Coros Apex vs Garmin Instinct Solar

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 Instinct Solar is a great hybrid of a rugged G-Shock and a GPS watch. It has an impressive battery life, with the solar power feature allowing for even longer use. The watch is also compatible with Amazon Prime, making it more affordable for those who have the membership. However, some users have reported skin irritation from the silicon band.