Garmin Fenix 6 vs 6S - Is The 6S TOO Small? Let’s Explore The Differences FitGearHunter.com
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- Garmin Fenix 6 vs 6S - Is The 6S TOO Small? Let’s Explore The Differences
And my apologies for sound quality, the lapel mic clearly was overly sensitive and I am swapping it for upcoming videos to some thing of better quality.
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I went with a 6S and I'm a big guy. I also have a decent mechanical watch collection that I also wear a good bit and even the 6 was just huge compared to a normal mens watch. The 6s is actually a little bigger than a lot of popular men's sports watches like the Rolex Sub (5 digit, about the same as a 6 digit), Seamaster and Speedmaster. Also in the same ballpark as many Seiko divers which are also commonly worn men's watches. To me it's the closest multi-day sports watch that actually looks like a watch and not a weird computer on my wrist.
What is your wrist circumference?
@@mrgreenjeans 7.25”
@@k0pper Thanks, I'm looking to get a black 6S, but I never see them on sale.
@@k0pper You're using a custom band right? 7.25" (184mm) is more than the max supported (180mm) according to the specs
@@MarcelBornancin yeah I mean, it’s a watch, it takes standard 20mm watch straps. I don’t know that I’ve ever used a Garmin strap, they’re not very good and irritate my skin
Had my 6s Pro for 3 months now. Love it!
I run about three times a week, and it offers so much during and after a run.
Mapping and courses are phenomenal!
As a daily watch its also perfect for me being light and having a low profile.
The watch face is small, but everything I need to view is there.
Yes completely agree! So glad it’s been such a good solution for you. Thanks for sharing!
I went with the 6s Sapphire. Had it about a month now and am very happy with it. I have small wrists though so it very much works for me.
That’s great! It’s a super super powerful watch for the size. Glad it’s working for you!
How long does the battery holds for you ?
Wrist size?
I wanted to find a comparison between standard Garmin watches and their S versions. Frankly, I didn't expect anyone to bother making a video to lay out the differences. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that there actually was a really good review. I don't know if I needed all of these details but I certainly needed to find this video, so I could quit looking for something like it!
Thanks, Fit Gear Hunter!
So glad it helped! Yes - I think the differences are really important to note! What are you going to get?
I tried all three of the sixes, and the plastic 945.
My final choice was the fenix 6 pro sapphire. the 6s was way to small for my taste, the 6x was so big and bulky on my wrist. The 945 was just 30 less than the 6 pro sapphire at Christmas, that was a no brained and I’m not going to purchase another plastic watch.
Great videos
Completely agree! 100%. And you got the F6 sapphire for $30 more than 945?! That is a crazy good deal, that is definitely the best of the bunch, and a lot of them had higher quality colorization to the screens (there were a lot of F6 versions that had a bluish black backdrop). Completely agree! Thanks for saying
5mm is huge difference for a watch. 47mm case diameter for most people is massive. I have a 7 1/4 inch wrist and the 42mm fits perfect. The 47mm felt like having a plate in my wrist.
Yes good point. I've found it also comes down to what you are used to. Some people have just worn larger watches for a while and gotten used to it - the 6S casing size is excellent for the general normal population wrist size.
@@fitgearhunter You're 100% right. I've noticed that with a lot of reviews of Garmin watches and other smart watches. Different perspectives. Since Garmin marketed the 5s, 6s and 7s as womens watches, most people start with the bigger variations of the watch and they get use to the big size. They should of marketed these differently and I guarantee more men would of started with the 42mm. I've seen many reviews where a guy would review a 42mm version saying it's too small for their wrist when it usually looks better in my option.
Thank you! So happy to have found your review which focused on the size difference. Can’t try on at the local shops, and I’ve struggled between the 6s and 6, even after purchasing the 6s solar. I appreciate that you mention both your and wife’s wrist sizes, as this allowed me to relate to my own wrist. This helped so much! The only possible improvement would be to include side by side photos of both watches on the same wrist. Despite your comments, I feel the display looks more crisp on the 6s in this video. Perhaps it appears different IRL vs. on camera, tho. Again, thanks so much for this review!
Glad it helped! And great point for the future. Thanks!
My analog is a Breitling 812 GMT, that's a 48mm diameter, as far as analog watches go it is considered one of the largest vintage watches in diameter.
I think the question buyers need to be asking themselves is am I buying a tool to fulfil a purpose, or am I buying an adornment.
Oh and choose stainless, titanium may be a few grams lighter, but it is as soft as butter compared, there is a reason vintage watches in stainless cases have lasted more than 50 yrs of work.
Man, the 6s looks to me, like it has MUCH better contrast than the 6 ( when backlight is off )
Agree
Classic case of Form over function I guess. I really like and envy the aesthetics of the 6 but the 6s is just way more comfortable to wear 24-7 for crossfit, running, playing sport and definitely more comfortable to sleep with. Since those are the main reasons for me to get a fitness tracker I went with the 6s. Definitely needs longer bands though 🤦♂️
Yes absolutely! The band is just not comfortable out of the box. Even the clasp hits wrong. They should give option at purchase for long or short. Totally agree with all of your points, except I always sleep w at least two watches so I am used to multiple nuisances haha. Thanks for commenting!
@@fitgearhunter haha welcome to our world of getting watch bands that wrap around our wrists. :) I was running 10Ks every weekend before the Timex Triathlon had a women's version. I didn't even think about this not having a longer band but laughed out loud when you noticed. :) Thanks for the review - I'm debating if the screen will show all I want or if I'll have to squint. I've already revealed a bit about my age, so a bigger screen may be worth it. haha My wrists are tiny - still wearing the fenix 3 and used to that big screen.
Hey how long is your wrist?
I'm a man with small wrists. I found my previous watch, the Forerunner 645, to be perfect. I bought a 745 (which I'm wearing right now) but the battery life is pretty abysmal - even after turning off things like instant HR display and seconds on the watch face, and only about 2 hours of non-GPS activity tracking, the battery will be dead after 5 days. That's about what I got out of my FR645 when it was 3 years old! Also, my FR645 went in the trash because the plastic case cracked (right where it holds the band) and I'm hesitant to invest in another plastic watch in this price range. So, I ordered a 6S Pro... Eagerly waiting it's arrival. I think it's the perfect middle ground for me in this situation. It helps that it's 30% off for the holidays!
Yes sir! It will definitely hold up better in battery, and if not you can always consider the jump to the 945 LTE. The new tech/sensors make it great, but I can’t go with it for the same reason - have to have more durability.
But I do the the 6S pro will suite you well all around. The fenix line is my preferred version.
Came across your comment and can relate 100%. My beloved Forerunner 645 Music of three years also cracked at one of the lugs. I was able to miraculously super glue it back together, but I'm not sure how long it'll hold. So I went ahead and ordered a new Fenix 6s after doing some research. Got it for a steal of a deal! I'm hoping it has as close to the same fit as the FR645 as possible given that I plan to wear it all the time. I've got small wrists and anything larger will look silly. Can't wait for a metal build!
@@djexpo6655 Honestly, prepare to be blown away. The 6S is a huge step up from the 645. The 645 lacked a lot of the higher Health analytics, mapping, lots of stuff. It won’t change the feeling of the form factor from what you were used to either.
How did it work out for you?
I would take the 6S pro over the 745. It makes a better running watch. I race all the time. Size matters when you're a runner. I had the 6 pro sapphire. I noticed the weight when running 500+ miles. Plus I think I hit it on every damn wall I walked by.
That is hilarious, and I agree 1000%. Just to have maps, stainless steel build quality, and currently the updated sleep analytics is a huge differentiator.
Excellent review, thank you! So, I tried the 6S, and yes, too small. Not only do I find the 20mm bands a bit too narrow for my tastes, I almost can't get the band fastened comfortably around my wrist! Honestly the 945 seems the most comfortable of the three, but I'm afraid I don't care for the plastic aesthetic. Also, I like the way the Fenix software does widgets. So it is the 6 for me.
1000% agree. I decided to send it back because I couldn’t handle the narrow bands and had the exact same issue trying to close them. I purchased the extra long band, which would work fine, but overall it just felt too small. Waiting for the Garmin to release some more 6 solar titanium variants to purchase one in black hopefully. And you can adjust the 945 to show widgets at a glance like you see in the F6, just so you know. Honestly I think the F6 is the way to go, because I feel the same about the plastic casing and the smaller screen of the 945.
@@fitgearhunter Honest answer - do you sleep wearing the 6 or have to take it off because it's just too heavy?
@@jimbo5603 No issues here! Wear it all the time, 24 7. And that includes if I’m testing the largest options they offer
I ordered both to try. (Sapphire, of course😁)
Easily the 6 version for me. 17cm wrist.
Even it’s heavier it’s more comfortable on my wrist because of wider support from band and watch. And you get all the pros: battery, screen and look.
Even the 6s on paper is the same size as a standard mechanical watch it’s still looks and feels small on my wrist.
I feel the 6s is aimed at women. Very short strap as well.
Debated this same thing for a while and in the end went with the 6 Sapphire. So pleased I did it's the perfect size and weight for me. I think any lighter would feel a little like a toy watch. I've got 17.5cm wrists and it looks spot on. Extra screen real estate really makes a difference when running/working out etc.
One measurement I found missing on all smartwatch videos is the lug to lug distance.
That definitely determines how a watch wears on the wrist.
For example, a 47mm diameter case with a 50mm lug to lug will wear smaller than a 42mm and 50mm lug to lug. The opposite is true if you take a 47mm diameter watch with a 48mm lug to lug.
Do you know what's the lug to lug of both watches?
I wish you had put both on your wrist, so we could see how it looks . Thanks for the video, very useful!
I went from a 935 to the 5s plus and was surprised how much I liked it. Battery is on 935 is so much better. But the 5s is more then enough for my daily use and activities. And it is not top heavy at all on the wrist. So I'm going for the 6s pro solar as my next upgrade.
I have the 6s totally love it
I actually like the clean look of the 945. Although it’s a polymer it doesn’t look or feel like plastic to me. I’ve read so many complaints about the beautiful Fenix bezels getting easily scratched and then they look terrible, I bang my 945 on my desk or a wall at least once a day and it’s still flawless (and when I whack it, it sounds like metal lol). I understand why some prefer the more dressy look of the Fenix as an everyday watch, especially for work.
Ha great points all around. I like the 945 a lot too, and I absolutely have seen scratches on different test Fenix 6 units I’ve had. 100% agree. And the plastic of the 945 isn’t as felt as the 745 and 245 - totally agree. Honestly - my one true secret wish - is that the 955 will have an AMOLED screen and all of the same functionality with training. That’s it - watch search over. Glad you’re liking the 945! Awesome watch - and only 50g weight!
@@fitgearhunter YES! I wanted the Venu so bad but my main purpose for the watch is the training metrics, so I couldn’t even consider it. For what the Fenix costs, one of those options should be AMOLED. It’s crazy to charge $700+ for a watch and have a screen that terrible. For those who want long battery life, the transflective/solar options are there. And yes, weight was a big selling point of the 945 over the Fenix b/c I have small wrists!
Guy (5’ 7” 150lbs) here with a 6s. The 6 was too big and felt like it was compensating for something lol
No I totally get it! A good friend did the same. I tried it but it was just barely too small, and the band that shipped with it barely didn’t fit. Glad you like it!
@@fitgearhunter definitely the band is too short even for me. I’m barely making it work but have bands on order already 👍🏽
Thanks for sharing, great review. would you prefer the fenix 6s or the forerunner 945? couldn't decide between them.
Which one you choose ? :)
5:30 if you ask me, the 6S seems crisper and has better contrast.
That said, it really varies from watch to watch. My Fenix 6 Pro has good contrast
8:40 he's asking US if we think the size his going to bother HIM? Errrr OK
Thank you for a good review, I have exactly the same doubts about what kind of watch I should go for... I have a 16,5 cm wrist and my concern is what size will be best for me. This review help me a lot but it's not perfect, it would be perfect if you could tell what size you have on your wrist and show the watches on your wrist.
I have now had a 6 Pro Solar on my arm for two weeks, this size is perfect for me and my wrist. A fantastic watch who I think will serve me well for some years..
A 16 cm wrist. I went for the 6s and I do not regret it. The lugs of the regular 6 are spread apart wider than my wrist seen from above. That's a ridiculous match, especially if you want to use the watch 24/7 (or close to it).
The sweet spot for me was the 735XT at 44.5mm in diameter. The 6S is just a bit too small and the 6 is just a bit too big. No Goldilocks size for me unfortunately but the with the 7 now available I'll probably get the 6S on sale. I had the Fenix 5 and 5S and returned both but the 5S had those long lugs which made the watch look awful. With the lug issue rectified on the 6S I'll take another punt on the smaller version. I've also owned many mechanical watches and prefer smaller over bigger for comfort and general fit and feel. I think modern styles and marketing have made the trend for larger watches to be considered normal but they are so ungainly for every day wear IMHO. The bigger screens are more practical for sure. I think the 6S could/should be thinner, which would make it more comfortable and look better too. Just 2mm bigger in diameter and 2mm slimmer would be perfect for me Garmin if you are listening.😀
?Thank you for sharing! I know it is a different look altogether, but the new Forerunner 265 is a perfect size in my opinion, and the new AMOLED screen is perfect
Thanks for the comparison. Down the line which have you been using more?
6 all the way! I just can’t let go of bigger robust design. Thanks!
I am extremely happy with my 6S sapphire! But I have very small wrists so it was a no brainer for me, even use the original band. Always a bit jealous of other men that can get away with more rugged watches. I like how you can put on an analogue dial and it doesn't look misplaced when wearing it in the office. I think it just has a more refined look.
What size wrists do you have do you know? Currently deciding with no retail stores to be able to try in. I'm 16.5cm and thinking 6s will be better suited.
I have small wrists for a man, just 15.5 cm, or 6". Wearing a 47mm face is out of the question for me. It wouldn't even fit under the cuff of my shirt. I was pleasantly surprised to see the 42mm face offered. It doesn't bother me that they're sold as "women's" watches. Who will know the difference?
One big question is not answered. How about the readability of the screen, Smaller screen means smaller widgets, smaller letters, smaller maps etc. If I'm running, I want to see my lots of data quickly. I do not want to limit the number of items so i get more space for bigger numbers. So, is the 6S still readable during (intensive) running?
@Trollovich Thanks! That is what I was searching for when I found this review. As a female with tiny wrists, I hate missing out on screen size and keep having huge watches that weigh my wrist down. I'm excited to see so many men liking the s. Giving me less FOMO.
I'm sure they would make more money with fewer options. They make it so there are things on one and not on another and vice versa, you get confused about the specs and worry you are about to buy something that hasn't got a feature you thought it had. Then you end up dithering by which time a new model comes out but the price of the older models has come down giving you more variables to ponder.
Yes, I actually skpped the 6 range so far because I just couldn't be bothered to wade through all the options
I got the 6S Pro last week. My wrists are 16 cm. Perfect size, but the band clasp is a bit uncomfortable when tightened, and the band could be longer. I have not tried the 6 Pro, no stores here have them on display.
They make longer quickfit 20mm bands for the 6s
Yes that’s funny you say that, I found the 6S traditional band to be a bit weird where the clasp hit as well. Couldn’t find any longer 6S bands on amazon either
I just got a regular 20mm quick release nylon strap. Just pop off the quickfit bars and you can use any standard 20mm Quick release band with quick release pins
@@flighted2513 Where did you find the quick-fit nylon band?
I have now got a custom made Nick Mankey Designs The Hook Strap, it’s great! Worth the 3-4 month wait :D
The 6s for me is is a bit big. I don't really find it heavy. I tried the 245 but didn't like the way it looked on my wrist. Personally I hope Garmin releases a instinct s model. I loved the instinct but it's a tank on my arm
Ha that’s funny about the size! the instinct is solid but unfortunately lacks the training analytics. I think it would be an honestly perfect watch for CrossFit if it did because of the rugged build and simple face/interaction. I think for style the 6S is way sharper than the 245. The 245 looks/feels plasticy- completely with you. Thanks for commenting!
Now that it's 2021 and there's a slightly thicker 6s Pro Solar, thoughts on that? Its almost as this as the 6pro but barely thinner yet smaller width
Same question. I am struggling to decide now that the 6s solar is in the mix.
@@cherbear8282 I got the 6 pro solar, I believe all solar editions to be slightly thicker. I have smoke wrists and dislike bulky things. This is as big as I'd ever go but I still sleep with it and wear it daily. I love it.
I have commented on some of your other video but as I saw you said that you are having a notification problem so I hope you that comment!! Your reviews are AWESOME helped me a lot although I hope you could answer my questions too!! Thank you!😁😁
Yes of course! Just answered the bicep one - thanks for commenting!
@@fitgearhunter yes I saw it thank you!!I was between polar grit X and fenix 6 and I just couldn't desire but I eventually did thanks to your videos mostly
@@marthalampropoulou so glad they helped!
@@fitgearhunter I went with the polar grit X btw
Ah man! This is the video I've been looking for.
Having a 245M (which is perfectly fine) my thoughts are I want the 6S BUT.... the battery life of it is probably not so much better than my 245M...so to make it worth the jump up I'd need to go to the 6. But the size is a bit big...especially as the 245M is great for comfort and sleeping in.
I'd be interested to know the mAh of the battery in 6 v 6S v 245M.
Glad it helped! I definitely think you will get more battery life out of the 6S, and 1 million more functions. Plus the back light is adjustable and I think set at 20 or 30% you’ll have the same brightness as the 245. I would probably look at that one before jumping straight to the full 6. Thanks!
@@fitgearhunter thank you for the reply! Having had a 3HR Sapphire before, it was just too big so I think I would in fact steer to the 6S...it's similar size profile to the 245M.
What size is your wrist?
Are there any differences in functionality?
Hey! Nope! All the same other than battery life
I’ve ordered the fenix6s not arrived yet and looking at a lot of reviews am thinking my heads going to explode I feel like there’s to much for me to get my head around rather than be excited waiting for it to arrive I kinda feel intimidated by it ....how’s that possible getting bullied by a watch 😂
Tried all 6 series .. 6 just nice .. 6s too small even for my Asian wrist haha
Ha! Yes mine too. Glad you’re happy with the 6!
What does being Asian have to do with anything? Not all asians are small you know
Even the S seemed uncomfortable to me. To me, the 745 looks like it has the ideal dimensions.
Yes honestly I totally agree with you. Except I just have grown weary of plastic casing. The 745 at least uses 22 mm bands, the 20 mm bands on the 6S just seems so small. And I think you can convert the 745 to quick fit, I can’t remember if it has screw pegs or not. Last - For the price of any of these I think I would want for mapping though
@@fitgearhunter I think it's the thickness of the Series that makes them uncomfortable to wear. But,the Forerunner series is not going to win too many style awards so your point is well taken.
Wish you had a female wear both, I think 6s is still big for me. Thinking of forerunner vs 6s.
Hey! Yes I should’ve done that good point. It’s better sized than the 745 and in line with the 245, and definitely smaller than the 945. I think it will likely be the beat fit for you along with being the most extensive in features. Let me know what you decide!
Thanks for your work and research on this! Aweseome job.
Thanks so much, man! Really appreciate it
Here in the UK all retail is shut due to the lock down so can't go try them on. Scratching my head still at which size to buy but thank you for your in depth thoughts!
So sorry to hear! Have you tried measuring your wrist and comparing with what’s listed on the website as size range?
@@fitgearhunter yes I've since ordered a standard 6 Pro, via online and company have stated if I'm not happy with the size I can exchange for an 6s pro. Thank you
@@danh3017 that’s great! Did you exchange?
@@fitgearhunter not exchanged, I think the s would have been too small, and the bracelet on the s may not have fit me. Happy with the standard size !
@@danh3017 perfect then!
Can you change the top of the fenix 6?
And battery?
I was once researching a knife and one of the guys in UA-cam said, " if you don't have a good sheath you will not carry it with you as a every day EDC".
Why didn’t you put them on and show the difference on your wrist? 🤦🏽♂️
I think the question should be is the 6 too large, and the answer is probably yes!
Yes it should be 44m. I think that is a much better size for most people but I'm sure Garmin did their research to end up with the sizes they have.
Holy cow dude, you talk about the size for 3/4s of the video! even after you said, "lets talk about features" then talk about the size again, like repeating everything. It's like the one thing we already knew and you spend the whole video talking about it.. just some constructive criticism!
So sorry. Total fail there. Thanks for saying.
6s looks better screen
Yes that was not the best camera angle. The six regular definitely had a crisper screen, but it wasn’t captured in the video unfortunately! Just slightly better.
@@fitgearhunter 👍🏻
@@fitgearhunter the pixel density of these screens is exactly the same. Any differences is down to being sapphire or not, or backlight brightness levels.
@@infernablade no - actually there are colorization and clarity differences across many of the Fenix watches. It unfortunately has nothing to do with density and glass. See below:
@@infernablade ua-cam.com/video/s1MEQWRsr-o/v-deo.html
RUBBISH WATCH , Screen very dim
Not if you turn up the backlight! I’ve talked about that in other videos. It goes from 5%-100% and comes at 20% out of the box. At 100% it’s over twice as bright as any other transflective on the market!
Garmin instinct 2
I have been tempted to downsize to the 47mm from the 6x, but I reckon the chick's version would be too small at 42mm.
:-)
6s is a womans watch