to scroll through all those functions on the watch. From what I saw here, it looks like a Garmin or Suunto would be better for the activity tracking features and I would try to find a GW-9400 if I wanted a Rangeman G-Shock.
Good review! You can also go for Honor GS Pro which will eat all 3 of those watches for breakfast for a quarter of the price. Amoled display, gps, voice calls etc, etc...
I was thinking to switch from Garming fenix 7 solar to this watch as i like G_shock watches but unfortunately G_shock is not there yet! Thanks for this review anyways
Hope it was helpful! Like I said in the video the Instinct 2X is a much more feature packed watch in my opinion. The G-Shock is all about the look/feel and brand.
I think it’s too big, and far too technical considering That a lot of the functions on it are on your phone. However. I do like G -Shocks as I have two, myself. The GAW100b and the GA2100. All the best👍🏾🇬🇧
I have a the new mud master GWGB1000 witch I have owned for a few months now and it has a similar strap and keeper which is also not very good at its job and has gained a few scratches now. the watch came with a software problem the atomic clock signal was not automatically tuning in at night and updating the time which was fixed in the app after a download i don’t like the app it was much better with the old apps I could set the world time to individual towns and city’s also mission log maps were a lot better i find the mission log does run the battery power down but the solar panel brings the charge up I don’t think I will be picking up the new range man
thats trrue the GSHOCK- RANGEMAN has everything you need in terms of cardio/ heart rate/ altimeter/barometer/temp...etc..etc...durability/ shock proof/ and battery last 2 weeks...depsite on solar
It’s hard to compare these two as they are in different category’s. It might not seem that way on the surface but g shocks (200m) are 2x the build of the instinct (100m) and as a survival watch the shock is king. The g shock is much higher quality in every avenue it counts.Don’t forget that you can get one hell of a Casio VC for 250$ that would last a lifetime with no battery replacement and save your life if shit went south with its 3sensors. Its solar ability is far superior ,has all the tools to help monitor fitness goals, navigation and weather with out any smart features using real time tools. So in the end a Casio could save your life in many more ways and what’s the value of that ???
Great review as always Dave. I love G-Shocks but this looks even bigger than the Instinct 2X. Would you say that it wears larger than the Instinct 2X. I’m seriously thinking of going from the OG Instinct Solar to the 2X but concerned about the size.
Honestly just upgrade to a 2x the sensor that casio uses is oddly uncomfortable if you want to wear this all the time but garmin is comfortable and just feels like any other watch in your wrist
You see thats the difference to japanese customer. Japanese people know that you just endure it until you dont even realize it was unconfortable at the beginning. Theyre just much more intelligent people by culture ^^@@pparmar40
Dave, I have the same wrist size as you. Do you feel watches bigger than 42-44mm look good on your wrist? I always had the Fenix S, and now I have an Epix 42. But I don't know if it's worth trying the 47mm. All the best!!
Kinda depends on the watch. I love the size/weight of the Forerunner 965 even though on paper it's very similar to a 47mm Epix/Fenix but I find those a bit less comfortable (but still OK for daily wear). I only start to run into watches feeling "too big" when I wear the Epix/Fenix 51mm's or this Casio. I can pull it off but sometimes I find them frustrating to sleep with. Of course, it's all personal preference!
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from amzwatch I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Quite frankly, I’m more Plain-Shocked rather than G-Shocked on the shortcomings…again. Especially the inability to pair with a chest strap. That’s probably the worst part. And then the battery, with a tank like that, you could do better.
i've watch gprh1000 disassembly video and i'am really impressed with the build quality but i never see any video of garmin instict 2x disassembly video..my previous instict one only last 2 years that make me doubt with the durability of the watch. instinct one doesn't use any screw, it's only use some kind of adhesive..one u open it for repair u never gonna get the same water resistant
I really dont know why other people keep comparing Garmin to Gshock watches, I have more of these master of G models, long story short, for feature rich software experience go to Garmin, for durability and as a survival watch go Gshock, I also have the GPRH more than a month now, its a survival tool, use power saving to use the watch indefinitely and use only sensors in the wild as needed, use smart functions if you have the luxury of battery life, but in a situation where battery life is crucial then use power save mode then use sensors accordingly in a survival situation, please stop comparing Garmin and Gshocks, these are two diferent things, Gshocks are built with layers of structure for durability not much on smart features but just enough smart features..
Exactly.
That's the point 🎉
Gshocks are not a survival tool. A Garmin Instinct 2X Solar is more feature rich, accurate and lasts forever as well. I would trust my Garmin more as a "survival" tool. It comes also with an LED light.
I tried this Gshock, it's trash for its price. It has the potential, but so many things are just not thought out well enough. Simply doing workouts is not as great as with a Garmin.
I have bought both watches, Garmin Instinct 2x solar and the Casio. The GPR-1000 looks much better, but Garmin has more functions and accuracy for less money (I paid only 300 Euros). The comparison between both watches is OK because Casio sells it as a sports watch! And in this price range, the Casio is crap! So I'll return the Casio and keep the Garmin! And even as a survival tool I would buy the original Rangeman instead of the GPR-1000!
@@Axatron8001 there is a reason why I did not get the GPR-B1000, it would be lengthy if I told you here, I would still prefer the GPRH as a survival tool..
I've been waiting for this review. Thanks! I'm a big G-Shock fan and am really looking forward to using this.
Hope you enjoy it!
Grew up with Casio & G-Shocks & a long time user. As growing older I need to be more active to keep myself fit. Started looking for a G-Shock for gym + hiking + rucking + other outdoor activities.
This is when I found that Garmin does it miles better - got rid of a GW-9400 Rangeman & a Protrek to fund towards a Garmin Fenix. Many of the Garmin features should've appeared in G-Shocks ages ago. Now Casio is just many miles behind Garmin.
as someone having Fenix 7x for long outdoor sessions, Apple Watch Ultra for daily work and of course, the 9400 for the lulz, i am agree with you. current Casio 'smart' watches are just comparable to the ancient Fenix 3😂, no offense here. but hey, i might getting this new Rangeman, the design..i like..alongside the GWG-B1000
with all the slow-limited-missing-wish it had-should haves mentioned by him how can anyone justify the price of this thing
don't recall a drop/abuse test mentioned isn't that the legacy of the g-shock
Amen to that.
Thing is, at this pricepoint, the G shock badge and look cannot outweigh the cons. Missing features, by more generation. You can get better option for less or more features for this price at the competitors.
I own a GBD200 which is still pretty much basic, but costs only 130 EUR. At that pricepoint, the somewhat better durability and battery life are a good selling points. For 700 EUR only the mostly devoted will buy this unfortunately.
And with Casio you are without an ecosystem which Apple, Garmin, etc. have.
I think it is worth noting that a watch like this from g shock will charge on solar power within the day unlike garmin solar (refering to instinct 1) that takes about 2 weeks of sitting outside to charge up. So while the battery in the g shock is smaller and doesnt seem to last as long, the better solar charging keeps it going when you actually get sunlight. The 2 month in smart watch mode is basically indefinite. The 2 years on regular watch mode is absolute basic power saving sitting in a dark room, even an hour of sunlight a year would be enough to keep it going. Thats the difference between garmin and g shock, no gimmicks on the watch that dont live up to the advertising. It is easy to put features in a watch that don't work, but casio has been making solar powered, gps and heart rate monitoring watches since the 80s before our phones lost their chords and gained touch screens.
how is the solar charging on instinct 2x solar ?
Of course you're comparing the solar charging to the instinct 1. Instinct 2x has much better solar charging, you can even see in some reviews that it does charge up the battery so the claim isn't some bs. And the 2x is much more capable as a smart/fitness watch. There's no saving grace for this g shock except durability, let's be honest.
Problem is, you can flex with battery life, but still missing a boatload of features. What is the point to use a device for ages if you are missing out big time on useful things.
I was a huge G-Shock fan. I still have a collection of them including the original Rangeman. They are good reliable watches before all these smart watches became main stream. I now have an Garmin Epix 2 and I wear that watch everyday. I think G-Shock is still kinda stuck in the 90s. They definitely need to make a lot of improvements and catch up with the times.
Their phone app is just hot garbage. I had a GDB-H2000. While the watch is nice and wears very comfortably, the phone app is just disgusting to use. Also, they need to keep releasing software updates to their watches. It is no longer acceptable to just release a watch and then forget about it.
The app has gotten a lot better but it’s still got a ways to go before it’s compete with the other big names out there! Thanks for sharing!
couldnt agree more. well said. i have garmin epix pro 2, and previosly owned many fenix series. and i do still have soem G-Shock. casio stuck back in 90's . their technology in term of software and capability. accuracy very poor compared to modern smart watch espcially garmin. but rhey are still best durable watches
couldn’t agree more man. i love casio and have a small collection of casios both g shocks and pro treks. after being given an apple watch i just can’t really justify wearing them anymore except for special circumstances. once i buy a garmin fenix i don’t think i’ll ever buy another watch. i just wish casio would build something closer to a fenix. if they did, i along with many others would buy it. but instead they stick to all these collaborations and insane color-ways and model variations. they must just want to stick to the formula that has worked for them.
my gbdh1000 is on update 9. Theyre currently moving it over to the new casio app and away from g shock move as they have done with the other watches. THey are developing their own in house operating systems and apps rather than piggy backing off google etc who notoriously drop their old product lines with a year or two in a bid to sell newer hardware. The watches are designed around efficiency and self sustainability rather than trying to do as much as possible and needing to be taken off to be charged every 7 days. THe solar is the most misunderstood and misrepresented part, garmin solar is a sales gimick while casio's solar actually works within a day.
@@freddykruger3320Are we talking about the same watch or about the same comapany, even ?
I have alway bought G-Shocks, I even had the GBD 1000, but last year I purchased from watching this channel the Instinct 2X. It’s been fabulous, the HR sensor is so much more accurate and it’s fine to sleep with.
If Garmin only made a square/rectangle Instinct, the rounded shape is so tiresome outdated...
After using it for about 3 weeks. The GPS has become faster and more accurate with more use (not sure if the recent app maintenance helped maybe).
HR is pretty similar to my Garmin instinct 2x.
I don't have all of the features on all of the time besides notifications and some short GPS tracking use. And I've only lost one bar of battery. 👌🏼
Great review as always. G shock takes me back to my youth, and I’m north of 50 now. Used to have a couple of g shocks and loved them. Unfortunately they look so dated now, though I do love the rugged look. A 1 inch monochrome screen just doesn’t seem that great though, and at 500 bucks you have to be freakin’ joking. Thanks Dave.
I love the G Shock because of its solid rough look and had been a G Shock wearer for 30 years. But then i was introduced to the Garmin fenix 7x pro sapphire solar, and im sold. So i brought it for me at the cost of a screaming wife. Luckily for me, i also brought me some awesome samsung buds to drown out the screaming. Awesome review
The best video so far for the new rangeman. I am really disappointed from Casio, that’s no long awaited upgrade for the gpr b1000. But I ordered it because I am a g Shock fan, and I will try it out in real live. Maybe it can convince me 😜
Greetings from Germany
Yesterday, I received mine from Japan. I bought it for 2 reasons: 1- Im a G- shock fan and need an upgrade 2- like the fact that has a heart rate monitor something the newest Mudmaster lacks. However, it doesn’t substitute my Garmin tactix 7. Great video
It looks better than Garmin, Suunto, Apple or Polar.... If the rangeman uses the same technologies.... It sweeps away....!!!
😉😉😉
Instinct 2X is awesome. I've got pretty large wrists so the size doesnt affect me, but it lasts forever and the light is consistently getting use, especially with sundown around 5:30pm right now
I've got the solar 1 and looking at the 2x solar tactical. I would love to know, have you tried charging this thing on sunlight only? I usually leave my instinct 1 out in the sun to charge in powersaving mode when it gets low just to test it out how long it takes to get to a high charge.
@@freddykruger3320 I haven't tried giving it a charge with sunlight, I've only had it in winter months so far. But the 2x shows how much light you've taken in and I manage about 8-10k lux in the car on an hour drive so I would expect it to charge pretty well.
@@freddykruger3320 I have a 2x solar since july 2023 and charged it 2 or 3 times. This morning is sunny, I put it near the window in direct sunlight and it went to 27 days to 31 days authonomy in just 2.5 hours. In the sime time my fenix 7pro (turned off) increased its authonomy by less than 1 day.
I had a ProTrek 3510. I wore it to work for a week and ended up returning it. The bulkiness was too much. The temp sensor kept digging into my arm and the reversed screen wasn't very legible. I ended up getting Garmin Instinct at less than half price of this Gshock and it's night and day. Garmin is so comfortable and very customizable including the buttons, light, etc. Not to mention it's an ABC watch with navigation, and no phone is needed to use those features. And the battery lasts forever. No more chunky Gshocks. This one looks even fatter than my ProTrek.
That was the pressure sensor you're talking about. The temp sensor is built into the main board of the watch.
@@traviswalker8933 Ah. Thank you. Shows how much I know lol
SOFTWARE UPDATE:
Just an FYI that the GPR-H1000 received an update, which enables much faster satellite connection.
Massive practical improvement.
I'm so impressed with this piece, and it's usability now.
IMHO, it's an issue that should've been addressed before release in that I believe damage was done to the reputation of both Casio and the Gshock/ Rangeman name.
That said, this watch is now a complete workhorse for me.
I love it.
That's great to hear after a disappointing showing for Casio at release. Thanks for the update!
How is the solar charging capability in your experience from a practicality standpoint? On a sunny day does it have any hope of stemming the extreme battery drain of the GPS tracking mode?
@@SilencedMi5 I am also intetested
To me The Rangeman will always be the GW9400. If the reinvent the watch they should give it a new name. Also, I still have an Original Instinct solar. Works just fine.
I am also considering this watch, and your review has given me very good suggestions, especially in terms of battery life. Thank you very much.
Have this. I liked the GBD-H2000 and I just always wanted it to look more beefy. And it's exactly that!
No shortage of beef here!
As in the GDB series, this display is very easy to read and I like it a lot. This is the biggest advantage of these watches.
At that price, I would consider other options for sure. The Garmin Instinct 2X would be a solid 1st option.
gorilla glass, lol, plastic throw away watch with pseudo solar
@@freddykruger3320 I'm a mechanic and wore the first generation instinct for over 3 years with zero problems. Banging the watch face against all types of different materials and it only has a few scratches.
so? its still gorilla glass with a case that can't be opened without breaking it. If being a mechanic was supposed to be some sort of proof that its tough, remember, the internet is an easy place to lie, and, if you dont scratch gorilla glass while working as a mechanic, you might be considered a bit of a slacker
@@freddykruger3320 whatever you want to believe!
This was such an awesome and thorough review. 😎🤙🏼
Glad it was helpful!
J'ai cette montre depuis le 20 janvier 2024. Elle est absolument parfaite pour mon usage en plein air.
Peux-tu détailler l'autonomie de la montre stp ?
Great review! As Casio build the first running watch with lots of storage and programmable trainings, back in 1985, it is so disappointing what they deliver today!
Great video
That's a no to the G-Shock after watching this and yes to instinct 2X
For Decades G-Shock was all I wore, especially the GBD and Rangeman series. Then I switched to Garmin watches. Started with the Instinct, Fenix 5, Fenix 6X, Currently Tactix 7 Pro.
Although I miss my G-Shocks, I don't regret making the move over to Garmin.
Similar. I use Garmin when I train, as their fitness watches are miles ahead. I still use g shock when I don’t want to be connected as much
I love the look and design of this. I have an instinct 2 solar which does everything I need but it looks soulless to me.
Great review buddy. Been waiting for an opinion on the Rangeman H1000. My initial thoughts when I saw it, overpriced and no where near as good as the Garmin Instinct 2X, which I upgraded to over a Fenix 6 Solar. The 2X will take some beating IMO, but good to hear more about the H1000 and your opinions on it. I definitely won't be buying. It's a shame as I love G-Shocks and own quite a few of them but Casio seem to have completely missed the beat on these fitness watches.
I owned a gbd-H2000 which is basically the same watch with different design, then went to an instinct 2x and apart from the "gshock clan" vibe, nothing was in favor of the Casio (yet it's a nice belonging feeling, a bit like Miata owners salute themselves when they cross paths :) ). Everything it did the Garmin did better (especially the app). Well, now I settled on a Fenix 7 pro SS anyway :p
Thank you for this video, honest and informative as you know how to provide them. Keep up the excellent work !
Being a huge Casio fan and old timer user since 1982 the Garmin Instinct 2X (regular or tactical) is just the G-Shock killer in my own humble opinion.
Casio is way behind Garmin now in terms of ergonomy and functions.
Now I wear an Epix Pro 51mm and Casio is something of the past I still cherish though. I do still own a all titanium GMWB5000TB-1, aka “Stealth Wealth", which I wear on the right wrist in pure nostalgia mode.
I totally get the nostalgia of the G-Shock devices. I think that's why they still have no problem selling them. There is a market of people that don't want an overly "smart" or connected device on their wrist and just want something to tell time, have great battery life, and occasionally track runs while also keeping that distinct look. For me? I tend to look at things a bit more pragmatically and that's where I struggle with the price of this watch.
the biggest down of this device is that, it doesnt have backtracking, something I find it very useful in Garmin instinct 2x solar
I am Korean. Nevertheless, your English pronunciation is so accurate and pleasant to listen to, making it easy for me to understand. Thank you for creating such great content!
G-Shock for life
Perfect rugged watch!
i have another GPS Rangeman with tracking thats solar. After maybe 4 years of ownership it has been charged once. I underuse it, but love it. Then bought Garmin instinct solar. I charge this every 3 weeks. Was going to update to a better Garmin, but as a Gshock fan and someone who doesnt need all stuff, just basic O2, sleep and pacing, this is the one for me....
Totally agreed with your video, i just bought this new Rangeman because im a ghock fans, in other hand i use garmin fenix for my fitness activities.
You've got the best presentations of watches!You and some asian guy(you two are the best of all)!👍
J'adore les g-shock mais les arguments positifs et négatifs que vous énumérés sont pertinents.
Une très bonne revue en tout cas!
Une belle montre de survivaliste.
J'ai une gw-9400 et j'aurai aimé acheter la gpr-h1000 mais pour 500€ Casio à encore un ou deux coups de retard par rapport à la concurrence.
Je pense partir sur une Garmin instinc 2x solar.
Merci encore pour ce test de qualité.
Salutation de 🇨🇵
Glad it was helpful!
As a garmin and gshock fan, hands down for price. Garmin wins with its features. And I wear my rangeman for the most part. Older one. But price for price I’m picking garmin. But just because I will be buying this one soon just to add with the collection. But I do feel like gshock is not it when it comes to recording data. They have always been a great rugged watch. Great review by the way.
Thanks for this really useful review. Exactly what I was looking for.
same here can that thing do ANYTHING better than a competitor
Great review Dave!
100% Real and Honest!
Thank God ordinary people make tech reviews too, and not only professional UA-camrs and Influencers!
2-5 Minutes for GPS sync, No Weather, No Maps...
I know it is $500 and not $1100 like the Garmin's, but the other thing that I know too is the current year is 2024... and the overall filling is like this watch is from 2014!
It is a shame how the Titan like Casio does not use the opportunity and does not make this watch Really stack up with features for the outdoors, but probably the problem is in the Satellite support and they have none in comparison with Garmin InReach established applications, services, and team to support the whole thing.
Great review. You were able to sum it up pretty good. G-Shock has definitely secured the market on the "durability" need of consumers but still lags behind technology-wise, unfortunately. Was hoping for better from a $500 watch, but wow, the watch is sharp. Garmin has secured the "fitness" need of consumers, but can't compete with the durability of G-Shock even with their Instinct 2X, which is no surprise. I guess it all depends on the buyer's wants and needs, and you covered that perfectly here. I will likely purchase the Instinct 2X Solar Tactical as an everyday health and fitness tracker, but I will wear my G-Shock GW-9400 and my G-Shock Mudmaster GWG-1000 on occasion. I will also keep those G-Shocks close by in the event that nuke takes out my Garmin. Both the Casios and the Garmins have their place. 😏
Agree with your statement. I have a Garmin tactix for hiking/fitness watch- but at times I just want to have less functions/simplicity/toughness that g shocks bring.
I just find the Garmin watches to be really bad looking. I don't know why ... not a single model captivated me with its looks - no contest on utility and or functionality though, but to me, wearing a watch is still 50% looks lol (I'm a mechanical watch guy, I wear G-Shocks sometimes when I go work outside in the field to save my mechs from destruction). But honestly though, I wish Garmin would spend some resources on watch design, they all look so bland and mostly tasteless to me.
This Watch is amazing but should come at 290 max inc comparison with what others offer
I love all my Gshocks, and will never wear any other brand, just being able to self solar charge itself is a survival watch winner,
Best overall review I have seen. I would note that some people (like me) prefer g shock as they don’t need the advanced tracking features and prefer something tougher. And he is right, features Garmin. Tougher g shock.
Perfect review. It's very informative and honest. 👍👏👏 Thank you so much to help my decision about this watch. 🙏✌
Glad it was helpful!
Good review 🙂👍🏼. I love Casio watches, I have a few of them, including the Rangeman GPRB-1000 and the GWG-1000, which are great and are ‘tanks’ of watches, but to me, this offering from Casio is a little half baked. ‘If’ they did their homework on the competition, refined the software, both on the device and within the app, had the ability to connect to external HRM’s etc, and put all that in the form factor of a pro-trek PRW-35, (or similar sized offering), it would be ideal and I would definitely buy it.
Casio don’t seem serious about getting a foothold in the fitness market, they have the knowledge and could easily have a great product, which could compete with the likes of the Instinct 2X if they wanted to. It’s really disappointing that they don’t seem to be trying. Right now, I’m wearing the Instinct 2X tactical, because it does everything I need, (and then some) and far as I’m concerned, there isn’t a watch out there that can match it, with its features and at its price range.
Fantastic review, take a Bow sir. Ive just ordered my new ranger from Casio, apparently you cant have the baro trend in top window! Taking a shower is about my limit with exercise, im more into the ABC functions, hoping the baro has a storm alert for sudden pressure. Really hoping im not disappointed with this.
Hope you like it!
Yeah, same here, I'm more interested in the ABC side of the watch too, I kind of wish they just stuck with that and didn't include all the fitness stuff in there - they already have a fitness range, they should have kept such features there.
It's been a comprehensive review, good job. Greetings from turkey
Fantastic review, great info and observations 👍👍👍
I still wear the Casio GBD-H1000 and im switching to the Garmin Fenix7. Casio doesn't update their watches. Its pretty lackluster, unfortunately.
💯 Agree.
They update it by releasing a new model.
It is absolutely ridiculous that they simply refuse to support their watches.
Fenix 6X Pro here. Bought on release. Used to wear nothing but GShock. Still a fan of them, but there's really no comparing it to a Fenix. I haven't even looked at another watch since. They're not perfect, but very close. I wanted a tough watch that could also be smart, and not require charging every day or two. It fit that bill.
@@J.Wick. No joke, I saw you on classic firearms FN510 video, that's my daily carry
Excellent review I have been studying the GPRH I will also research Garmin now. I had already researched the Coros on my list!
Thanks Again I’m on the right track!
This watch is so cool. It’s winner.
As many commentators here I used to be G-Shock collector but Casio strategy in last decade made me abandon this sinking ship. It is amazing how such big company is not able to pay for descent app. Why they are so stubborn not to support their watches with firmware upgrades, is beyond me. The technology is obsolete, the endurance is not at the level it used to be and prices are ... well ... in Poland this watch costs 700 dollars exactly the same as Garmin 7X Solar while Garmin Instinct 2X costs less then 500.
I wouldn't call it a sinking ship! They still sell lots of watches. I think there's a market for them with folks who don't want an overly complicated or connected device on their wrist. For example, you can't use a Garmin, Coros, Polar, or Suunto without activating them in their respective apps first. G-Shock is one of the few that let you just use the watch out of the box and don't require connectivity. Some people still like that. For me? At $500 I want a bit more!
@@ChaseTheSummitI think G-Shock as a brand lost its identity. Real professional users long ago drifted away to Garmin, Suunto, Polar or Coros. And those people are setting trends. Right now if You want to look tough, sporty or rugged You don't wear some overpriced G-Shock, no You wear Fenix. I have few friends who are doing quite advanced trekking and non of them is wearing Casio watch all of them are using some kind of Garmins. Right now Casio is becoming purely fashion brand selling overpriced, multicolor, small watches. And every sport or survival watch is just another catastrophe. I'm afraid Casio will have very rude and unpleasant awakening quite soon. And by the way, in standalone mode any Fenix or Epix is eating any watch from Casio portfolio for breakfast, in my opinion.
I'd much rather have the Instinct 2X. Especially with it being available for less money than the GPR-H1000. I mean.. €319 vs €500. That's a HUGE difference plus the Garmin is way better when it comes to fitness tracking plus a better app. Oh, and even the Fenix 7 is cheaper than this at €430.
As a gshock and garmin fan. I agree with you. I had just about all the instinct and tactix watches. Bang for buck the instinct hands down with all the features.
The garmin is for beta males. G shock for chads.
100%
Ok but Garmin Is much less sexy 🤭
Where do you find a fenix for that price?
Great review, thanks Dave.
Looks really great on your wrist 👍
Thanks for the review!
While I'm a big G-Shock fan, I do completely agree with your comments on the functionality (lack of it!) and the sensors. I have a Garmin Instinct 2 Solar and boy, I think it's a better watch than the GPR-H1000. The GPS was a big letdown IMO while I could not come to terms with the sleep recovery mode.
The watch looks really cool but it didn't justify the amount that I spent on it. Would have rather spent the same amount on an Instinct 2X Solar.
My next G-Shock. ❤
I only like rangeman and frogman,I always wear 2 watch,1 hand wear gpr b1000 ,1 hand wear FENIX 7 sapphire solar
I tried a Garmin Fenix then a full metal G-Shock 5000. Both are far far away to a good smartwatch. Sometimes, very rare i forget my phone at home. With a smartwatch i can call and receive calls and WhatsApp messages.
But to be fair, in some scenarios i still rely on my G-Shock GD350BR. It took an insane amount of punishment, i love that watch!
Survivability while camping / hiking / outdoors seems to be its core strength.
Good review, but I will stick with my all reliable Fenix 6X Pro Solar
Hello. As for the watch, it's great. It's a pity that the price is not the same as gdb h2000. these are actually twin structures. 🙂
Great review bro,, I´m between GBD H2000 and this one (GPR H1000)... Rangeman looks really cool
Same here,probably I’ll go with GBD-H2000 ,it’s 30g less than GPR-H1000
thanks for the details bro
The Garmin is really bad looking IMHO, it looks like the design team had no taste while designing it. I like the G-Shock look, they know how to make watches (not GPS's), it is certainly a statement to wear that watch, but I can't imagine sleeping with it to get some sleep metrics :D ITS HUGE! It would probably annoy me to hell when I'm in bed. I also want to say that the G-Shock's screen tech is so much nicer than Garmin's (light-years ahead in clarity, especially if you're visually challenged) - Honestly the GPR-H1000 was never really designed to be a fitness watch, I don't know why they bothered with such features - they should have just suck with Rangeman features and probably reduced the cost by $100 or so. I don't really care to track sleep, heart rate, phone notifications, etc. etc. But I love having a solar compass, barometer, altimeter and the weather prediction algorithm as well as world time which adjusts via GPS, the wonderful display, the ruggedness, and so on. I still wear my Pro-Trek from 1994 and it still rocks!
I sent mine back after a few weeks, my yellow one soon lost it's colour and marked up very quickly. Very disappointed, it's a fitness watch, not a rangeman. Instead I bought the latest mudmaster, cost me £700, it has two compasses, it can record your route and bring you back to wear you started. The latest mudmaster watch kicks the llamas ass.
Ordered my first Casioak Bluetooth solar version earlier. Wish there will be a smarter watch version of it in the future. I’m new to g shocks and so far, all my research about the ones with smart watch features may not be as good compared to others. Like I said, my dream watch would be a Casioak form factor with touch screen, changeable watch faces, and those heart tracker and such that works well. This will happen in the future I just know it. For now, got my eye on Instinct 2s and Apple Watches for a proper smart watch
Thanks for the review. I was hoping that the accuracy will be much better. I like my trusty G-Shocks, they are fun, but when it comes to the training i will stick with my Fenix 7 and Edge 530 + HRM Pro. I love the look of that beast, but for 500 bucks I would expect better accuracy!
I think accuracy is fixed with firmware.
It is a cool looking watch and im all on board with the MIP display, but it seems like Casio has long ways to go to even compete with smart watch brands. 5-10 minutes to start the GPS? Button delay is still an issue i see, inaccurate heart rate data.
Great Review 👍🏿
ใส่ casio เอาตัวรอดในป่าได้ยังไง หรือพวกคุณหมายถึง ฉันรอดมาได้อย่างไร ? และนำ casio ไปเชื่อมต่อโทรศัพท์เพื่อดู ?
ถ้าเป็น garmin ฉันยังพอเข้าใจเพราะมันมีแผนที่ให้ดูเพื่อออกจากป่า โดยไม่ต้องพกพาโทรศัพท์ ขณะที่คุณหลงทาง
โปรดอธิบาย casio ช่วยให้คุณรอดจากการหลงป่าอย่างไร
A crown would be useful to scroll through all those functions on the watch. From what I saw here, it looks like a Garmin or Suunto would be better for the activity tracking features and I would try to find a GW-9400 if I wanted a Rangeman G-Shock.
Thanks!
Thank you!
Good review! You can also go for Honor GS Pro which will eat all 3 of those watches for breakfast for a quarter of the price. Amoled display, gps, voice calls etc, etc...
I'll have to check it out. My only experience with Honor watches wasn't very good last year!
I was thinking to switch from Garming fenix 7 solar to this watch as i like G_shock watches but unfortunately G_shock is not there yet! Thanks for this review anyways
great tattoo "μου λείπεις". Nice review
can the solar charge work if its used only as a regular watch? no bluetooth nor sensors nor gps and those things?
Świetna recenzja.
Ja zastanawiam się pomiędzy casio GPR-H1000 a Garmin instinct 2x solar.
Hope it was helpful! Like I said in the video the Instinct 2X is a much more feature packed watch in my opinion. The G-Shock is all about the look/feel and brand.
Great new watch I wish it was 400 $ . Still waiting for G Shock to redo the " Mud Master " ... that watch might go for 1000 $
With the older rangeman gpr b1000, and Gulfmaster, i am just sad they didnt add, mapping, hourly beep, and depth sensor for swimming.
I think it’s too big, and far too technical considering That a lot of the functions on it are on your phone.
However.
I do like G -Shocks as I have two, myself. The GAW100b and the GA2100.
All the best👍🏾🇬🇧
I have a the new mud master GWGB1000 witch I have owned for a few months now and it has a similar strap and keeper which is also not very good at its job and has gained a few scratches now. the watch came with a software problem the atomic clock signal was not automatically tuning in at night and updating the time which was fixed in the app after a download i don’t like the app it was much better with the old apps I could set the world time to individual towns and city’s also mission log maps were a lot better i find the mission log does run the battery power down but the solar panel brings the charge up I don’t think I will be picking up the new range man
If it came with Android Wear OS, I would buy it today!
Hi mate.
It seems that this big boy has the same « paw » HR sensor than the square dw h5600 that you should absolutely review 🎉
Yep, looks like the same sensor. I wonder if it would be more accurate in a smaller watch!
I bought the GBD h2000 last year which this watch is basically a re-skin of. It was garbage. Replaced it with a T Rex Pro and haven't looked back.
thats trrue the GSHOCK- RANGEMAN has everything you need in terms of cardio/ heart rate/ altimeter/barometer/temp...etc..etc...durability/ shock proof/ and battery last 2 weeks...depsite on solar
It’s hard to compare these two as they are in different category’s. It might not seem that way on the surface but g shocks (200m) are 2x the build of the instinct (100m) and as a survival watch the shock is king. The g shock is much higher quality in every avenue it counts.Don’t forget that you can get one hell of a Casio VC for 250$ that would last a lifetime with no battery replacement and save your life if shit went south with its 3sensors. Its solar ability is far superior ,has all the tools to help monitor fitness goals, navigation and weather with out any smart features using real time tools. So in the end a Casio could save your life in many more ways and what’s the value of that ???
Lol, you already received Casio's paycheck it seems.
Great review as always Dave. I love G-Shocks but this looks even bigger than the Instinct 2X. Would you say that it wears larger than the Instinct 2X. I’m seriously thinking of going from the OG Instinct Solar to the 2X but concerned about the size.
Honestly just upgrade to a 2x the sensor that casio uses is oddly uncomfortable if you want to wear this all the time but garmin is comfortable and just feels like any other watch in your wrist
great review! but I personally think Garmins still better
Unlike Garmin's instinct series, this g-shock doesn't randomly crash or shutdown.
Haven't had that happen on mine. Which model has that happened for you?
Keep dreaming. Garmin watches don't fail but it amusing to read such fake stories now and then 🤣
Thanks for the review:)
It looks amazing
But like you said it’s better to go for the garmin instinct 2x solar for that price👌
Loving that watch 🫶
Wow Dave,that watch is huge,I guess G Shock expects you to jump off a building with it, beautiful watch though,but I'll stay with Garmin, thanks bro
You see thats the difference to japanese customer. Japanese people know that you just endure it until you dont even realize it was unconfortable at the beginning. Theyre just much more intelligent people by culture ^^@@pparmar40
Dave, I have the same wrist size as you. Do you feel watches bigger than 42-44mm look good on your wrist? I always had the Fenix S, and now I have an Epix 42. But I don't know if it's worth trying the 47mm. All the best!!
Kinda depends on the watch. I love the size/weight of the Forerunner 965 even though on paper it's very similar to a 47mm Epix/Fenix but I find those a bit less comfortable (but still OK for daily wear). I only start to run into watches feeling "too big" when I wear the Epix/Fenix 51mm's or this Casio. I can pull it off but sometimes I find them frustrating to sleep with. Of course, it's all personal preference!
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from amzwatch I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Quite frankly, I’m more Plain-Shocked rather than G-Shocked on the shortcomings…again. Especially the inability to pair with a chest strap. That’s probably the worst part. And then the battery, with a tank like that, you could do better.
I'll need you to test that open water swimming profile there in Boston as soon as possible. Otherwise I'm not subscribing to this channel. 👍🏻
Jesus loves you brother!!
Maybe v2 of this watch is the one to get I find g shock to be very complicated to use but love their design and durability
i've watch gprh1000 disassembly video and i'am really impressed with the build quality but i never see any video of garmin instict 2x disassembly video..my previous instict one only last 2 years that make me doubt with the durability of the watch. instinct one doesn't use any screw, it's only use some kind of adhesive..one u open it for repair u never gonna get the same water resistant