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The 6 Best GPS Watches of 2025 | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 14, 2024 · A basic GPS watch that will be perfect for those looking to track their activities without the advanced features of higher-end models or extended battery life If you just need the basics of daily heart rate, sleep, and some simple GPS tracking, you should consider this model before spending more
How to Choose a GPS Watch - GearLab
Apr 29, 2022 · The GPS watch world is evolving quickly. Nowadays, software and GPS watch integrations are becoming crisscrossed to create a mind-blowing number of features and capabilities that we would never have thought possible a decade ago. In the search for your perfect match, don't forget to keep your eye on the ball.
How We Tested GPS Sports Watches - GearLab
Nov 14, 2024 · Secondly, the HR course which is exactly two miles. We will analyze the GPS tracks for both courses, looking for signs of GPS disruption or areas where the GPS falls short of the control track. To provide fair comparison where possible, we make sure each watch features the same refresh rate.
Garmin Forerunner 945 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Apr 29, 2022 · GPS tracking, full navigational capabilities, layered and preloaded maps, course creation, Garmin Pay, and downloadable music. While the Garmin Fenix 7 still has just a few more features and storage, the Forerunner 945 is built for the dedicated athlete and will provide all necessary functionality.
Garmin Fenix 7 Pro Solar Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Jul 3, 2024 · We performed the GPS testing all on the same day, providing roughly equal weather conditions. The watches were all tightened equally, providing a controlled fit for the heart rate testing. We then exported all of the data matching the timestamps to provide an equal comparison between the chest-worn HR monitor and GPS watch.
Garmin Forerunner 55 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Jul 3, 2024 · To determine our accuracy score, we evaluated the GPS chipset and heart rate sensor. For the GPS test, each watch was taken on a predetermined 2.8-mile route, and the recorded distance was compared for accuracy. For heart rate testing, a watch was put on each wrist, then, our tester ran half a mile and compared readings to our Polar H10 chest ...
Coros Pace 3 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Jul 3, 2024 · For GPS testing, each watch was taken on a known 2.8-mile course, and the distance recorded by the watch was compared to this 2.8-mile benchmark. For heart rate testing, we ran with a watch on each wrist for 0.5 miles, comparing the readings to those from the scientifically validated Polar H10 chest strap.
Suunto 9 Baro Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Nov 16, 2023 · Suunto claims this watch will last seven days in smartwatch mode (14 days in just time mode), and it has several training modes that will last anywhere between 25 and 170 hours. We used this watch out of the box with pre-programmed settings and managed to get 4-5 days when actively using it for GPS activities 2-3 times per week.
Garmin Vivoactive 5 Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Jul 3, 2024 · To assess GPS accuracy, each watch was taken through the same route on the same day in the same weather conditions, and its total distance was compared against the actual 2.8-mile distance traveled. To determine heart rate accuracy, each watch was worn while we ran half a mile, then, readings were compared to those of our scientifically ...
Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab
Jul 3, 2024 · The watch's heart rate readings were within +/-0.39 BPM, and its GPS was similarly precise, with a deviation of only +/-0.11 miles over a 2.8-mile distance. While this model lacks multi-dual frequency GPS, its performance remains excellent, and in most cases, we find this additional feature to be non-essential.