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Good for running, less for cycling
The 235 is set up for running and you can use it for that right away. I would rate it higher is the manual was better. There is lots to learn before being able to use it well for other activities. So many features available I am still trying to learn how to use it. Manual is online but not easy to use. Use generally requires setting up online account. I think one can spend hours learning all one can do with it. So far I have been too busy to do that and there is no one I know to tell me how, which I am sure would make things a lot simpler. I wanted an activity tracker mainly to use for bicycle training. I spent a lot of time online trying to research different brands/models. I finally asked a co-worker who has a 225 if the 225 or 235 would do what I wanted. He said yes so got the 235. His attitude now is "read the manual. My I will have time this winter.Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : stick100
great watch for activity tracking
I've been running with my phone as a GPS tracker, so it is nice to be able to run phone-free now that I have this watch. Although music can't be played from this watch without a bluetooth device nearby that it can connect to, and although the Garmin workout feature (e.g. yoga, strength workouts) is not compatible with 235, this watch is well worth the money given the great GPS data for activity tracking, as well as continous data on heart rate, steps. I wish the battery life was longer, but it is plenty for my less-than-ultra distances.Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : occasion | Vendu par : jdm1083
Good, but not great - UPDATE - Not worth it
As a fitness tracker it is great. The heart rate monitor has not had any issues. The info in the phone app is very detailed. As a smart watch it is decent. The alert system works well. The screen is good (but not a touch screen). And the best part is the battery. I haven't let it drain all the way down yet, but my guess is it will last over a week. I have been recharging after 5 days when it gets down into the 40's. I have had a Fitbit and Microsoft Band 2 which would die after about 2 days so getting more than 5 days has been huge bonus.
There are a few drawbacks. The menu system is very complicated. There are some things you configure on your phone but most configuration is done by menus on the watch. I think it would be a better experience if everything could be configured on your phone. After 2 weeks I still struggle to find things.
My biggest issue has been losing track of the time. I had a few instances where the watch rebooted on its own and had the wrong time when it came back on. To fix it I had to go outside and let it connect to gps. I turned off the "move" warning feature that reminds you to move if you have been idle for a long time and it hasn't happened since then, but it is frustrating that I had to do this.
Overall I am pretty happy so far. I liked my Fitbit and Microsoft Band (until the band broke 2 times), but the forerunner gives you everything they do plus a much better battery life.
UPDATE
Shortly after writing the initial review I started having problems. The watch constantly reboots and the only way I can get it to stop rebooting is to turn off Bluetooth. I have tried contacting garmin support but they have not been able to help. I may have gotten a lemon but I can't recommend the 235. Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : Rds1Y6EQRnG@Del...
Great Fitness Watch With Smart Capabilities
I'm no stranger to Garmin GPS watches, having 2 others in the past. I was a little torn between this and the new Apple Watch Series 2. This watch is of course cheaper, and its not a dedicated smart watch but where it comes short, it excels in so many other areas.
The watch is extremely light, I was very surprised when I took it out of the box. The strap is comfortable and has many different sizes to get the right fit. The look is great, I have had many inquiries about it in the week that I have been wearing it.
I have been using it non stop for 4 days and it is only at 61% as I write this. I have bluetooth, heart rate and activity tracking running at all times. The heart rate sensor works better than I expected as my previous watch used a chest strap. The only complaint I have is depending on the activity, it may not always get an accurate reading (rowing, weight lifting etc.) The GPS connects supper fast and has the accuracy you'd expect from Garmin. I absolutely love the activity tracking throughout my day to keep me motivated to keep moving.
The Connect IQ is a cool feature to download apps and different watch faces. The smart capabilities were exactly what I was looking for, allowing me to see incoming messages, phone calls, calendar events, notifications, weather etc.
All in all, this was a very good buy and I am happy that I saved myself $300 over the Apple Watch (And I love Apple products). Don't hesitate. Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : djkwservices
Forget FitBit
This watch is amazing! I love it and wish I had made the switch from FitBit a long time ago. This watch has all the features, looks great, and is easy to navigate. The battery life is unbelievable and I love that it’s waterproof.Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : occasion | Vendu par : 1gdsm4life
This is a 4.5 if I could rate it that
Coming off a Pebble watch for the past 2 years, this was a change. However, it's a good change. If you're into fitness at all, this has more of the health tracking options that the Pebble didn't have. I've had fitbit in the past, but even that left me lacking in that department. It just seems Garmin takes it a bit further with the insights, training calendar, etc. Is it perfect, no. With iOS, I have occasional problems where it says I'm not connected to the app, and the bluetooth occasionally drops to the phone, so I end up restarted the watch the get it connected. No biggie, because the watch works very independently from the phone and will sync up later. I like the HR zones and that is how I am doing my run training now, which seems to not only work well, but has me motivated. Music controls, notifications and of course time keeping round it out. It's a better than average watch, not perfect, but very nice.Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : Rds1Y6EQRnG@Del...
Amazing piece of kit!
Just an amazingly useful piece of gear to help those serious about breaking down their runs (no experience on bike, etc) to improve their performance. MUCH improved over the older Forerunner 410 in terms of ease of use. I particularly love that I can select one of Garmin's free training plans and the next week or so worth of workouts will automatically load to the watch.
GPS acquisition is FAST and much, much, much improved over my older 410. I mainly use an HR strap, so no real change there. The wrist-based HR sensor seems fine for resting HR and if I happen to turn it on at the gym, but haven't tested it on a run (I've heard the bounce of running can throw it off).
And then there's a few extra fun features that are more just for geeking out. I like seeing the VO2Max estimate and the associated race pace predictions. And the recovery monitor is fun, even if it mostly just confirms what I already know.
Overall, this was an excellent buy, particularly at this price and in such good condition! Has very much reinvigorated my running to the point that I look forward all week to my long runs!Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : occasion | Vendu par : kdawg479
Gives a lot back for its price
I had an older Garmin (610), which at that time had a similar price. However, the forerunner 235 has much more features nowadays than my former watch and seems more stable regarding the charging features of the watch. Also the wristband is simpler and easier to wear and does not seam to break so easily. Since I don't use the watch like a cell phone nor listen to music for which I have other things, it is all sufficient. I can store one Intervall and follow my heart rate, steps, how I sleep and so on. Setting the watch seems bit tedious in the beginning, but after reading the instructions and practicing, it is pretty easy. What others reported, and I agree, is the amazingly long charged battery. I can definitely recommend this watch.Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : hrmusa
I love this watch!!!
I haven't taken this watch off since I bought it. I use it to track my activities and it has a move function so you don't sit for too long. I love it!! The battery life is long (a few weeks) and I highly recommend this. You can also get notifications on it but you can't see any pictures or reply. I tried having notifications but I prefer to keep my watch separate from my phone. Also you can change the profile color to match your outfit.Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : playbetterstore
Garmin 235
I had the Vivo Active HR. But I found it to be confusing and harder to use, and there was no sound. I switched to this and man what a difference! I love this watch. Extremely easy to use and figure out the apps. Very light and I love the fact that it has the tones I need to hear for when I am running. Would highly recommend!Lire l'avis complet...
Achat vérifié : Oui | État : neuf | Vendu par : electr0nicsrus