Day 2 of 3 is now posted... ran into some editing issues on my MacBook Air, and nope, I do not recommend purchasing a MacBook Air for video editing if you are thinking 4K videos or any large videos over ten minutes. Here is the new video: Casio vs Garmin Day 2 of 3 ua-cam.com/video/GrzxEHGlRrc/v-deo.html
Well… I am in the process of creating a vast spreadsheet comparing Casio to Garmin and learning some surprises. Either two wearables are not a poor choice - that is already clear.
@@PeterHerget Yes the prices have gone ridiculous, Casio originally were tough as nails cheap and did the job no problem, hence why so many military people including myself purchased used and abused these watches to near destruction but now sadly they are totally overpricing themselves sadly.
Thank you Aryan! Yes, I ordered the Garmin 7X a few days ago after being perplexed among the Fēnix, EPIX, and the Venu 2 Plus. I am looking forward to seeing the differences between the Fēnix 6X and 7X and excited to see what new functionality Garmin is giving consumers this year 😁🤞🧐🤨
I am nearly done with Casio vs. Garmin Day 3 of 3 - is 75% edited. I may add one more segment tomorrow, unsure, so I am going to sleep on the ideas. What is your favorite watch IzziBoi1?
So glad to hear you are enjoying the Solar Tactical. And yes, the Garmin Fēnix 6X Pro Solar is a beast of a timepiece. After finishing up my Casino vs. Garmin Day 3 of 3, yep, I took off my Instinct and the G-SHOCK, and put on my Fēnix and Apple Watch. It sure was nice to see my sleep score this morning - I had missed those advanced health metrics over the last week 😁😊
Thanks! 👍 More to come about these two watches. I am about to film more of "Casio vs Garmin - Day 2 of 3" in a few seconds. I nearing the 24 hours later mark of when I started this fun, silly, and scientific test 😁 Okay, perhaps my test is borderline scientific and more of a pure technological and entertaining tests? I guess, you, I, and everyone else can cast their votes after the 77 hours of testing completes on Monday evening at 18:00 Mountain Time.
I’m considering replacing my Apple Watch with something more accurate. What do you think would be the best replacement as a fitness tracker? I don’t really need it to be a smartwatch on par with the Apple one. I just need good data.
I need to run a few more tests on both the Garmin and Casio mentioned in the video and then I can answer your question during my Day 3 of 3 video and mention your name. All going well that video will be posted on Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Me too! I am nearly positive you know this fact already, but the Garmin Instinct comes in many other colors as does Casio make many variations of their G-SHOCK Move Series. I'll chat about that further in the Day 2 or Day 3 video reviews.
Good choice! I am liking Garmin a lot too. My Day 3 is nearly over and I am excited to change watches for a different test and project 😁 ~ Thank you for watching "The Global G's" and I love your videos about travel and planes! Your video about the ocean beach with just music, yeah, that was fabulous!
Does it affect the battery if we charge it when the battery is not low? I was advised by the store that only charge the watch when the battery is low. I guess there is a good reason in doing so.
@@PeterHerget I notice that you charge the watch when it shows 75% battery. Do you think that will cause the battery to drain quickly in the long run. I got my watch for about a week now and the seller carefully advised me to take care of the battery, such as "do not get direct current from the socket, get it charged through a USB port from a laptop or anything like that, only charge it when the battery is low...
@@tvt8716 most articles I have read recommend keeping gadgets at 30 - 85% charged. I normally try to unplug mine when they reach somewhere between the 80 - 90% mark. If a long adventure awaits me or I am about to travel, yes, I charge things to 100%. Now, it does depend on the gadget too. Are you asking about the Casio or the Garmin in this video or...?
Yep, what I wrote earlier is pretty close to the Garmin support article. And every once in a while I go over 80 or 85% for their watches charge quickly. As of late I also avoid draining my gadgets below 30% if it can be helped 🤓
Yes, yes I do. I was torn between the EPIX 2 and the Fēnix 7X, yeah, the solar charging features tipped the scales ⚖️ for me and I ordered the 7X in gray titanium 🤞🤞
@@PeterHerget Lucky man.. If I can sell my F6 Solar I might get one too, but I'm more anxious for the new instinct. Epix is nice but I wont trust myself w/ the amoled screen.
Yep, the Fenix 7X has solar charging, an LED light, same health features as the EPIX 2. Really, the only thing the EPIX 2 is offering is the AMOLED screen and I could care less about that feature. I prefer the outdoor visibility of Fēnix.
My wrist is 7 inches in circumference. And yeah, these larger watches are not for everyone. It took me over a week feeling comfortable or rather desensitizing myself to sleeping with a larger watch like the Fenix 6X. For some strange reason it feels far more comfortable around my left wrist and then I wear either my Apple Watch 6 or my Samsung Galaxy Watch4 around my right wrist. Oh wait, and then my Oura Ring too 😁. My daily gadgets when I am not doing a testing project are: 1. Apple Watch (6 or 7 series) 2. Garmin Fenix 6X, Instinct Solar, vivomove style 3. Oura Ring Gen 2 4. Oura Ring Gen 3 (I decided to keep wearing by gen 2 and 3 of those OURA smart rings to conduct a year-long study comparison of the health metrics) Thanks for clicking on by and your comments are spot on!
Nice video 😎 I like the look of the G shock, but I prefer the functions of the Garmin. Off topic question… So your nifty Remarkable, can it recall several notes from previous times that you wrote? Also how long does the battery last?
Both! Yes, I have notes from 14 months ago and there are over 1,000 pages of notes, 20 eBooks. The battery life normally lasts me one week. If I put it into airplane mode it can easily last over two weeks (depending on use). I normally use my mine one hour to 90 minutes a day and still only charge it one or twice a week for one hour or so. I'll be releasing a new video about the reMarkable 2 e-ink tablet later this week...
Hello, I lost my 20 year old watch and now I need a new one. The new watch should have a step counter, that's the most important thing for me. the pedometer should also be accurate. can you basically say which manufacturer has the more accurate step counter, Garmin or Casio G Shock? thank you very much for your help
Garmin is more accurate to counting steps than Casio. Sorry that you lost your watch. Another alternative is Amazfit or Fitbit, though Fitbit can be a little too generous with its step count. Happy shopping 🛍
Hi... I'm just out of curiosity. May I know why you're testing more watches by spending your own money when you are not sure if you're going to make or not? 😅 And may I know what tablet is that your using for taking notes?
I test watches for fun! During the day pay the mortgage with the title of QA Software Engineer. Over the decades I have also tested hardware for various companies. Back in 2013 I purchase a Fitbit One fitness tracker and since then, yep, over 60 gadgets have come and gone into my techie life... I don't spend much of my own money for my UA-cam Channel became monetized back in 2020 and slowly more ad revenue has allowed me to purchase more gadgets to test. I find coupons and discounts whenever possible and once in a Blue Moon companies will send me free products to test (no contract, no script, no limitations). As for the reMarkable 2 tablet that I was taking notes on during this video, yes, that is one my favorites gadgets over the past two years for I use daily to jot down ideas, take notes for work, draw, entertain kids on road trips, read eBooks, and 44 other uses. Thanks for watching Jones Laura [JLTube] and I am glad you are curious.
@@PeterHerget Thanks for your reply. I'm planning to buy the Garmin Instinct (it cost me a month salary sadly) my hearth is going down I have to do some activities. I think this watch will help me be on the track. If you ever think about selling that watch please keep me in the list. Thanks again.
I plan on keeping mine, but I often get discount codes for Garmin products. I will see what I can do… Sent me a direct message via my Facebook account “Gadgets Anonymous” the link is his video description 😎
Good day . Could someone who has this watch tell me if the battery bars are charged on this watch while it is being recharged from the sun or not? It is that the battery tells me Low and the bars do not charge, I have been using it for 2 or 3 days and the battery level does not rise. And another question is when you press the light button, how many light leds turn on? I feel that it does not illuminate much, 2 leds light up. Austerea how many?
Yes, the bars and the battery percentage go up after just 30 minutes of direct sunlight on the Garmin. As for the Casio, yes, the battery bars would change after just 30 minutes. All in all it appeared that the Casio charged faster than the Garmin Instinct. I don't know how many LED lights turn on, but it was more than one. Happy Holidays and thanks for the comments!
Okay, again, what watch are you talking about? The Garmin Instinct Solar, yes, displays the name and or a number of the phone call coming into your connected smartphone if, and ONLY if the smartphone is within Bluetooth range. The Casio does bout the same thing. Neither of the watches reviewed in this video offers an internal nano-chip nor a speakerphone to talk or take the phone call directly on the watch. If you truly desire a 100% honest smartphone for taking calls like Dick Tracey you have two options: 1. An Apple Watch 2. A Samsung Galaxy Watch I hope this helps & Happy Presidents' Day
Hi. I've read that due to the cut corners, the digits/letters that are in the bottom part of the watch are being cut a bit from each side. This is not meant to be in the non Solar model. Have you noticed that? I've looked at the part where you show the watch with both Sunrise and Sunset being shown on the LCD, and it seems OK. Thnx.
Okay, now I am better understanding what you're talking about. I loaned my Garmin Instinct Solar to a close friend. When I get it back I shall investigate 🤨
If you wait a few months, yes, the Instinct 2 will go on sale. You can also check R.E.I., they often have a huge annual sale and their watches go sale. R.E.I. also carries Garmin wearables - that is where I bought a few of my watches last year.
@@PeterHerget personally, I am very disappointed with the quality of this watch 1. the buttons got loose, 2.the watch squeaks a lot, 3. It is megaaaaaaaa slow, 4. To read notifications it’s just a drama. The rest is okay. Solar works very nice in my opinion. Perssonaly , I would not buy it a second time, but for people hardly working, e.g. on a construction, it is a good solution. And that’s my opinion - person who love g-shock’s watches, and got a few on my wrist for last 20years! Next time I buy normall G-Shock like GWG2000, and for sport smartband like from Xiaomi.
Cool responses Dominik - many thanks 👍 Yeah, I would not purchase the GBD-H1000 again either for it doesn't feel like a $450.00 wearable. My Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic has a better quality look, and feel, than any Casio G-Shock Move Series. Yeah, I am curious about the Xiaomi gadgets too 😉
I would recommend a hard pass on the Casio I reviewed in this video. Please, wait until 2023 for a new model to be released by G-SHOCK. This model was very spotty when it came to heart-rate accuracy and the user interface was horrible.
Is what rechargeable? Both the Casio and Garmin watches mentioned in this video are rechargeable via sunlight or cable, so... yes, they are both easily charged :)
@@PeterHerget I am not too thrilled about it. I took for a few runs and a swim session. Looks pretty accurate. Menu is a bit "difficult". I used to wear a Suunto All Black before.
Day 2 of 3 is now posted... ran into some editing issues on my MacBook Air, and nope, I do not recommend purchasing a MacBook Air for video editing if you are thinking 4K videos or any large videos over ten minutes. Here is the new video: Casio vs Garmin Day 2 of 3 ua-cam.com/video/GrzxEHGlRrc/v-deo.html
G shock is already though great watch as it is. Add some smart functionality and you have the best watch.
Well… I am in the process of creating a vast spreadsheet comparing Casio to Garmin and learning some surprises. Either two wearables are not a poor choice - that is already clear.
But they dont have it thats why its not the best watch and garmin is
Nice 👍
I like the solar instinct. The g-shock looks to bulky.
Yes, the G-SHOCK is considerably larger than the Instinct Solar and even the Garmin Fēnix 6X. Alas, there are many that enjoy larger, bulky watches.
Totally agree, and the latest casinos are way too expensive!
Yeah, have you seen the price of the Frogman?
@@PeterHerget Yes the prices have gone ridiculous, Casio originally were tough as nails cheap and did the job no problem, hence why so many military people including myself purchased used and abused these watches to near destruction but now sadly they are totally overpricing themselves sadly.
Well said M T
Do you plan on buying Fenix 7 (solar)?
I really enjoy the simplicity and unedited reviews of yours
Thank you Aryan! Yes, I ordered the Garmin 7X a few days ago after being perplexed among the Fēnix, EPIX, and the Venu 2 Plus. I am looking forward to seeing the differences between the Fēnix 6X and 7X and excited to see what new functionality Garmin is giving consumers this year 😁🤞🧐🤨
Amazing ⌚️ thanks man Good Review
Glad you liked it! Casio and Garmin are both competitive companies that make fantastic watches!
I am nearly done with Casio vs. Garmin Day 3 of 3 - is 75% edited. I may add one more segment tomorrow, unsure, so I am going to sleep on the ideas. What is your favorite watch IzziBoi1?
@@PeterHerget honest truth I haven't owned or learned of a better watch than the Garmin Solar Tactical but I hear the Fenix 6 is no joke!!
So glad to hear you are enjoying the Solar Tactical. And yes, the Garmin Fēnix 6X Pro Solar is a beast of a timepiece. After finishing up my Casino vs. Garmin Day 3 of 3, yep, I took off my Instinct and the G-SHOCK, and put on my Fēnix and Apple Watch. It sure was nice to see my sleep score this morning - I had missed those advanced health metrics over the last week 😁😊
Another great review about two cool watches 👍👍😎
Thanks! 👍 More to come about these two watches. I am about to film more of "Casio vs Garmin - Day 2 of 3" in a few seconds. I nearing the 24 hours later mark of when I started this fun, silly, and scientific test 😁 Okay, perhaps my test is borderline scientific and more of a pure technological and entertaining tests? I guess, you, I, and everyone else can cast their votes after the 77 hours of testing completes on Monday evening at 18:00 Mountain Time.
I’m considering replacing my Apple Watch with something more accurate. What do you think would be the best replacement as a fitness tracker? I don’t really need it to be a smartwatch on par with the Apple one. I just need good data.
I need to run a few more tests on both the Garmin and Casio mentioned in the video and then I can answer your question during my Day 3 of 3 video and mention your name. All going well that video will be posted on Monday or Tuesday of next week.
@@PeterHerget thank you. Much appreciated.
I like Garmin. Good activity tracker that looks good.
Me too! I am nearly positive you know this fact already, but the Garmin Instinct comes in many other colors as does Casio make many variations of their G-SHOCK Move Series. I'll chat about that further in the Day 2 or Day 3 video reviews.
@Peter Herget & Gadgets Anonymous they came out with the instinct 2 recently
Great review, brain vs brawn IMO
I think my favorite is the Garmin. I’ve grown to like them so much with their GPS units.
Good choice! I am liking Garmin a lot too. My Day 3 is nearly over and I am excited to change watches for a different test and project 😁 ~ Thank you for watching "The Global G's" and I love your videos about travel and planes! Your video about the ocean beach with just music, yeah, that was fabulous!
Does it affect the battery if we charge it when the battery is not low? I was advised by the store that only charge the watch when the battery is low. I guess there is a good reason in doing so.
Sorry, does what affect the battery life?
@@PeterHerget I notice that you charge the watch when it shows 75% battery. Do you think that will cause the battery to drain quickly in the long run. I got my watch for about a week now and the seller carefully advised me to take care of the battery, such as "do not get direct current from the socket, get it charged through a USB port from a laptop or anything like that, only charge it when the battery is low...
@@tvt8716 most articles I have read recommend keeping gadgets at 30 - 85% charged. I normally try to unplug mine when they reach somewhere between the 80 - 90% mark. If a long adventure awaits me or I am about to travel, yes, I charge things to 100%. Now, it does depend on the gadget too. Are you asking about the Casio or the Garmin in this video or...?
@@PeterHerget ya, I am asking about the Garmin. Thanks for the info, Peter.
Yep, what I wrote earlier is pretty close to the Garmin support article. And every once in a while I go over 80 or 85% for their watches charge quickly. As of late I also avoid draining my gadgets below 30% if it can be helped 🤓
Your comparison videos are great and detailed - thanks 👍👍
Peter do you have the Fenix7 on order yet??
Yes, yes I do. I was torn between the EPIX 2 and the Fēnix 7X, yeah, the solar charging features tipped the scales ⚖️ for me and I ordered the 7X in gray titanium 🤞🤞
@@PeterHerget Lucky man.. If I can sell my F6 Solar I might get one too, but I'm more anxious for the new instinct. Epix is nice but I wont trust myself w/ the amoled screen.
Yep, the Fenix 7X has solar charging, an LED light, same health features as the EPIX 2. Really, the only thing the EPIX 2 is offering is the AMOLED screen and I could care less about that feature. I prefer the outdoor visibility of Fēnix.
@@PeterHerget how big is your wrist? I love the flash light but can't pull off 51mm
My wrist is 7 inches in circumference. And yeah, these larger watches are not for everyone. It took me over a week feeling comfortable or rather desensitizing myself to sleeping with a larger watch like the Fenix 6X. For some strange reason it feels far more comfortable around my left wrist and then I wear either my Apple Watch 6 or my Samsung Galaxy Watch4 around my right wrist. Oh wait, and then my Oura Ring too 😁. My daily gadgets when I am not doing a testing project are:
1. Apple Watch (6 or 7 series)
2. Garmin Fenix 6X, Instinct Solar, vivomove style
3. Oura Ring Gen 2
4. Oura Ring Gen 3 (I decided to keep wearing by gen 2 and 3 of those OURA smart rings to conduct a year-long study comparison of the health metrics)
Thanks for clicking on by and your comments are spot on!
Nice video 😎 I like the look of the G shock, but I prefer the functions of the Garmin.
Off topic question… So your nifty Remarkable, can it recall several notes from previous times that you wrote? Also how long does the battery last?
Both! Yes, I have notes from 14 months ago and there are over 1,000 pages of notes, 20 eBooks. The battery life normally lasts me one week. If I put it into airplane mode it can easily last over two weeks (depending on use). I normally use my mine one hour to 90 minutes a day and still only charge it one or twice a week for one hour or so. I'll be releasing a new video about the reMarkable 2 e-ink tablet later this week...
Hello, I lost my 20 year old watch and now I need a new one. The new watch should have a step counter, that's the most important thing for me. the pedometer should also be accurate. can you basically say which manufacturer has the more accurate step counter, Garmin or Casio G Shock? thank you very much for your help
Garmin is more accurate to counting steps than Casio. Sorry that you lost your watch. Another alternative is Amazfit or Fitbit, though Fitbit can be a little too generous with its step count. Happy shopping 🛍
Hi... I'm just out of curiosity. May I know why you're testing more watches by spending your own money when you are not sure if you're going to make or not? 😅
And may I know what tablet is that your using for taking notes?
I test watches for fun! During the day pay the mortgage with the title of QA Software Engineer. Over the decades I have also tested hardware for various companies. Back in 2013 I purchase a Fitbit One fitness tracker and since then, yep, over 60 gadgets have come and gone into my techie life... I don't spend much of my own money for my UA-cam Channel became monetized back in 2020 and slowly more ad revenue has allowed me to purchase more gadgets to test. I find coupons and discounts whenever possible and once in a Blue Moon companies will send me free products to test (no contract, no script, no limitations). As for the reMarkable 2 tablet that I was taking notes on during this video, yes, that is one my favorites gadgets over the past two years for I use daily to jot down ideas, take notes for work, draw, entertain kids on road trips, read eBooks, and 44 other uses. Thanks for watching Jones Laura [JLTube] and I am glad you are curious.
@@PeterHerget Thanks for your reply. I'm planning to buy the Garmin Instinct (it cost me a month salary sadly) my hearth is going down I have to do some activities. I think this watch will help me be on the track.
If you ever think about selling that watch please keep me in the list.
Thanks again.
I plan on keeping mine, but I often get discount codes for Garmin products. I will see what I can do… Sent me a direct message via my Facebook account “Gadgets Anonymous” the link is his video description 😎
Thanks for the comparison!
No problem, and thank you for watching 😀
Good day . Could someone who has this watch tell me if the battery bars are charged on this watch while it is being recharged from the sun or not? It is that the battery tells me Low and the bars do not charge, I have been using it for 2 or 3 days and the battery level does not rise. And another question is when you press the light button, how many light leds turn on? I feel that it does not illuminate much, 2 leds light up. Austerea how many?
Yes, the bars and the battery percentage go up after just 30 minutes of direct sunlight on the Garmin. As for the Casio, yes, the battery bars would change after just 30 minutes. All in all it appeared that the Casio charged faster than the Garmin Instinct. I don't know how many LED lights turn on, but it was more than one. Happy Holidays and thanks for the comments!
@Peter Herget & Gadgets Anonymous I have 2 day and he bars don't rise
And you're having the trouble on the Garmin not the Casio, correct?
@@PeterHerget my problem is with the casio
Sorry, Guilletime, I don't recall ever having that issue with the Casio G-SHOCK. Have you contacted Casio Support Team about the issue?
Hi
Do u know any information about “phone calls” on the watch screen?
Phone calls on the watch screen? Heck yeah I do 🤓 Now, which watch are you more curious about, the Garmin or the COROS?
Okay, again, what watch are you talking about? The Garmin Instinct Solar, yes, displays the name and or a number of the phone call coming into your connected smartphone if, and ONLY if the smartphone is within Bluetooth range. The Casio does bout the same thing. Neither of the watches reviewed in this video offers an internal nano-chip nor a speakerphone to talk or take the phone call directly on the watch. If you truly desire a 100% honest smartphone for taking calls like Dick Tracey you have two options:
1. An Apple Watch
2. A Samsung Galaxy Watch
I hope this helps & Happy Presidents' Day
Hi. I've read that due to the cut corners, the digits/letters that are in the bottom part of the watch are being cut a bit from each side. This is not meant to be in the non Solar model. Have you noticed that? I've looked at the part where you show the watch with both Sunrise and Sunset being shown on the LCD, and it seems OK. Thnx.
That is interesting about cutting corners. Were you asking about the Casio or the Garmin?
@@PeterHerget Garmin
Okay, now I am better understanding what you're talking about. I loaned my Garmin Instinct Solar to a close friend. When I get it back I shall investigate 🤨
@@PeterHerget apparently this has been resolved in Instinct 2, but that's a more expensive watch than the 1st version.
If you wait a few months, yes, the Instinct 2 will go on sale. You can also check R.E.I., they often have a huge annual sale and their watches go sale. R.E.I. also carries Garmin wearables - that is where I bought a few of my watches last year.
GBD H1000 is not a smart watch… :)
It is really close to a smartwatc😅😉 I am expecting, and hopeful, for the Move Series 2 by Casio.
@@PeterHerget personally, I am very disappointed with the quality of this watch
1. the buttons got loose,
2.the watch squeaks a lot,
3. It is megaaaaaaaa slow,
4. To read notifications it’s just a drama.
The rest is okay. Solar works very nice in my opinion. Perssonaly , I would not buy it a second time, but for people hardly working, e.g. on a construction, it is a good solution. And that’s my opinion - person who love g-shock’s watches, and got a few on my wrist for last 20years!
Next time I buy normall G-Shock like GWG2000, and for sport smartband like from Xiaomi.
Cool responses Dominik - many thanks 👍 Yeah, I would not purchase the GBD-H1000 again either for it doesn't feel like a $450.00 wearable. My Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic has a better quality look, and feel, than any Casio G-Shock Move Series. Yeah, I am curious about the Xiaomi gadgets too 😉
I bought GBD H1000 a week ago. Agreed that its not a smart watch and the QC is terrible. Disappointed. Not recommended for the original price.
Thank you! I am glad I was not the only person to think the accuracy was off
I have first solar instinct is great. But Casio maybe will be the next 😊
I would recommend a hard pass on the Casio I reviewed in this video. Please, wait until 2023 for a new model to be released by G-SHOCK. This model was very spotty when it came to heart-rate accuracy and the user interface was horrible.
is this rechargeable sr?
Is what rechargeable? Both the Casio and Garmin watches mentioned in this video are rechargeable via sunlight or cable, so... yes, they are both easily charged :)
please inform, the device used for writing?..I'm interested in that thing 🙂🙂
That would be... a reMarkable 2 electronic ink tablet from 2020
@@PeterHerget thank you 🙂🙏
You are most welcome!
What was that amazing notepad?
That is my reMarkable 2 electronic ink notepad.
I wanted to buy the. GBD-H10008 so bad, but then someone gave me the Instict Solar 2 for free, so I settled.
That is wicked awesome! I think you landed with a better watch. Well, how are you liking the Garmin Instinct 2?
@@PeterHerget I am not too thrilled about it.
I took for a few runs and a swim session. Looks pretty accurate.
Menu is a bit "difficult".
I used to wear a Suunto All Black before.
Did you take the Garmin or the Casio for a run & swim?
I took the Garmin for a run.
I am planning to swim with it (open sea) on Friday.
An excellent choice! The open water swims are fantastic for the brain, body, and your inner soul...