The thing is, whenever you have a true smartwatch or sports company watch on your wrist, you never fell like it is anything special. (unless you have a garmin Marq) Even the Fenix 6 that I purchased left me feeling very underwhelmed after a few weeks. G Shocks are just awesome watches period. When you put one on, it just feels special, well built, incredible looking especially the analoge connected watches.
I bought this watch just for the solar charge and to tell the time... the other features are just a bonus for me... and here in Australia, we get plenty of sunlight, I've had mine for 3 weeks now and it is still fully charged. I'm very happy with it and by the way Mate, GREAT REVIEW 👍
Couldn’t agree more. I’m so done with the ‘charge me every day’ smart watches. Really addicted to the Casio Tough Solar which so far has worked very well. Nice to have a run profile and heart rate monitor at the push of a button. But sure, multi-sport people should just go with Polar as they’ve been doing multi sport for decades, but that’s just not a pressing need for most of us who just want to get/stay fit.
It looks heaps more flex than garmin watches. That is why I like it. Appreciate the feedback from a pure running perspective but the fact that this thing will last decades, go deep sea diving and looks awesome is worth it to me
It has taken me so long to become acquainted and comfortable with my Garmin I will stay with it as long as possible. It does bring back fond (or not) memories of Navy boot camp when they issued us with one of the old G shocks and told us to put it on our left wrists and never take it off. The old watches were practically indestructible. Great demonstration though.
@@JeremyQuinn Yes sir I went to boot camp in September of 1983. Back then they cost 12$ at the Navy Exchange and you could literally hammer nails with them. My first one got filled with water while water skiing and never stopped keeping time.
Extremely detailed watch review. Glad I watched, I was very intrigued to see a new running watch. I’m not in the market for one now but I’ll keep this is mind for the future. Thanks Andy!
Wristband adapters are available so you can put any type of band you'd like. They are very affordable and make the G Shock style watches more comfortable and stylish. 🎽👍✌
I like my Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music. It keeps my tunes going and tracks me running, swimming, and biking. Plus the watch connects with my phone to keep me updated on messages, calls, and emails.
Thanks Andy for the honest review, i have a basic Garmin forerunner 235 which appears to have a far bigger working screen, the screen compared to the size of the cassio looks out of proportion there is to much going on around the edge, Id also say my Garmin i wear 24/7 and looks discreet no matter what im doing or wearing from running kit to evening wear.
Not sure the part about heart rate compared to the Garmin is fair. You used a chest strap witih the Garmin which is obviously more accurate. I think that the Casio was pretty good then if it was off by 6 beats. Chest straps also make that watch more expensive with the Garmin Fenix 6 you compared costing $550 in the US.
I hope they will give this an overhaul. I would absolutely get it, because I love Casio. But the biggest benefit of a running watch for me is not having to take anything else out. Clunkyness doesn't bother me but I need music.
Great review Andy,kudos to Casio for there efforts to joining the smart watch era,but unless your a diehard g-shock fan, I doubt if this will draw many runners from there Garmin etc.
I upgraded to the Fenix 6 Pro Sapphire. I went Sapphire to remove the need for extra screen protectors. Already very pleased with it so no Casio for me. Also, I do more than just run so the Casio is a fail there unfortunately. It's definitely a marmite watch in appearance!
@@runningchannel Last week in a hurry The screen on my 735XT started coming away from the body. Would have liked to have got it repaired as it still works but found the Fenix 6 Sapphire at a very good price and it was delivered next day. A bit overkill for my needs but a very very good watch. Hope to get the 735XT fixed eventually.
I have one of these, also have a Garmin Instinct. As a cycling watch, the Instinct wins hands down. The solar power doesn't do much for you if you use the Casio regularly; also it's bulkier, heavier and more expensive. But as a fun holiday watch, it's great.
It will be virtually indestructible though... for a purist running watch there are better options out there, but if you want a beater watch that can survive anything you chuck at it, which can double as a running watch, it’s probably the best option. Definitely some easy improvements they could make though, so hopefully the second gen ones will be better from a running angle
I'm a big G Shock fan and the appeal of this is to have one watch instead of two. I currently use a Suunto Ambit 3 for running which I really like but I will only wear it for running. Normal G Shocks use resin straps but I understand this is uses polyurethane which is a lot softer and more silicone like. Is the strap really that uncomfortable?
Great Review Andy, I’m a G shock fan have a few but I wouldn’t use it for running because of the strap /fit. I know from wearing gshocks it can be uncomfortable. I’m garmin all the way lol
The Running Channel , people appreciate an honest review like yours ,I think when something is “sponsored “ the review can be a little less critical. Good job tho!
Thank you, such a good review, very honest and thorough! Polar Grit X in the last review sounds great and I would try and get that when the cost goes down after a year or two and my Garmin vivosport had its day. Vivosport is still going strong for this runner who hasn't reached the half-marathon milestone. It got all I need and not much more but at a great price. Another review on a good budget running watch?
@@runningchannel Yes, but it hasn't been released in my country (India) yet due to the Covid-19 pandemic (with overseas flight restrictions in place I can't even import it). Once it's released I will be the first in line to buy it!
3 samsung whatches is dead now and i just want somthing that cold live tru my life style so i baught Gbd- H1000 and damn i dont regret it just a beast :=)
I have the gbd100. It's quite smaller and it uses just the acceleration sensor to measure distance and pace. I really love it. Its 140Euro and I use it for running and swimming.
A fair question! I didn't specifically mention it in the video, but I have compared using the Garmin (both wrist-based and HR strap based) heart rate measurements with several other watches and strap (Wahoo, another Garmin watch and the Coros Apex Pro for example) and found them to be broadly consistent with one another (with some variation as you would expect, and the chest straps giving me the most consistent readings). In comparison with this group, the Casio's HR reading varied more (ie was more erratic), and measured high for average and max heart rate each time I used it. Similarly with the GPS, I've never had any reason to doubt the Garmin's accuracy, as it has consistently recorded distances within a few hundredths of a mile of the other watches I mentioned, so simply wanted to give an idea of how the Casio compared to an established brand & watch. Hope that's useful! Andy
This is a cool looking watch. I like a big watch for readability purposes, but the more articles I read and great videos like this that I watch, the more I learn this G Shock is half-baked on features and usefulness. Everyone says the heart rate is skewed too high which affects other things. It's only one sport/profile. Now to hear it takes some time to even acquire a signal....ugh. I have one arriving in a couple days and can't wait to see the size. I think I'm more after just getting a unique looking watch (I don't have any other G Shocks but have used them in the past) to keep my Tactix Delta company and be a backup watch.
Many thanks for your concise report it was very helpful as I am thinking about buying one. In Thailand where I live it costs Baht 14,900 which is about US$ 458 ? again, many thanks. Cheers Neil
I like the G Shock brand, it's a great product, but I think there are better options for the people who actually want these features. The durability of a G Shock is fantastic, and will beat any other watch, but do you need that durability for a watch targeted to this specific purpose? ALTHOUGH, for someone who wants one watch to use for their running AND be practical for the rest of their day, maybe the corners that are cut for the fitness part are an acceptable trade off.
Great review Andy, but i will wait until gshock figures out how to more accurately measure heart rate. I love the watch, but i need more in the ball park figures.I would like to know do you have to carry your phone for accurate GPS tracking on that watch? You had yours just inquiring and thanks again sir
Thanks for the review. Think I will stick with Garmin. I had a casio watch before my first Garmin and I hated it. It looks massive and chunky compared to the forerunner.
I would have compared this to my Garmin Instinct but my instinct has both the compact rugged look and a more mature user interface and better app. Sorry Casio
nice review. I just got one from Amazon. I'm a big fan of G shock and Pro trek line. But, but.. my impression to this watch is too much, too many.. good to have one for collection nothing more than that.
I can vouch for the clarity of display on a Garmin Fenix 6. I am registered blind with very limited vision but I can use the watch effectively in most circumstances. Clearly not all but I only need to know time and distance when I am actually running.
25x25 mm round screen. Digits are huge, compared to mid-sized G-Shocks, however indeed, not as big as you'd expect by the external size of the watch. Solar cells are fitted as a ring around the screen, hence occupying space. Contrast is great though and I can read the time from it from several meters - time on the main screen has ca. 6 mm high digits.
Hi Andy, great review and thanks for sharing! Do you know if you can disable the heart-rate function all together i.e. when you are running, you are simply tracking distance/time/pace, etc? Thanks!
Is the data from this watch only apply to the Casio Move app? I would hope that the heart rate can be used in other apps like the Nike run club, personally prefer this one aesthetically though.
Please can you tell me is this watch good? I prepare to buy that and I planning use it for everyday plus running, so what is a better option g shock gbdh1000 or a one of Garmin and witch one Garmin? Thanks a.lot.
I have and it is great for the money. Fast gps lock ,great gps accuracy and perfect heart rate monitoring in running and even in gym and boxing sessions. Totally recommend that
Since the review, I've experimented with different settings, and found with HR on, and using as normal watch, I've been getting more than the 66 hours Casio claim in the specs, but have also been outside in the sunshine a reasonable amount. Andy
I own one for 2 weeks now. Like everything about this watch except the notification. I will keep posting about the annoying notification system until Casio fix it. Let us have quick access to the notification and read the content when it arrives.
hey Kit - do you know if you can disable the heart rate function all together? I'm looking at this watch for ultra running but am not interested in the heart-rate function. Thanks!
Just receved it today...not heavy at all, and screen is very readable with massive numbers. I'm not a runner but very active person and G-Shock fan. This whatch is a great G-Shock line continuation and evolution. I think they are little bit overpriced, I would gladly pay around £200 for this watch but it is what it is...however never regret of this purchase.
If only they made a smart watch minus sports and minus total rugged! Solar for charging all I want is notifications calls and hiking! So once again I’m a postie and want a watch that is self powered???
You must be permanently set in a region otherwise the clock will not work at Parameters😏and will give you errors regarding the Satellite connection😏 I am Romanian and I work in the UK I bought the watch but I send it back because when I move to Romania I can no longer use the watch because it is registered/UK!
It gives a reliable sense of schedule because the videos come out on the same days and times each week. It also creates a sense of community as they can communicate with their viewers on the live chat which in theory, creates excitement for the viewers making them look forward to each new video.Hope this helps👍👍
To be fair, the wrist-based heart rate monitor on my Garmin is nothing to write home about. If I forget to use my chest strap, I get some annoyingly high heart rate data.
The Running Channel I have an FR945. I wear it reasonably tight on my non-dominant wrist but it would probably benefit from being one notch tighter if I was going to use wrist-based monitoring. I use a Stryd footpod to improve distance/speed accuracy. My main complaint with Garmin is that they never appear to respond to customer concerns. Two issues that I’m aware of is the inability to set a sleep target (it’s not that good at detecting sleep, so that doesn’t bother me) and the fact that it won’t take power from the Stryd. Annoyingly, the native Garmin screen displays the target power but won’t show an actual reading.
Hey Ed. It depends how into your training you are. If you want to run based on heartrate the HR data is obviously useful. VO2 Max is also a good indication of your fitness levels, so a good one to track progress
You could use it for cycling, and it would be capable of recording GPS and HR, but it is squarely aimed at runners with the dedicated Run button, and the fact that you can only customise the data fields for one activity - but I suppose if your only activity is cycling then that would be ok! It's worth noting that due to the screen size it might be hard to read on a bike whilst also concentrating on the road or trail. Andy
Please review the Garmin Fenix 6 Solar. I would buy this watch once will be released by August 2020 for my upcoming 74 mile ultra-trail race in Cappadocia, Turkey.
I got one. I can't seem to get any calorie numbers. no daily, not in log, no totals. been hiking and cycling. And i can't find anything in the manual about how to get it to start recording calories. anybody know?
I think the first port of call would be to check the Heart Rate is recording during those activities, as that's the sensor data that will be used to calculate the calories. Let us know if that helps. Andy
The Running Channel I have Casio for my trekking and running just to see the time and there is no issue with battery (Solar powered) and the band is still perfect in shape.
I don't get the use of Premier when you can see other videos about the same thing already on RUclips, if it's exclusive to this channel and only this channel then that would make sense.
t gives a reliable sense of schedule because the videos come out on the same days and times each week. It also creates a sense of community as they can communicate with their viewers on the live chat which in theory, creates excitement for the viewers making them look forward to each new video.Hope this helps👍👍
Sorry you feel this way about the premier feature, we will discuss how we will use the feature moving forward! Thank you for the feedback, we appreciate it!
You should never compare gshock watch with other brands..... GShock is made for different breed of customers and fans ... I have already ordered this watch and this is going to be third GShock including one Mud Master and Gulf Master.....
We wanted to do this first look video because this GShock is a competitor in the running watch market, but we do understand that the customers and fans of GShock are much broader than just the running community 😊
![NEW G-SHOCK MOVE (GBD-H1000) - Complete Solar Powered Fitness Watch [HR, GPS, Thermometer]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/sIuwh7WXFXY/mqdefault.jpg)
The thing is, whenever you have a true smartwatch or sports company watch on your wrist, you never fell like it is anything special. (unless you have a garmin Marq) Even the Fenix 6 that I purchased left me feeling very underwhelmed after a few weeks. G Shocks are just awesome watches period. When you put one on, it just feels special, well built, incredible looking especially the analoge connected watches.
I bought this watch just for the solar charge and to tell the time... the other features are just a bonus for me... and here in Australia, we get plenty of sunlight, I've had mine for 3 weeks now and it is still fully charged. I'm very happy with it and by the way Mate, GREAT REVIEW 👍
Ah that is awesome! Glad you liked the review!
Couldn’t agree more. I’m so done with the ‘charge me every day’ smart watches. Really addicted to the Casio Tough Solar which so far has worked very well. Nice to have a run profile and heart rate monitor at the push of a button. But sure, multi-sport people should just go with Polar as they’ve been doing multi sport for decades, but that’s just not a pressing need for most of us who just want to get/stay fit.
It looks heaps more flex than garmin watches. That is why I like it. Appreciate the feedback from a pure running perspective but the fact that this thing will last decades, go deep sea diving and looks awesome is worth it to me
I have a pathfinder Casio that is solar powered still running from 2007. They run forever.
Man, what happened to the simple days of just going out to run? (without all this electronic stuff)
They gone!!
It has taken me so long to become acquainted and comfortable with my Garmin I will stay with it as long as possible. It does bring back fond (or not) memories of Navy boot camp when they issued us with one of the old G shocks and told us to put it on our left wrists and never take it off. The old watches were practically indestructible. Great demonstration though.
what year did they do that in boot camp? USN?
@@JeremyQuinn Yes sir I went to boot camp in September of 1983. Back then they cost 12$ at the Navy Exchange and you could literally hammer nails with them. My first one got filled with water while water skiing and never stopped keeping time.
Extremely detailed watch review. Glad I watched, I was very intrigued to see a new running watch. I’m not in the market for one now but I’ll keep this is mind for the future. Thanks Andy!
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Wristband adapters are available so you can put any type of band you'd like. They are very affordable and make the G Shock style watches more comfortable and stylish. 🎽👍✌
I like my Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music. It keeps my tunes going and tracks me running, swimming, and biking. Plus the watch connects with my phone to keep me updated on messages, calls, and emails.
Thanks for the review. I am a big gshock fan but I don’t have the money to purchase it now. Hopefully some time later.
Love my Garmin fr945 & Samsung Active 2, but still gonna get this beast because of the look
Let us know how you like it!
Thanks Andy for the honest review, i have a basic Garmin forerunner 235 which appears to have a far bigger working screen, the screen compared to the size of the cassio looks out of proportion there is to much going on around the edge,
Id also say my Garmin i wear 24/7 and looks discreet no matter what im doing or wearing from running kit to evening wear.
No problem 👍Thanks for sharing!
Not sure the part about heart rate compared to the Garmin is fair. You used a chest strap witih the Garmin which is obviously more accurate. I think that the Casio was pretty good then if it was off by 6 beats. Chest straps also make that watch more expensive with the Garmin Fenix 6 you compared costing $550 in the US.
Pesonally, the fenix line from garmin do everything perfectly for me, as an ultra runner.😁
Good to know!
As an ultra runner, what are your thoughts on Coros Apex?
Me too, I love my Garmin Marq Athlete
I agree - but you're talking about a $1000 watch =O wow.
It is a good watch.👍 lightweight, low profile, sleek design and great battery life!👍 definitely worth it for me.
I hope they will give this an overhaul. I would absolutely get it, because I love Casio. But the biggest benefit of a running watch for me is not having to take anything else out. Clunkyness doesn't bother me but I need music.
Great review Andy,kudos to Casio for there efforts to joining the smart watch era,but unless your a diehard g-shock fan, I doubt if this will draw many runners from there Garmin etc.
Thanks for watching! It was great to test out!
I upgraded to the Fenix 6 Pro Sapphire. I went Sapphire to remove the need for extra screen protectors. Already very pleased with it so no Casio for me. Also, I do more than just run so the Casio is a fail there unfortunately.
It's definitely a marmite watch in appearance!
Nice choice, when did you upgrade? Thanks for watching this review!
@@runningchannel Last week in a hurry The screen on my 735XT started coming away from the body. Would have liked to have got it repaired as it still works but found the Fenix 6 Sapphire at a very good price and it was delivered next day.
A bit overkill for my needs but a very very good watch.
Hope to get the 735XT fixed eventually.
@@michaelgoode9555 x2 screen protectors for £8.99 from Amazon and do not need Sapphire at all.... Fenix 6 Sapphire to expensive for what it is...
I have one of these, also have a Garmin Instinct. As a cycling watch, the Instinct wins hands down. The solar power doesn't do much for you if you use the Casio regularly; also it's bulkier, heavier and more expensive. But as a fun holiday watch, it's great.
Does the gps and sensors work while cycling? Thanks
Doesn’t sound great does it 🤔 not a premier fitness watch , stick to my forerunner thanks for the review though 👌🏻
Thanks for watching!
It will be virtually indestructible though... for a purist running watch there are better options out there, but if you want a beater watch that can survive anything you chuck at it, which can double as a running watch, it’s probably the best option. Definitely some easy improvements they could make though, so hopefully the second gen ones will be better from a running angle
I dig mine
I'm a big G Shock fan and the appeal of this is to have one watch instead of two. I currently use a Suunto Ambit 3 for running which I really like but I will only wear it for running. Normal G Shocks use resin straps but I understand this is uses polyurethane which is a lot softer and more silicone like. Is the strap really that uncomfortable?
Great Review Andy, I’m a G shock fan have a few but I wouldn’t use it for running because of the strap /fit. I know from wearing gshocks it can be uncomfortable. I’m garmin all the way lol
Thanks for watching! Yeah it's good to way the pros and cons before investing! Nice choice!
The Running Channel , people appreciate an honest review like yours ,I think when something is “sponsored “ the review can be a little less critical. Good job tho!
Thank you, such a good review, very honest and thorough! Polar Grit X in the last review sounds great and I would try and get that when the cost goes down after a year or two and my Garmin vivosport had its day. Vivosport is still going strong for this runner who hasn't reached the half-marathon milestone. It got all I need and not much more but at a great price.
Another review on a good budget running watch?
Thanks for the suggestion! We will look into that for our next review 😊
You don't buy a G-SHOCK if you want a smartwatch, you buy it because you need a watch that will outlast all other watches on sale
Thanks for the insight! They are definitely built to last! Will you be buying the GBD-H1000?
@@runningchannel Yes, but it hasn't been released in my country (India) yet due to the Covid-19 pandemic (with overseas flight restrictions in place I can't even import it). Once it's released I will be the first in line to buy it!
3 samsung whatches is dead now and i just want somthing that cold live tru my life style so i baught Gbd- H1000 and damn i dont regret it just a beast :=)
@@Norgesbeste1 I also bought the GBD-H1000 a couple of months ago, and it is simply amazing and tough as a rock
I have the gbd100. It's quite smaller and it uses just the acceleration sensor to measure distance and pace. I really love it. Its 140Euro and I use it for running and swimming.
Nice!
Why are you assuming the Garmin is more accurate on everything and in particular the heart rate monitor?
A fair question! I didn't specifically mention it in the video, but I have compared using the Garmin (both wrist-based and HR strap based) heart rate measurements with several other watches and strap (Wahoo, another Garmin watch and the Coros Apex Pro for example) and found them to be broadly consistent with one another (with some variation as you would expect, and the chest straps giving me the most consistent readings). In comparison with this group, the Casio's HR reading varied more (ie was more erratic), and measured high for average and max heart rate each time I used it. Similarly with the GPS, I've never had any reason to doubt the Garmin's accuracy, as it has consistently recorded distances within a few hundredths of a mile of the other watches I mentioned, so simply wanted to give an idea of how the Casio compared to an established brand & watch. Hope that's useful! Andy
@@runningchannel thank you! Makes sense.
This is a cool looking watch. I like a big watch for readability purposes, but the more articles I read and great videos like this that I watch, the more I learn this G Shock is half-baked on features and usefulness. Everyone says the heart rate is skewed too high which affects other things. It's only one sport/profile. Now to hear it takes some time to even acquire a signal....ugh. I have one arriving in a couple days and can't wait to see the size. I think I'm more after just getting a unique looking watch (I don't have any other G Shocks but have used them in the past) to keep my Tactix Delta company and be a backup watch.
Thanks for the comment Mark! Let us know how you get on with the watch!
And?
At 381 beans, the red one has become my grail watch!......one day i will have thee!!😂😂😂😂
Many thanks for your concise report it was very helpful as I am thinking about buying one. In Thailand where I live it costs Baht 14,900 which is about US$ 458 ? again, many thanks. Cheers Neil
I like the G Shock brand, it's a great product, but I think there are better options for the people who actually want these features. The durability of a G Shock is fantastic, and will beat any other watch, but do you need that durability for a watch targeted to this specific purpose?
ALTHOUGH, for someone who wants one watch to use for their running AND be practical for the rest of their day, maybe the corners that are cut for the fitness part are an acceptable trade off.
Good honest review
Glad you liked it!
I have one and am training the heck out of it.
Great review Andy, but i will wait until gshock figures out how to more accurately measure heart rate. I love the watch, but i need more in the ball park figures.I would like to know do you have to carry your phone for accurate GPS tracking on that watch? You had yours just inquiring and thanks again sir
Thanks for the review. Think I will stick with Garmin. I had a casio watch before my first Garmin and I hated it. It looks massive and chunky compared to the forerunner.
Fair enough! Thanks for watching 😊
I hate running but like the video. Interested in this watch for walking.
Hope you found it helpful!
I would have compared this to my Garmin Instinct but my instinct has both the compact rugged look and a more mature user interface and better app. Sorry Casio
And trackbacks ...
Hello andy.. Do a g shock asics collab review and also the runmetrix app.. much appreciated.. love from malaysia
nice review.
I just got one from Amazon. I'm a big fan of G shock and Pro trek line.
But, but.. my impression to this watch is too much, too many.. good to have one for collection nothing more than that.
Thanks for sharing!
Does it have large display? I have reading glasses. Hence I need something with big display while I am on my run.
Andy did point out that the display isn't as big as you would expect for a watch that size! You may find this one too small.
I can vouch for the clarity of display on a Garmin Fenix 6. I am registered blind with very limited vision but I can use the watch effectively in most circumstances. Clearly not all but I only need to know time and distance when I am actually running.
25x25 mm round screen. Digits are huge, compared to mid-sized G-Shocks, however indeed, not as big as you'd expect by the external size of the watch. Solar cells are fitted as a ring around the screen, hence occupying space. Contrast is great though and I can read the time from it from several meters - time on the main screen has ca. 6 mm high digits.
Hi Andy, great review and thanks for sharing! Do you know if you can disable the heart-rate function all together i.e. when you are running, you are simply tracking distance/time/pace, etc? Thanks!
You can find all of the heart rate specs here: www.casio-intl.com/asia/en/news/2020/0226_gbd-h1000/ :)
Very good review! Informative and well balanced. Greetings from Europe 🙂
Glad you enjoyed it!
Is the data from this watch only apply to the Casio Move app? I would hope that the heart rate can be used in other apps like the Nike run club, personally prefer this one aesthetically though.
How about compare this with Samsung active? Which one is better?
Please can you tell me is this watch good? I prepare to buy that and I planning use it for everyday plus running, so what is a better option g shock gbdh1000 or a one of Garmin and witch one Garmin?
Thanks a.lot.
Good honest review , nice one 👏👏
Thanks for watching!
Big watch, but the screen to body ratio is too small and the OS is very basic in presentation style, it could be more modern.
I'll stick to my Garmin.
Fair enough!
runners have small wrists, so watches like fenix-x or this casio are a bit off. The optimum size is max 47mm at a weight of 60grams
Have you try the Amazfit T-Rex?
I have and it is great for the money. Fast gps lock ,great gps accuracy and perfect heart rate monitoring in running and even in gym and boxing sessions. Totally recommend that
Nice review, what battery life are you getting with HR 24/7 ?
Thanks and greetings from Germany
Since the review, I've experimented with different settings, and found with HR on, and using as normal watch, I've been getting more than the 66 hours Casio claim in the specs, but have also been outside in the sunshine a reasonable amount. Andy
@@runningchannel thanks Andy,
Meaning the solar charging does contribute considerably, not like on the fenix 6 solar where it is more of a gimmick
Does it record the "Workout" training? Does the app shows calories burned, etc for this option?
Can I set it up so that it calculates 1km lap splits? Also is there a way to set it up for intervals runs so it does say 400m splits ?
I took mine for the first test run today but on the app, it shows all other details but the map. How do I see the map on the app?
I just don't see the point in using a smart watch for heart rate. If you want to you need a chest strap linked otherwise the accuracy is far off
Is it having antimagnetic features and any mud protection at all?
I own one for 2 weeks now. Like everything about this watch except the notification. I will keep posting about the annoying notification system until Casio fix it. Let us have quick access to the notification and read the content when it arrives.
Thanks for sharing!
hey Kit - do you know if you can disable the heart rate function all together? I'm looking at this watch for ultra running but am not interested in the heart-rate function. Thanks!
Great watch, but can't touch a Polar. Less is more Casio, less is more!
Hi Andy, do you know if there’s a way to connect this watch to Strava? Cheers
Desfit says it doesn’t work inside, did you actually try it? 😊
Why don't they use color amoled screens like other watches?
Cool
What SNS website would make this watch work???
9:35 Hey man, would love if you can spell out other fitness watches in that price range.
I'm cross-shopping this and the Garmin Instinct solar.
Stay tuned, Kien - we have a full round up of gps watches in all price categories coming your way on Sunday! 👀
Very nice video. Thanks
Very welcome!
Ha! Sounds pretty poor. Will it upload to Strava?
No surprise HR isn't as accurate as a chest strap :)
Strava and googlefit upload ok
3 minute wait for gps to connect however.
Yeah I was disappointed. Hopefully there is a software update soon.
I have had mine connect within 30 seconds mostly. A few times I had to wait a couple of minutes, it may depend on where you are.
I had it connect in under a minute once. the rest of the time it takes forever. i end up starting w/o GPS
Very big and heavy but a tiny screen relative to the watch size. Not for me I’m afraid.
Fair enough!
Just receved it today...not heavy at all, and screen is very readable with massive numbers. I'm not a runner but very active person and G-Shock fan. This whatch is a great G-Shock line continuation and evolution. I think they are little bit overpriced, I would gladly pay around £200 for this watch but it is what it is...however never regret of this purchase.
Does it link up to strava?
How do you set up the VO2 max. I just can't figure it out
If only they made a smart watch minus sports and minus total rugged!
Solar for charging all I want is notifications calls and hiking!
So once again I’m a postie and want a watch that is self powered???
How does the Garmin heart rate work on your wrist?
You must be permanently set in a region otherwise the clock will not work at Parameters😏and will give you errors regarding the Satellite connection😏
I am Romanian and I work in the UK
I bought the watch but I send it back because when I move to Romania I can no longer use the watch because it is registered/UK!
does it work with strava?
Cheers
No problem!
What about sleep and and stress tracking? Is that include in?
Nope
How can i get a map on my g-shock move?
What’s the point of making a premier time???
It gives a reliable sense of schedule because the videos come out on the same days and times each week. It also creates a sense of community as they can communicate with their viewers on the live chat which in theory, creates excitement for the viewers making them look forward to each new video.Hope this helps👍👍
It gives everyone a sneak peak of what is coming up today!
If I don’t use the spirts mode etc I just want joking and notifications would the solar keep it charged??
Yes that's right, it also charges from fluorescent light indoors as well!
Also nice if I could change face with stainless steel guys any mods??
Is running harmful to the knees? Some people say that running damages the knees and causes pain in the knees.
Check out our video all about running and your knees here: ruclips.net/video/jUG3mAdrIUU/видео.html
@@runningchannel thank you sir
To be fair, the wrist-based heart rate monitor on my Garmin is nothing to write home about. If I forget to use my chest strap, I get some annoyingly high heart rate data.
Good info to know, thanks! Which Garmin do you use?
The Running Channel I have an FR945. I wear it reasonably tight on my non-dominant wrist but it would probably benefit from being one notch tighter if I was going to use wrist-based monitoring. I use a Stryd footpod to improve distance/speed accuracy. My main complaint with Garmin is that they never appear to respond to customer concerns. Two issues that I’m aware of is the inability to set a sleep target (it’s not that good at detecting sleep, so that doesn’t bother me) and the fact that it won’t take power from the Stryd. Annoyingly, the native Garmin screen displays the target power but won’t show an actual reading.
With running watches, is the HR data and vo2 max information useful?
Hey Ed. It depends how into your training you are. If you want to run based on heartrate the HR data is obviously useful. VO2 Max is also a good indication of your fitness levels, so a good one to track progress
@@runningchannel thanks, appreciated as always 😀
38, I'm poor apparently!! Only a starting point
Is it good for cycling
You could use it for cycling, and it would be capable of recording GPS and HR, but it is squarely aimed at runners with the dedicated Run button, and the fact that you can only customise the data fields for one activity - but I suppose if your only activity is cycling then that would be ok! It's worth noting that due to the screen size it might be hard to read on a bike whilst also concentrating on the road or trail. Andy
How do you access the web app? I tried searching Google but nothing comes up for me.
Try cws.casio-intl.com/ hopefully that should allow you to login with your Casio ID. Hope that helps!
Please review the Garmin Fenix 6 Solar. I would buy this watch once will be released by August 2020 for my upcoming 74 mile ultra-trail race in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Thanks for the suggestion! Will see what we can do 😊
Garmin cannot be beaten imo
It is a firm favourite amongst the running community!
beaten not a good word mate :) I'm sure if you will do crash test of your Garmine and G-Shock your Garmine will loose :)
Price
Another ace video by you, mint running channel, sound ok, not that great at all, thanks for that,
Thanks 👍
If GShock gets this right, im ditching Garmin.
I got one. I can't seem to get any calorie numbers. no daily, not in log, no totals. been hiking and cycling. And i can't find anything in the manual about how to get it to start recording calories. anybody know?
I think the first port of call would be to check the Heart Rate is recording during those activities, as that's the sensor data that will be used to calculate the calories. Let us know if that helps. Andy
@@runningchannel I'm getting HR data. have compared to my fitbit and seems to match up. but still no calorie numbers.
Breaking news. Garmin just sealed Casio's GPS coffin with the Instinct Solar. Casio will have to play the catchup game all over again now.
With price it already has
Is band replaceable ?
I'm not certain. It's not a quick release band, but there are screws to remove it as far as I can tell. Sorry I can't be more help! Andy
The Running Channel I have Casio for my trekking and running just to see the time and there is no issue with battery (Solar powered) and the band is still perfect in shape.
Glad you reviewed it. Glad I didn’t buy it. Thanks
Glad to help!
I don't get the use of Premier when you can see other videos about the same thing already on RUclips, if it's exclusive to this channel and only this channel then that would make sense.
t gives a reliable sense of schedule because the videos come out on the same days and times each week. It also creates a sense of community as they can communicate with their viewers on the live chat which in theory, creates excitement for the viewers making them look forward to each new video.Hope this helps👍👍
Sorry you feel this way about the premier feature, we will discuss how we will use the feature moving forward! Thank you for the feedback, we appreciate it!
it's not about exclusivity, it's just to let people know there's a video coming up at this time, a lot of youtubers do this
The biggest problem is the Huawei gps....
I haven’t had a Casio watch in 30 years. Feeing old now 🤣
They're such a classic!
You should never compare gshock watch with other brands..... GShock is made for different breed of customers and fans ...
I have already ordered this watch and this is going to be third GShock including one Mud Master and Gulf Master.....
We wanted to do this first look video because this GShock is a competitor in the running watch market, but we do understand that the customers and fans of GShock are much broader than just the running community 😊
Give it to me
the app looks like it was inspired by Garmin connect :D
Like if you agree.
Not just inspired. Same service provider and app developer. It's mentioned in several reviews :)
Hi
Hello!
love8
🙌
What is your wrist size??? “Skinny” is what?
Hi, good question! My wrist measures 16cm around the bit where I wear my watch. Hope that is useful! Andy
@@runningchannel great to know. Thanks a lot👍
Great vid BTW. I liked and subscribed.