Garmin Watch Reviews

"The Forerunner 101 offers athletes and recreational walkers and runners an entry-level personal training device with GPS...For business travelers who want to train on the road, the Forerunner 101 also doubles as a navigator...Working out with the Forerunner 101 means you're never alone in your personal training, because the unit provides a ''Virtual Partner...The difference between the Forerunner 201 and the Forerunner 101 is the Forerunner 101 does not have PC interface capabilities, runs on 2 AAA batteries, and has larger unit dimensions..." read more »

"101 is a wearable Personal Navigator...Although the unit dimensions are a slightly larger than the Foretrex 201, the Foretrex 101 is lighter, weighing in at just 74g (with batteries...The economical Foretrex 101 offers hands-free GPS navigation information allowing you to concentrate on your outdoor activities...It?s easy-to-use interface and basic GPS capabilities are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who would rather replace the batteries than recharge the unit in the field..." read more »

"Garmin’s Foretrex 201 looks like a beeper...Boasting 15 meter accuracy in normal GPS mode, the Foretrex 201 adds the training functionality of the Forerunner 202 with the trekking and waypoint functions of the Geko 201...The Foretrex is a waterproof block of green plastic with a high contrast, backlit LCD and 6 buttons on the bottom edge...As a GPS device, the Foretrex is excellent..." read more »

"I purchased the Garmin Forerunner 201 from Amazon, believing I was buying a reliable piece of gear...So if you're like me, and take satisfaction in turning out fast-paced runs (or what passes for fast-paced for us amateurs), the 201 will only be a source of frustration...But this is not the worst of it...try some other model, or even brand..." read more »

"Great for tracking your performance and working to improve it...Doesn't feel good losing a race with your virtual partner : - (...I've not had any issues with this, the 205 uses SiRFstar III chip technology so should be reliable, it even picks up a signal inside my flat and when you do lose the signal outdoors (under bridges for example) you pick it up again quick enough...In theory yes, although I wouldn't recommend it, if you're looking for a GPS which..." read more »

"The Garmin Forerunner 301 is the next exciting addition to the Forerunner lineup...The Forerunner 301 training profiles can be customized for running, cycling, and other sports...For those interested in losing weight, improving fitness, reaching peak athletic performance, or just improving health to reduce heart-related problems, the Forerunner 301 delivers...The Forerunner 101 offers athletes an easy-to-read display and integrated GPS sensor that provides precise speed, distance, and pace data--all in one compact unit that straps to your wrist..." read more »

"While the 301 delivered accurate heart rate monitoring, good performance tracking, and decent GPS reception, it didn't quite deliver in the design department...Garmin has smartly given the 305 a simple button layout and the buttons have a nice tactile feel with good pressure response..." read more »

"Forerunner 50 with wireless heart rate effectively tracks and records your heart rate while you work out, providing instant feedback about how hard your heart is working...And well after your workout is done, Forerunner 50 is still working, wirelessly transmitting your training data to your PC...Ideal for running, cycling and multi-sport workouts, the Forerunner 50 HR monitors your heart rate and measures your pulse...And when you?re done working out, the Forerunner 50 HR transfers logged information to your computer...Considering the vast amount of complex features the forerunner 50 offers, it's operation is fairly simple and intuative..." read more »