Garmin Approach S3 GPS Golf Watch

Garmin Approach S3 GPS Golf Watch
alaScore 89

41 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 41 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the build quality and design. The performance and usability also get good views.

usability, performance, design, build quality

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin Approach S3 GPS Golf Watch is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Garmin Approach S3 GPS Golf Watch

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 user reviews of the Garmin Approach S3 GPS Golf Watch from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

usability, performance, design

77% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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I won\'t send it back

 

It was difficult to figure out how to successfully left swipe the watch to get it started. I watched the videos online and they were helpful. There should be an instructional video for each action. Overall it is easy to use. I have only used it a...

Durable","Easy To Use","Lightweight","Versatile

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Works as advertised

 

The S3 works exactly as advertised. I had no problems starting up and never have had inaccurate readings. I have played a couple of dozen rounds in Wisconsin and at Myrtle Beach and the S3 has recognized every course. Unfortunatly when playing 36...

Distances to middle of green accurate and handy

Distances to doglegs and hazards not so much

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Great Golf watch

 

The distances are accurate. Recognized all of the courses I played even in Scotland. I won\'t play without it. Bought 2 more for birthday presents, one for my husband and another for a friend.

Accurate Distances","Easy To Use","Helps My Golf Game","Lightweight","Versatile

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Nice!

 

Tis was a gift for my father who loves to play Golf. He totally enjoys it! Thank You. It was the best gift!

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Dont buy bundled accessories

 

Recieved the S3 as a requested birthday present. My friend has the S1 and love the convenience of the wrist borne GPS system. My S3 set up immediately and I've had no issues operating it. Very intuitive and the touch screen feature is great. I also...

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Easy to use and perfectly accurate!!

 

I would highly recommend this product. Much Much faster than smart phone apps to keep the game going and a lot more accurate!This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Simple controls, Easy to readAbout me... Budget Conscious, Use for outdoor...

No Setup, just go to the course

Club tracking unavailable

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Excellent product

 

I have bought the Garmin Approach S3 GPS Golf Watch for my husband. He loves it! The item is very helpful and easy to use. Thank you.

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It's ok, but the laser is better

 

I just used this for the 1st time so I haven't tried hooking it up to my computer yet and can't comment on that part. As far as accuracy, it's pretty good and I do like that it is faster than using a laser. On the negative side, it was very difficult...

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Huge disappointment

 

I had a Garmin Approach S1 since it first came out and I had no problems with it at all. I purchased the Approach S3 because it promised so much, but it just did not deliver what was expected. The most frustrating problem was that quite often it simply...