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Garmin Approach S1W GPS Golf Watch (Preloaded with US Courses) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

by Garmin

788 customer reviews

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Style: White, US Courses

Product Packaging: Standard Packaging

Lock in yardages: S1 provides precise yardage to the front, back and middle of the green with one quick glance
Measures shot distance: Calculates precise yardage for shots played from anywhere on the course
No downloads, no subscriptions: S1 is packed with thousands of courses and is ready to use out of the box
Rugged waterproof design: Slim and lightweight, S1 is designed to take the rigors of the course
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery - up to 3 weeks in watch mode, up to 8 hours in GPS mode

Garmin Approach S1W GPS Golf Watch (Preloaded with US Courses) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

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Style: White, US Courses | Product Packaging: Standard Packaging

Size (LWH): 2.7 inches, 0.6 inches, 1.8 inches
Weight: 1.76 ounces

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Style:White, US Courses | Product Packaging:Standard Packaging

Product Dimensions	2.7 x 0.6 x 1.8 inches
Item Weight	1.8 ounces
Shipping Weight	1.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
ASIN	B008KYY0WW
Item model number	010-00932-03
Batteries	1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
Customer Reviews	788 customer reviews 4.4 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank	#99 in Electronics > GPS & Navigation > Sports & Handheld GPS > Golf Course GPS Units #8,505 in Sports & Outdoors > Sports & Fitness > Golf #18,232 in Sports & Outdoors > Sports & Fitness > Accessories
Discontinued by manufacturer	Yes

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All I expected

By MH on October 7, 2012

Style Name: White, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging Verified Purchase

This golf watch is very easy to use. I have used it on several other courses in other states since I got it in September and the satellite link was always successful. I have also used it to measure distances walked and this function is useful for determining how much exercise you get in walking. (miles) When finished using the satellite, it reverts to a timepiece which is very convenient. I would recommend this for those who only want to know front, middle or back distances to green and who don't mind wearing a watch while playing golf. I had not been in the habit of wearing one, but this is very light and doesn't interfere with my game. I like not having to grab for a distance measuring device, pick it up and put it down before swinging the club. This is easier.

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This is the easiest golf GPS to use!

By Alan Duran on December 31, 2012

Style Name: Black, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging Verified Purchase

I have a golf GPS that requires me to download the course information before I can play for the first time. That process isn't simple or without problems. This Garmin S1 is the easiest thing to use. You turn it on, tell it you want to play a round of golf (since it comes up in watch mode) and it displays a list of the courses nearby. So if you are at a golf course when you tell it you want to play, you don't have to go searching for the course you want to play, it is already on the top of the list you select from. If there is more than one course nearby, as there is at my golf club, the different courses will be listed for you to choose from with the closest first.

Using the S1 during play couldn't be easier either. You don't have to change holes manually, it knows where you are and therefore what hole you are on. You can change the holes manually, but it isn't necessary under most circumstances.

I'm used to wearing a watch during play, so I didn't have much to get used to in that regard. If you don't normally wear a watch, this may be a problem. The watch and band are one solid piece of plastic. I guess that's good for the integrity of the device but don't think you will change bands to a slip-on-type to avoid having to mess with this strappy-type.

The device acquires the satellites quickly, adjusts to movement quickly and seems to be quite accurate. Certainly accurate enough for my play.

The difficulties others have mentioned about attaching the clip-on charging device are real. You've got to mess with it a little to get a good connection. The directions tell you what the screen should look like if you get a good connection, so it's isn't that big of a problem if you know what you are doing.Read more ›

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Very basic functions, discontinued model

By Rama on December 29, 2013

Style Name: Black, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging Verified Purchase

This is a review of the Garmin S1 GPS Golf Watch but for comparison purposes I will also describe how the S1 stacks up against the Bushnell Neo X gps watch. Both of these units have similar prices and time-telling functions, so I will focus my comments mainly on the golf functions.

Size: A major appeal of the S1 is that in pictures it appears to be smaller and more streamlined than the Neo X, which is rather boxy. In hand, because of its round shape the S1 continues to look more streamlined, but it is actually heavier and thicker than the Neo X, which also has a narrower band than the S1. Winner: Neo X. (BTW, neither watch was heavy or bulky enough to interfere with my golf swing; after a couple of rounds I really didn’t notice either watch.)

Legibility: Both the S1 and the Neo X display hole number and distance to front, middle and back of green. However, the main figure of distance to center of green is larger on the Neo X. I am farsighted and play golf without glasses; I can clearly read the center distance on the Neo X but not on the S1. I believe this is due to the fact that the display area of the Neo X is larger than that of the S1, so the Neo X can show larger-size figures. Even with glasses on I found the Neo X’s display of course names easier to read than the S1’s. Winner: Neo X.

Special features: Both the S1 and the Neo X can measure shot distances and have an odometer function. However, the S1 lacks the ability to show distances to hazards, which the Neo X does; and the Neo X also has a timer you can set to turn your unit on a few minutes before your tee time. Winner: Neo X.

Cost: The S1 and Neo X cost about the same. Winner: tie.Read more ›

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Good and mixed

By sean m harris on November 29, 2012

Style Name: White, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging Verified Purchase

This watch is a great device and is very accurate when on the course. The only issue I have with it is when you go to charge the device...the charger has a 4 prong connection and it fits very tightly in the 4 holes provided. You have make SURE all 4 connections are in the holes or it will not charge. I have reached for the watch on my way to the course and it has been dead.

Just need to make sure its fully connected.

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Works great, but not for everyone

By r_kwon TOP 1000 REVIEWER on January 2, 2013

Style Name: White, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging Verified Purchase

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My video review going over the Garmin Approach S1. If you have any questions, please give me a comment and I'll try to answer as soon as possible.

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Awesome

By Bontec on September 4, 2012

Style Name: Black, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging Verified Purchase

This is great no yearly fee and easy to keep up with since your wearing it, unlike a sky caddie.

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Works but accuracy can be an issue

By John on July 6, 2013

Style Name: Black, US CoursesPackage Type: Standard Packaging

First disclaimer is I bought this at a local store (wanted it right away), but having used it for several months now I feel I can add value to the Amazon community and so am submitting a review on here.

Part of my motivation is how surprised I am at the very high ratings here on Amazon. Don't get me wrong; I think this is a *good* device (I give it 3-star). But honestly it falls well short of the 4-5 star ratings that people are giving it. I feel it appropriate to add another perspective.

And a last bit of preamble: This is my *third* range finding device (I am part techno lover and part supporter of my son's golf efforts, seeking the best/easiest device for him to us in - allowed - competitions). As my third device, I was able to do very solid head-to-head comparisons with a Bushnell Tour V2 (laser) and SkyCaddie SGX (GPS).

The issue with the Garmin S1 is...accuracy! Yes, I too read all the reviewers who said it was right on. Well, I am here to tell you that it is *not* always right on. I have checked it on quite a few courses over the last few months, and there are holes on which it is 5-10 yards off (as compared to marked plates or the other devices) at least. I think I got my worst comparison at about 15 yards of error. Admittedly, if you are a beginner, that is no big deal. But if you are a single-digit handicapper, that is a full club off...and on many greens that can be a disaster. As such, unfortunately my son (3-5 handicap) has already given up on it....

My theory is this: Garmin, like many GPS golf range finders, probably uses satellite images of golf courses and shoves them in some analysis program to identify the green and then center of green. The fundamental issue with *all* GPS companies using this tactic is: greens with false fronts.Read more ›

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Four Stars

Love this watch except the charger needs to be wiggled to make connectlon at times.

Published 2 months ago by Karen Vinson

Five Stars

For the price the S1 provides all the information that I need while playing golf.

Published 2 months ago by Terrence T. Schmitt

I am slowly going blind and cannot see too well ...

I am slowly going blind and cannot see too well anymore. I have to rely on my swing and GPS watch for depth perception in order to play golf. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Bob Brown

Must have for novice golfers

I play around a week, live in Florida so it's year round. This has helped my game, I won't play with out it.

Published 3 months ago by Rosanna Trombley

No more guessing how far you are to the green

My hussband loves his golf garmin watch. In fact I bought our son a watch also. It is a great companion on the golf course and is acurate and precise, easy to wear.

Published 3 months ago by Teri Heyden

First Iteration is the best.

Best value for the money - I'm a 12 handicap and distances front middle and back are all in info I need. Read more

Published 3 months ago by AZ Golfer

I love it. Use it every time I play

I love it. Use it every time I play. Don't have to worry about keeping track of where it is.

Published 4 months ago by L. Cayes

Do not buy

Do not buy. Died after 20 months. Garmin offered either 20% rebate on new one or 80$ to replace by a refurbished. Really poor product support.

Published 5 months ago by Andy Woods

Sometimes the battery goes low during my round. Am ...

Sometimes the battery goes low during my round. Am trying to charge it longer to make it last thru the round.
Will see what happens next week.