Garmin Approach S60 review

Review on Garmin Approach S60

Even before the term “wearable tech” existed, Garmin was already knocking out magnificent GPS golf watches. As we speak, the Garmin Approach S60 is their latest model. So far, the Garmin Approach S60 which hit the market in June 2017 looks like the most efficient and sophisticated GPS wrist-based golf watch this year. Compared to the earlier Garmin dedicated golf watches like the Garmin Approach S20, the Garmin Approach S60 comes with many world-class features to not only track but also to improve your game. This Garmin Approach S60 review will disclose to you everything you need to know about this outstanding, stylish, sleek, and lightweight Fenix 5-like designed golf watch.


 

 

GPS Golf Watch Garmin Approach S60
Garmin Approach S60

Garmin Approach S60: Features

 

1. Long Battery Life

The Garmin Approach S60’s battery is capable of 10 hours of battery life for golfing and up to 10 days in watch mode with basic activity tracking.

 

2. Preloaded Courses

The Garmin Approach S60 features more than 40,000 preloaded courses including precise yarding to hazards, greens, and other obstacles. This special feature makes it much easier for you to plan strategically and to optimize your scoring.

 

3. 1.2-inch Color Screen

The Garmin Approach S60 boasts a wide 1.2-inch sunlight readable colored touchscreen display with a 240*240 panel. This large screen is an absolute pleasure to use thanks to its amazing features like the hazard yardages and the green view. What’s more? You can use the golf mode on any Garmin Fenix golf watch.

 

4. The Garmin Autoshot Game Tracking Technology

Garmin GPS Golf Watch Garmin Approach S60
Garmin Approach S60

This unique technology not only allows users to accurately analyze but also to chart all their measured shots from a particular round. Apart from allowing you to view vital insights like dispersion and shot distances, Garmin Approach S60 users can also note their performance from round to round, compare shots from previous rounds, and even identify common mistakes.

 

5. Compatible with the Garmin Golf App

Like all other Garmin golf watch models, the Garmin Approach S60 is compatible with the Garmin golf app. Through this app, users are not only able to complete their weekly leaderboards against other Garmin users but also to view the handicaps and scores of other golfers. Additionally, the app can be used for live scoring during the gaming session. The scores recorded by the Garmin S60 golf watch automatically sync to the application for real-time updates. What’s more? With this app, Garmin Approach S60 users can also do other fantastic things including chatting with fellow users, setting up tournaments, inviting friends to compete, and much more.

 

6. Fitness Oriented

For Health and Fitness enthusiasts, the Garmin Approach S60 works hand in hand with the Garmin Connect mobile application to monitor vital things like the calories burned, the number of steps taken, sleep time, and even the overall distance covered.

 

Garmin GPS Golf Watch Garmin Approach S60
Garmin Approach S60

7. Multiple Sports Oriented

The GPS radio means that you can also use the Garmin Approach S60 watch as your multisport time gadget too. In fact, several sports modes including swim, cycle, and run are already on board.

 

8. TempoTraining and SwingTempo

For players who are interested in improving the relationship between their downswing, upswing, and posture, the SwingTempo, and the TempoTraining features are all you need. When connected with the Garmin’s TruSwing sensor, the Garmin Approach S60 also provides vital info like club path and swing velocity. Using Garmin Connect, you can also review all your swings with detailed 3-dimensional animations. Besides swing speed and club path, you will also be able to monitor swing tempo as well as critical club angles.

 

9. PlaysLike

The PlaysLike feature takes your elevation into account, assisting you to choose an accurate club for your distance to pin.

 

10. Weather Forecast Available

The Garmin Approach S60 also comes with weather forecast feature to cater for those who may be worried about a potential downpour.

 

11. Water Resistant

Garmin GPS Golf Watch Garmin Approach S60
Garmin Approach S60

Even if it starts raining when you are still out, there is no need to worry because the Garmin Approach S60 is excellently waterproof with a water rating of about 50 meters (5 ATM).

 

12. Available in Different Versions

The Garmin Approach S60 is currently retailing in both white and black color options. Furthermore, there is a premium golf watch version of the S60 that comes with a black leather band and a ceramic bezel to resist any scratches.

 

13. QuickFit Watchbands

The Garmin Approach S60 also comes with the easily interchangeable and popular QuickFit watchbands. Besides being easy to change, these bands also come in a wide assortment of hues including stainless, colored silicone or stainless steel. The watchbands can be effortlessly interchanged with a number of Garmin multisport golf watches without the need of any equipment.

 

14. Style and Design

The Garmin Approach S60 is referred to as the most stylish timepiece thanks to its sleek and lightweight design. Its fully-hinged watchband design and high-resolution display make it not only stylish but also comfortable to put on.

 

15. Wireless Connectivity

This feature not only allows you to upload but also to share scorecards with the Garmin community online.

 

16. Can be Paired with Your Smartphone

When paired with your smartphone, the Garmin Approach S60 will be able to receive smart notifications for texts, calls, emails, and other vital alerts via Bluetooth.

 

Pros

  • The app features free lifetime updates.
  • It accurately displays the distance to hazards like water and bunkers hazards. You can also view the middle, front, and back of the greens, doglegs, and layups thanks to the Autoshot feature.
  • Available in different varieties including white, black, and premium, making it easy for anyone to choose according to personal preference and financial stability.
  • Comes with an Odometer.
  • It comes with wireless connectivity.
  • Comes with Pin Pointer.
  • Features a rechargeable battery.
  • It features over 40,000 preloaded courses.
  • It can be readily paired with the innovative TruSwing golf sensor.
  • It measures even short distances.
  • It is a handy fitness monitoring gadget.

 

Cons

  • Sometimes it is difficult to pair the watch with smartphones.
  • The app requires further development to hit a 5-star rating.

 

Wrapping Up

According to Garmin’s EMEA Senior Product Manager, Martin Resch, the Garmin Approach S60 comes packed with industry-leading features that every golfer can rely on and appreciate. Besides wearing it during golfing, this wearable tech gadget can also be worn as a normal daily watch. The standard S60 golf watch goes for approximately $399.99 while the premium version goes for $499.99. Because of the many amazing features and benefits of this watch as highlighted in this Garmin Approach S60 review, it goes without saying that this golf smart watch is worth checking out if your desire is to improve your golfing.

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