Garmin MARQ (Gen 3) vs Apple Watch Ultra 4

Garmin MARQ (Gen 3)

Garmin MARQ (Gen 3)

vsApple Watch Ultra 4

Apple Watch Ultra 4

Garmin MARQ (Gen 3)Apple Watch Ultra 4
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 MARQ—
MaterialsGrade 5 titanium, sapphire lens, ceramic bezel inlays; model-specific straps and bracelets—
BatteryUp to 18 days in smartwatch mode (Garmin claims)—
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)Satellite Emergency SOS, Find My and Messages (free for two years with activation)
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 app—
Case—Natural and black titanium (3D-printed, 100 percent recycled titanium)
Chip—S11
Health Sensors—Health Sensing System: optical and electrical heart sensors, heart rate every five seconds
Battery (everyday)—Up to 50 h; up to 84 h in Low Power Mode
Battery (workout)—Extended Workout up to 25 h; Max Extended Workout up to 45 h with GPS every second
Charging—15 minutes adds up to 18 h of battery life
GPS—Apple states the most accurate on-device GPS in a sports watch
Software—watchOS 27 with Siri AI
Price—From $799 in the U.S.