Is it practical to use this watch as your everyday watch (in addition to your running watch)? Is it big/bulky? Rugged enough?
1686801
It's perfectly fine for an everyday watch and has great battery life (over a year) when not in GPS mode. It's not super stylish as it's a sports watch but it can definitely do the trick for both running and daily use.
1686802
Am a lady and the watch is very big on my wrist, almost on the last hole so I would not use it as everyday. Sure do love it for sports. Walking, cycling, and riding horses.
1686803
Yes, I think you could. It is not especially bulky and I would think it is plenty rugged, since it can be used for hiking in the mountains, etc. And it is not nearly as "ugly" looking as some regular watches I have seen in catalogs. Hope this helps and that I am not steering you wrong!
1686804
It is. It is about the same size as any other digital watch, seems slightly heavier, but not enough to be a burden. I only use mine for runs as I have another watch I wear daily but I don't see any reason why you couldn't use it as a daily watch.
1686805
You could. It has a time display. It is somewhat bigger then an average watch,however.
2219253
This device measures HR but only on demand furthermore this cannot be easily accomplished while running.... It cannot differentiate very well between sporting activities although for running I find it perfect.It can be worn as a watch and like the stylish way it looks:)
436182
Short answer yes _ don't waste your money it is not a good enough product for the price , save a few bucks, go out on a nice date, and get a pebble- lol or wait for this summer when all the new watches drop
1075454
I do not think this clock should be used for day to day.It's great is heavier than conventional watches.I think you should only use it in their practice.
438389
When I worked at Starbucks it was my main watch. Was great being able to check texts, emails, tweets while at work without anyone really noticing. Many customers gave me compliments. But now at my new job, I am afraid to bang the watch against a rack or heavy item (work at a manufacturing warehouse). I do use it on the weekends the entire day and I also use it as my main alarm (wrist vibrates) on weekdays so that I don't wake up my wife with my loud phone alarm. Am looking to upgrade to newer version soon!
1009067
Not really because the watch is primarily meant to monitor distance covered in a specific period of time with the additional heart monitor which is paired with the watch. What I'm trying to say is that there is nothing wrong in using it for non-running cardio workouts, but if you do, you ignore other functions this product offers and therefore should maybe look for a different solution.
534005
It would work fine if you're on a budget. However, due to the fact that the watch is not very attractive and requires wearing a chest band all day to give regular readings, I would recommend springing for the more expensive models that measure your wrist pulse without a chest strap.
1854645
Yes. I like the device; however, don't plan on using it while doing any activity (i.e. running) b/c it fits a little loose.
1953491
Given that the watch was primarily made for running and it water resistant... I wouldn't recommend swimming with it.
1076552
I LOVE mine and I haven't even completely learned all of it's features. I chose it because my running coach (who also does tri's) has it and I knew that she could help me. I believe it would be a good choice, unless the mountain areas are poor GPS locations. Other than that, I recommend it!
1075459
No, I wouldn't recommend it for that reason. Timex has an Ironman watch that is great as a regular and running watch. This watch is good for the GPS, while road running.
2124016
O.k thank you it need a watch to check my resting heart rate every now in then, would you say this is a good option?
2058312
Technically you could use it as a watch, but I don't recommend it as a primary time keeper (for everyday use). The battery won't stay charged forever. You'll need to take it off and charge it every few days. My wife used it a couple of times in a pinch where she couldn't immediately find her regular watch, and not having something on her wrist was driving her nuts, so she wore her Garmin. She needed to charge it, but she eventually found her normal watch.
1172645
No, this watch serves as a display and control unit for fitness apps. It is very light and comfortable. I use it for running mainly, but also working out and biking.
916166
I have the black/gold and love this color since it is not flashy and at 1st glance looks like a regular watch that match whatever work out gear I have on. As a side bar I use it for all my work out..hiking, walking, cycling, etc. with no issues. I should have gotten this a long time ago to take the guessing out how many calories I had burned. Jenice
438390
Probably like most buyers of this item, I have a plethora of watches ;). but this certainly was (*) one of my favorites. Very useful when out to the movies, at parties etc where it is polite to keep the phone on silent, but you still have discrete access to incoming information. Not a full time watch as it is not waterproof and I tend to be a bit rough on watch faces etc when working outside. (*) My neighbor wanted a smartwatch to try out, so I sold home my Sony SW1 for half price and ordered a SW2 - which arrived yesterday :) Stay tuned ... ;)
1172647
I never tried. Sorry but this watch is terrible. It fogs up when I run. Water gets in in shower. Battery average life is 5 days. I buy batteries on amazon every month for three months. I don't know why I keep watch but it does sync with phone well. Tried to return and amazon rejected request based on battery life not a good enough excuse. Echo website says 6month heavy battery usage but my average id 5 days. Easy to change battery without tools but getting tired. Thanks. Wait for another option. Good day. Mc