Thanks for covering basically every type of workout! Runs, bikes, and even weight training. It’s nice to know how the heart rate sensor will work in all those environments
I was lucky enough to test this watch for the past few months. As soon as I took it out of the box, it became my daily driver. Heart rate and GPS was always spot on. AMOLED screen is beautiful in person. As always with Coros, battery life is incredible and the watch is super light. It’s honestly, the perfect watch for me, not even close.
do you recommand the pace pro more than the Apex 2 pro ?? I can't choose betwin these two.. The battery life is way more good on the apex but the screen of the pace pro looks amazing. Can you help me ??
Nice, thanks for the review. I'm looking for a new watch and tried the Pace 3 but that was too small on my wrists, so definitely interested in this one. AMOLED display, offline maps, and great battery life is a huge win at 349
I was nearly convinced to go for a garmin 265, but now that this new pace pro has arrived, I really can't decide... looking forward for a comparison review :)
Man, that looks so good. You have the best footage of the screen at the start. I know some people say the price is a touch high, but I feel like 350 is correct.
MIP has been difficult for me with my Pace 3. A bright screen looks more sporty and sleek also. This was the the best thing Coros did. I can't wait for these features to be available on the next Apex Pro. I may not wait and just get this one.
I never had any problems with the glass on the Pace 3 but did notice that the case was a little soft, making it easily scratched. I would be pretty mad if I paid over $300 for a watch and ended up getting a huge gouge in it
@@LHNguyensOthersise there would be burn-in in under six months. Almost like it's a bad technology to use for something that's meant to be on all the time 😂
My biggest gripe with Coros (when using the Pace 3) was that when doing track workouts, the pace had a lag and would hop around compared to Garmin. Even after purchasing the foot Pod 2, it didn’t seem to help much. Curious if this is improved on the Pace Pro?
if you use separate sensor, this comment is worthless but if not, i thought coros does a better job in HR sensor for wrists but this one disappointed me. even 165 is better. in fact pace 3 is better in HR. idk software update could fix it
Still going with the standard pace, more practical and light, yeah resolution and responsiveness is not even in the same ball park, but is not like I'm gonna be playing videogames in the watch. I'm able to read the numbers and that's what I care.
With this price it’s like a 265 (on sale) and not that far from de Polar m3. I hope we can see a comparison, because one of these three might be the next purchase
Fantastic video I'm looking at upgrading my watch soon.. ..currently using the Garmin 955 would this be a good upgrade and is there any issue with pace lag etc?
I need your input. I have been in an Apple Watch 3 but I can’t stand the battery life. I am a casual fitness guy who runs, hikes, jump rope, lifts weights and ski’s. I am trying to decide on the best bang for my buck and overall value. Heart rate accuracy and battery life matter to me along with decent gps….. Anyway, I was able to get a Garmin fénix 7 sapphire solar for 490 bucks on sale BUT it’s still in the box… since I am also researching the Amazfit T- Rex 3 and this watch. I care more about the overall value and a watch that will serve me well for a long time. I have also considered the coros vertix 2s. I do like the look of a slightly beefed up watch even tho my wrists are smalller. Which watch do you think is the best deal and value ? Should I keep the Garmin fénix 7 sapphire solar that I got at a great deal ? Or should I return it and go for the amazefit t-rex3 or a coros? Any input is greatly appreciated and thank you so much for all the great content you put out for us all
Am in the market for a new watch and considering switching from Garmin too Coros. This does look really nice but I do wonder how long it will be before they release an Apex with AMOLED 🤔
They should have made the price more compelling like at $299. Cut down on stuff like 32GB internal storage... and dominated the market with lower price. At similar price to Apex $349 is $120 more than Pace 3. Price point is not amazing anymore as Pace 3 was... at $350-$450 so many other watches to choose from... Perhas offered pre-order / launch sale for $299.
@IT_Farhan I don't use MAP. You find deals on 265 for around $350.. so at same price... no brainer... Garmin smart feature of turning off watch display with covering the screen.. program / toggle at night for night mode / do not disturb... setting hidden inside... just small things on Coros was annoying. I will give both Sunto Race S and Garmin a chance... and let you know. Coros did it to themselves. as I would have never thought of watch in $350+ range if they didn't raise their price. lol
Does Coros’ back to start feature still just use your previous plot points to guide you back? If so, it’s a no go for me. But it looks like they’re Going in the right direction.
Coros. I am not impressed with the 265 hr. It’s horrible when working out (weights) decent for running. But from what I have seen, the 265 is much worse than pace pro for hr tracking
I’ve been using my pace 2 for the past 2 years now and I’m looking to upgrade. Would this be a good choice. I really like the amoled display and I think that the pace 3 is a bit too close to the pace 2 in my opinion.
Music ? Same way as others mp3 in late 2024 ? Also does it have a microphone- speaker ( I guess NO :( ) thanks for the perfect as always review ❤ P.S music and coupling with companies like Spotify is something that is a priority in late 2024 … MP3 is just a joke . The reason I left COROS 😢
Hey there, we would love to integrate with Spotify and are trying to work with their team (along with other streaming services) to have a direct integration, but it is a slow process! Once we get the go ahead from a Spotify or other streaming service, we'll be sure to develop this on our end immediately to help out with listening to music directly from your watch.
@@COROSGlobal I know you've mentioned it is a slow process, however this has been the same update you provided earlier this year on reddit. Is there anyway you could give a more accurate timeline?
How would you compare that watch with garmin forerunner 955? i can't decide which one is better. Keep in mind i dont care about amoled dispaly, i prefer mip
Finally, an AMOLED! I've always admired Coros for its design and brand, while Garmin tends to be too pricey. Plus, the MIP display is definitely a dealbreaker for me.
Love my Pace 3 and surprisingly I’ve gotten used to the MIP display. Amoled will likely be a great medium for those who have been looking to jump ship from Garmin but this watch just looks like a toy. That’s one downside with this one and some of their more colorful watches, the plastic used looks so toylike that it’s hard to justify the increased price point in my opinion. Also those colorful back buttons don’t help lol. Like just make it a neutral color if you want some contrast. Or make the buttons changeable.
A fleeting glance is all you need when gasping for breath during training. So, all that is needed is a screen that does not turn off, dims or anything else that requires specific motion to activate it which also lags a lot as seen on the video. Also, why would you torture yourself scrolling and reading through data on tiny screen (mip or amoled) as if we still live on early 2000? Use the phone app or your home computer/laptop...
Just used the Pace Pro today after using the Forerunner 265 for the last year and found the GPS is more accurate. It was a running activity on my normal route.
Would you pick Sunto Race S or Coros Pace Pro? ALSO WHICH APP is better? -> After much research for me. Garmin 265 is what I am going to with HRM-PRo PLUS HRM. Recover info that takes into account sleep and font size control, display off with palm on screen. Music is a bonus. So all in all - Garmin does things I care about better than Coros Pace Pro & Sunto Race S
Very disappointed in the pricing. This should be at $450 cad and not $500 cad. Plus I will still need to buy a nylon strap. I thought this would be the watch I upgraded to but now I'm back to the Race S.
There are a ton of Coros athletes that have codes for a free watchband with any watch purchase which you could use to get a Nylon band. (Try JOE or SAGE)
Cool but odd product. I definitely wouldn't trade my Pace 3 for this as it's a step backwards in the most important areas (size / weight / battery life). A lot of us still prefer MIP over AMOLED too. It might be a nice alternative for the Apex crowd though as it's still really light.
uuuugh amoled and its terrible standby time... this is almost the perfect watch, it blows the Pace 3 out of the water in every aspect except standby battery life. like, I get it, it's a sports watch, features and hours of gnss are the most important thing here, I appreciate it can shrug off an ultra for me but I'm not running ultras every day! what I do every day and night is wear this thing. I want a half affordable 30-days watch! not up to 30 days if you turn everything off to the point it's an F91W with a better display, I want a 30-days watch that will track hr and steps and log in 30 hours of gnss during these 30 days. am I the only person that forgets to charge their watch but doesn't have the budget for a Vertix? lol
Thanks for covering basically every type of workout! Runs, bikes, and even weight training. It’s nice to know how the heart rate sensor will work in all those environments
Happy to help, thanks!
I was lucky enough to test this watch for the past few months. As soon as I took it out of the box, it became my daily driver. Heart rate and GPS was always spot on. AMOLED screen is beautiful in person. As always with Coros, battery life is incredible and the watch is super light. It’s honestly, the perfect watch for me, not even close.
do you recommand the pace pro more than the Apex 2 pro ?? I can't choose betwin these two.. The battery life is way more good on the apex but the screen of the pace pro looks amazing. Can you help me ??
@@killianwrn4257did you decide yet? I’m having the same issue. lol
Nice, thanks for the review. I'm looking for a new watch and tried the Pace 3 but that was too small on my wrists, so definitely interested in this one. AMOLED display, offline maps, and great battery life is a huge win at 349
I was nearly convinced to go for a garmin 265, but now that this new pace pro has arrived, I really can't decide... looking forward for a comparison review :)
As always a detailed and honest review, thank you 🙏
You're welcome and thanks!
fantastic video as always Des. This watch fits every one of my requirements
Thanks!
Always great to watch your review videos! Super detailed and informative 👍🏽
Appreciate you tuning in and thanks!
Can’t wait to see what this means for the next Apex and Vertex
Man, that looks so good. You have the best footage of the screen at the start. I know some people say the price is a touch high, but I feel like 350 is correct.
Great video as I search for my apple watch replacement since AW died when I do a long ride in a day for my strava.
MIP has been difficult for me with my Pace 3. A bright screen looks more sporty and sleek also. This was the the best thing Coros did. I can't wait for these features to be available on the next Apex Pro. I may not wait and just get this one.
Thanks for the informative review. Is it catching up with the pace changes faster than other Coros models?
Appreciate this video ❤
🤙
Amazing they prioritised a new CPU/GPU in contrast to Garmin with the Fenix 8 - lag and load times is just lazy and this UI looks smooth
Yeah and the Fenix 8 costs 3x as much lol
Great video!
Are you doing the Trex 3 soon?
Just wrapping up the last bit of testing this weekend 👍
I never had any problems with the glass on the Pace 3 but did notice that the case was a little soft, making it easily scratched.
I would be pretty mad if I paid over $300 for a watch and ended up getting a huge gouge in it
I hope RUclips Music, and Spotify add support in the future.
Did they add RUclips music?
@gusdemattos3739 Nope.
@ so, I am thinking to get the watch…how do listen to music?
amoled screen with everything on and it last for 5 days... this is crazy good.
it dims and turn the screen to barely noticable, not really "always on"
@@LHNguyensOthersise there would be burn-in in under six months. Almost like it's a bad technology to use for something that's meant to be on all the time 😂
great review! just subscribe your channel, cant wait for the updates on this new coros!
Thanks!
My biggest gripe with Coros (when using the Pace 3) was that when doing track workouts, the pace had a lag and would hop around compared to Garmin. Even after purchasing the foot Pod 2, it didn’t seem to help much.
Curious if this is improved on the Pace Pro?
Sir can you also do some comparison between this coros and Garmin 265 😊 thank you
if you use separate sensor, this comment is worthless but if not, i thought coros does a better job in HR sensor for wrists but this one disappointed me. even 165 is better. in fact pace 3 is better in HR. idk software update could fix it
Still going with the standard pace, more practical and light, yeah resolution and responsiveness is not even in the same ball park, but is not like I'm gonna be playing videogames in the watch. I'm able to read the numbers and that's what I care.
With this price it’s like a 265 (on sale) and not that far from de Polar m3.
I hope we can see a comparison, because one of these three might be the next purchase
The Suunto Race S is in the same ballpark, too.
Nice, does the 265 come with maps also?
The Suunto Race S looks really nice at this price.
Hi, awesome review ! Which whatch do you recommend between this pace pro and the apex 2 pro ??
Would be nice to compare with Garmin 165 😊
Fantastic video I'm looking at upgrading my watch soon.. ..currently using the Garmin 955 would this be a good upgrade and is there any issue with pace lag etc?
Nice Des!
🙌
Will they ever do golf?
How does this fair against a Garmin Forerunner 255/955?
very good update, the price though.
Can you broadcast your heart rate with the pace pro like you can with garmin? Specifically to a bike head unit. Thank you and love the videos.
Waiting for the EK edition 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪
I need your input. I have been in an Apple Watch 3 but I can’t stand the battery life. I am a casual fitness guy who runs, hikes, jump rope, lifts weights and ski’s. I am trying to decide on the best bang for my buck and overall value. Heart rate accuracy and battery life matter to me along with decent gps….. Anyway, I was able to get a Garmin fénix 7 sapphire solar for 490 bucks on sale BUT it’s still in the box… since I am also researching the Amazfit T- Rex 3 and this watch. I care more about the overall value and a watch that will serve me well for a long time. I have also considered the coros vertix 2s. I do like the look of a slightly beefed up watch even tho my wrists are smalller.
Which watch do you think is the best deal and value ? Should I keep the Garmin fénix 7 sapphire solar that I got at a great deal ? Or should I return it and go for the amazefit t-rex3 or a coros? Any input is greatly appreciated and thank you so much for all the great content you put out for us all
Coros the best sportwatch if you like sport like that, i have amaZfit models but the gps not accurate and software is bad
Am in the market for a new watch and considering switching from Garmin too Coros. This does look really nice but I do wonder how long it will be before they release an Apex with AMOLED 🤔
They should have made the price more compelling like at $299. Cut down on stuff like 32GB internal storage... and dominated the market with lower price. At similar price to Apex $349 is $120 more than Pace 3. Price point is not amazing anymore as Pace 3 was... at $350-$450 so many other watches to choose from... Perhas offered pre-order / launch sale for $299.
Facts.
FR265 (no maps) is $450 so the competition is still pricier. The 32GB was probably to store the offline maps.
@@IT_FarhanSuunto Race S is 50.- cheaper (at least here in Germany)
@IT_Farhan I don't use MAP. You find deals on 265 for around $350.. so at same price... no brainer... Garmin smart feature of turning off watch display with covering the screen.. program / toggle at night for night mode / do not disturb... setting hidden inside... just small things on Coros was annoying. I will give both Sunto Race S and Garmin a chance... and let you know. Coros did it to themselves. as I would have never thought of watch in $350+ range if they didn't raise their price. lol
I wish RUclips Music, and Spotify would add support for Coros watches. I like Garmin watches, but they're pricier.
Good stuff. Thanks, Des. Bike nerd question: Can it connect to a power meter?
Yup, but only over Bluetooth. Thanks Ben 🤙
Which do you prefer to use more Suunto race s vs Coros pace pro?
Wonder why they put the price point same as apex 2. Maybe should set the price between apex 2 and pace 3?
Very few people will buy an Apex 2 with the Pace Pro @349$, if you lower the price you literally kill the Apex line.
Which of these two would you choose for running?
coros pace pro
suunto race s
How is the Watch compared to Garmin 265
Does Coros’ back to start feature still just use your previous plot points to guide you back? If so, it’s a no go for me. But it looks like they’re Going in the right direction.
Wish it was available in white with black bezel, like Pace 3, instead of grey
Thanks a lot! Would you go for this or the FR 265 (I dont really use maps and always run with a phone!)
Coros. I am not impressed with the 265 hr. It’s horrible when working out (weights) decent for running. But from what I have seen, the 265 is much worse than pace pro for hr tracking
Does the Pace pro have climbing (indoor and outdoor) sports as well?
Can U set watch this way? -> always on in sport and gesture in watch mode?
yes
Have they resolved the pace delay that’s been an issue on the Pace 3?
I’ve been using my pace 2 for the past 2 years now and I’m looking to upgrade. Would this be a good choice. I really like the amoled display and I think that the pace 3 is a bit too close to the pace 2 in my opinion.
Any chance to test Apple mini 4 to run Zwift , is it worth the price for this task ? Thank you in advance !
Have been waiting for the new Coros. Already bought this 😊. Just something about the Coros app/interface that makes it really enjoyable.
We think you're going to love it!
Does the PacePro have the well-known Coros Pace delay issue?
Music ? Same way as others mp3 in late 2024 ? Also does it have a microphone- speaker ( I guess NO :( ) thanks for the perfect as always review ❤
P.S music and coupling with companies like Spotify is something that is a priority in late 2024 …
MP3 is just a joke .
The reason I left COROS 😢
Hey there, we would love to integrate with Spotify and are trying to work with their team (along with other streaming services) to have a direct integration, but it is a slow process! Once we get the go ahead from a Spotify or other streaming service, we'll be sure to develop this on our end immediately to help out with listening to music directly from your watch.
@ perfect can’t wait to return back to COROS . Keep up the great job 🧡
@@COROSGlobal I know you've mentioned it is a slow process, however this has been the same update you provided earlier this year on reddit. Is there anyway you could give a more accurate timeline?
How would you compare that watch with garmin forerunner 955? i can't decide which one is better. Keep in mind i dont care about amoled dispaly, i prefer mip
What sports profile is suitable for delivery guys to track their daily work activities?
Does Coros Pace Pro have power metric?
This for the mountains,, basically an Apex variant of this and I’m sold
would you pick this or garmin forerunner 965?
Hmm , this or Suunto Race S ????
Are the pace 3 wrist straps interchangeable with the pace pro? They both appear to be 22mm but I can't find any info on if they are totally compatible
I’d still pick the Suunto Race S over this one. Looks much better
Finally, an AMOLED! I've always admired Coros for its design and brand, while Garmin tends to be too pricey. Plus, the MIP display is definitely a dealbreaker for me.
How do you listen to music with an iPhone?
how about topo map on coros pace pro?
Is the watch the forerunner 265 killer?
Nah
@@amirtz3342what about 165? Cant decide between pace pro and fr165z.
can you mount this gorgeous rubber Band in a garmin 165? 😬
Doesn’t work, it’s wider (20 vs 22). Additionally, it doesn’t work in a 265 either (just tried)
@@DesFitthanks for the help, be safe your mountain bike videos are scary
Amezfit t-rex 3 review
You may have noticed some T-Rex 3 data in this video ;)
Why you almost never speak about the smart watch functions in more details? Including notifications.. 😢
Love my Pace 3 and surprisingly I’ve gotten used to the MIP display. Amoled will likely be a great medium for those who have been looking to jump ship from Garmin but this watch just looks like a toy. That’s one downside with this one and some of their more colorful watches, the plastic used looks so toylike that it’s hard to justify the increased price point in my opinion. Also those colorful back buttons don’t help lol. Like just make it a neutral color if you want some contrast. Or make the buttons changeable.
Does this watch show vo2max?
im happy with me pace3 ~ ^^
A fleeting glance is all you need when gasping for breath during training. So, all that is needed is a screen that does not turn off, dims or anything else that requires specific motion to activate it which also lags a lot as seen on the video.
Also, why would you torture yourself scrolling and reading through data on tiny screen (mip or amoled) as if we still live on early 2000? Use the phone app or your home computer/laptop...
Does it have pay function?
Sadly, no.
Can I listen music and attend phone call in this version
Will there be a watch face with second time zone? Does anyone know?
Is this better than the garmin 265?
Just used the Pace Pro today after using the Forerunner 265 for the last year and found the GPS is more accurate. It was a running activity on my normal route.
Would you pick Sunto Race S or Coros Pace Pro? ALSO WHICH APP is better? -> After much research for me. Garmin 265 is what I am going to with HRM-PRo PLUS HRM. Recover info that takes into account sleep and font size control, display off with palm on screen. Music is a bonus. So all in all - Garmin does things I care about better than Coros Pace Pro & Sunto Race S
Pace 3 Pro finally launched.. but no launch day promo? Price is right in the middle.... and even can consider some Garmin watch at thtat price.
Clown you
They should give us Apex 3 already
this or forerunner 965?
If price is not a consideration the 965 has more features
Test Huawei GT5.
I’d be interested if it had a 26mm band. For some reason 26mm is a must for me. 🙃
Imo : the step counter in coros is problem, it's not an accurate as garmin
I just bought pace 3 a mknth ago………😑😑😑😑
Very disappointed in the pricing. This should be at $450 cad and not $500 cad. Plus I will still need to buy a nylon strap.
I thought this would be the watch I upgraded to but now I'm back to the Race S.
Also in Canada here, and just upgraded to Pace 3 instead of this today.
There are a ton of Coros athletes that have codes for a free watchband with any watch purchase which you could use to get a Nylon band. (Try JOE or SAGE)
Nice!
Cool but odd product. I definitely wouldn't trade my Pace 3 for this as it's a step backwards in the most important areas (size / weight / battery life). A lot of us still prefer MIP over AMOLED too. It might be a nice alternative for the Apex crowd though as it's still really light.
uuuugh amoled and its terrible standby time...
this is almost the perfect watch, it blows the Pace 3 out of the water in every aspect except standby battery life. like, I get it, it's a sports watch, features and hours of gnss are the most important thing here, I appreciate it can shrug off an ultra for me but I'm not running ultras every day! what I do every day and night is wear this thing.
I want a half affordable 30-days watch! not up to 30 days if you turn everything off to the point it's an F91W with a better display, I want a 30-days watch that will track hr and steps and log in 30 hours of gnss during these 30 days.
am I the only person that forgets to charge their watch but doesn't have the budget for a Vertix? lol
Garmin's Instinct 2 series line might be a potential suitor if you fancy the old school Casio look.
50€ more expensive in europe, they can keep it
US price is before tax
@@QuentinAub yes, incl tax there is a 50 euro difference +-
Looks cheap.
Too expensive
Leaving my disdain for Amoled aside, a £350 watch should look better than that. The giant Coros branding is an eye sore.