Garmin Fenix 8 47MM vs Apple Watch Series 10

Garmin Fenix 8 47MM
Garmin Fenix 8 47MM
Apple Watch Series 10
Apple Watch Series 10
Verified Confidence: 86%

Verdict: Garmin Fenix 8 47MM wins for athletes needing dive-rated build, speaker, mic, flashlight and GPS training per its 2024-08 specs. Apple Watch Series 10 at $399 provides superior value with thinnest design, sleep apnea alerts and faster charging per 2024-09 facts. Garmin scores higher overall on performance and features while Apple wins on price and everyday design.

Garmin Fenix 8 47MM lists at $999 while Apple Watch Series 10 lists at $399 — Apple Watch Series 10 undercuts Garmin Fenix 8 47MM by $600 (150%).

Winner: Garmin Fenix 8 47MM

Garmin Fenix 8 47MM: 8.5/10

Apple Watch Series 10: 7.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Garmin Fenix 8 47MMApple Watch Series 10
Display1.4-inch AMOLEDLargest most advanced display
Water ResistanceDive-ratedWater depth and temperature sensing
AudioBuilt-in speaker and microphone
ExtrasLED flashlight, advanced training features, GPSSleep apnea notifications, faster charging, new health insights

Garmin Fenix 8 47MM

What works

  • Dive-rated water resistance for scuba and freediving
  • Built-in speaker, microphone and LED flashlight
  • Advanced training features with GPS

What doesn't

  • MSRP $999 is significantly higher than competitors
  • Larger 47mm case may not suit smaller wrists

Apple Watch Series 10

What works

  • Thinnest design with biggest most advanced display
  • Sleep apnea notifications and faster charging
  • New health and fitness insights

What doesn't

  • Not dive-rated for scuba use
  • Shorter battery life than dedicated sports watches

Bottom line

Our pick: Garmin Fenix 8 47MM.

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