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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#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
100/100Excellent
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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.”

#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
100/100Excellent
100% positive0% neutral0% negative
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.”