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  Emmett Brown

  2023-09-14

  A review that I wanted to do for a long time about the mule, as I call it!! It comes in a package with 2 straps. One is the classic silicone strap that I always disliked and a high-quality nylon one. The case alone weighs 64 grams without the strap. I won't compare it at all with the Enduro 1 because it was a joke model from Garmin (no maps, music, navigation, etc., in my opinion, it wanted to compete with Coros' flagship in terms of battery life). The flashlight of the Enduro 2 is twice as bright as the Fenix 7X. Garmin achieved this by removing a large part of the filter that makes the LEDs slightly more visible and powerful during the day and especially at night. I won't go into details about its screen; it's two separate categories, and I have already mentioned this issue in the Epix Gen 2.

  Now, onto the basics, I only use the touchscreen for maps and occasionally for cycling or walking. It's a personal choice for everyone to decide what they will choose in this area because it can be activated per sport profile. I have set up my Enduro with a custom watch face and sleep mode from 22:30 to 10:00. I only use the altimeter manually.

  The Garmin Enduro 2 uses Garmin's HR Elevate V4 optical sensor, which is the same as the Fenix 7 series and significantly improved compared to previous models. I had no issues with accuracy in sleep tracking, especially in sleep stages. The measurements are so precise that when the algorithm tells me that I had poor sleep quality, it's actually true. Sleep tracking doesn't work correctly for other people, as I see in Garmin forums, but many factors come into play, such as skin color, tattoos, movement, activity level, tightness of the strap, wrist size and shape, and lastly (very important) skin thickness! (Skin thickness varies from person to person. Thicker skin may scatter or absorb light differently, affecting the accuracy of the sensor.)

  Let's move on to sports use. Anyone who chooses the Enduro 2 knows what they're doing. It's like the Garmin Marq, which has its own audience. Apart from what each person will do, most people choose it for its extremely long battery life. The Enduro 2 has more sports features than any other Garmin watch. Out of all the sports features, there are literally dozens of characteristics that you may never use! The harsh reality, especially for us amateurs, is that we will use only 10-15% of the watch's capabilities!

  Each sports profile is fully customizable to the point where you don't know where to start! From countless data fields to manual reminders during track running, automatic laps, etc. I won't go into more detail as it would take me weeks to write.

  In the Enduro 2, each sports profile has its own data pages. You can have up to 8 custom fields per page, allowing you unlimited pages essentially. Each sports profile also remembers the sensors you connect. For example, in indoor cycling, if you have connected speed sensors, cadence, etc., every time you reopen that specific profile, it will automatically search for the sensors you had connected. The experience is enhanced with the customized fields and applications from Garmin's ConnectIQ. For long-distance runners, the Auto Rest Timer function (pause when you stop running) is very important (it is now also available in the Garmin 7 series). With the ANT+ sensors, you can connect up to 30 in total and 8 simultaneously! The recommended daily training function has been excellent for a long time. From my experience with Garmin's algorithm for several years, it has been quite helpful. Of course, it is necessary to wear the watch even during sleep (HRV status, body battery, sleep quality, etc.).

  In terms of durability, the Enduro 2 reminds me of the "rugged" Tactix.

  In terms of mapping and navigation (something that was missing from the first model), the Enduro 2 innovates even compared to the Fenix 7 with the Next Fork feature (This function automatically examines map information with routing capabilities and calculates which path of the route you are on. Then, it shows the distance to the next intersection!! This feature does NOT require loading a route at all. Nor does it require naming. As long as the path exists on the map, it will show it, and even the smallest paths are visible.) As of September 14th, this function has also been added to the Fenix 7. The map functions are endless, and I recommend reading the manual online because it's worth it.

  Now, let's talk about the battery, which is the main reason someone would buy it. Simply put, it's a beast. At the moment I'm writing this text, it is the only sports watch that surpasses everything else in battery life (even the new Garmin Fenix 7X Pro) without solar charging, where the Instinct 2X Solar excels due to its larger panel. Its battery lasts up to 110 hours with GPS only and 150 hours with solar charging, compared to the new flagship Garmin 7x Pro (89 hours and 122 hours, respectively). The satellite settings on Auto Select (Garmin SatIQ) and Data Recording at 1 second instead of the default Smart Recording. From 100% to 3%, the battery lasted 20 days with the following activities: 8.5 hours of running on a track (connected to Garmin Tempe and Garmin HRM-Pro Plus), 2 hours of treadmill running (connected to Garmin HRM-Pro Plus), 29 hours and 40 minutes of walking with dogs, 4 hours of weightlifting, and 4 hours and 35 minutes of hiking.

  The solar panel it has is larger than the Fenix 6 series and the past Tactix. The result is impressive, and it's not just decorative since without exercising, when you are in an outdoor environment, the watch does not lose even 0.01%. At first, I thought it was just my idea, but when I started to investigate further, I came to the above conclusion.

  In summary, in my humble opinion, the Enduro 2 is currently the best sports watch from Garmin. Tremendous battery life (unmatched), it has never frozen on me, the maps are lightning-fast on mountains, and the screen (MIP) is readable. It is a sturdy and high-quality watch with unparalleled battery life and advanced training tools. It is ideal for outdoor adventures and long missions with only your backpack as company. Essentially, it is a Fenix 7x in a different form!

  For more details, photos, and discussion, visit my blog at https://shorturl.at/hsuwO

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  • Sufficient number of functions
  • Accuracy in measurements
  • Screen
  • Resistance
  • Battery autonomy
  • Quality-price ratio
  • Comfort
  • Easy synchronization
  • Construction quality

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  gp.22594

  2023-06-17

  Just like a Fenix 7X Titanium sapphire solar with better battery life and lighter weight, but extremely expensive. Is it worth paying an extra 300 euros for the better battery and 20 grams less weight?

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  • Easy synchronization
  • Sufficient number of functions
  • Accuracy in measurements
  • Construction quality
  • Screen
  • Battery autonomy
  • Comfort

  • Quality-price ratio
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  panos967

  2023-05-02

  Verified purchase

  A fenix 7x, but with a better battery. One extra week. Twice as powerful flashlight. Much better buttons with a good feel. The nylon strap is mediocre. Cheap and insecure. Other than that, as I said, it has everything the fenix 7x has. Worth it. The top today.

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  • Easy synchronization
  • Sufficient number of functions
  • Accuracy in measurements
  • Construction quality
  • Screen
  • Resistance
  • Battery autonomy
  • Quality-price ratio
  • Comfort

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