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Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) — 2024 · Fitness + health
Apple

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band)

2024 · Fitness + health

90
/ 100
From $429
VS
Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular — 2024 · Fitness + health
Garmin

Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular

2024 · Fitness + health

90
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) lands at 90 and Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) if…

  • ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
  • ✓GPS + heart rate
  • ✓Notification mirroring

Pick Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular if…

  • ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
  • ✓GPS + heart rate
  • ✓Notification mirroring
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Fitness

Tie

Compared on the fitness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Compared on the display sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Health

Tie

Compared on the health sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) more score per dollar ($429 vs $1,099).

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) 90
vs
90 Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular

Score breakdown

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band)
90
battery 72
display 88
fitness 90
health 88
durability 86
Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular
90
battery 94
display 88
fitness 90
health 88
durability 86

Specs side-by-side

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) versus Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular
Release year
2024
2024

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band)

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • −Battery life varies dramatically
  • −Companion phone required
  • −Screen-on drains battery

Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • −Battery life varies dramatically
  • −Companion phone required
  • −Screen-on drains battery

FAQ: Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) vs Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular

Which is better, Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) or Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) worth the price? +

At $429, Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in fitness.

Is Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular worth the price? +

At $1,099, Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.

Does Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) or Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) or Garmin fenix 8 · Standard · GPS + Cellular? +

Apple Watch Series 10 (Sport Band) — more score per dollar ($429 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.