Garmin MARQ (Gen 3) vs Apple Watch Ultra 3

Garmin MARQ (Gen 3)

Garmin MARQ (Gen 3)

vsApple Watch Ultra 3

Apple Watch Ultra 3

Garmin MARQ (Gen 3)Apple Watch Ultra 3
CollectionSix models: Adventurer, Athlete, Aviator, Commander, Diver and Golfer; US prices start at $2,500—
Display1.4-inch borderless AMOLED display, the largest yet on a MARQLargest display of any Apple Watch (LTPO3, wide-angle OLED, borders 24% thinner), 1Hz Always-On refresh
MaterialsGrade 5 titanium, sapphire lens, ceramic bezel inlays; model-specific straps and bracelets—
BatteryUp to 18 days in smartwatch mode (Garmin claims)Up to 42 hours; up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode; 15 minutes of fast charging adds up to 12 hours
NavigationPreloaded worldwide TopoActive maps with address search; Preloaded ClimbPro on Adventurer—
ConnectivityLTE calls, Garmin Messenger text and voice messages, satellite or LTE messaging, SOS to Garmin Response, Garmin Locate (active plan required)5G cellular, built-in two-way satellite communications, dual-frequency GPS
HealthECG app (AFib detection, availability varies), stress, sleep, Pulse Ox, HRV, morning and evening reports—
FeaturesBuilt-in speaker and microphone, LED flashlight, customizable watch faces including World Timer, Panda and Flieger—
DurabilityLeakproof buttons on Adventurer and Diver; Diver supports scuba, apnea and snorkel activities up to 40 meters—
OSGarmin firmware; pairs with Android and iOS through the Garmin Connect appwatchOS 26 (requires iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26)
Case—Titanium (natural, black), 100% recycled titanium, 3D-printed
Health Sensors—Optical heart sensor with hypertension notifications, sleep score, ECG, blood oxygen, sleep apnea notifications, water temperature
Water Resistance—WR100; Oceanic+ dive computer app