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Mmmm Bop
230 user here as well. Started using it in Dec of 2016. It's my everyday wear watch as well. Still easily holds a weeks worth of charge. Personally, I'd rather buy the 230 than the 235 as the wrist-based HRM is not all that and that's the difference between the two. I'd guess the 230 battery lasts a good bit longer than the 235 due to the HRM. Anyone know? At any rate, I like my current setup of FR230 and Scosche Rhythm HRM.
230 user here as well.
Started using it in Dec of 2016. It's my everyday wear watch as well. Still easily holds a weeks worth of charge. Personally, I'd rather buy the 230 than the 235 as the wrist-based HRM is not all that and that's the difference between the two. I'd guess the 230 battery lasts a good bit longer than the 235 due to the HRM. Anyone know?
At any rate, I like my current setup of FR230 and Scosche Rhythm HRM.
I found this 230/235 comparison and the 230 is supposed to last for up to 5 weeks without GPS and 16 hours when turned on. 235 otoh is up to 9 days on watch mode and 11 hours with GPS. I only use the watches for running so that’s not really a big deal to me.
https://reviewposition.com/fitness-wearables/garmin-forerunner-230-vs-235/
5k - 17:53 (4/19) 10k - 37:53 (11/18) Half - 1:23:18 (4/19) Full - 2:50:43 (4/19)
235 otoh is up to 9 days on watch mode and 11 hours with GPS.
Wow... Amazon.com states exactly the same information you just shared with us - word by word!
paces PRs - 5K - 5:48 / 10K - 6:05 / HM - 6:14 / FM - 6:26 per mile
Maybe you might consider purchasing a 235 watch and become one of the cool kidz. 👍
No, I was looking for a longer running with GPS for ultra races and picked up Garmin 935 (up to 24 hrs in GPS mode - just right for my future Western States 100 race . Right now, if I have to select what watch to buy, I would probably buy Garmin 245 - the same battery as 935 but cheaper by $100.
I found this 230/235 comparison and the 230 is supposed to last for up to 5 weeks without GPS and 16 hours when turned on. 235 otoh is up to 9 days on watch mode and 11 hours with GPS. I only use the watches for running so that’s not really a big deal to me. https://reviewposition.com/fitness-wearables/garmin-forerunner-230-vs-235/
So, yes, big difference in battery life. If you're one to keep your watch for a long time this will make a difference as the battery goes through it's life cycle and degrades.
I would still choose 235 over a 230 as imo HR data is one of the best ways to monitor fitness/workouts. I always turn my watch off after every workout, so hopefully my 235 has a few more years left. 👍
Not necessarily relevant, but I have the 220, predecessor to 230/235, and it’s still going strong after 5 years (knock wood). I wish it would last forever, because it does everything I need without any extra complications. I can’t think of any of the additional features in the newer models that interest me. Alas, I realize based on typical Garmin longevity I am on borrowed time. If my 220 were to go belly-up right now, I’d probably get a 235.
Dave
240/245 is then next gen of 230/235. Might check those.
RunningEsq.
I have the 245 music. Have had it for about 10 runs or so. Love it so far.
I am old school and had the 305 for a number of years. I loved that one. In fact, it still works.