[AnandB]

Originally Posted by roamer

Newly launched Omron one. It’s only available in USA currently. One band / watch is now launched by GooQi brand in India at 6 k.

Which Goqii is that? I see only their Vital 2 & 3 monitor BP.

[roamer]

Originally Posted by AnandB

Which Goqii is that? I see only their Vital 2 & 3 monitor BP.

This one. They have this in smartwatch.

https://store.goqii.com/smartvital?u...RoC8JQQAvD_BwE

[anandhsub]

Planning to buy the Garmin vivo active 4 mainly because I need a gps watch which has music storage so that I don't need to carry a phone while running. I definitely won't be using it for more than 1-2 hrs a day.

Any reviews of the same? One issue I feel is that it has its own OS so wondering how good the integration with Android would be. Havent used a Garmin device so far.

Any other recommendations with the required features in the <30k range?

[RM Motorsports]

Originally Posted by anandhsub

Any other recommendations with the required features in the <30k range?

You can check out new Garmin Venu® Sq GPS Smartwatch. It has GPS & music storage. Also I prefer square / rectangular screen for smartwatch as information displayed is much NEAT compared to circular dials.

In last 2 weeks there are plenty of new smartwatches launched.

- Honor Watch gs pro / ES
- Fifbit Sense / Versa 3
- Ticwatch Pro 3
- Amazfit GTS 2 / GTR 2 / Neo
- Mi Watch Revolve
- Huawei watch GT 2

Though Garmin is more into fitness rather than smart watch features.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQNnjuYQVtg

[Mortis]

I'm looking at getting a smartwatch or rather a smart wearable in the 10k range.
I was ideally going to replace my GShock eithe another one for 7K because I finally managed to find a Tough Solar model which was to my liking.

I'm confused between the Mi watch Revolve, Amazfit T Rex (a smart G shock), GTR and GTS. I'm open to other models in this ballpark. Overall features seem to be similar with just a few differences. So I'm looking at whichever is the "best" or "newest" or "futureproofish". Ideally I know that the Mi Revolve is the newest but ideally its the Mi watch Colour from last year.
Should I wait for the GTS2 and GTR2 ?

I can't browse the net or use Google maps on these wearables even when tethered to the phone right ?

[Lambydude]

Hi Guys,

At the outset, let me declare that I love the Casio G shock range. The reason why I didn't buy a smartwatch till now was because if I do buy one, I might stop using my beloved G shocks. So I was waiting for G shock to release a smartwatch.

Couple of months back Casio released G shock GBD H 1000. This has 5 sensors , has activity tracking and heart rate sensor.
But it only tracks running or walking. There are no multiple activity modes like cycling or football. Some reviews also said that the heart rate tracking is not accurate when compared to Garmin which is the gold standard is fitness tracking. However I just love how the watch looks.

My dilemma is should I buy this now or wait for Casio to refine the software, maybe add more activity options etc. Knowing Casio, I'm worried if such an update may take years.
What are your thoughts on this? Now or wait for an year?

[graaja]

Originally Posted by Lambydude

My dilemma is should I buy this now or wait for Casio to refine the software, maybe add more activity options etc. Knowing Casio, I'm worried if such an update may take years.
What are your thoughts on this? Now or wait for an year?

I would not expect a watch company like Casio to excel in a fitness tracker like Garmin or Fitbit. Forget months or years, it may not happen at all unless they acquire some technology from these fitness tracker companies. So, I would not recommend getting the smart watch from Casio at all, as you may end up disappointed.

You need to first resolve the conflict of what is important to you - the looks of the G-shock or accurate activity tracking. And I understand this decision is not going to be easy

Another option is to wear G-shock in one hand and a proper activity tracker in the other hand

[Lambydude]

Originally Posted by graaja

You need to first resolve the conflict of what is important to you - the looks of the G-shock or accurate activity tracking. And I understand this decision is not going to be easy

True, it's not an easy decision to select between the looks and the accuracy. I always thought that Fenix series from Garmin might be the solution to my issue. But when I saw the Fenix (both 5& 6) , I was disappointed by the looks. Of course, no question on the capability of Fenix. Fenix 6 is insanely expensive also.

But I have made up my mind that even if Casio looks good, if the accuracy and fitness features are not there, I might kick myself after buying it for 40k. Hence, I'm considering Vivoactive 4 now. Even Huawei GT2 e for 11k looks like a good proposition.

[ampere]

Originally Posted by Lambydude

But I have made up my mind that even if Casio looks good, if the accuracy and fitness features are not there, I might kick myself after buying it for 40k. Hence, I'm considering Vivoactive 4 now. Even Huawei GT2 e for 11k looks like a good proposition.

Garmin Vivoactive or Fenix to me are best in terms of a common wearable (formal watch + sports tracker).

I have been using a Vivo active 3 daily for the last ~3 years and so far nothing to complain.

[shajufx]

Originally Posted by Mortis

.....
I'm confused between the Mi watch Revolve, Amazfit T Rex (a smart G shock), GTR and GTS. I'm open to other models in this ballpark.....

I got gifted Amazefit T Rex last week. This is my 5th fitness band after Mi versions and Garmin Vivosmart HR+. T Rex is really good, I don't find anything missing in this. GPS is quick to lock. Whenever I went for 10k runs, Garmin used to struggle for 5 minutes to lock GPS and give up. I feel this can last for the next 5 years without an outdated feel. Looks good on the wrist and super light.

Originally Posted by Lambydude

True, it's not an easy decision to select between the looks and the accuracy. ....even if Casio looks good, if the accuracy and fitness features are not there, I might kick myself after buying it for 40k. Hence, I'm considering Vivoactive 4 now.....

I have a Casio GulfMaster (GWN 1000B) since 3 years, its heavy, bulky and accurate with the sensors. But, I really doubt how fitness specific brands can be compared to them. May be its a good idea to stick to purpose specific brands like Garmin. Now they have many models, I love the 'Instinct' but over 30k is not justified. Fenix series is really nice if that is the only watch someone wants to own and wear all the time.

I have a Rolex, Tissot, Victorinox and few others, so its very tough to spend more on a fitness watch which will be a limited use for workouts

[abnormalspirit]

Originally Posted by AnandB

What is a good band that can monitor blood pressure as well?

Hi Anand you can try HUAWEI GT2, good battery life, all most all fitness apps will work and pulse oximeter also available. Value for money product.

[Lambydude]

One more question -

Out of all the fitness activities, what I do daily is play badminton.
1.Does any smartwatch have a badminton mode?
2. If not, which mode do I select while playing badminton? I'm guessing it would be running/ walking. Would the hand movements during badminton mess up the accuracy?

Thanks in advance

[graaja]

Originally Posted by Lambydude

One more question -

Out of all the fitness activities, what I do daily is play badminton.
1.Does any smartwatch have a badminton mode?
2. If not, which mode do I select while playing badminton? I'm guessing it would be running/ walking. Would the hand movements during badminton mess up the accuracy?

Thanks in advance

I don't think fitness trackers would have badminton (FitBit may). You could select "Cardio" as an option. However, if you are relying on optical heart rate measurement, then yes, the frequent hand movements will result in poor heart rate tracking. Even the best of the watches suffer from this issue. Only way is to use a strap based HR sensor for these type of activities for accuracy.

[itwasntme]

Picked up a Fossil Gen 4 Explorist smartwatch in black off Amazon for an excellent 11K (50% off MRP). Looks stunning, and immediately updated to the latest version giving me nearly all the Gen 5 features.

My existing Gen 3 model is running for 3+ years with excellent battery life, so happy to invest in this one.

https://www.amazon.in/Fossil-Explori...=fossil&sr=8-3

[Oxy]

Learnt the hard way to stay away from Garmin. I bought a Vivofit 2 for my wife some 4 years ago. Now I need a new strap for it but am unable to find one anywhere as the model has been discontinued, so basically would be buying a new smartwatch now.

Have my eyes set on the Honor Watch ES, looks very good for 7.5k. The strap is removable and can be replaced with a regular 20mm strap as well.

https://youtu.be/NE0MKXRW1Qs