Garmin S40 vs. S60

[Jetierney13]

My apologies if this has already been discussed elsewhere but I was hoping to get feedback from anyone who has owned these. I am just trying to figure out if the S60 is really worth an extra $150 while the S40 is on sale.

 

Thank you!

[JustinM]

The S60 is only $50 more at Golf Galaxy and yes it’s worth the extra money because of really one big function and that’s slope. The S60 has slope and the S40 does not. Great watches for golf but that’s really about it.

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[Jetierney13]

Thank you! Much appreciated

[Steelhead]

We have the s40 and s60. If you don’t need the slope , maybe save the dough. We find either one accurate and easy to use.

[sheldonjhacker]

Anyone have/use the Club Sensor technology bundle with these to track your shots ?

[howaboutme]

I purchased the 3 pack to use on my S20. I've only used it for 2 rounds because of covid-19 so definitely not enough for a full opinion. So far, I like it. I already used the internal shot tracking feature and manual adjustments even before so this was a natural addition for 2 of my wedges and putter. The sensors were easy to attach and paired the 1st time and within seconds. One the course, the watch picks up the club pretty smoothly, even if you take multiples during cart path only days. One you drop the other clubs, it usually knows which one you are using. The putter sensor works well and is very sensitive. Don't get me wrong, there will be hiccups but you can go back into the app or website (website is easier for obvious reasons) and adjust as necessary. It did screw up a bit (maybe lock up) for about 5 or 6 holes during my first round. But even at that time, it picked up the shots, just not the clubs.

There is a routine you have to keep to make sure it works like how you hold the club so it senses correctly, how you store it so the battery doesn't just drain, etc. Good thing is it uses regular watch batteries and easy to change. For me, it seems to be good. Though I'm using it on a S20, I'd love to upgrade to a S60 or S62 at some point in the future to get extra features, color, larger screen, maps, etc. Hope this helps.

[ski350]

Garmin S40 and S62 on sale currently.... $75 and $50 off I think.... might pull trigger on S40 at $249. S62 and $449 still seems steep.

[howaboutme]

Hmm..Good to know. Does anyone know what Garmin does for Black Friday's typically?

I have a S20 already so not in a hurry but would love the S62. I can certainly wait for the best time.

[jasonTeI3]

S60 at Costco for like $230. One thing I noticed on mine however is that the slope function was drastically different from my buddies rangefinder. The S60 didn’t seem to give much difference in playing distance compared to the rangefinder.

[eastriver]

Would you mind checking the S40 price at Costco for us? I don't have a membership so can't see the 'member only' prices. $230 for the S60 sounds like a great deal.

[Bamabowtie]

Garmin S60 is listed as $329 on Costco membership. S40 is not listed. When I saw $230 I immediately ran to their webpage to purchase it.

[jasonTeI3]

I got one for $230 last week. Sorry if it expired. My wife actually bought it for me.

[eastriver]

thanks! I love me a good deal. will keep an eye out for the future.

I've got a question for the Garmin users in here: does anyone have an opinion on Garmin vs Apple Watch for golf GPS? I had an apple and it was ok not great (using TrackMyGolf), but I managed to smash it. Thinking of getting another, but also considering going for an S40.