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Apple Watch Ultra 2 [GPS + Cellular 49mm] Smartwatch with Rugged Titanium Case & Blue/Black Trail Loop S/M. Fitness Tracker, Precision GPS, Action Button, Extra-Long Battery Life vs Garmin Instinct® 3 45mm, Solar Charged Display, Rugged Outdoor GPS Smartwatch, Metal-Reinforced Bezel, Built-in Flashlight, Black

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Apple Watch Ultra 2 [GPS + Cellular 49mm] Smartwatch with Rugged Titanium Case & Blue/Black Trail Loop S/M. Fitness Tracker, Precision GPS, Action Button, Extra-Long Battery Life
#9 in Fitness Trackers

Apple

Apple Watch Ultra 2 [GPS + Cellular 49mm] Smartwatch with Rugged Titanium Case & Blue/Black Trail Loop S/M. Fitness Tracker, Precision GPS, Action Button, Extra-Long Battery Life

$599.00

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Pros

  • +Much better for notifications
AW much better for notifications - the Garmin is functional, but the AW is miles better IMHO.
Garmin Instinct® 3 45mm, Solar Charged Display, Rugged Outdoor GPS Smartwatch, Metal-Reinforced Bezel, Built-in Flashlight, Black
#4 in Fitness Trackers

Garmin

Garmin Instinct® 3 45mm, Solar Charged Display, Rugged Outdoor GPS Smartwatch, Metal-Reinforced Bezel, Built-in Flashlight, Black

$379.00

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Pros

  • +Affordable price point
  • +Damage is not a big deal due to price
  • +Less concern about damage
  • +Functional

Cons

  • -Not as good for notifications as apple watch ultra 2
The Instinct 3 on the other hand, at that price point if it gets beat up it’s not the end of the world.