№ |
Name |
Rating |
Nomination |
1 | Casio Pro Trek PRG-240T-7E | 4.89 | Convenient sunrise and sunset schedule |
2 | Suunto Core All Black | 4.69 | High sensor accuracy |
3 | Casio G-Shock GW-9400-1E | 4.61 | Reliable model |
4 | Fishfinder watch LUCKY FF518 | 4.49 | Specialized echo sounder for fishermen |
1 | Garmin Instinct | 4.82 | Best price |
2 | Suunto 9 Baro | 4.51 | Most popular model |
3 | Polar Grit X Pro | 4.49 | Military strength standard |
4 | Garmin Fenix 6 | 4.44 | The widest functionality |
All watches for use in fishing or hunting conditions can be divided into 2 categories. The first is quartz, the so-called "classic" watches. The second is a smart watch with great functionality. Regardless of the type of device, they must meet two main requirements: reliability and durability.
Reliability means the use of accurate sensors, no or minimal deviations in the indicators of navigators and readers of environmental conditions.Durability implies the use of quality construction: impact-resistant materials, mechanical control, scratch resistance of the screen. Also, when choosing the best watches for fishing and hunting, it is important to consider the following:
Barometer. Measures ambient pressure. Allows you to determine if it will rain by lowering the indicators. Also, with sharp fluctuations in indicators, it is possible to predict the behavior of fish.
Thermometer. Not only monitors changes in weather conditions, but helps hunters predict the movement of animals.
Compass. The built-in option allows you to abandon a separate gadget. After all, even not too high accuracy in the clock makes it easy to navigate the terrain.
Moisture protection. A must for both anglers and hunters. Moreover, for the first, the water resistance should be within 50-100 WR, which means that the device can be submerged in water by 5-10 m.
Battery capacity. Quartz watches can easily run on one battery for months and years. But smart men's watches should be equipped with a battery capable of working for several days in a row even in GPS tracking mode.
GPS. The option applies mainly to smart watches, it is practically not used in quartz watches. However, its need is judged by how far a person travels from familiar places.
Operating temperatures. Most survival watches operate between -20 and +50 degrees, which is sufficient for most users. However, some models offer a range of -10, they are perfect for lovers of summer or autumn-spring adventures.
Other Options. Sunrise and sunset detection is a useful option to indicate what time the sun starts to rise or set. A depth gauge may also come in handy.
Our rating includes models from brands that have been on the market for a long time and are considered the most reliable: Garmin, Casio, Suunto, Polar. There is also a unique wrist echo sounder in our top that will appeal to avid fishermen.
The best quartz watches for hunting and fishing
The category includes men's watches with options for a thermometer, barometer, and high durability. They are powered by a battery or a solar battery, and also have only push-button control. The best devices have been selected that have proven the accuracy of work for many years.
Top 4. Fishfinder watch LUCKY FF518
Among echo sounders, this is the most popular wrist model, according to reviews and requests on Yandex.Market.
- Price: 9 304 rubles.
- Country Russia
- Waterproof: IPX4
- Operating temperature: -10…+50
- Dial size: 45 x 50 mm
- Weight: 100 g
The LUCKY FF518 device is somewhat different from ordinary wristwatches, but it takes its place in our rating due to its convenience and efficiency. The echo sounder shows time, temperature, but is also able to display depth, bottom topography and the presence of fish of different sizes. Powered by a transducer cast close to shore at a maximum depth of 45m. Customers love the handheld design of this device, the lightness and ease of use. IPX4 rating means complete splash and rain resistance. However, the accuracy of the data is not always high, and the echo sounder does not determine the type of fish from time to time.In any case, the device will be useful for the fisherman and will facilitate the process of finding a "fishing place".
- Stable fish display
- Convenient float transducer
- Can be worn with the screen facing or away from you
- Sensor inaccuracy
Top 3. Casio G-Shock GW-9400-1E
These Casios have proven to be resistant to shock, water, dirt. Many users called them the best protected.
- Price: 29 440 rubles.
- Country: Japan (produced in China, Thailand)
- Waterproof: WR200
- Operating temperature: -10…+60
- Dial size: 53.50 x 55.20mm
- Weight: 93g
The CASIO G-Shock GW-9400-1E men's watch model is included in our rating of the best due to the perfect balance of functionality, appearance and reliability. The dial of the device is made of mineral glass of special strength, and a strongly protruding bezel that prevents shock inspires special confidence. Barometer, altimeter and compass work well. The solar battery has become a great solution - even a cloudy day is enough to recharge the device. But the downside was the thermometer. For accurate measurements, the watch will have to be removed from the hand. Among the minuses, they also note the weak vibration of the alarm clock and the lack of calibration by radio signal, since there are no Casio towers in Russia. Otherwise, this watch has earned praise for its durability, dial resistance to dirt and ease of use.
- Solar battery
- The most convenient stopwatch
- Dirt-resistant housing
- Balanced Design
- Claimed radio calibration does not work in Russia
- I can't hear the alarm clock
- Temperature measurement only when the watch is removed
Top 2. Suunto Core All Black
According to most buyers, the barometer, thermometer and depth gauge show very accurate data.
- Price: 19 590 rubles.
- Country: Finland (made in China)
- Waterproof: WR30
- Operating temperature: -20…+60
- Dial size: 49.1 x 49.1mm
- Weight: 64g
The SUUNTO Core All-Black watch is a real find for nature lovers, hunters and fishermen. The built-in compass is complemented by very accurate sensors, as well as the option to set a point to which you can then return to the pointer on the watch. Due to all this, the device occupies one of the leading places in our rating. Moreover, the universal design allows you to use the watch as a casual watch. And comfort in wearing is appreciated not only by men, but also by women. An extremely useful option has been implemented for fishermen - the analysis of pressure indicators with the output of a graph for the day. But there are also disadvantages, the main of which is the belt. It wears out quickly and needs to be replaced. And all these shortcomings, according to customer reviews, fade against the backdrop of the reliability of the mechanism, ease of use and watch settings.
- High precision barometer and depth gauge
- Specifying the path to a previously specified point
- Saving pressure graphs
- Weak backlight
- There are abrasions on the strap
Top 1. Casio Pro Trek PRG-240T-7E
The function is praised by fishermen and hunters, noting the accuracy, detail and ease of reading.
- Price: 22 340 rubles.
- Country: Japan
- Waterproof: WR100
- Operating temperature: -20…+60
- Dial size: 57.3 x 50.9mm
- Weight: 111g
The best men's watch for hunting and fishing is the Pro Trek PRG-240T-7E model from Casio. And they got to the first place in our rating because they have proven resistance to all external influences. Dozens of reviews confirm their reliability, as well as high accuracy. But their main advantage over others is the flawless operation of all sensors and a convenient sunrise and sunset schedule, which is especially useful when fishing and hunting. The compass in this model works a little better than in other products from Casio, and the solar battery even after 5-6 years of operation charges men's watches in just half a day. And the most common drawback, according to buyers, is the heaviness of the structure due to the titanium belt. But even this problem is easily solved, because the strap of the device is removable.
- Accurate sunrise and sunset schedule
- Bright backlight
- Solar battery
- Ultra-precise sensors and compass
- heavy construction
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The best smart watches for hunting and fishing
Smart watches are a separate category of fishing devices with wide functionality. They can be used for sports training, and for viewing notifications from a smartphone, and even for listening to music. We have prepared a rating of the most "survivable" devices that can work from 3-4 days with periodic inclusion of GPS.
Top 4. Garmin Fenix 6
The watch has sports options, and all sensors, including a barometer and a compass, as well as convenient synchronization with the phone and communication with the Ministry of Emergency Situations when registering an accident.
- Price: 88 530 rubles.
- Country: USA
- Waterproof: WR100
- Operating temperature: -20…+45
- Dial size: 47 x 47 mm
- Weight: 80 g
The Garmin Fenix 6 sports watch is equipped with an ultra-precise compass, as well as pressure and altitude sensors, due to which it is used by many hunters and anglers. Traditionally, Garmin watches have a ton of useful features, including tracking heart rate, energy levels, and blood oxygen. And for those who like to climb into the wilds of the forest, the GPS function and the registration of accidents with data transmission to the Ministry of Emergency Situations will be especially useful. The battery life of the device is solid - up to 36 hours in navigation mode. Buyers note resistance to any dirt, rain, as well as mechanical damage. Users like the implementation of smart watches using buttons rather than a sensor. And of the minuses, one can only single out the very high price of the top Garmin series.
- Convenient button control
- Battery lasts 14 days without GPS
- Assistance and accident detection function
- Solar Charging
- High price
- GPS sensor sometimes "buggy"
Top 3. Polar Grit X Pro
Sapphire crystal and materials designed for heavy-duty use in accordance with the American military standard.
- Price: 62 990 rubles.
- Country: Finland
- Waterproof: WR100
- Operating temperature: -20…+50
- Dial size: 49 x 49 mm
- Weight: 79g
The men's watch Polar Grit X Pro will be an excellent choice for lovers of forest adventures and hunting. It has everything you need to build a route, including the option to return to the starting point, as well as an accurate compass, altimeter and an excellent satellite navigation system. A barometer and a calendar of sunrises with a schedule will also suit fishermen.According to buyers, the declared reliability of the design justifies expectations. And, unlike the regular model without Pro, the shortcomings of the bezel and strap are taken into account and finalized here. And such a minus as insufficient screen brightness is most often solved by changing the type of interface.
- Return path option
- Convenient sunrise and sunset calendar
- Flawless Build
- Low screen brightness
Top 2. Suunto 9 Baro
Only on Yandex.Market, from 5,000 to 12,000 people are interested in it every month.
- Price: 57 590 rubles.
- Country: Finland
- Waterproof: WR100
- Operating temperature: -20…+55
- Dial size: 50 x 50mm
- Weight: 81g
Among men's watches for hunting and fishing, Suunto 9 Baro is confidently ahead of the competition. The accuracy of the barometer, compass and temperature sensor is beyond doubt here. But the same cannot be said about the altimeter - its data has deviations of 15-20 m. Customers like the quality of the glass, the ease of controlling smart watches, and the user-friendly interface. Autonomy is at its best, up to 40 hours in active GPS mode, and this indicator has practically no analogues in the price category up to 90,000 rubles. The barometer deserves special praise for its accuracy. In general, a successful, reliable model, which for several years of operation has proved that you can rely on it.
- Excellent scratch resistance
- Excellent autonomy
- Simple and clear interface
- Inaccurate altimeter
Top 1. Garmin Instinct
Watches are at least 12% cheaper than other models.
- Price: 45 500 rubles.
- Country: USA
- Waterproof: WR100
- Operating temperature: -20…+60
- Dial size: 45 x 45 mm
- Weight: 53g
The best smartwatch for hunting and fishing Garmin Instinct took first place due to its indestructibility. They are built to military standard, have many sports features, as well as accurate environmental tracking sensors. And all this in an ultra-light case with an optimal dial size. The battery is capable of running for more than 40 hours in GPS mode, and this is without solar charging, which greatly increases the reserve of smart watches. Fishermen and hunters note the convenience of navigating the terrain with this device. Among the shortcomings of this Garmin model, there is a mention of the complexity of the interface. To understand the settings of Garmin men's watches, you will have to study the instructions for a couple of days and memorize the commands. But buyers have no questions about reliability, autonomy and sensor parameters.
- Recharging from a solar battery
- Support for predefined routes
- Easy change straps
- Reliable bezel
- Complicated menu
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