Coros Apex vs Garmin Fenix 5x

Verdict

The Coros Apex is a multisport GPS watch with excellent battery life and a data-rich companion app that offers a wealth of insights about your performance biking, running, swimming, and more. It offers similar functionality to the Garmin Forerunner 735XT, with better battery life and a more stylish design, making it our Editors’ Choice. Pros: - Excellent battery life - Stylish design - Data-rich companion app - Breadcrumb trail navigation feature - Comparably priced to Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music - Offers advanced fitness metrics like VO2 max - Smart features like contactless payments and the ability to store songs locally Cons: - No touch screen

Verdict

The Garmin Fenix 5x is a great choice for hikers, climbers, and mountaineers due to its robust build quality and features such as preloaded maps. It also offers multi-sport capabilities and improved altimeter accuracy with software upgrades. However, some customers have noted that the watch may come from a different region than expected, which could mean additional costs for map packs.