Hey Tester Mike, thank you for sharing the features of the COROS PACE 3 with your audience. We hope to continue to introduce new features, updates, and improvements to our products 💪
My Coros Pace 2 gives false HR reading when running, sometimes it jumps high and stay there, and sometimes it falls low while i'am on high intensity..Weird since last firmware update.
I’ve been using the COROS Pace 3 for a couple of weeks; it’s my first sports watch. It has been excellent, providing everything I wanted in a running watch. I have a chest strap and use it, but the heart rate monitoring from the watch has been spot on. The battery life is so good. I’m currently at a week and a half since charging, and I’ve done around nine or so hours of running (only using All Systems On mode, not duel band), but the GPS has been acceptable in the areas I’m running with no tall buildings around. The app and training hub are great. Very happy with my purchase.
I switch between COROS and Garmin, I think for the training metrics the COROS Pace 3 wins for the price in my opinion. The 165 is definitely missing the training features the 265 has, but of course that’s reflected in the price! Great for a new runner or someone who isn’t fussed about the extra features.
Love my recently purchased GFR 165. Amoled display is outstanding. GPS and heart monitor accuracy spot on. Customization of main watch face has many standard options and colors. I’m so glad I chose this over other models. 😊
Got the Pace 3 about a month ago, for me the price was hard to beat, love the watch so far! The biggest factor in my decision was seeing Coros support older hardware for longer, hopefully that continues!
Sold my Apple Watch and went for the Pace 3. The only thing that was swaying me toward the Garmin was Spotify but for £80 more and less ‘running’ features it didn’t make sense.
It’s great to have options especially at the lowest price point. I can only speak about the Coros Pace 3 since that is my current watch choice but I’m very happy. The battery life is great and it certainly gives you bang for your buck.
I had to return my pace 3 it took a age to get the satellite before any activity and that was with the best settings turned on Garmin does it in seconds
I possess the Coros Pace 3 since 2 weeks now because I wanted a complementary watch at my Fenix7 to train in the city and on tracks. I really find it’s a good watch for this kind of use. I upload my training sessions directly from Nolio platform as i did with my Fenix and it’s easy to use them after. Even if I’m in a habit with Garmin environment.
Great comparison! Love your channel for all the reviews regarding running gears. I upgraded from Pace 2 to Garmin 165 and so far very happy! It all depends on what your priorities are I think - I only use it for running so no need for multi sport mode; gps picks up quicker than Pace 2 (I’m sure Pace 3 is better); I’ve watched other reviews and Pace 3 lags in pace reading and I find that to be true - I’m learning how to pace myself outdoors so this is important. The biggest factor though why I love my Garmin more than Pace 2 or I imagine Pace 3 as well are the buttons!!! It might sound dumb but I didn’t realize how much I was missing out without the buttons.
The coros has the hrv measurements, and also have a store and find my watch. I think that you should see better your coros 3. And the web software on the coros in my opinion is also better than the garmin.
@@onlyonelens for me personally this is very handy as I carry my phone in a pocket in my bra, between my shoulder blades. So yes, this can be a really useful feature.
Thanks for making this video. I've been looking to upgrade my watch and it's between these two, so I was waiting for someone to make a 1:1 comparison video. Well made, thank you.
@@darren6531 I got the Huawei Watch GT Runner due to its larger AMOLED screen and standard wireless charging (no worries about losing the charger). It's working well but I don't like that it's not an always-on display and it only lasts about 10-12 days on a charge, the Coros Pace 3 has a reflective display and much longer battery life.
Im use fenix 5 plus, now im use coros pace 3. Gps coros pace 3 dualband very power full sharp.. im runner and focus with gps, that calculate real millage and real pace.
I think the @CorosGlobal Pace 3 combined with the pod offers some unique insights about form that intrigues me. I saw Sage Canaday talk about the pod and thought it was pretty interesting. I'll have to listen to what @DCRainmaker has to say too. Thanks for the comparison!
Garmin's best value at the moment is the 255 without any doubt. The 165 is only for those who really really really really want Amoled and understandably don't want to pay £400 for the 265.
Not necessarily. I'm a runner. 5ks, 10ks, and half marathons. I also do strength training in the gym and a little short-range cycling outdoors. I don't need all that extra stuff being run focused only. Had my 165 for 2 weeks. It's a great budget watch for those like myself. BTW, the GPS isn't awful as many say it is.
I was waiting for this comparison, thank you. Meanwhile i bought Coros HRM monitor. Do you think i get extra accuracy enough with the arm band or better i take it back to the seller and it's enough with both watches to control HR? I'm 47 and not going to compete or run under a pace of 4min/km...
Hi, the HRM monitor is more accurate than the wrist based Pace 3 HRM. If you are more serious in the HR data, the Coros Arm Band dedicated HRM is the way to go.
I did the opposite. Compared to the smooth and rich experience of Forerunner 165, Pace 3 felt like a toy to me. Unfair to say because it's undoubtedly a great device in its own right, but that was the impression.
@@Tommygimbal battery life and ease of use (app + watch digitalcrown). Funny enough amoled was my highest priority before, but u need a minute to adjust to the mip, after that I totally forgot the term amoled.
I just want amoled screen and a more robust body on my Pace 3. I am happy with everything it offers. For smart watch features well I might get an iWatch.
My Coros Pace 2 gives false HR reading when running, sometimes it jumps high and stay there, and sometimes it falls low while i'am on high intensity..Weird since last firmware update.
Hi, great video as always, but left me with two questions - how does the durability of the watches compare (esp concerned about the mineral glass display)? And, will Coros update to include cycling evolab? Thanks!
Any chance you guys can do comparison videos between entry level running watches and smart watches / fitness bands? As a new runner, I'm hesitant to invest in a watch like the FR 165 since I'm not sure how much more value it can provide over a fitness band or smart watch. I currently use a Redmi Watch 4 and would love to know how much better an experience I might have with a full on running watch. Thanks!
If you're brand new to running, or casually running(few times a week, 5k or less each time) then a Series 9 or GW 6 is perfect and would be my recommendation. It will give you all the information you need for your fitness alongside being a superior smart watch. The Garmin/Coros will provide deeper insights into your running. They are a fitness watch first and foremost. If you want a mixture of both worlds, the 165 would win as it includes a bit more smart features than the Pace3. It boils down to your lifestyle. Need the smart features daily? AW9/GW6. Don't use those? 165/Pace3. Hope this helps you decide. Edit: I'm not familiar with the Redmi but you could replace what I said about Apple/Samsung with that if it works well.
The Coros build quality worries me and that dial just look cheap (especially with the fabric strap). As I’m already on Garmin Connect (with workouts set up etc) don’t fancy switching to a Coros app. The training and other data insights also seem more developed on the Garmin range.
One thing no testers test or mention is time accuracy. These are watches not only used during training but as regular wrist watches aswell for tracking steps and sleep and they also give you the time of day. My coros pace 2 is slow and drags behind about 3 min per week. Maybe not important to many people but you need to adjust it frequently.
Hey @clas683, if you go into the settings on your watch (Hold the back button -> System -> More Settings -> Date/Time) you can turn auto-sync on which syncs up the time with your phone and will solve that problem!
It is either the Pace 2 is the one that is incorrect, if you have not set it up correctly with Auto-Sync or the other device is wrong. As you are quite the outlier.
Nice Review, with the large plethora of watches offering fitness appeal, surely would like to see you Gents do a first impression of the Oneplus Watch 2.
Hey Tester Mike, thank you for sharing the features of the COROS PACE 3 with your audience. We hope to continue to introduce new features, updates, and improvements to our products 💪
I really hope there are feature updates to the CP3 in the pipeline 🤞
Bring the AMOLED.
If u want amoled u can deal with having no battery
My Coros Pace 2 gives false HR reading when running, sometimes it jumps high and stay there, and sometimes it falls low while i'am on high intensity..Weird since last firmware update.
@@georgedrakoulias3004 well my Fr965 lasts about 2 weeks so for me thats not a problem at all
I’ve been using the COROS Pace 3 for a couple of weeks; it’s my first sports watch. It has been excellent, providing everything I wanted in a running watch. I have a chest strap and use it, but the heart rate monitoring from the watch has been spot on. The battery life is so good. I’m currently at a week and a half since charging, and I’ve done around nine or so hours of running (only using All Systems On mode, not duel band), but the GPS has been acceptable in the areas I’m running with no tall buildings around. The app and training hub are great. Very happy with my purchase.
I switch between COROS and Garmin, I think for the training metrics the COROS Pace 3 wins for the price in my opinion. The 165 is definitely missing the training features the 265 has, but of course that’s reflected in the price! Great for a new runner or someone who isn’t fussed about the extra features.
Love my recently purchased GFR 165. Amoled display is outstanding. GPS and heart monitor accuracy spot on. Customization of main watch face has many standard options and colors. I’m so glad I chose this over other models. 😊
Got the Pace 3 about a month ago, for me the price was hard to beat, love the watch so far! The biggest factor in my decision was seeing Coros support older hardware for longer, hopefully that continues!
Sold my Apple Watch and went for the Pace 3. The only thing that was swaying me toward the Garmin was Spotify but for £80 more and less ‘running’ features it didn’t make sense.
Pace 3 all day and I got it for £180. Only advantage of the Garmin is the fancy screen but overall Pace 3 wins.
Both are amazing Value watches. Work great but that OLED is just a must for me!
If Coros had OLED, I would have kept my pace 3.
It’s great to have options especially at the lowest price point. I can only speak about the Coros Pace 3 since that is my current watch choice but I’m very happy. The battery life is great and it certainly gives you bang for your buck.
I had to return my pace 3 it took a age to get the satellite before any activity and that was with the best settings turned on
Garmin does it in seconds
I possess the Coros Pace 3 since 2 weeks now because I wanted a complementary watch at my Fenix7 to train in the city and on tracks.
I really find it’s a good watch for this kind of use.
I upload my training sessions directly from Nolio platform as i did with my Fenix and it’s easy to use them after. Even if I’m in a habit with Garmin environment.
Why couldn't you just use the Fenix 7 for city and tracks?
@@G91YS I used it before during more than one year. It’s heavier and I keep the Fenix 7 for trail sessions and ultras.
Great comparison! Love your channel for all the reviews regarding running gears.
I upgraded from Pace 2 to Garmin 165 and so far very happy! It all depends on what your priorities are I think - I only use it for running so no need for multi sport mode; gps picks up quicker than Pace 2 (I’m sure Pace 3 is better); I’ve watched other reviews and Pace 3 lags in pace reading and I find that to be true - I’m learning how to pace myself outdoors so this is important.
The biggest factor though why I love my Garmin more than Pace 2 or I imagine Pace 3 as well are the buttons!!! It might sound dumb but I didn’t realize how much I was missing out without the buttons.
The coros has the hrv measurements, and also have a store and find my watch. I think that you should see better your coros 3. And the web software on the coros in my opinion is also better than the garmin.
Thank you, this is the review I've been waiting for to decide.
The only difference that matters: you can change your song during your run with physical buttons on the garmin, not the coros.
Checkmate music haters
What!? You can’t next/back/pause music streaming from your phone?
@@onlyonelens for me personally this is very handy as I carry my phone in a pocket in my bra, between my shoulder blades. So yes, this can be a really useful feature.
@@onlyonelens Why carry your phone when you have a watch for running?
Thanks for making this video. I've been looking to upgrade my watch and it's between these two, so I was waiting for someone to make a 1:1 comparison video. Well made, thank you.
Which one did you buy if you don't mind me asking.
@@darren6531 pace 3!
@@darren6531 I got the Huawei Watch GT Runner due to its larger AMOLED screen and standard wireless charging (no worries about losing the charger). It's working well but I don't like that it's not an always-on display and it only lasts about 10-12 days on a charge, the Coros Pace 3 has a reflective display and much longer battery life.
@@darren6531 Note: I'm not the OP, I was also considering these before going with the Runner.
after this video what watch did you ended up buying
the comparison graphics were so helpful! thanks for sharing this wealth of info
What about important stuff like setting up split pace, real time pace monitoring, running related things and not gadget related nonsense?
Im use fenix 5 plus, now im use coros pace 3. Gps coros pace 3 dualband very power full sharp.. im runner and focus with gps, that calculate real millage and real pace.
Is the pace 3 worth it?
I think the @CorosGlobal Pace 3 combined with the pod offers some unique insights about form that intrigues me. I saw Sage Canaday talk about the pod and thought it was pretty interesting. I'll have to listen to what @DCRainmaker has to say too. Thanks for the comparison!
Garmin's best value at the moment is the 255 without any doubt. The 165 is only for those who really really really really want Amoled and understandably don't want to pay £400 for the 265.
Not necessarily. I'm a runner. 5ks, 10ks, and half marathons. I also do strength training in the gym and a little short-range cycling outdoors. I don't need all that extra stuff being run focused only. Had my 165 for 2 weeks. It's a great budget watch for those like myself. BTW, the GPS isn't awful as many say it is.
@@marvin7533 But £250 is not budget anymore. Other than Amoled why would you buy this over the far superior 255?
@robhunt8378 maybe all the extras aren't needed and will be useless to him. Like it would be for me being only run focused.
I was waiting for this comparison, thank you.
Meanwhile i bought Coros HRM monitor.
Do you think i get extra accuracy enough with the arm band or better i take it back to the seller and it's enough with both watches to control HR?
I'm 47 and not going to compete or run under a pace of 4min/km...
Hi, the HRM monitor is more accurate than the wrist based Pace 3 HRM. If you are more serious in the HR data, the Coros Arm Band dedicated HRM is the way to go.
Pace 3, no contest for the price. I returned my 165 within a day.
What matter the most to you with pace 3? Im leaning toward pace 3 to for overall but the amoled on 165 is just my type
I did the opposite. Compared to the smooth and rich experience of Forerunner 165, Pace 3 felt like a toy to me. Unfair to say because it's undoubtedly a great device in its own right, but that was the impression.
@@Tommygimbal battery life and ease of use (app + watch digitalcrown). Funny enough amoled was my highest priority before, but u need a minute to adjust to the mip, after that I totally forgot the term amoled.
Why did you return it?
Dosent feel like a toy to me
I just want amoled screen and a more robust body on my Pace 3. I am happy with everything it offers. For smart watch features well I might get an iWatch.
My Coros Pace 2 gives false HR reading when running, sometimes it jumps high and stay there, and sometimes it falls low while i'am on high intensity..Weird since last firmware update.
Hi, great video as always, but left me with two questions - how does the durability of the watches compare (esp concerned about the mineral glass display)? And, will Coros update to include cycling evolab? Thanks!
Any chance you guys can do comparison videos between entry level running watches and smart watches / fitness bands? As a new runner, I'm hesitant to invest in a watch like the FR 165 since I'm not sure how much more value it can provide over a fitness band or smart watch. I currently use a Redmi Watch 4 and would love to know how much better an experience I might have with a full on running watch. Thanks!
If you're brand new to running, or casually running(few times a week, 5k or less each time) then a Series 9 or GW 6 is perfect and would be my recommendation. It will give you all the information you need for your fitness alongside being a superior smart watch. The Garmin/Coros will provide deeper insights into your running. They are a fitness watch first and foremost. If you want a mixture of both worlds, the 165 would win as it includes a bit more smart features than the Pace3. It boils down to your lifestyle. Need the smart features daily? AW9/GW6. Don't use those? 165/Pace3. Hope this helps you decide.
Edit: I'm not familiar with the Redmi but you could replace what I said about Apple/Samsung with that if it works well.
The Coros build quality worries me and that dial just look cheap (especially with the fabric strap). As I’m already on Garmin Connect (with workouts set up etc) don’t fancy switching to a Coros app.
The training and other data insights also seem more developed on the Garmin range.
One thing no testers test or mention is time accuracy. These are watches not only used during training but as regular wrist watches aswell for tracking steps and sleep and they also give you the time of day. My coros pace 2 is slow and drags behind about 3 min per week. Maybe not important to many people but you need to adjust it frequently.
Doesn't it sync time automatically ?
Interesting. My Pace2 keeps time well.
Hey @clas683, if you go into the settings on your watch (Hold the back button -> System -> More Settings -> Date/Time) you can turn auto-sync on which syncs up the time with your phone and will solve that problem!
It is either the Pace 2 is the one that is incorrect, if you have not set it up correctly with Auto-Sync or the other device is wrong. As you are quite the outlier.
Nice Review, with the large plethora of watches offering fitness appeal, surely would like to see you Gents do a first impression of the Oneplus Watch 2.
Do any of these require some sort of subscription after purchasing them?
No
Which Watch is better for the gym?
Does it both sync with Apple Fitness rings?
Yes
Love my Pace 3!