Garmin Fenix 6 Pro & Sapphire GPS Watch - $480ish

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Dec 8th, 2022 11:06 am

WCDave [OP]: Member; Dec 26, 2017; 292 posts; 1279 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 11:06 am

[Amazon.ca] Garmin Fenix 6 Pro & Sapphire GPS Watch - $480ish

Deal Link:: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07WL4 ... B&th=1
Retailer:: Amazon.ca

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Both the Fenix 6 Pro and Sapphire variants are on sale. $3 difference between both.

Fenix 6 Pro

Fenix 6 Sapphire

Appears to be all time low for a top-tier GPS watch. Scratch resistance on the Sapphire variant is next-level, otherwise they are practically the same.

Looking for features? The Garmin Fenix 6 Pro stands out for its immense storage and excellent selection of features. This is the watch to buy if you plan on getting deep into the backcountry and require ample battery life, navigational capabilities, and a song list to keep you going through the day. With access to the Google Connect community, you'll be flooded with feature options that might make your head spin. While this is a good option for those who need that functionality, many may not be able to stomach the price. Most athletes could probably get away with a lower-cost watch with about half the features and a similar amount of battery life. However, if you know you want features and excellent battery life, this is the one to buy.

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Dec 8th, 2022 11:11 am

OldMil: Newbie; Sep 25, 2018; 45 posts; 193 upvotes; Calgary

Dec 8th, 2022 11:11 am

That is an excellent price. My Vivoactive 3 just won't quit and has almost all the same features... I wanna buy but it seems redundant.

Dec 8th, 2022 11:16 am

Dandada: Sr. Member; Aug 16, 2009; 694 posts; 571 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 11:16 am

Bit the bullet and snagged a 6X Sapphire for $588 last night to replace my 5X.

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Dec 8th, 2022 11:18 am

RohitD60274: Newbie; Oct 31, 2020; 23 posts; 37 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 11:18 am

Good deal of 6 sapphire as its the lowest now in last 120 days. Unfortunately for 6 pro during BF it was 399.99. Upvoted. Thanks OP.

Dec 8th, 2022 11:21 am

RohitD60274: Newbie; Oct 31, 2020; 23 posts; 37 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 11:21 am

Not sure if https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07W6RWL2R/ is a good deal or not. I don't have the price history. This is Vivoactive 4

Dec 8th, 2022 2:00 pm

XZerg: Member; Jul 1, 2009; 416 posts; 82 upvotes; GTA

Dec 8th, 2022 2:00 pm

fenix 6 felt a bit on the heavy side compared to fenix 7 or any of the forerunner. i currently own forerunner 245 music and have been eyeing fenix7 or 955 or maybe 255 music. fenix7 is just too darn pricey, even for the non-sapphire/solar versions. fenix 6 aside from the weight - which fyi is a bother when doing long distance run having something as "heavy" on the arm - is also a bit old - 3 years. could be not as bad but then i wonder if that's a better deal or 955.

so folks who are more knowledgeable on the matter - what does fenix 6 pro have that 955 doesn't have that could be worthwhile for someone who runs and does some cardio. the eventual goal is to add swimming and cycling to that mix in the future.

Dec 8th, 2022 2:04 pm

ryawesome: Member; May 10, 2015; 295 posts; 231 upvotes; Orillia, ON

Dec 8th, 2022 2:04 pm

awesome deal for the sapphire. I have the 6x sapphire, bought it used, but mint a couple months ago for $450, so still some savings, but new prices were significantly higher then.

Dec 8th, 2022 2:25 pm

Senescence: Member; Feb 26, 2017; 253 posts; 200 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 2:25 pm

RohitD60274 wrote: ↑ Not sure if https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07W6RWL2R/ is a good deal or not. I don't have the price history. This is Vivoactive 4

bought mine last year for the same price

Dec 8th, 2022 2:42 pm

darkhero168: Member; Apr 12, 2007; 479 posts; 279 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 8th, 2022 2:42 pm

XZerg wrote: ↑ fenix 6 felt a bit on the heavy side compared to fenix 7 or any of the forerunner. i currently own forerunner 245 music and have been eyeing fenix7 or 955 or maybe 255 music. fenix7 is just too darn pricey, even for the non-sapphire/solar versions. fenix 6 aside from the weight - which fyi is a bother when doing long distance run having something as "heavy" on the arm - is also a bit old - 3 years. could be not as bad but then i wonder if that's a better deal or 955.

so folks who are more knowledgeable on the matter - what does fenix 6 pro have that 955 doesn't have that could be worthwhile for someone who runs and does some cardio. the eventual goal is to add swimming and cycling to that mix in the future.

my understanding is the fenix series is more dressy and more productivity oriented vs the forerunner which is more a runners watch. I'm using a 245 music myself and only considered a fenix for maps.. but I might get the 955 instead. What are your reasons to not get the 955?

Dec 8th, 2022 3:13 pm

Dandada: Sr. Member; Aug 16, 2009; 694 posts; 571 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 3:13 pm

darkhero168 wrote: ↑ my understanding is the fenix series is more dressy and more productivity oriented vs the forerunner which is more a runners watch. I'm using a 245 music myself and only considered a fenix for maps.. but I might get the 955 instead. What are your reasons to not get the 955?

The Fenix is one of the least dressy (excluding the Instinct) and most geared to sport, activities and the outdoors of all the Garmin watches IMHO.
Built like a tank, full maps, tons of sport specific functions, etc
7S maybe a little on the dressier side I guess.

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Dec 8th, 2022 3:24 pm

1tallaznguy: Deal Addict; Mar 7, 2017; 1323 posts; 708 upvotes

Dec 8th, 2022 3:24 pm

I don't know much about the garmins,
but my samsung 46MM old watch is on its last legs.
would this be a comparable to this watch?
My main use is for running, also to have spotify music
to play offline. I also prefer a touchscreen.

Dec 8th, 2022 5:49 pm

XZerg: Member; Jul 1, 2009; 416 posts; 82 upvotes; GTA

Dec 8th, 2022 5:49 pm

darkhero168 wrote: ↑ my understanding is the fenix series is more dressy and more productivity oriented vs the forerunner which is more a runners watch. I'm using a 245 music myself and only considered a fenix for maps.. but I might get the 955 instead. What are your reasons to not get the 955?

i don't really need the maps as i would be focused on the run rather than looking for a route while running. i normally pre-plan my routes as well.
from the price perspective the 255 music looks good for my current activities (running and cardio; and now it also has altimeter). 955 has more activities it can track which can be good if i extend my activities - which i am looking to do. so just need to justify the extra $$$ for it over 255 music.

Dec 8th, 2022 6:29 pm

Nlcdn18: Newbie; Feb 6, 2018; 58 posts; 59 upvotes; Victoria

Dec 8th, 2022 6:29 pm

For anyone that is looking to see the high level differences between the various watches in the Garmin line-up, here is a video from the Running Channel that goes through the options:

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Dec 10th, 2022 1:27 am

CyprusTM: Member; Feb 21, 2018; 271 posts; 271 upvotes; Alberta

Dec 10th, 2022 1:27 am

Can't decide between this or Fenix 7

Dec 18th, 2022 10:52 am

Dandada: Sr. Member; Aug 16, 2009; 694 posts; 571 upvotes

Dec 18th, 2022 10:52 am

CyprusTM wrote: ↑ Can't decide between this or Fenix 7

I was in the same boat.
I went with the 6X Sapphire instead of the 7X.
I don't need the touch screen and couldn't justify almost double the price.

Just a heads up, Sporting Life has the 6X Pro Sapphire for $549.98 and 6 Pro for $479.98 if anyone is looking.
They also have free shipping over $99 if you want it shipped.
If you're a rewards member and have the December $50off in-store rewards coupon to use against the watch, that makes them one heck of a deal.

https://www.sportinglife.ca/en-CA/equip ... 24170.html
https://www.sportinglife.ca/en-CA/sale/ ... ?cgid=sale

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Dec 18th, 2022 11:18 am

shadowsteve: Deal Addict; Jul 5, 2008; 1993 posts; 1861 upvotes

Dec 18th, 2022 11:18 am

Switched from my VA3 to the 6pro on the BF deal. Initially I didn't know if I'd like the larger size but I don't notice it now. I hike, paddle, etc. No running

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