Hi everyone,

I’m considering purchasing my first Apple Watch this year. I’ve worn a garmin for years and while it isn’t the most versatile when it comes to tech features, it is the top fitness tracking company out there.

Question is has anyone made the switch from Garmin to Apple? How did the AW compare to the Garmin on heart monitoring, sleep monitoring, stress monitoring? Was it easier to track workouts?

With the new series 9 out now is it worth getting the series 9 or the cheaper series 8?

My main draw to the AW is actually the loud noise detection. I have chronic tinnitus from loud noise exposure so have that notification would be helpful, but I actually want buttons on my watch lol.

Anyways any insights would be greatly appreciated.

  • happyfalcon1990@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago
    1. No body battery I have third-party apps, but they are not the real substitute.
    2. I forgot how seamless it was that Garmin watch already includes all Garmin bells and whistles. You have to download or purchase their apps to get the most out of the Apple Watch.
    3. I used to see my stress levels in the Garmin and I had to purchase a yearly subscription to try and mimic this on the Apple Watch.