In short, yes. However, it may not be the best option because there are watches specifically designed for golf. The best golf watch gps tend to be those designed by brands who specifically manufacture GPS products.
What Can You Expect From An Apple Watch On The Golf Course?
The most recent Apple Watch is the Series 8 which you can wear while you play golf. While it is not specifically a golf watch, by using a third party app you can make-do. Many of these apps require a payment or full subscriptions to access their full potential. Also, many of the apps calculate distance from the phone so if your phone is not on you when you are playing your shot the distance could be wrong. While the Apple Watch will suffice as a golf watch there are certainly better options available.
Searching for the ideal golf watch depends on the needs of each individual. All watches offer something different, therefore knowing what you want is crucial. There are many options to consider when determining which watch will best aid you on the course.
What Are The Best Alternative Golf Watches To Aid You On The Course?
Garmin Approach S62 GPS watch
The Approach S62 is stylish and easy-to-use. With a 1.3” full-color touchscreen display it is clear to see even in bright sunlight. The watch has up to 20 hours of battery life so it doesn’t need to be charged too regularly. The S62 comes with the PinPointer compass and hazard view along with other great features. You can also wear the watch when swimming, running and cycling.
Shot Scope X5 GPS watch
The X5 is perhaps the most technical watch on the market because it comes with 16 2nd Gen RFID tracking tags which plug into the butt of each club to track over 100 statistics from every aspect of your golf game in order to help you improve. The glare-resistant full-color 1.2” touchscreen display makes it incredibly easy to navigate through distances to front/middle/back, hazard, greens and doglegs. The watch is pre-loaded with 36,000 courses.
Bushnell Ion Edge GPS Watch
The ION Edge by Bushnell delivers the basics to a really high standard. With a built in shot-distance calculator all your stats and scores can be uploaded to the Bushnell Golf Mobile App for analysis. The display is very easy to read and navigate.
Garmin Approach S12 GPS watch
The Approach S12 comes in at a very affordable price point. It is extremely easy to navigate the 1.3” high-resolution display despite not being touchscreen. The standout with this watch is the 30 hours golfing battery life which is super impressive. Also, it comes with an astounding 42,000 courses pre-loaded.
TecTecTec Ult-G GPS watch
The Ult-G watch is an amazing watch for less than £100. This watch delivers incredibly on the basics, providing accurate front, middle and back numbers. The watch is not touchscreen but is extremely easy to navigate with the four buttons. It has a battery life which rivals the majority of the top brands.
