I prefer the Garmin Fenix. I get two weeks on a single charge. It has GPS, HR, receives texts, notifications for calls, tracking, etc. Tells me the Altitude, has a Barometer, and tracks the whether. Even has a find my phone feature, I can download golf course maps and use it to determine the distance to the flag on each hole. I can use it to track my mountain bike rides and save the data on the watch with the built in GPS. I do not need to take my phone with me. I just sync after a ride when I get home. Much of what I want a smart watch to do and more. Yet it is rugged, waterproof, and looks good. I can't send texts or answer calls, but considering my phone is in my pocket or next to me, that is not too important. Besides I don't have an interest in answering my phone or responding to a text when I am outdoors enjoying nature.
On the other hand, the Apple Watch is a beautiful device, very elegant. The screen is very clear, and does a lot more than my Garmin can do, but it just does not suit my lifestyle.
On the other hand, the Apple Watch is a beautiful device, very elegant. The screen is very clear, and does a lot more than my Garmin can do, but it just does not suit my lifestyle.