Garmin Descent G1 vs Shearwater

[sonofthesea3]

I'm looking at getting a Shearwater or Garmin G1 and had some questions if anyone had some info. The G1 seems to be a better deal as its a smartwatch and can be used for day to day life. However, I see online that many people have had Garmin dive watches fail during dives regardless of the model. Does anyone have any insights on the reliability of a Garmin, specifically the G1? The overall functionality of the G1 seems appealing but am aware that Shearwaters are the preffered brand, and value reliablity over all else. Cheers.

 

[abrmy]

I got the g1 so I can justify the cost if I use it everyday. If i get to dive more often I’d go for the Shearwater peregrine instead. But so far over a hundred dives spread out over two years, the g1 still rocks. No issues at all. I’ve even dropped it and bashed it on concrete and on boat ladders multiple times.

 

[flymolo]

the g1 is pretty good but it's a little hard to see at times. i prefer the screen and buttons of the teric.

the g1 is decent for workouts although i question the accuracy of the heart rate monitor as it won't read correctly if it's not on tightly enough.

 

[flymolo]

also, programming gasses into the g1 kinda sucks but if it's only one or two it won't matter much