Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch Reviews

Review score: 8.4/10 – Updated May, 2024

Latest Price: £571.99 – Save 5% (RRP: £599.99)

Take a look now to discover what makes Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch worthy of a review score of 8.4 out of 10.

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Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch features

Quality

Quality is without doubt one of the most important factors that we consider when buying bikes, parts, accessories or clothing. As you’d imagine it’s especially important when buying GPS. Let’s take at a look at the sort of things you can look at when trying to ascertain the quality of Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch.

The first thing is material. Looking at what Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch is made of will give you a really good idea of the quality overall. Take a look at the specs above and you should be able to see the material. It’s then up to you to decide if it meets your expectation.

Similarly you’ll also want to spend some time looking at the features too. Again the table above, listing the features will give you a really good overview. However you should think about the sort of features that you’d expect when buying new GPS. It’s worth writing a list of the “must-have” features so that you don’t end up compromising and missing some important features, or alternatively end up buying an unnecessarily high specced product.

There’s also a lot of merit in checking out the brand of the product and looking at the various brands that are selling GPS. Brands like Garmin are of courses extremely well respected in the cycling community so you know you’re getting a fantastic product with them. But if you’re undecided on your product you should write up a list of brands that you’d be happy to buy. It’s a great way of filtering and narrowing down the number of products when you’re searching.

Next up you’ll want to think about the price and use that as a guide to set your expectations of the quality. If you’re buying the cheapest of the options in the GPS category you should probably expect it to not be of as good quality as the most expensive. It sounds obvious of course. But this is where you can get a bit clever and use your combination of features, specs, materials and other factors to work together to get a really good quality product at the best price. We often draw up a list of “must-haves” and use these as filters when shopping online so that you’re only seeing products that meet your criteria. You can then sort by Price>Low to get the best deals.

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Comparing Prices

Price, as you would imagine, is the most popular reason for someone buying one product over another. It is the single most important factor in choosing the majority of products we buy. The same goes for GPS.

It’s at this stage of the buying process, when you’re looking at different options, that you should set a budget. Do some research to understand how much roughly you can expect to pay for the sort of level of product that you’re looking for. Then match that to your own personal circumstance and how much you can afford to spend. This will really help you in narrowing down the right product for you.

Price of Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch

So the first aspect of price that we’re going to look at is the price of Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch.

We run regular scans across the web to find the best prices for the products that we review, from a range of cycling retailers. The best price we managed to find Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch was over at Chain Reaction Cycles where the price was £571.99 in our latest search.

Based on this price we’ve scored it 8.5 out of 10 for price.

Average price of GPS

Next we wanted to look at how much you can expect to pay, on average, for GPS.

We found 137 in the GPS category over at Chain Reaction Cycles. We looked at the average price of the products within this category and found the average is £204.89, making it above average at £571.99.

It’s sometimes helpful to look at how much the prices can vary. Especially when setting yourself a budget, or when trying to understand just how much you could spend on GPS. We found that the most expensive product currently available was £849.99, whilst the cheapest we managed to find was £2.99.

With 137 products available we worked out that 8 cost more than Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch and 128 were cheaper.

Cost of Garmin products

At Chain Reaction Cycles we found 91 products from Garmin, of which 65 were in the GPS category.

For now though we’re looking at Garmin branded products in all categories. The average price of these products was £227.73 making this product above average.

You’ll also be interested to know that the cheapest Garmin product we found was £8.89 and the highest price we could find from them was £849.99.

Of the 91 from Garmin, 9 were more expensive than Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch and 81 were cheaper.

How much are Garmin GPS?

We then wanted to get a bit more specific and only look at Garmin products that are listed in the GPS category.

The average price of the 65 products that match this search was £258.71, with the cheapest coming in at £8.89 and highest price was £849.99. With the average being £258.71, Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch comes in above average.

8 products that meet this search were more expensive than Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch and 56 were cheaper.

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Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch Reviews

Reading reviews is an amazing way of getting a good feel for a product without actually being able to try it or see it first.

There are two different types of reviews, and we also recommend reading both.

1. Expert reviews – In the cycle industry there are loads of really reliable trusted resources for expert reviews. For example if you’re looking to buy a new bike, BikeRadar Bike Reviews are great.

2. Customer reviews – these are probably your best resource for information. There’s no finances or influence involved, they’re purely just honest reviews from customers that have bought and used the product. The reason we love customer reviews so much is because no matter if their view is good or bad, there’s a very good chance that it will be honest and unbiased.

Our best advice is to head over to Chain Reaction Cycles and read the Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch reviews there.

Based on what we’ve seen in terms of reviews for Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch, it really does look like a great buy. So for the review score, we’ve scored it 8.4 out of 10. The average review score for all products in the GPS category at Chain Reaction Cycles is 4.1 out of 5.

Owner reviews, as we say, are one of the most important pieces of research that we can do before we buy. So, with that in mind, if you do go on to buy Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch or another similar product, like Garmin 20mm QuickFit Silicone Watch Band reviews or Garmin Swim 2 reviews we’d love you to leave a review in the comments below. It will really help future buyers just like you, when they’re looking to buy GPS.

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Brand

As we said in the pricing part of the review, brand is a really important consideration, but especially so when looking to buy GPS. But as you’re probably already aware, you’re on to a great choice if you do go with Garmin, as they’re a fantastic brand, making amazing products.

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YouTube Video of Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch

Below we’ve embedded a video from YouTube where we’ve searched for Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch reviews.

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Summary

Overall, we’ve been hugely impressed by the quality, price, reviews and features of Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch. We’d say that as long as it fits your budget and meets your expectations in terms of features/spec…it’s a really strong contender. That’s why we’ve scored it a massive 8.4/10 overall.

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Further product details

• Product ID 1: 25308825933
• Product ID 2: 764758UK
• Brand: Garmin
• Model number: 010-02159-11
• RRP: £599.99
• EAN: 753759232900
• Description: Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS WatchThe smaller version of the Fenix 6 Pro, the watch packs a punch without the bulk, not compromising on the watch’s advanced features that include: enhanced tracking and navigation, Garmin Pay contactless payment system, music playing, and sophisticated sport’s modes.Rugged ConstructionPerfectly combining ultra-rugged materials with a sophisticated design, the Fenix 6S Pro, comes with an expansive 1.2’’ display. The lens is made from Corning Gorilla Glass DX, with stainless steel bezel, all tested to U.S. military standards for thermal, shock and water resistance.PaceProWhen running keep your pace with ease using the PacePro feature that provides grade-adjusted guidance as you run a course.TopoActive Europe and Ski MapsPushing ‘multisport’ to the limit, Garmin’s Fenix 6S Pro Multisport GPS Watch provides advanced systems for skiers. TopoActive Europe maps helps you navigate your adventures and view runs names and difficulty ratings for 2,000 worldwide ski resorts.Power ManagerKeep going for longer with Power Manager which allows you to see how various settings and sensors impact your watch’s battery life. This can help you make decisions and manage the functions you are using to extend your battery life for when you need a little extra juice.Performance MetricsWhatever type of sport or activity you are taking part in the Fenix 6S Pro makes it easy to view advanced training metrics including running dynamics, heat- and altitude-adjusted VO2 max, recovery advisor, and many, many more.Sports AppsFor all your different sports you can use preloaded activity profiles that provide the metrics you need – the ones most associated to your sport. This includes profiles for trail running, swimming, running, biking, hiking, rowing, backcountry/resort skiing, golfing, etc.ClimbProThe ClimbPro ascent planner delivers, real-time, information on your current and upcoming climbs, gradient, distance and elevation gain.Golf CoursesWhen playing golf, the Fenix 6S Pro allows you to access full-colour CourseView maps for more than 41,000 golf courses from around the world. The watch also helps you to play better with button targeting and the PlaysLike Distance feature.Turn-by-Turn NavigationStay on track with turn-by-turn directions when following a route or course. This lets you know ahead of time when the next turn is coming.Round-Trip RoutingTo find a route quickly simply enter a distance you want to travel, and the watch will suggest routes that will bring you back to your stating points. The Round-Trip Routing uses Trendline popularity routing to help you find the best local paths.Multi-GNSS SupportNever be afraid to leave the path with the Fenix 6S Pro which is compatible with multiple global navigation satellite systems, including: GPS, GLONASS and Galileo.ABC SensorsFor further navigation options the watch is integrated with ABC sensors. This includes an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and three-axis electronic compass.Safety and TrackingHelping you to stay safe when you’re out exploring or training the watch if you ever feel like you’re in danger, or the watch’s integrated sensors detect an incident has occurred, your watch will send your location to emergency contacts.Music AppsStreamlining all your devices into one the watch you can listen to all your favourite tunes via the watch using a pair of Bluetooth headphones (not included). The watch can be used to store up to 2,000 songs or you can access preloaded streaming apps from your compatible services including Spotify, Deezer and Amazon.Garmin PayNever worry about forgetting your wallet again with the Garmin Pay service. You can use the watch to make contactless payments when you’re on the go. (Only works with participating providers).Smart NotificationsStay in the loop and stay in the zone with smart notifications. Connect the Fenix 6S Pro to your smartphone to receive your emails, texts and alerts right to your watch face.Wrist-Based Heart RateIn-built into the wrist of the watch is an advanced wrist-based heart rate monitor. The optical heat rate technology gauges the intensity of your fitness activities as well as heart rate variability to calculate your stress level score. This function works underwater without a heart rate strap.Pulse OX SensorFor advanced altitude acclimation or sleep monitoring, an integrated Pulse Ox sensor uses light beams at your wrist to gauge how well your body is absorbing oxygen.Body Battery Energy MonitorGetting the balance right between rest and activity is crucial to your fundamental wellbeing and training. The Body Battery Energy Monitor optimises your body’s energy reserves, using heart rate variability, stress, sleep and other data to gauge when you’re ready to be active or when you may need to rest.Connect IQ StoreFor further options and additional customisation options you can use the Connect IQ Store to download custom watch faces, add data fields, and get apps and widgets.Expedition ModeThe specialised Expedition Mode allows you to trek further and wider between recharges. The mode uses ultralow-powered GPS reference that lasts for weeks.BatteryThe internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 9 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, 6 hours in GPS mode with music and up to 34 days in battery saver mode.In the BoxFenix 6SCharging/data cableDocumentationSpecificationsLens Material: Corning Gorilla Glass DXBezel Material: Stainless steelCase Material: Fibre-reinforced polymer with metal rear coverQuickFit Watch Band Compatible: Included (20mm)Strap Material: SiliconeDimensions: 42mm x 42mm x 13.80mmWrist Fit: 108mm-182mmDisplay Size: 1.20’’ (30.40mm) diameterDisplay Resolution: 240 x 240 pixelsDisplay Type: Sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)Weight: 61gBattery Life: 9 days (Smartwatch), 25 hours (GPS), 6 hours (GPS and music), 50 hours (Max battery GPS), 20 days (Expedition GPS), 34 days (Battery saver)Water Rating: 10ATMMemory/History: 32GBFeaturesWrist-based heart rate and Pulse OX sensors add insight to your fitness activitiesDynamic PacePro feature helps you run smarter over various types of terrainPreloaded ski maps for more than 2,000 resorts around the worldMeasure running and cycling performance in ways you didn’t know were possibleNavigate your world with multi-GNSS satellite reference and outdoor sensorsSync your favourite streaming services and listen to music without your phoneBuy Garmin Run GPS from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
• Full Category: Nutrition & Training > GPS
• Savings percentage from RRP: 5%
• Unisex
• 28
• Adult

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