Comprehensive review of the new Galaxy Watch5 Pro from Samsung tested for running, weight training, cycling, and more. You can get the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro here: https://geni.us/galaxyWatch5Pro (Amazon affiliate link that helps support the channel – thanks!)
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47 Comments
I have been taking my 5 pro on my morning runs and I am finding that, while it records the distance covered accurately, the map depiction of the run is totally off. Today, for example, I ran a 5 miler. I run the route often and I know exactly the mileage and the watch matched it perfectly. However, when I looked at the map in Samsung Health, it only depicted about a mile of that run (as if I started and finished somewhere else).
What’s the point of this watch if the measurement functions aren’t accurate?
I love the rotating bezel but working warehouse really ruins its.
Is it possible to program run/walk intervals? And can it survive a Marathon?
Can I set running intervals on this watch?
Is that a bluish strap you have on your outdoor shoots ?
To easily adjust the fit. Hold the magnets on each end and pull the excess tail end down and it pops that little clip open with ease. No finger nail needed
This watch can be used to swim or to practice swimming? Or if you have the opportunity to compare between forerunner 955 or pro 5 which one will you buy it for practice swimming? Thanks
Which would you recommend between the galaxy watch 5 pro and the Garmin venu 2 plus? Thanks!
great decent watch, but should be lot cheaper….
Bt heart rate + strava or sport tracker on the watch will work?
Good job buddy. Thx for comparing too
So sad to suffer from so bad gps performance on a "pro" watch. Never again wear os nor samsung watch… Sad, since the rest of the watch rocks, but terrible gps accuracy and fix with this watch.
Des, you have the best reviews of all! For us, the folks that need a regular smartwatch the options are pretty limited, at the moment it's basically either Samsung's Watch 5 Pro or Apple's Watch Ultra. It would be great to see a full on comparison between those two watches, just like in this video!
Could u post a video on a the watch on how to create route using samsung health app? I'd like to use it to create my own trails and cannot figure out how to record and save it.
A lot of people have been complaining about the GPS not being accurate versus when you use the phone. Is this true? Like the miles are off and stuff like that.
Have you tried turning the watch around on your forearm!! I NOTICED THIS WAS MUCH MORE ACCURATE FOR ME!!
A closely matched my FRONTIER X ECG HEARTSTRAP MONITOR!! Which I feel is the best of the best you should look it up. It was made by cardiologists.
I noticed it wasn't that accurate when it was on the front of my wrist but when I turn it around put it a little further up on my forearm it worked much better!!
So I know to start heartstrap monitors that are around your bicep seem to work better than anything around the WRIST..
IS THERE ANY TYPE OF WATCH BAND ADAPTER THAT WILL ALLOW YOU TO WEAR YOUR WATCH AROUND YOUR UPPER ARM WHERE YOUR BICEP IS?
Cuz then when you work out you can just put it there it looks like the same type of sensors they use for the armband type..
Should be just a matter of moving the watch to a more accurate place?
Thanks for video, and its great that you mentioned support of additional devices connection. But you had one mistake, Sporty Watch only support Tizen, if you want connect ext. sensors to Android Wear you have to use Sporty Go!, whitch is actualy app, not watchface.
And for me thats is reason why I sill must stay on Tizen.
the thing that always put me off the Samsung's were the rotating thingo, i was paranoid it would get sand under it and grind it up
Good day ,great and helpful videos.. my question is how does the pro 5 stand up to long term pool and open water(salt water) swimming
Great Video, Would you buy this over the Epix 2
Top 3 watches for hikers that have trail navigation GO! Love your channel btw. So much valuable information and easily understandable. Subbed.
Thanks for this helpful review. Does the GW5 offer the function "total ascent / total elevation gain", e.g. from a mountainbike ride?
Which other sports watches offer a crash sensor with an emergency call? I like this feature a lot in case of a bike crash. Thanks for your reply
Does the watch have a ski touring function?
Update
From what I said before that if you want more accuracy turn the watch around on the back of your wrist give that a try Make sure it's tight.
The watch band makes a difference!!!
I got a wider watch band. A rugged Velcro hook and loop. The entire watch band is wider not just where it connects. IT MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE IN ACCURACY FOR THE HEART RATE!! Maybe because the watch is very heavy when you don't have stability it may rock from side to side while you're exercising or lifting weights. The real issue is when you're moving around, boxing, lifting weights etc.
The band keeps it stable and tight very little movement and rocking. Sometimes I wouldn't get good readings even with the blood oxygen measurements. It would work maybe 70% of the time. Same thing with the heart rate. NOW IT WORKS EVERY TIME!! EVEN THE BODY COMPOSITION WORKS BETTER!!
I tighten it up when I'm working out. Then I undo the Velcro and loosen it up a little bit walking around normally. Still works great both ways.
My findings were confirmed with the polar Hot rate monitor, and my FRONTIER X IN MY OPINION THE BEST HEART RATE LIVE ECG HEART STRAP MONITOR WITH INFORMATION YOU CAN'T GET FROM REGULAR HEART STRAPS ABOUT YOUR HEART GALAXY 5 WATCH PRO WAS PRETTY DEAD ON!!
Peace out God bless!!
I hate they got rid of the spinning outside, that was like half the fun!
I came here because I knew you’d have the most comprehensive review. This watch is half the cost of the Apple Watch Ultra in Canada. While some people may say that it’s not as good, 500 bucks says I don’t care.
Great coverage! Thank you
great detailed video
Battery life is bad.. compared to my Garmin which lasts 7 days or more, this watch battery lasts less than 48 hours not in use.. then the stop start is ridiculous.. I want to start when I want, I don't want to hav a countdown.. then when I stop, I don't want to pause while time still records.. it does not work for me
I own a Fenix 5 and wanted to upgrade to a "real smartwatch". So I purchased the GW5pro.
First, it's a gorgeous watch. Especially with some of the faces available.
However, over the course of 4 days it became clear that no manufacturer is doing both smartwatch and fitness watch great in the same unit. It's a perfect smartwatch but a mediocre fitness watch, especially if you're coming from a Garmin. I returned it. I'm going to try out the venu 2 plus. The new fenix's are just too expensive.
Question….I can't seem to find how to do a "lap" when using the cycling or hiking/walking feature. Is there a way to do this?
Hi, thanks for the awesome reviews!
IYO, which would you choose Polar Ignite 3 or Samsung 5 Pro?
Would you say this watch 5 pro is on the same lvl as the Apple Watch ultra?
Samsung is into nav. Their marine equipment is good stuff.
Help. Is there a wear OS alternative for weightlifting like Hevy? I want to switch to Samsung from Apple but the Apple Watch is keeping me from switching. I don’t know of an app for Watch OS that I can make routines for lifting weights and have them on my watch where I can track my reps and weight. Samsungs native app only does One. At. A. Time. And it’s frustrating. The Hevy App on Apple Watch goes straight to the next lift in your routine. So no need to keep glancing at your phone.
This tip just helped me avoid this watch! You can get a good idea of what the routes feature will look like by loading one on your phone, follow the guide in the video but instead of routes, click enter data, it will then let you choose a route, when uploaded you will notice that it only shows you roads – although you will be able to see the route you created, this watch will be useless because it doesnt show any trails on the map, you will simply get to a fork and become confused about which trail to take.
Does it have and stand alone GPS sensor like the Garmin ones
I don't understand what happened to Samsung's battery life. I was able to get 3ish days out of my original Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 years ago. They have gone backwards for 2 years and now the "pro" is only up to where it used to be instead of making real gains.
I am senior, I have exercise bike only. Where to find it on my Galaxy 5 Pro watch?
If you put your index finger between the metal and the strap and pull down. It realises the clip to adjust the strap,without breaking your nails
Can you suggest a smart watch for runners that allow live comparison with your previous performance. I would like it to show me time delta of my current performance compared with my best performance.
Why can't I find a video that just tells me my Galaxy watch 5 after I've done a workout a walk a ride anyting how do I see it on the app how do I see it on my phone Ione other brand watches and they are so simple but this watch seems to be an act of God to get to this point any help.??
You absolutely right it's a pain try to get it off your arm
I'm upset it doesn't have Instagram apps like the active 2
Go's great with the s 23 ultra 👌