Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro)
Fitness · 2024 · Pro
Apple Watch Series 10
S10 SiP · 46 mm · Thinner case
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) lands at 90 and Apple Watch Series 10 at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) if…
- ✓Extended battery life vs smartwatches
- ✓Sleep + recovery metrics
- ✓Activity-specific modes
Pick Apple Watch Series 10 if…
- ✓Brightest Series display yet
- ✓Noticeably thinner
- ✓Sleep apnea + health suite
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testHealth
Apple Watch Series 10Compared on the health sub-score
Apple Watch Series 10 leads on health (94 vs 90).
Fitness
TieCompared on the fitness sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Durability
Apple Watch Series 10Compared on the durability sub-score
Apple Watch Series 10 leads on durability (88 vs 84).
Value for money
Apple Watch Series 10Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Apple Watch Series 10 more score per dollar ($399 vs $749).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) | Apple Watch Series 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Fitness tracker / ring / bike computer | — |
| Variant | Pro | — |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Display | — | 46 mm LTPO Wide-angle OLED |
| Battery | — | 18 h (36 h low-power) |
| Water | — | 50 m |
| GPS | — | L1 |
Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro)
- +Extended battery life vs smartwatches
- +Sleep + recovery metrics
- +Activity-specific modes
- −Notifications limited
- −No smartwatch app store
- −Some require subscription
Apple Watch Series 10
- +Brightest Series display yet
- +Noticeably thinner
- +Sleep apnea + health suite
- −Still 18 h battery
- −iPhone required
- −No Ultra-grade GPS
FAQ: Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) vs Apple Watch Series 10
Which is better, Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) or Apple Watch Series 10? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) worth the price? +
At $749, Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.
Is Apple Watch Series 10 worth the price? +
At $399, Apple Watch Series 10 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Does Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) or Apple Watch Series 10 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for health, Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) or Apple Watch Series 10? +
Apple Watch Series 10 — leads on health (94 vs 90). Compared on the health sub-score.
Which is better for durability, Garmin Edge 1050 (Pro) or Apple Watch Series 10? +
Apple Watch Series 10 — leads on durability (88 vs 84). Compared on the durability sub-score.