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Garmin Forerunner 935 Tri Bundle
Last Updated: December 15, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
301
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1968.5 meters
SIZE
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GPS
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Battery Life
39battery, lasts, charge, gps, life is amazing
+92%
-8%
" ... Battery life for weeks. ... Without using GPS much i can get two weeks out of a single charge. ... "
" ... Batter life is incredible. ... "
" ... The battery life is awesome. ... "
" ... In battery life there is no comparison. ... "
" ... Battery life is awesome, lasts more than a week. ... "
" ... Lasts for over 2 weeks on a charge, with about 12 40-minute runs over that time. ... "
" ... Battery life is INSANELY good!. ... "
" ... Long battery, simple to uses, many informations. ... "
GPS
30garmin, garmin forerunner 935, garmin connect, fenix, accurate
+93%
-7%
" ... The Forerunner 935 does not suffer. ... "
" ... Awesome Garmin Watch. ... "
" ... I recently purchased this as an elective upgrade to my Garmin Forerunner 630. ... "
" ... GPS locks quickly and track is quite accurate. ... "
" ... Very reliable data so far, the GPS engine seems better than my Garmin 310XT. ... "
" ... Have been a Garmin lover since the Forerunner 110. ... "
" ... This is the 5th Garmin Forerunner I have owned and it is by far my favorite. ... "
" ... It automatically uploads the run to Garmin over WiFi when I get home and then I use the Garmin Connect app to view the run. ... "
Device Compatibility
28garmin connect, connect, garmin, syncing, sync
+75%
-25%
" ... it auto-uploads activities through my phone using Garmin Connect, and also connects directly to my home wi-fi if my phone is off. ... Also a good basic smartwatch with regard to receiving messages and alerts when in proximity of your phone, with apps available to extend functionality if you are into it. ... "
" ... Connection to the phone is rock solid. ... "
" ... Connectivity ease of use, synchronization, everything is better. ... "
" ... - seamless notifications from your phone. ... "
" ... He loves the phone integration and the stats too. ... "
" ... Connectivity with Strava is fantastic, especially compared to the crappy one on Samsung Health. ... "
" ... This watch will take any runner to the next level with all the built in features and the other features with Garmin Connect. ... "
" ... But it doesn't connect, pair, or continuously function beyond just the watches of yesteryear. ... Search online, anywhere really, and look for people with pairing problems, or problems with Garmin Connect (a requirement to use the device), or problems with syncing. ... "
For Running
27training, biking, bike, activities, 935
+96%
-4%
" ... I also love it for my running and my cross training. ... "
" ... And it provides great insight into my daily running. ... "
" ... Great sport's watch to track all activities. ... "
" ... Recommended for Ironman triathlon. ... "
" ... The main issue : Workouts, whether you doing interval training in the gym or on the bike, syncing all of your workout are seamless. ... "
" ... what else you can ask as a running companion ... "
" ... If you mostly walk for exercise, with an occasional run, the 935 is overkill. ... "
" ... And the Running Dynamics Pod makes it better still. ... "
Apps
27software, apps, updates, widgets, activities
+63%
-37%
" ... I downloaded the latest software version from my computer no problem. ... "
" ... that watch is great hardware wise but the software ecosystem from garming is just several steps ahead of suunto at this point. ... "
" ... It automatically uploads the run to Garmin over WiFi when I get home and then I use the Garmin Connect app to view the run. ... "
" ... Watch is actually really nice, lots of data and not difficult to use, only trouble so far is trying to update to most current software, have not been able to update over wifi or Garmin Express. ... "
" ... The app interface is great. ... "
" ... Very customization and works great in conjunction with the Garmin mobile connect application on your phone. ... "
" ... The manual that comes with the watch is basic as with most similar products but the Garmin online forum is great and just search for a particular topic and a set of easy to follow instructions should pop up. ... - I have been able to customize the screens to what I want and add several activities to my favourites so I do not have to go "looking" for them and they pop up first. ... "
" ... Much better data output for training when paired with the app. ... "
Software Platform
26updates, garmin, asian, newest, garmin express
+42%
-58%
" ... You can't get this thing to work with the Google pixel XL, so basically your new $500 watch will not work with the newest piece of technology on the planet. ... "
" ... The main problem is that I can not have the latest software version on my Garmin. ... "
" ... Nothing intuitive or logical. ... And of course you still need a third program, Garmin Express,to get any updates or to set up your wifi. ... Maybe it wouldn't be so bad if the web and mobile programs were better. ... Lots of other software bugs too numerous to mention. ... (Yes, I reloaded Garmin Express, and updated, and blah blah blah.) ... The apps on Connect IQ are not in any way certified by Garmin so they give you problems (but Garmin does give you a warning about this). ... "
" ... just google green triangle of death . ... "
" ... This watch is not from the US, it is a SE Asian in which any updates will be delayed. ... I thought I was purchasing a US software watch. ... "
" ... Without warning I received an Asian version. ... It would not update past 8.0. ... "
" ... There is no Russian language in this device. ... "
" ... If one can not rely on Garmin to test and fix software updates in advance of big events, then what’s the point of a pro watch? ... "
Heartrate
25chest strap, hr, heart rate monitor, swimming, strap
+68%
-32%
" ... Connects rasily wiyh heart rate sensors and cadence sensors. ... "
" ... As a personal trainer, I have used more than a dozen fitness watches from Garmin, TomTom, Suunto, Fitbit, Polar, Timex and Mio. ... However, after trying several watches with optical heart rate, the 935 is the best for me, averaging around 95% accuracy when compared to a chest strap. ... "
" ... I did purchase a chest strap to go with this and get all the running metrics now. ... "
" ... - hr read is good ... "
" ... I've not yet paired it with my old chest strap and I probably won't need to. ... "
" ... The HR monitor on the back does not protrude as much and feels like it fits to my wrist better. ... "
" ... - I have synced it with my Garmin 520 as a heart rate monitor with no issues, got picked up straight away. ... The Samsung watch captures your HR during swimming which my buddy constantly points out. ... "
" ... I will say it seems more comfortable than the 235 as the back does not have the raised heart rate sensor. ... "
Comfort
23wrist, wearing, 935, strap, fenix
+78%
-22%
" ... It's the best multisport watch on the market, hands down. ... "
" ... It's waterproof which is great too so I can wear it wherever. ... "
" ... In my opinion the lightweight design fits immaculately on the wrist, can easily be worn 24/7 which I do, and I have just done 1 weightlifting workout so far, and the heart rate sensor was spot on. ... "
" ... I have a small wrist and fits fine, not too big. ... "
" ... It has everything you can ask for, plus it is very light weight so you can wear it every day too. ... "
" ... I’ve been able to consolidate all my tracking devices into this one, and I never forget it because I always wear it. ... "
" ... Wrist HR is as accurate as any of them, which is no fault of the device, so it is kinda accurate most of the time. ... "
" ... The band and watch are both very comfortable. ... "
Product Reliability
21watch, days, 6 months, stopped working, months of use
+62%
-38%
" ... will update review if anything comes up ... "
" ... will post more after a few months of use ... "
" ... A few weeks so far and I have no complaints. ... "
" ... Had this for six month and have had no issues at all. ... "
" ... My wife and I train with this and it's super reliable. ... "
" ... I've had it for about 6 months and absolutely love it. ... "
" ... I bought last August and I just figured out today as I am checking with my friends and they are on the 10.10 version and I am on 9.70. ... "
" ... This unit works very well, better than the 920 it replaced. ... "
Band
21wrist, strap, hrm, wearing, wear
+81%
-19%
" ... I have medium sized wrist. ... "
" ... - feels nice on the arm ... "
" ... Even the straps on this watch feel more comfortable than the ones on the Fenix 5/3. ... "
" ... I bought bands with different colors and the system to exchange them is very useful, so I wear the watch at the office and it looks stylish and when i go running i use my “sport” band. ... "
" ... I did purchase a chest strap to go with this and get all the running metrics now. ... "
" ... Goes very well along w/ the colorful bands. ... "
" ... Perfect Triathlon watch. ... "
" ... They will never equal the near perfect performance of a chest strap. ... "
Ease of Use
17user, easy to use, interface, navigate, menus
+88%
-12%
" ... The menus are well organized and easy to navigate and the feedback it gives me after each run has been a tremendous help in reaching my goals. ... "
" ... Interface is decent. ... "
" ... They have also made the interface a little easier to navigate. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... It's very user friendly and has so many features that are both easy to find and easy to manipulate once found. ... "
" ... Upgrading from the 910XT, this does so much more and it's much easier to use. ... "
" ... The watch was easy to setup. ... "
" ... It's pretty easy to setup and use, although anyone new to garmin will need to click around a little. ... "
Marketplace
16amazon, thank, sellers, row, return
+44%
-56%
" ... I bought the item from techmatic. ... "
" ... The item that I received was the Asia Pacific model, the back of the box is pictured in the photo. ... "
" ... Here's the kicker. ... "
" ... The unit does not operate as described. ... "
" ... I am very disappointed with Amazon. ... "
" ... DO NOT BUY from this seller! ... "
" ... This is bad for Amazon as we fell that we can not trust on products we buy here ... "
" ... I did and the email bounced back! ... "
Water Resistance
16swim, pool, open water, gps, accurate
+75%
-25%
" ... I am quite happy with my watch, it is just perfect with the exercises using GPS such as running, outdoor swimming and biking. ... "
" ... It's waterproof which is great too so I can wear it wherever. ... "
" ... Haven’t had an opportunity to try cycle and swim yet. ... "
" ... very nice watch especially for the swimming pool. ... "
" ... Pool swimming has worked perfect. ... "
" ... - pool count is accurate ... - gps in open water swim is accurate ... "
" ... I use it for all my marathon training and works seamless with all my swimming. ... "
" ... Excellent watch and works well in open swim. ... "
Pedometer
13miles, calories, burned, accurate, 935
+85%
-15%
" ... I want to set a running (swimming or Cycling) goal of 20 miles per week/month or year. ... Then track it - just like you do with the step counter. ... "
" ... Step count is not so reliable, need a dynamic HRM or a pod ... "
" ... The gamification has me running more and fighting to see increases in fitness and VO2max. ... "
" ... Excellent watch, tracks daily health measures and everything you could need for running, biking, swimming and many other activities. ... "
" ... I can't trust my HR readings to be accurate and thus can't trust that the performance metrics I was interested in are accurate. ... "
" ... I've several hundred miles and a few races with this so far, I've used many of the features including configuring interval workouts and pushing them to the device, leveraging custom data screens, and integrating with a running dynamics pod and HRM-TRI heart rate strap. ... "
" ... If you're a runner or participate in most other athletic activities, this is the watch for you! ... "
" ... I love that it has an altimeter built in and tracks my elevation in real time. ... "
Accuracy
13gps, tracks, running, hr, stroke
+92%
-8%
" ... The GPS appears to be dead on accurate. ... "
" ... Wrist HR is as accurate as any of them, which is no fault of the device, so it is kinda accurate most of the time. ... "
" ... But, to be fair, anything above 90% accuracy is acceptable. ... "
" ... Detection of the swimming stroke I was performing was in the 60-75% accurate range. ... I could never do sets of multiple types of strokes with it being 100% accurate. ... I can't trust my HR readings to be accurate and thus can't trust that the performance metrics I was interested in are accurate. ... "
" ... I love that it has an altimeter built in and tracks my elevation in real time. ... "
" ... This is the watch for serious runners, or anyone wishing accuracy for GPS running. ... "
" ... The FR935 has worked great providing accurate gps tracks and the instantaneous pace is far better than the F3. ... "
" ... - pool count is accurate ... "
Sleep Tracking
12tracking, tracker, stress, heart rate, calories
+83%
-17%
" ... Other great feature is sleep tracking which it does automatically, not like my Apple Watch where I had to download a 3rd party app like Pillow and tell it to start and stop speech. ... "
" ... GarminConnect syncs your watch and smart phone, and displays all your current and historical data for activities, sleep, heart rate, stress, calories, and more. ... "
" ... I use it all the time now as it counts steps, analyzes sleep, and provides a long list of other metrics. ... "
" ... Sleep tracking doesn't always work if you stay up too late, but I'm hopeful they'll improve it in a patch. ... "
" ... The sleep tracker is less accurate than other trackers but for everything else it’s on the money. ... "
" ... - seamless sync post-activity ... "
" ... This allows me to get statistics and habits in my sleep patterns since I can wear it to bed. ... "
" ... But for the most part, the watches are second to none so far in the smartwatch/fitness tracker world. ... "
Price
11money, purchase, fenix, likely, especially
+73%
-27%
" ... Only had the 935 for 2 days and it is so worth the money. ... "
" ... When I have the money again, I will likely buy the next Fenix, but this is a solid device that I am happy with. ... "
" ... Definitely worth the price tag! ... "
" ... Definitely worth the purchase!! ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... If they do, it will be a good purchase (and maybe cheaper). ... "
" ... This is a HUGE disappointment, especially at the $500 price point. ... Because of this I would be very hesitant to purchase this watch again, I would most likely look for the 920xt at half the price and buy that one again. ... "
Features
11watch, feature, still, right, light
+100%
" ... It has a bazillion features, looks cool etc. ... "
" ... Bought the 935 specifically for the Triathlon mode. ... "
" ... In this case the latest features and bug fixes will not be available. ... "
" ... Love how light the watch is but yet packed with technology. ... "
" ... for me was a great surprise, light, complete and very easy to use. ... I'm still testing it but all features seems to be great. ... "
" ... I learned how to use it and customize the features to my liking (e.g. ... "
" ... I love this watch, I use many features and have tried pretty much every feature. ... "
" ... Used the golf feature yesterday and it even is impressive. ... Lots of features, so still learning all the ropes . ... "
Design
10looks, fenix 5, fenix, design, 935
+70%
-30%
" ... I like the feel of the watch and that the face is "always on." ... "
" ... I tried on the Fenix 5 at Best Buy and I just love the active look of the 935 much more than the "stylish" and much heavier Fenix 5. ... "
" ... Plus, almost everybody likes its looks. ... "
" ... This watch gives so much detail it's awesome. ... "
" ... So far (it is new) it looks great . ... "
" ... Looks nice too. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1968.5 meters
Connectivity
GPS: Yes
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