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630 vs 735XT vs Fenix 3

630 and 735XT packs a lot of features in a smaller package than Fenix 3.

I only do running and cycling, I wonder how does 630 vs 735 vs F3?
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  • depends on key features, out of things I'm interested in, in particular the 630 doesn't do power meters or strava live segments if you're interested in them.

    I returned a Fenix 3 a while back, it was appalling due to the GPS issues. I think that might have improved, but I'd steer well clear based on my experience.

    I've now got a 735xt, and it's excellent, really like it. Would definitely recommended.
  • Would also recommend the 735XT, with exception of some minor issues this watch has worked well from the beginning and continues to perform accurately and without issue.

    I might give a try to the new Fenix 5 once released as the only area I would like improved on the 735 is the look of the watch. It is not bad looking, but looks like a sports watch and a little cheap compared to metal cases on the Fenix watches.
  • I'd also recommend the 735xt out of those 3.
    the 735xt performs faster and also has more memory available for connect iq apps than the other 2 watches mentioned, I made one app where the 735xt version (26kb memory available) can do more than on the other platforms (because there's only 16kb available for f3 & 630).

    When buying now I might consider buying the fr735xt, the fenix 5 or waiting for the 935xt (not released yet)
    For me when the choice is between fr735xt and fenix5, I'd likely go for the 735xt because it's lighter.
  • I would probably go with the 735XT. I had a Fenix 3HR but due to barometer/altimeter issues, I decided to return it and get a 735XT. So far I am very pleased with it. There are some minor issues, but nothing as major as a faulty altimeter. Yeah it may not have a barometer/altimeter, but I'm fine with that because I have other features that features that are more valuable to me, mainly Strava Live Segments. Also the 630 and Fenix 3 do not support the latest CIQ SDK.
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    When buying now I might consider buying the fr735xt, the fenix 5 or waiting for the 935xt (not released yet)


    How is the weight of 935xt vs 735xt ?

    Does the 935xt has an altimeter to record floor climb ?

    Thanks
  • The 935XT is what people think will be released as the successor to the now 2 year old 920. It hasn't been announced and people are just guessing that there will be a successor without any details. If you talk about it Garmin will just delete the posts so it's not discussed much. We don't know when we will see such a device, how much is weighs or it's functionality. If you want a device now, go with something released and available. If you don't, then wait and there will probably be a successor to the 920xt (Garmin tend to refresh families of devices every 2-3 years), just don't hold your breath!

    CW