MacLife - UK (2020-02)

Image rights: Garmin.

Want a high–end running watch, golf watch,

gym watch, ski watch and a hiking watch in

one? Then consider the new Fenix.

The Garmin Fenix 6 Pro’s closest

predecessor is the Fenix 5 Plus. The Fenix 6

Pro has improved on a few key parameters,

like battery life and screen size, without

increasing its size or weight. There’s also

32GB of on–board storage for keeping music

playlists synced to it.

Battery life has been improved thanks to

modes that can extend its life up to 46 days.

For us, with a bunch of useful functions

turned on, it lasted a week.

Speaking of batteries, a new Body Battery

feature monitors your energy level

throughout the day. This gives you an idea of

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overall energy levels. This pairs well with the

new PacePro feature, which suggests pacing

Garmin Fenix 6 Pro

The ultimate multi–sport watch, but do you need it?

$699.99 From Garmin, garmin.com

Features 1.3–inch display (240x240 pixels), 32GB memory, 10 ATM water rating, 47mm case size, 83g

GARMIN FENIX

6 PRO

Precise tracking

Good menu system

Tough glass display

No haptic feedback

GREAT

strategies when active according to the

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own preference settings.

The robust steel and sapphire build looks

great, and is very sturdy. It’s controlled using

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option. The big screen shows lots of metrics

at once — good for advanced training. It’ll

suggest training types based on VO2 levels

and other data — the Garmin Coach system,

in particular, adapts to give you plans to hit a

5km or 10km run, or a half–marathon.

But as comprehensive as it is, it’s pricey

and bulky. Though it has great running

features, it’s just a bit too heavy to be ideal.

THE BOTTOM LINE. The ideal sports watch

if you want something that features skiing

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gym tracking and, well, you get the idea.

MATT KOLLATT

The Fenix 6 Pro is big and

heavy; runners might be

better off with the

Garmin Foreunner 945.

Reviews

50 FEB 2020 maclife.com