GarminEnduro™ 3 – 51 mm, Solar, Sapphire, Ultraperformance GPS Smartwatch, Extreme Battery Life, Detailed Mapping, Built-in LED Flashlight, Carbon Gray DLC Titanium with Black UltraFit Nylon Strap

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Wow. I can’t say enough good things about this amazing watch. I bought it to replace my Fenix 7X after reading tons of reviews (I don’t spend this kind of money without doing a lot of research), and I couldn’t be more pleased. This watch is a lot lighter than the 7X, which I really appreciate since I wear it pretty much 24/7. It does everything I need it to do and then some. I’m not super techy so I won’t to into a lot of specs, but I will say the GPS has always connected quickly, the display is amazing (even in bright daylight), and I’m still learning about all of its features. I love being able to change and customize watch faces, and the “do not disturb” feature keeps the watch face dim at night so I don’t get flashed every time I move my arm. One thing that has come in surprisingly handy is the built-in flashlight and the ability to change the white light to red for low-light situations. I have used this feature more than I ever thought I would! I debated between this and the Fenix 8X, but the price difference and similarity in features swayed me and I’m happy I made this choice. I highly recommend the Enduro if you want a premium watch that won’t totally break the bank.

If you're sitting on the fence regarding which Garmin to get, it's this one. I'm a distance runner; marathons, ultras, if it involves staying on my feet I'm there (except Leadville, nuts to that alt).Garmin did this weird thing which I wish cell phone manufacturers would do: listened to the consumers regarding what they want in a watch. As a result they took out some of the bloat from the Fenix 8 (diving features/depth, microphone, speaker) while increasing battery life and called it the Enduro 3. Check out Garmin's website regarding their battery longevity claims, but so far my day to day tells me they're not wrong. Garmin also drastically increased the solar capability in terms of how much the watch can harness and how efficiently it is stored. So you're left with a watch which takes forever to die, and according to Garmin in certain circumstances (with enough sunlight each day and some features turned off) it will never die. Bold claim.Came to the Enduro 3 from my pilot watch, D2 Charlie. It's not fair to compare watches seven years separated but that's the only reference I have (well admittedly still have my Fenix 3 HR too) but here it goes: The Enduro has the 51mm watch face. It's definitely wider than the 47mm face of the D2 but not by much. What really shocked me is that the Enduro 3 is noticeably lighter. Very noticeably. In terms of connectivity it's still very easy to pair with your phone via Bluetooth and to add a WiFi network, although I wish there was a way to keep WiFi connected more frequently (let's say the watch connects to WiFi once an hour to grab weather or such) but I know this can be solved through software if Garmin decided to do so. GPS accuracy, way way better than my D2. I'm sure the larger face helps besides the hardware they have inside it. Functionality: first time having a touch screen on a watch and honestly I like it. I also like how it can be disable it if desired. Don't want to touch the face on accident while racing. I also appreciate how Garmin does continue to improve their MIPs screen despite releasing their AMOLED watch - but this ties right back into the battery life. Heartrate is much more accurate, comparable to my Polar armband. Again Garmin did their homework on how to improve this. Finally I love the flashlight, such a brilliant idea. I already use it occasionally as it's extremely convenient in a dark basement or searching for something dropped.One of the most important aspects: value! The Enduro 3 is significantly less expensive compared to any of the Fenix 8 watches. I purchased mine on Amazon as it was the cheapest here compared to anywhere else online (by nearly $100). Sure you will not have variety in terms of size, color, etc. like you will with the Fenix 8 line, but if need a watch with the maximum battery life and can handle the 51mm size this watch will keep up with you no matter the distance.

I love watches. My favorite watches are utilitarian models like Seiko 5s, Citizen Eco-Drives, etc because of their longevity and less waste approach.My qualm with “smart” watches has always been the battery life, especially when considering the Apple Watch. Once I learned about Garmin solar watches, my interest was immediately piqued.I finally but the bullet after my Skagen Jorn Hybrid watch’s crystal became fogged. I did like that watch with its simple e-ink display, but there were additional features I wanted from a smartwatch, like the option for GPS navigation while hiking. Enter the Enduro 3!I am absolutely in love with this watch. It has more than I could ever ask for in a smartwatch, aside from possibly the capability of solar maintaining the battery exclusively. That aside, I can go two weeks or more between charges. Oh, the flashlight? The feature I once scoffed at has become one of my most used.My ONLY real complaint is the sensor array design on the back of the watch. Other companies use a domed glass face and minimize any lips jutting out. Garmin still seems to be using their sensor array from generations ago, or at least the glass. It is flat, has a lip, and sweat/grime will build up easily and create an uncomfortable wear. The only fix is to wear the watch loosely, clean it more often than you typically would clean a watch, and only tighten it down when working out.Other than that, it’s amazing and I couldn’t be happier.