Apple Watch Series 10
S10 SiP · 46 mm · Thinner case
Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop
2024 · Fitness + health
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Watch Series 10 lands at 90 and Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Apple Watch Series 10 if…
- ✓Brightest Series display yet
- ✓Noticeably thinner
- ✓Sleep apnea + health suite
Pick Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testDisplay
Apple Watch Series 10Compared on the display sub-score
Apple Watch Series 10 leads on display (94 vs 88).
Health
Apple Watch Series 10Compared on the health sub-score
Apple Watch Series 10 leads on health (94 vs 88).
Fitness
TieCompared on the fitness sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Apple Watch Series 10Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Apple Watch Series 10 more score per dollar ($399 vs $1,049).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 10 | Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 46 mm LTPO Wide-angle OLED | — |
| Battery | 18 h (36 h low-power) | — |
| Water | 50 m | — |
| GPS | L1 | — |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
Apple Watch Series 10
- +Brightest Series display yet
- +Noticeably thinner
- +Sleep apnea + health suite
- −Still 18 h battery
- −iPhone required
- −No Ultra-grade GPS
Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
FAQ: Apple Watch Series 10 vs Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop
Which is better, Apple Watch Series 10 or Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple Watch Series 10 worth the price? +
At $399, Apple Watch Series 10 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Is Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop worth the price? +
At $1,049, Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.
Does Apple Watch Series 10 or Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop 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 better for display, Apple Watch Series 10 or Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop? +
Apple Watch Series 10 — leads on display (94 vs 88). Compared on the display sub-score.
Which is better for health, Apple Watch Series 10 or Garmin fenix 8 · Milanese Loop? +
Apple Watch Series 10 — leads on health (94 vs 88). Compared on the health sub-score.