UPDATE: As many of you have pointed out the VERTIX 2 does NOT have ANT+ connectivity like the previous VERTIX 1, APEX, or APEX PRO. This is a detail I completely missed in my video. Truth be told this was an oversight on my part and the removal of ANT+ wasn't totally obvious in the review guide documentation but I should noticed! How does this effect you? If you're primarily a runner... Maybe not at all as most Heart Rate and Running Power sensors are Bluetooth connected. However, if you're a cyclist or triathlete and use older sensors with ANT+ connectivity this could weigh into your purchasing decision. I'll make sure to physically check this stuff next time 👍
Love the watch! And you can always expect more features to be added for years to come. But that's a heavy watch, did you notice any bounce when running? That's why I struggled with the Fenix 6x
The announced mapping update to the Apex Pro made me turn my sight towards it instead of the 46mm Apax I was about to buy. I have to go back to my spreadsheet to check how it scores now against the competition :) Thanks for the review!
Great video! I purchased the Coros Apex based off your review a while back. This watch looks like it has significant improvements and new features that will position the brand for future growth. Keep up the stellar videos!
@@ChaseTheSummit AND we filmed it. We just started our family youtube channel and with your excellent review videos I hope to start producing quality content.
Thanks for another great review! Came here straight from the launch. Nice UI, hope they'd introduce it to the pace 2. One question , are you sure the vertix 2 supports ANT+ sensors? As I understand it's only Bluetooth.
Yep, you're correct. I got a little confused on that topic and assumed that it would be the same as the original Vertix. ANT+ has been removed in the Vertix 2 likely to save space on the board for other features like Dual Feq GPS. ANT+ seems less and less common these days with newer sensors primarily being BLE. Thanks for watching!
Thanks a lot for a “deep dive”. Watched comparison video as well (Fenix 7). I believe for adventures Coros is a better choice (at least that’s the conclusion I got). It’s got longer battery life, very good gps and does not chew everything for you, just provides topo and your location on it - the rest is for you to figure out. For me that is the best bargain!
I bought a Coros Vertix 2. Most important features to me are battery life, durability, and GPS acccuracy. Coros excels over competition in all three categories. That "slate" color, btw, is called "Obsidian" lol. To go with "Lava". I wanted to mix & match, so I bought the Obsidian watch then and orange watch band (from that other watch company) to go on it. So I'll have a black watch with orange band and black buckle. Thanks for your review! I thought your assessment of the features was best of the various reviews I have looked at.
I'm impressed. Great review! Good job! And probably you convinced me to get the watch. I have been using Apex 46mm for a year. I love the digital crown, saphire glass and titanium bazel. I'm a trail runner so having more accurate GPS tracking... Why not? All the best for you in the new 2022!
Awesome. I had a Vertix 1 for about 45 days before I returned it because I decided I needed maps and music. Two weeks later, here comes the vertix 2! Now, I just need to wait for an Ice Breaker edition.
@@nabilalanbar No word yet but the infrastructure is there. The Map files are accessible over USB so in theory they could be swapped out pretty easily if a third party developer came up with compatible maps.
Great review as always. The price point was my maximum when looking at different watches. My partner surprised me an offered me the the Vertix about a month ago. Won’t be changing soon. So far love my Coros. Will also give me the opportunity to see if I really need the ANT+, especially this winter when I get my Wahoo Kickr Core. Love the new features it’s a great watch!
The watch looks awesome better than the Fenix line but based off your review and others it looks like the interface is not much different from the older coros watches and I hate it , it lacks any types of customizability and watchfaces are all preconfigured and not professionally designed . I'm still waiting for the Fenix 7.... Great video as always.
Pretty similar to the older interface. On the Vertix 2 you can hide/show widgets and re-order them. But yeah, the watchface isn't configurable other than what's pre-installed. Thanks for watching!
Great review, thanks! I know this is not the central topic for the kind of watch, but at this price point I think it's legittimate to ask..... How about smartwatch functions... Like... How good are notifications, can you answer them from the watch, calendar integration, NFC for payments and stuff... I know i am describing my Fenix 6, in the end :D
That's where Garmin has the upper hand. The COROS Vertix 2 can read your phones notifications and answer/decline phone calls. That's about the extent of it.
It appears they are concentrating in expanding the sport and outdoors functions, hope they will consider the "others" as well in the future... And maybe look a bit more for their own way, there is just a little too much Garmin in this watch (which is not bad in principle, i love Garmin, but... If I have to get a copy of a Garmin down to the strap connection system... I might just get a Garmin!)
Very nice watch. I like the orange. I wonder if bigger watches with optical HRM have a harder time locking onto the heart rate with extra bouncing? Who knows 🤷🏻♂️ Thanks for making this. Fantastic video as always.
Not that important, but the Huawei Watch 3 Pro was the first watch on the market using dual frequency (not to mention a golf watch that has it also but without the possibility to record a gpx track). But it's not really a sport watch and I didn't even see a serious review about it. So Coros is the first, on this market segment.
Good point! I know there's a lot of other GPS equipment that does Dual Frequency particularly in aviation but not in the sports watch segment! Thanks for watching!
That is a strong offering from Coros. Much cheaper than a Fenix 6X Solar or something like that. The weight is a bit of a turn off, but that is still strong. I am a Garmin guy (currently using the 945 LTE) but if I ever switch ecosystems, it will be to the Coros family.
Thanks for sharing! Yeah I was kind of surprised that the watch still weighed 91 grams even with a titanium case! Probably due to a giant battery inside if I had to guess!
Great looking watch, but that omission of ANT+ is pretty significant. That makes this watch a non-starter for a log of folks. I am surprised you didn't mention it.
To be honest that was an oversight on my part. I assumed it carried the same connectivity features as the original Vertix. Losing ANT+ is a bummer but I feel like most sensors are BLE these days. Thanks for watching!
Seems like a awesome watch. I have a Garmin Fenix 5x...would it be worth lurking the uptick in sales of Apex Pros and Vertix 1s for all the people upgrading? I know my fenix is long in the tooth.
Thanks for the great review and great upgrades! Do you think that they will add Spotify to the music at some point? Also with the existing music function, what is the battery life for GPS, Nav with music playing?
I have no idea. I can say that the COROS team told me that they will continue to work on the music feature to enhance it's functionality down the road. Hopes are high!
UltraMax and similar GPS modes: You don’t need a super accuracy on long-distance bicycle rides. Battery becomes more important, especially so if that’s a backup-device.
For sure! I guess I just wondered why anyone needs 240 hours of battery life. The standard 135 hours seems like it should last for just about any activity.
Great review. I’m looking for a new watch to replace my instinct and I am thinking it’s between this and the fenix 6x. This video will definitely help in the decision making process.
Great review, thanks for going in-depth and hitting all the bells and whistles. I have the fenix 6 sapphire and also the vertix 1. Love them both but tend to lean toward the fenix as it just has more options overall. The vertix 2 changes things I will say that. Question, what exactly is "off line mapping" is this the same as what the fenix 6 has or are there some differences? Thanks and keep up the great content.
Thanks! In terms of the mapping it is NOT the same as what the Fenix 6 Pro features. On the Fenix 6 Pro/Sapphire you can actually route to a destination example: input a resteraunt name, address, or mountain peak and the watch will calculate turn-by-turn directions to get to that destination. The map also features labels for roads, trails, waterways, etc... The VERTIX 2 offers breadcrumb navigation along with a contextual map layer background. Essentially this is an image behind your breadcrumb trail that shows roads, trails, waterways, etc... However the features are not labeled and the watch can't actually calculate a route based on the map. This is still quite useful but not quite on the same level as what Garmin is doing with their full mapping experience. Hope that helps!
How is the screen brightness and visibility? Ive been looking at the coros recently but ive seen a few reviewers mention that the vertix2 screen is its downfall. Any info on this would be appreciated 👍
This puts Coros above Suunto by a mile! Almost at par with Garmin with some refinements which will likely come down the line. Interesting that they put out the hardware platform that can be upgraded with more software functionality down the line as a strategy. Just got a Fenix 6x and this made me think twice, although i think Garmin still has the upper hand on navigation but for software will catch up given how much hardware is packed into that thing.
I'd agree with your assessment. The Fenix 6X Pro/Sapphire still has more features, functionality, connect IQ customization etc... But the COROS Vertix 2 is pretty cool and offers some unique features like crazy battery life, improved GPS system and ECG support. Like you said, I'll be interested to see what the Vertix 2 looks like a year from now.
Really enjoy your reviews and comparison videos. I'm new to the gps long battery life smartwatch game. Have had an Samsung frontier 3 for years. I'm wanting to upgrade. Not a runner but enjoy outdoors, battery life is key, and needs to be rugged with good smartwatch capabilities.The coros 2 seems amazing but out of price range. Been looking at garmins, coros, and polar. I only buy new things when they break.. lolDo you have any recommendations?
If battery life is the most important feature to you I'd look into a COROS. Depending on your budget, the Apex, and Apex pro are awesome. If you're mainly a runner the Pace 2 is hard to beat for $200 and all of their options will last in standby mode for over a month. Garmin still wins when it comes to smartwatch and wellness data but COROS is a great reliable tool for GPS activities and training.
@@ChaseTheSummit thank you for your input. I appreciate it. I've been eyeing the coros and garmin watches. They all seem to be great choices. Big fan of your videos on the vertix, fenix, and the instinct watches. As long as I can get notifications while doing what I'm doing in my rugged lifestyle without having to put my phone at risk by trying to get it out of my pocket will be a great investment
I’ve been watching your reviews for a day or two and just became a subscriber. I am looking to buy my first smart watch and really wanted offline mapping. I had decided on the Fenix 6 pro but after playing with one, I’m really not a fan of having to use buttons to navigate the map and zoom. The Only reason I’m not sold on the vertix 2 is the size as I have small wrists. I’m hoping the Vertix 1 offline mapping will be good enough when it comes out to bridge the gap between the smaller size I want in the Vertix 1 and the ease of using the mapping that the Vertix 2 has. Do you think the button navigation is a major drawback of the Fenix 6 or do think it’s just as easy as the nob and touch screen once you get used to it?
The knob and touch screen on the Vertix 2 is way better than using the buttons of the Fenix. However, the Navigation features on the Fenix are WAY more advanced than what's available on the Vertix 2. Vertix 2 basically just has a contextual layer map so you can see roughly what's around you while the Fenix has full routeable maps with POI support and turn by turn nav. Hope that helps!
Looking at Coros I see Garmin Fenix. I can not avoid it. And I think this is not good. I think brands should create their own style. Unfortunately Coros still don't have it.
It's hard to dismiss the fact that COROS took a lot of design influence from Gamrin but it's good to see them developing new things like the dual frequency GPS tech and ECG.
I really love the mapping feature which one can pan like a phone. Everything else is quite nice except for the missing ANT+. If I am not into the Garmin ecosystem I may give it a shot. Aslo at this price point I don't mind paying a bit extra to get a Garmin, as Garmin Fenix 6 Sapphire is still superior in almost all aspects except for battery life.
I tend to agree. The lack of ANT+ is a bummer for cyclists but probably won't effect runners too much. The Vertix 2 still has the upper hand when it comes to battery life and GPS accuracy over the Fenix. But the FENIX does a lot of other stuff!
You can't adjust the actual frequency but COROS does have an "Ultra Max Battery" mode that will reduce the frequency to once per minute in order to preserve battery life.
I love absolutely everything about this watch. But as a triathlete that spends considerable time training indoors on platforms like Zwift, this watch was dead on arrival for me as soon as I found out Coros took ANT+ out. I mean i like everything about this watch better than Garmin. But without ANT+ it's a no go for me.
I feel like COROS underestimated the impact of removing ANT+. Judging by the comments this has upset a lot of people! As primarily a runner it barely effects me since all of my sensors are BLE. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I was wondering if you could help me and point me in the right direction for buying a smart watch? I don’t run or anything like that, unfortunately I had two strokes and want to be able to track my sleep and oxygen and maybe even stress
I'd look at the Garmin Venu 2, Apple Watch, or even a FitBit Charge 5 if you just want to track your daily wellness data. They're more affordable and offer a tone of features!
What's the weight of the Vertix 2 without the band? (to compare it with Enduro or Fenix 6X) Ante Vertix 2 has no ANT+, which means headaches for cycling folks :(
63 grams - not so much. If paired with some super light nylon strap like from Enduro, it should land ~65 grams and close to Enduro titanium's ~60 grams (by the way, the silver Vertix 2 could look really awesome with Enduro's (titanium version) black strap ;))
Hiya. A head to head between the Vertix2 and that other brand with the widget things would be cool (or possibly the Garmin Fenix6Pro). Oh, and please help - how is dual frequency GPS different to GPS+Glonass because I have no idea :-)
Plenty of comparisons are coming! Stay tuned! Dual Frequency differs because it allows the GPS antenna to communicate with satellites on two different wavelengths effectively doubling the opportunity to get a GPS lock on a satellite. The Vertix also enables ALL of the satellite systems simultaneously instead of flip flopping between them or making the user choose which system to use. At the end of the day it's easier to use and more accurate.
I'd say that's definitely possible. COROS themselves have told me they're continuing to work on the mapping feature and they have an excellent track record when it comes to Firmware updates.
Hi Dave, it is true that for the HRV test, the hand of the fingers touching the bezel must be on the air and not touching or get support by other part of body? Thanks!!
If I just care about battery life and Topo maps that support GPX files, do you think waiting for the Apex Pro to update is worth it? At 500 dollars it’s close to a Garmin Fenix on sale but Garmin does not have great battery life. What are your thoughts? Thanks!
The Fenix is still superior when it comes to mapping/navigation because its onboard maps are routeable but the COROS maps are pretty darn useful compared to basic breadcrumb mapping. The choice is yours!
Will the new white face watch be added to the other Coros watches? And the new info format (heart rate, sleep etc) be added as a soft ware update to all other Coros watches?
Topo-map, more accurate GPS and WiFi are the most welcomed features. However, apart from battery life, the Fenix 6 is the winner. Also, you mention it is waterproof up to 100m; However, the Vertix 1 is waterproof up to 150m at 5:03.
Fenix 6 Pro certainly has a few more features like a more robust music experience, and better navigation and mapping. The Vertix 2 has the upper hand in terms of build quality with its sapphire lens, and of course the ridiculous battery life and improved GPS system. Yup, the Vertix 2 is water resistant to 100M and not the 150M that was featured on Vertix 2. Thanks for watching.
Unfortuantely, I do not think so. ANT+ requires a special chipset to work which I believe was left off of the Vertix 2. I'm guessing this was to make room for other chips on the circuit board but I'm not entirely sure why it was left out!
Hey man, between this and Polar Grit X which one do you recommend.. daily use, sleep, calories burn and regular exercises like walking and running.. I am a basic user but I want to change mine.. would appreciate your reply
The Grit X is a very different watch when compared to the VERTIX 2. If you have no interest in the offline mapping, navigation, music, and absolutley insane battery life of the Vertix 2 I would say the Grit X is probably a good buy. In terms of wellness tracking it's superior in just about every way and you can view all of the data on the Polar Flow website which is a nice bonus. The Vertix 2 has way more features, and it's built a lot nicer with premium materials... But it's also almost double the price. The choice is yours! Hope that helps!
Note from an "aged" trailrunner view: 1) what about the brightness? It's the major issue on my APex Pro 2) the missing of ANT+ is a big drawback. I am not the only one using Stryd + Polar HR belt. And what about all ANT+ sensors? 3) the mapping is welcomed but who is aged like me finds more useful to look at offline maps on the smartphone 4) weight is too much I really hope that Apex Pro will be updated with the new chipset and dual freqs GNSS empowering the brightness
The brightness isn't bad. It's not as bright as a Garmin Fenix 6 at 100%. Unfortunately there is no brightness adjustment but I haven't had issues with visibility. Yes, ANT+ is missing unfortunately but you'd still be able to use a Stryd pod and Polar HRM using the BLE connection. I think the mapping use case is different than digging out your cell phone to navigate. For instance as a trail runner it's great to be able to glance down at my wrist to make sure I'm on track and have the watch notify me if I deviate the course. The phone is more useful for hiking or orienteering where you may be navigating in the field. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Another great review. Definitely Coros moved up on the game. All the new features and the price make it very appealing to me, just need to ask you if the backlight is still fixed and dim or if it has a more brilliant display suitable for us the older athletes and our presbyopia. Again congrats on that awesome review.
Thanks Carlos! Unfortunately the backlight is still fixed with no adjustment. I presume they do this to maintain their battery statistics but I'd like to see that changed. In terms of it's brightness it's very similar to something like the Vertix 1 or Apex. Not a huge leap. Hope that helps.
Domed lens is a deal breaker for me. Even being sapphire glass, I ALWAYS put screen protectors over my watches and a curved lens makes that impossible.
Thanks for sharing. In all of the years of wearing sapphire lens watches I've never scratched one but I have scratched LOTS of gorilla glass/mineral glass displays. But I can understand why someone would want to protect such an expensive watch!
I'm planning to have an entire video about Fenix 6 Pro vs Vertix 2 in the near future. In short the Fenix 6 Pro has a better implementation of music (spotify, amazon, iheartradio,etc... ). Better navigation/mapping with routeable maps and POI support. More smartwatch features like Garmin Pay NFC payments and is compatible with ANT+ sensors while the Vertix 2 is limited to BLE sensors. The Vertix 2 has far superior battery life, better build quality (if you're looking at the Fenix 6 Pro non-sapphire) and better GPS accuracy with dual frequency and all-systems-on GPS. I think there's a market for both and neither one is really "better" than the other. If you're someone looking for a no-frills GPS watch without too much fluff the VERTIX 2 is a compelling option. The Fenix 6 Pro offers more features for the money though. Hope that helps!
@@ChaseTheSummit this actually was a perfect summary for me bro and has sealed the deal on on the Fenix 6 pro for me. The vertix looks great but its the extra features of the Fenix 6 im after. Thanks again bro 👍
@@ChaseTheSummit No problem, was not meant as a critic on your video. You‘re actually my favorite reviewer (along the Rainmaker) when it comes to sportstech.
Thanks for the great review. Is it necessary to update the Topo and Landscape maps after delivery? And how can the temperature sensor be calibrated to display precise values any time?
Mine came pre-loaded with the USA base map but I think it may differ depending what part of the world you're in. It's easy to update the maps from COROS's website. The temp sensor cannot be calibrated and I would not rely on it for accurate data since it's strapped to your wrist. Your wrist will generate heat and make the temperature seem warmer than is. The temp sensor is only useful if you've got the watch strapped to a pack or something.
You can select your pool length and the watch will detect when you turn around. The watch will take a heart rate reading during swimming but accuracy will be iffy.
I dont get why there's no touchscreen in such expensive fitness gadgets. Have an option to turn off the touch functionality for occasions where someone would want to/
The Vertix 2 does actually have a touch screen but it's only enabled in certain situations. These types of watches are built for function in a sports/outdoor environment where a touch screen is actually less desirable with wet hands, or rainy conditions. That said, it would be nice for them to offer an on/off switch!
Since I'm in need of a new watch with a great battery life (hate charging everything all the time) this seems to be the s**t. I'm not liking the weight of the watch though... or the price. It will be hard persuade my wife throwing that amount of cash on a GPS-watch. The watch I have now (Fenix 5X) has terrible battery now and it's too thick and bulky. How does the Vertix 2 compare to for example a Fenix 5X or a Fenix 6/6X when it comes to "feeling thick and bulky and in the way"?
The COROS Vertix 2 will feel pretty similar to your Fenix 5X just with a much larger screen and it's a little lighter. If you don't like the size of the 5X you won't like the Vertix 2 unfortunately.
I can only assume the removal of ANT+ was due to space on the PCB inside the watch. Maybe dual freq takes more space? IDK! But yeah a bit of a bummer for cyclists. As far as the price it's certainly not cheap but the Suunto 9 Peak is $569 and has less features so it kind of makes sense? Then again the Fenix 6 Pro is only a few bucks more and has more features with slightly less build quality, battery life, and GPS accuracy. I think if they priced the Vertix 2 at $549 this would sell like hot cakes (and maybe discount the original Vertix 1 to $449?)
@@ChaseTheSummit oh yeah 550 would be just right. Anyways, i'm happy that they step up their game with the addition of music, maps, dual frequencies GPS. Garmin really needs some serous competition in the top league.
Hmm tough call. The Vertix 2 has better GPS accuracy and crazy battery life. The Garmin has better smartwatch/wellness features. Which features are more important to you?
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UPDATE: As many of you have pointed out the VERTIX 2 does NOT have ANT+ connectivity like the previous VERTIX 1, APEX, or APEX PRO. This is a detail I completely missed in my video. Truth be told this was an oversight on my part and the removal of ANT+ wasn't totally obvious in the review guide documentation but I should noticed! How does this effect you? If you're primarily a runner... Maybe not at all as most Heart Rate and Running Power sensors are Bluetooth connected. However, if you're a cyclist or triathlete and use older sensors with ANT+ connectivity this could weigh into your purchasing decision.
I'll make sure to physically check this stuff next time 👍
Thanks for this great review. Dropping ANT+ connectivity means that this watch is not compatible with the Pod of the same company..Coros Pod.
Can you compare it with fenix 7x pro solar ?
@@Nanosoldering it’s coming!
@@Nanosoldering Yup, Working on it now!
@@ChaseTheSummit Nice bro 😎
What's your take on the Vertix 2?! Also check out the other video I posted today about the Eliud Kipchoge Pace 2!
The watch looks dope!!!
Love the watch! And you can always expect more features to be added for years to come. But that's a heavy watch, did you notice any bounce when running? That's why I struggled with the Fenix 6x
although currently the Mapping has no hardcore navigation which will eventually come, this is in my opinion a Fenix 6 KILLER!
Is it true they removed ant+ on vertix 2?
@@MyniiiRoslan85 Yep, unfortunately that was a detail I missed in this video. BLE sensors are only supported.
A great and most detail video Dave. Finally Coros up the game, music and most awaited features Topomaps!
Thanks! COROS definitely made some moves on this one!
The announced mapping update to the Apex Pro made me turn my sight towards it instead of the 46mm Apax I was about to buy. I have to go back to my spreadsheet to check how it scores now against the competition :) Thanks for the review!
Is your spreadsheet something you share with others? I would love to take a look to see if it is helpful with making my decision as well. Thanks
Great video! I purchased the Coros Apex based off your review a while back. This watch looks like it has significant improvements and new features that will position the brand for future growth. Keep up the stellar videos!
Nice! Hope you enjoyed the Apex.
@@ChaseTheSummit What are some good sports watches without the name of the company that makes it on its bezels (like this one for example)?
Great video as always. Taking the wife on a trail run, thanks for helping me get up and out again.
Enjoy!
@@ChaseTheSummit AND we filmed it. We just started our family youtube channel and with your excellent review videos I hope to start producing quality content.
Thanks for another great review! Came here straight from the launch. Nice UI, hope they'd introduce it to the pace 2. One question , are you sure the vertix 2 supports ANT+ sensors? As I understand it's only Bluetooth.
Yep, you're correct. I got a little confused on that topic and assumed that it would be the same as the original Vertix. ANT+ has been removed in the Vertix 2 likely to save space on the board for other features like Dual Feq GPS. ANT+ seems less and less common these days with newer sensors primarily being BLE. Thanks for watching!
Thought I noticed you on the launch. That looks like an amazing watch. Thx for the quick review.
It's a nice once!
I swear. That lightning you got there would make even the worst products look awesome! And your hat 🙌
Hah thanks!
Best GPS watch! I used to have a garmin 6X pro and went for this and loving it 🔥🔥🔥
Nice!
Just bought vertix2 a week ago used gps and other things and it still has 83% of battery so far so great 😀
Awesome!
Wow, what a cool device. Coros is killing it with all those features.
Pretty cool watch! Thanks for watching Brice!
Thanks a lot for a “deep dive”. Watched comparison video as well (Fenix 7). I believe for adventures Coros is a better choice (at least that’s the conclusion I got). It’s got longer battery life, very good gps and does not chew everything for you, just provides topo and your location on it - the rest is for you to figure out. For me that is the best bargain!
If they include routing on maps I'm sold.
Only time will tell!
I'm excited for what coros is doing. Will probably end up getting the special pace 2 bundle though
They're definitely making moves!
So excited about this!!
It's a good one!
I bought a Coros Vertix 2. Most important features to me are battery life, durability, and GPS acccuracy. Coros excels over competition in all three categories. That "slate" color, btw, is called "Obsidian" lol. To go with "Lava". I wanted to mix & match, so I bought the Obsidian watch then and orange watch band (from that other watch company) to go on it. So I'll have a black watch with orange band and black buckle. Thanks for your review! I thought your assessment of the features was best of the various reviews I have looked at.
Nice! the Vertix 2 is an excellent watch. Hope you enjoy it!
I'm impressed. Great review! Good job! And probably you convinced me to get the watch. I have been using Apex 46mm for a year. I love the digital crown, saphire glass and titanium bazel. I'm a trail runner so having more accurate GPS tracking... Why not? All the best for you in the new 2022!
Thanks! The Vertix 2 is great!
Awesome. I had a Vertix 1 for about 45 days before I returned it because I decided I needed maps and music. Two weeks later, here comes the vertix 2! Now, I just need to wait for an Ice Breaker edition.
That would be interesting!
@@ChaseTheSummit any word on custom maps? I’d like to be able to, for example, import nautical charts.
@@nabilalanbar No word yet but the infrastructure is there. The Map files are accessible over USB so in theory they could be swapped out pretty easily if a third party developer came up with compatible maps.
I like the Garmin environment... but I find very "healthy" for companies like Coros to step up the competition
For sure! At the end of the day the end users are the ones who win when these companies are forced to drop prices or push innovation!
Great review as always. The price point was my maximum when looking at different watches. My partner surprised me an offered me the the Vertix about a month ago. Won’t be changing soon. So far love my Coros. Will also give me the opportunity to see if I really need the ANT+, especially this winter when I get my Wahoo Kickr Core. Love the new features it’s a great watch!
Thanks for sharing! The removal of ANT+ is a bit of a bummer.
The watch looks awesome better than the Fenix line but based off your review and others it looks like the interface is not much different from the older coros watches and I hate it , it lacks any types of customizability and watchfaces are all preconfigured and not professionally designed .
I'm still waiting for the Fenix 7....
Great video as always.
Pretty similar to the older interface. On the Vertix 2 you can hide/show widgets and re-order them. But yeah, the watchface isn't configurable other than what's pre-installed. Thanks for watching!
Thanks man. I always enjoy to see your review first 👍🏻😁
Thanks! Glad you like them!
Garmin remains king of mapping/routing/route integration.
If COROS can add some routing features or upgrade the maps the touch screen / scroll wheel makes them really nice to use. Thanks for watching!
@@ChaseTheSummit knowing coros they will probably do it eventually
Diggin the beard! The watch is cool too. 🤓
Thanks!
Coros killed with this one. Garmin now faces true competition. Loving it.
It's a good one!
Awesome review dude. I’m waiting for Fenix 7 though. 👍
Great review, thanks!
I know this is not the central topic for the kind of watch, but at this price point I think it's legittimate to ask.....
How about smartwatch functions... Like... How good are notifications, can you answer them from the watch, calendar integration, NFC for payments and stuff... I know i am describing my Fenix 6, in the end :D
That's where Garmin has the upper hand. The COROS Vertix 2 can read your phones notifications and answer/decline phone calls. That's about the extent of it.
It appears they are concentrating in expanding the sport and outdoors functions, hope they will consider the "others" as well in the future... And maybe look a bit more for their own way, there is just a little too much Garmin in this watch (which is not bad in principle, i love Garmin, but... If I have to get a copy of a Garmin down to the strap connection system... I might just get a Garmin!)
The real question is WHERE IS MY AQUA JOGGING?! (kidding) Good video as always!
Ha, I bet they'd add it if you asked!
That battery life is amazing! I just can't see myself spending that much though but great review.
Certainly not cheap! I think they'd be selling a lot of these if the price were closer to $550!
Very nice watch. I like the orange. I wonder if bigger watches with optical HRM have a harder time locking onto the heart rate with extra bouncing? Who knows 🤷🏻♂️ Thanks for making this. Fantastic video as always.
For sure, I did have the watch SUPER tight though so I'm not sure if that was the issue or not.
@@ChaseTheSummit - after watching the other reviews today, your results seems to be very consistent with everyone else. 😐
Not that important, but the Huawei Watch 3 Pro was the first watch on the market using dual frequency (not to mention a golf watch that has it also but without the possibility to record a gpx track). But it's not really a sport watch and I didn't even see a serious review about it. So Coros is the first, on this market segment.
Good point! I know there's a lot of other GPS equipment that does Dual Frequency particularly in aviation but not in the sports watch segment! Thanks for watching!
That is a strong offering from Coros. Much cheaper than a Fenix 6X Solar or something like that. The weight is a bit of a turn off, but that is still strong. I am a Garmin guy (currently using the 945 LTE) but if I ever switch ecosystems, it will be to the Coros family.
Thanks for sharing! Yeah I was kind of surprised that the watch still weighed 91 grams even with a titanium case! Probably due to a giant battery inside if I had to guess!
Great review, ad usual. Thank you. Very good this watch
Glad you enjoy it!
Thank you
Great looking watch, but that omission of ANT+ is pretty significant. That makes this watch a non-starter for a log of folks. I am surprised you didn't mention it.
To be honest that was an oversight on my part. I assumed it carried the same connectivity features as the original Vertix. Losing ANT+ is a bummer but I feel like most sensors are BLE these days. Thanks for watching!
Seems like a awesome watch. I have a Garmin Fenix 5x...would it be worth lurking the uptick in sales of Apex Pros and Vertix 1s for all the people upgrading? I know my fenix is long in the tooth.
Kinda depends. The Vertix 1 and Apex Pro will get the Map feature eventually but the other features are exclusive to the Vertix 2.
Awesome video as always!
Thanks Hunter!
Superb video with lot of interesting information
Thanks!
Excelent video... Do you think Garmin will introduce the dual frequency (gps) this year?. Thanks for your time....👍🏽
I wouldn't be surprised if they did.
I am going to be honest, I am a big Suunto fan... but man this looks very good, and it works with insta360... what!!
The insta360 addition came out of left field!
Thanks for the great review and great upgrades! Do you think that they will add Spotify to the music at some point? Also with the existing music function, what is the battery life for GPS, Nav with music playing?
I have no idea. I can say that the COROS team told me that they will continue to work on the music feature to enhance it's functionality down the road. Hopes are high!
UltraMax and similar GPS modes: You don’t need a super accuracy on long-distance bicycle rides. Battery becomes more important, especially so if that’s a backup-device.
For sure! I guess I just wondered why anyone needs 240 hours of battery life. The standard 135 hours seems like it should last for just about any activity.
I really enjoyed the video, I have the watch and I love it
Nice! Thanks for sharing!
16:23 - Unfortunately you are wrong. The first watch on the market with the dual-GPS function was the Huawei Watch 3 Pro.😎
Good catch! I suppose I meant the first dedicated sports/fitness watch. 😬
Great review. I’m looking for a new watch to replace my instinct and I am thinking it’s between this and the fenix 6x. This video will definitely help in the decision making process.
Glad it was helpful!
Dave, Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Live tracking is a necessity if I’m ever to switch
Thanks for sharing. Only a few platforms offer that so far. Garmin and Wahoo come to mind.
Man those features list are really impressive
The list is certainly growing!
Great review, thanks for going in-depth and hitting all the bells and whistles. I have the fenix 6 sapphire and also the vertix 1. Love them both but tend to lean toward the fenix as it just has more options overall. The vertix 2 changes things I will say that. Question, what exactly is "off line mapping" is this the same as what the fenix 6 has or are there some differences? Thanks and keep up the great content.
Thanks! In terms of the mapping it is NOT the same as what the Fenix 6 Pro features. On the Fenix 6 Pro/Sapphire you can actually route to a destination example: input a resteraunt name, address, or mountain peak and the watch will calculate turn-by-turn directions to get to that destination. The map also features labels for roads, trails, waterways, etc...
The VERTIX 2 offers breadcrumb navigation along with a contextual map layer background. Essentially this is an image behind your breadcrumb trail that shows roads, trails, waterways, etc... However the features are not labeled and the watch can't actually calculate a route based on the map. This is still quite useful but not quite on the same level as what Garmin is doing with their full mapping experience.
Hope that helps!
How is the screen brightness and visibility? Ive been looking at the coros recently but ive seen a few reviewers mention that the vertix2 screen is its downfall. Any info on this would be appreciated 👍
This puts Coros above Suunto by a mile! Almost at par with Garmin with some refinements which will likely come down the line. Interesting that they put out the hardware platform that can be upgraded with more software functionality down the line as a strategy. Just got a Fenix 6x and this made me think twice, although i think Garmin still has the upper hand on navigation but for software will catch up given how much hardware is packed into that thing.
I'd agree with your assessment. The Fenix 6X Pro/Sapphire still has more features, functionality, connect IQ customization etc... But the COROS Vertix 2 is pretty cool and offers some unique features like crazy battery life, improved GPS system and ECG support. Like you said, I'll be interested to see what the Vertix 2 looks like a year from now.
Really enjoy your reviews and comparison videos. I'm new to the gps long battery life smartwatch game. Have had an Samsung frontier 3 for years. I'm wanting to upgrade. Not a runner but enjoy outdoors, battery life is key, and needs to be rugged with good smartwatch capabilities.The coros 2 seems amazing but out of price range. Been looking at garmins, coros, and polar. I only buy new things when they break.. lolDo you have any recommendations?
If battery life is the most important feature to you I'd look into a COROS. Depending on your budget, the Apex, and Apex pro are awesome. If you're mainly a runner the Pace 2 is hard to beat for $200 and all of their options will last in standby mode for over a month. Garmin still wins when it comes to smartwatch and wellness data but COROS is a great reliable tool for GPS activities and training.
@@ChaseTheSummit thank you for your input. I appreciate it. I've been eyeing the coros and garmin watches. They all seem to be great choices. Big fan of your videos on the vertix, fenix, and the instinct watches. As long as I can get notifications while doing what I'm doing in my rugged lifestyle without having to put my phone at risk by trying to get it out of my pocket will be a great investment
Love the cases. Holds my ammo.
Interesting
I love your cap,do you send it to spain?
I can! Unfortunately shipping can get a little expensive. You can find pricing here: www.chasethesummit.com/shop
I’ve been watching your reviews for a day or two and just became a subscriber. I am looking to buy my first smart watch and really wanted offline mapping. I had decided on the Fenix 6 pro but after playing with one, I’m really not a fan of having to use buttons to navigate the map and zoom. The Only reason I’m not sold on the vertix 2 is the size as I have small wrists. I’m hoping the Vertix 1 offline mapping will be good enough when it comes out to bridge the gap between the smaller size I want in the Vertix 1 and the ease of using the mapping that the Vertix 2 has. Do you think the button navigation is a major drawback of the Fenix 6 or do think it’s just as easy as the nob and touch screen once you get used to it?
The knob and touch screen on the Vertix 2 is way better than using the buttons of the Fenix. However, the Navigation features on the Fenix are WAY more advanced than what's available on the Vertix 2. Vertix 2 basically just has a contextual layer map so you can see roughly what's around you while the Fenix has full routeable maps with POI support and turn by turn nav. Hope that helps!
Yes that’s a big help! Thanks again!
Great review as always I like the look of it and the battery life it’s the best especially since I’m using a Apple Watch lol
Hah yeah I'd say it's a pretty different story in terms of battery life when it comes to the Apple Watch!
Looking at Coros I see Garmin Fenix. I can not avoid it. And I think this is not good. I think brands should create their own style. Unfortunately Coros still don't have it.
It's hard to dismiss the fact that COROS took a lot of design influence from Gamrin but it's good to see them developing new things like the dual frequency GPS tech and ECG.
@@ChaseTheSummit 👍
Too expensive - great video, thanks.
Thanks for watching!
Great review! Can they solve the laggy HR tracking, which came up as an issue in several reviews, via an update?
Hard to say. It would be nice to see it addressed!
I really love the mapping feature which one can pan like a phone.
Everything else is quite nice except for the missing ANT+. If I am not into the Garmin ecosystem I may give it a shot. Aslo at this price point I don't mind paying a bit extra to get a Garmin, as Garmin Fenix 6 Sapphire is still superior in almost all aspects except for battery life.
I tend to agree. The lack of ANT+ is a bummer for cyclists but probably won't effect runners too much. The Vertix 2 still has the upper hand when it comes to battery life and GPS accuracy over the Fenix. But the FENIX does a lot of other stuff!
Nice review, as always. What program do you use to compare data? Thank you
I use something called Quantified but Ray over at DCRainmaker also has an excellent tool for comparisons.
@@ChaseTheSummit thank you very much. You're most kind
@@ChaseTheSummit Where can we find more information about Quantified?
The "insane battery life" wasn't an exaggeration 🤯
I know right?!
Love the video, I just bought the Fenix 6, and am now jealous.
They're both pretty great!
Video idea.: Earbuds for runners. As we now can get music on some watches. Bluetooth batterylife and so on.
Thanks for the idea! I actually have quite a few earbud videos on my channel but a roundup might make sense!
Hello Dave, thanks for your great reviews. Do you know if it's possible to adjust the gps frequency to adjust the accuracy on this watch?
You can't adjust the actual frequency but COROS does have an "Ultra Max Battery" mode that will reduce the frequency to once per minute in order to preserve battery life.
@@ChaseTheSummit shame I wanted to do the opposite. Thanks for your feedback! Much appriciated! Couldn't find anything about it online either indeed.
I love absolutely everything about this watch. But as a triathlete that spends considerable time training indoors on platforms like Zwift, this watch was dead on arrival for me as soon as I found out Coros took ANT+ out. I mean i like everything about this watch better than Garmin. But without ANT+ it's a no go for me.
I feel like COROS underestimated the impact of removing ANT+. Judging by the comments this has upset a lot of people! As primarily a runner it barely effects me since all of my sensors are BLE. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@@ChaseTheSummit True, but it's very important for indoor riding or rowing, etc. And if you want to compete with the fenix line
How do i put it in stand-by mode? My battery is now going down way faster. I think i have some systems on
does it have altimeter for using in skydiving? like suunto
I was wondering if you could help me and point me in the right direction for buying a smart watch? I don’t run or anything like that, unfortunately I had two strokes and want to be able to track my sleep and oxygen and maybe even stress
I'd look at the Garmin Venu 2, Apple Watch, or even a FitBit Charge 5 if you just want to track your daily wellness data. They're more affordable and offer a tone of features!
What's the weight of the Vertix 2 without the band? (to compare it with Enduro or Fenix 6X)
Ante Vertix 2 has no ANT+, which means headaches for cycling folks :(
I'm getting 63 grams on my scale without the band. Yup, no ANT+ here unfortunately.
63 grams - not so much. If paired with some super light nylon strap like from Enduro, it should land ~65 grams and close to Enduro titanium's ~60 grams (by the way, the silver Vertix 2 could look really awesome with Enduro's (titanium version) black strap ;))
@@noneims I've actually been wearing the VERTIX 2 with the Garmin nylon band lol. Don't tell COROS! 😬
Hiya. A head to head between the Vertix2 and that other brand with the widget things would be cool (or possibly the Garmin Fenix6Pro). Oh, and please help - how is dual frequency GPS different to GPS+Glonass because I have no idea :-)
Plenty of comparisons are coming! Stay tuned! Dual Frequency differs because it allows the GPS antenna to communicate with satellites on two different wavelengths effectively doubling the opportunity to get a GPS lock on a satellite. The Vertix also enables ALL of the satellite systems simultaneously instead of flip flopping between them or making the user choose which system to use. At the end of the day it's easier to use and more accurate.
Is it possible that maps will gain new features via future updates? I was hoping for a more robust experience as well.
I'd say that's definitely possible. COROS themselves have told me they're continuing to work on the mapping feature and they have an excellent track record when it comes to Firmware updates.
Another huge + for Coros is the two years warranty that the competition does not offer.
Good point!
Hi Dave, it is true that for the HRV test, the hand of the fingers touching the bezel must be on the air and not touching or get support by other part of body? Thanks!!
That's what the instructions say. It's kind of tricky to do properly since the buttons are so close to the surface of your wrist.
@@ChaseTheSummit Hi Dave, Thanks and appreciate ! This is important to know 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
If I just care about battery life and Topo maps that support GPX files, do you think waiting for the Apex Pro to update is worth it? At 500 dollars it’s close to a Garmin Fenix on sale but Garmin does not have great battery life. What are your thoughts? Thanks!
The Fenix is still superior when it comes to mapping/navigation because its onboard maps are routeable but the COROS maps are pretty darn useful compared to basic breadcrumb mapping. The choice is yours!
Can you adjust the brightness intensity of the watch? Regards.
Nope
Looks exciting, but would struggle to move away from my Garmin Fenix
It's a tough move!
Will the new white face watch be added to the other Coros watches? And the new info format (heart rate, sleep etc) be added as a soft ware update to all other Coros watches?
I'm not clear on what features will roll out to other watches but I'll reach out to COROS to try to get a better understanding.
Topo-map, more accurate GPS and WiFi are the most welcomed features. However, apart from battery life, the Fenix 6 is the winner. Also, you mention it is waterproof up to 100m; However, the Vertix 1 is waterproof up to 150m at 5:03.
Fenix 6 Pro certainly has a few more features like a more robust music experience, and better navigation and mapping. The Vertix 2 has the upper hand in terms of build quality with its sapphire lens, and of course the ridiculous battery life and improved GPS system. Yup, the Vertix 2 is water resistant to 100M and not the 150M that was featured on Vertix 2. Thanks for watching.
@@ChaseTheSummit Thanks for the great channel 🙏.
Just a question… can we go for a Trail run with normal data screen (time, pace etc) and have acess to map durindana the activity?
Yup
Could a software update add ant+ or is that a big effort for these companies?
Unfortuantely, I do not think so. ANT+ requires a special chipset to work which I believe was left off of the Vertix 2. I'm guessing this was to make room for other chips on the circuit board but I'm not entirely sure why it was left out!
Hey man, between this and Polar Grit X which one do you recommend.. daily use, sleep, calories burn and regular exercises like walking and running.. I am a basic user but I want to change mine.. would appreciate your reply
The Grit X is a very different watch when compared to the VERTIX 2. If you have no interest in the offline mapping, navigation, music, and absolutley insane battery life of the Vertix 2 I would say the Grit X is probably a good buy. In terms of wellness tracking it's superior in just about every way and you can view all of the data on the Polar Flow website which is a nice bonus.
The Vertix 2 has way more features, and it's built a lot nicer with premium materials... But it's also almost double the price.
The choice is yours! Hope that helps!
@@ChaseTheSummit thank you for the reply… I like the look of the vertix 2.. the build is insane and the crown just gives it additional feel…
Note from an "aged" trailrunner view:
1) what about the brightness? It's the major issue on my APex Pro
2) the missing of ANT+ is a big drawback. I am not the only one using Stryd + Polar HR belt. And what about all ANT+ sensors?
3) the mapping is welcomed but who is aged like me finds more useful to look at offline maps on the smartphone
4) weight is too much
I really hope that Apex Pro will be updated with the new chipset and dual freqs GNSS empowering the brightness
The brightness isn't bad. It's not as bright as a Garmin Fenix 6 at 100%. Unfortunately there is no brightness adjustment but I haven't had issues with visibility. Yes, ANT+ is missing unfortunately but you'd still be able to use a Stryd pod and Polar HRM using the BLE connection. I think the mapping use case is different than digging out your cell phone to navigate. For instance as a trail runner it's great to be able to glance down at my wrist to make sure I'm on track and have the watch notify me if I deviate the course. The phone is more useful for hiking or orienteering where you may be navigating in the field. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Another great review.
Definitely Coros moved up on the game. All the new features and the price make it very appealing to me, just need to ask you if the backlight is still fixed and dim or if it has a more brilliant display suitable for us the older athletes and our presbyopia.
Again congrats on that awesome review.
Thanks Carlos! Unfortunately the backlight is still fixed with no adjustment. I presume they do this to maintain their battery statistics but I'd like to see that changed. In terms of it's brightness it's very similar to something like the Vertix 1 or Apex. Not a huge leap. Hope that helps.
Domed lens is a deal breaker for me. Even being sapphire glass, I ALWAYS put screen protectors over my watches and a curved lens makes that impossible.
Thanks for sharing. In all of the years of wearing sapphire lens watches I've never scratched one but I have scratched LOTS of gorilla glass/mineral glass displays. But I can understand why someone would want to protect such an expensive watch!
Looking to upgrade from a Garmin vivoactive 3 music andI have been considering a fenix 6 pro. How would you say this watch stacks up against it?
I'm planning to have an entire video about Fenix 6 Pro vs Vertix 2 in the near future. In short the Fenix 6 Pro has a better implementation of music (spotify, amazon, iheartradio,etc... ). Better navigation/mapping with routeable maps and POI support. More smartwatch features like Garmin Pay NFC payments and is compatible with ANT+ sensors while the Vertix 2 is limited to BLE sensors. The Vertix 2 has far superior battery life, better build quality (if you're looking at the Fenix 6 Pro non-sapphire) and better GPS accuracy with dual frequency and all-systems-on GPS.
I think there's a market for both and neither one is really "better" than the other. If you're someone looking for a no-frills GPS watch without too much fluff the VERTIX 2 is a compelling option. The Fenix 6 Pro offers more features for the money though. Hope that helps!
@@ChaseTheSummit this actually was a perfect summary for me bro and has sealed the deal on on the Fenix 6 pro for me. The vertix looks great but its the extra features of the Fenix 6 im after. Thanks again bro 👍
There is no more ANT+ connectivity on the Vertix 2.
My mistake! I think I got the spec sheets mixed up and assumed the Vertix 2 would be the same as the original Vertix offering ANT+! Good catch.
@@ChaseTheSummit No problem, was not meant as a critic on your video. You‘re actually my favorite reviewer (along the Rainmaker) when it comes to sportstech.
@@romantrettin probably with new Bluetooth standards its become also energy-effective as Ant+, so no need in ant+ onboard.
Thanks for the great review. Is it necessary to update the Topo and Landscape maps after delivery? And how can the temperature sensor be calibrated to display precise values any time?
Mine came pre-loaded with the USA base map but I think it may differ depending what part of the world you're in. It's easy to update the maps from COROS's website. The temp sensor cannot be calibrated and I would not rely on it for accurate data since it's strapped to your wrist. Your wrist will generate heat and make the temperature seem warmer than is. The temp sensor is only useful if you've got the watch strapped to a pack or something.
Hi. Can vertix 2 count 25 or 50 m swimming pool like Fenix and recognize styles? What about saving pulse under water?
You can select your pool length and the watch will detect when you turn around. The watch will take a heart rate reading during swimming but accuracy will be iffy.
Curious if you are able to control music from your phone via your Vertix 2 if you have Apple Music or Spotify?
Unfortunately no.
Does the Coros phone app import/export data from other apps like MyFitnessPal, MapMyRun/Ride, Strava, Apple Health?
You can export and import FIT files for activities and it syncs with services like Training Peaks and Strava.
With adding the WiFi, once you're connected, does it drain battery trying to reconnect when you are away from the network?
I haven't really noticed a major drain in battery from the wifi
I dont get why there's no touchscreen in such expensive fitness gadgets. Have an option to turn off the touch functionality for occasions where someone would want to/
The Vertix 2 does actually have a touch screen but it's only enabled in certain situations. These types of watches are built for function in a sports/outdoor environment where a touch screen is actually less desirable with wet hands, or rainy conditions. That said, it would be nice for them to offer an on/off switch!
Since I'm in need of a new watch with a great battery life (hate charging everything all the time) this seems to be the s**t. I'm not liking the weight of the watch though... or the price. It will be hard persuade my wife throwing that amount of cash on a GPS-watch.
The watch I have now (Fenix 5X) has terrible battery now and it's too thick and bulky. How does the Vertix 2 compare to for example a Fenix 5X or a Fenix 6/6X when it comes to "feeling thick and bulky and in the way"?
The COROS Vertix 2 will feel pretty similar to your Fenix 5X just with a much larger screen and it's a little lighter. If you don't like the size of the 5X you won't like the Vertix 2 unfortunately.
I can’t believe that the initial HR “slow startup” is still an issue with Vertix 2 as it is with Vertix 1. Sad…
Yeah, pretty strange considering this is a newly designed sensor. I was hoping it was a fluke but it was pretty consistent after 30+ runs sadly.
all good except of getting rid of ANT+ (like really, Coros??) and price same as F6X. This watch should be a bit cheaper than Garmin imo
I can only assume the removal of ANT+ was due to space on the PCB inside the watch. Maybe dual freq takes more space? IDK! But yeah a bit of a bummer for cyclists. As far as the price it's certainly not cheap but the Suunto 9 Peak is $569 and has less features so it kind of makes sense? Then again the Fenix 6 Pro is only a few bucks more and has more features with slightly less build quality, battery life, and GPS accuracy. I think if they priced the Vertix 2 at $549 this would sell like hot cakes (and maybe discount the original Vertix 1 to $449?)
@@ChaseTheSummit oh yeah 550 would be just right. Anyways, i'm happy that they step up their game with the addition of music, maps, dual frequencies GPS.
Garmin really needs some serous competition in the top league.
Bro are you doing the midstate massive this year?!
That’s the plan
@@ChaseTheSummit hell yeah, hopefully I'll see you out there!! I'm planning on doing the 100 too!!
used VERTEX 2 for 400€ or new FENIX 6X PRO for same money? :)
Hmm tough call. The Vertix 2 has better GPS accuracy and crazy battery life. The Garmin has better smartwatch/wellness features. Which features are more important to you?
@@ChaseTheSummit for me, GPS accuracy, distance, speed, STRAVA CONNECTION....and good ecosystem to monitor my stat etc :)
Do coros work with the Garmin HRM strap?
Yes, but it will only provide the heart rate metric and none of the "advanced running metrics" like on the HRM Pro