It includes the same advanced workout tracking and training tools that helped the Garmin Fenix 6 become the best multi-sports watch on the market in 2019, but it also includes some new features that make it all more accessible to new users. The addition of a touchscreen is the most obvious improvement here. The watch retains the five physical buttons found on previous Fenix watches, but it’s a huge help when panning across maps. But it’s been done with care; the screen is locked by default during workouts to prevent accidental button presses, and Fenix purists can disable touch entirely if they prefer. The Garmin Fenix 7 is intended for anyone who enjoys competition and wants to push themselves to achieve new heights, whether it’s a cycling sportive, a half marathon, an Ironman, or the gruelling sweat of a CrossFit competition. The Fenix 7 does not, however, assume that you’ve already nailed down a full training plan and know exactly how to balance work and recovery – instead, it provides tools to help you understand your current fitness level, set a realistic goal, and train in a way that will help you achieve it. It includes the same advanced workout tracking and training tools that helped the Garmin Fenix 6 become the best multi-sports watch on the market in 2019, but it also includes some new features that make it all more accessible to new users. The addition of a touchscreen is the most obvious improvement here. The watch retains the five physical buttons found on previous Fenix watches, but it’s a big help when panning across maps. But it’s been done with care; the screen is locked by default during workouts to prevent accidental button presses, and Fenix purists can disable touch entirely if they prefer. Garmin’s watches compete primarily with Coros and Suunto. The Vertix 2 from Coros has many of the same features as the Fenix 7 series, but without solar charging. Suunto’s tried-and-true 9 Peak and 9 Baro multisport watches are also all-encompassing multisport watches with significantly lower price tags. The Fenix 7 line comes in three sizes: 7S (small), 7 (large), and 7X (extra large) (extra large). All three models have solar charging capabilities, but your size preference will ultimately be one of the most important factors in how much you pay. Each model is available in a variety of colorways, which you can view on Garmin.com.
