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I'll be honest, I bought this as a backup to my Forerunner 610, and can't really be compared because of the difference in these two watches. That being said, this watch is definitely a decent bit of kit and realistically the only watch I should be using. Linking to sensors is extremely quick. This watch only uses HRM data and foot pod, so it is specifically a running watch. However, as a running watch it is awesome. Easy to use straight away, and needs much less setup than the more complicated watches. GPS linkup was reasonably quick, after my first link (which took a bit longer) accuracy was great. I will always use the footpod where possible, just in case GPS drops out. but that is me erring on the sidfe of caution. I've never had a gps drop out on me. The memory size is fantastic, I can take this on holiday, and not worry about needing the computer with me, approx 180 hours of data. However, I still need the charger. This has about the average gps watch battery life. so almost 8 hours, though some people get a bit more out of it. this watch is comfortable, and small enough for my girly wrists. I can get away with using it for daily use (thats 3 weeks of ordinary watch use in battery terms) and the backlight is bordering blindingly bright. the only downside is the limited data collection, but then again, that is why this watch is cheaper. there is no bike compatibility, or changeable data fields. But it can be used as just a HRM if you want. A very good watch, and realistically all a RUNNER needs. (with some tweaking in Garmin connect, it can be used for cycling too I might add) Data is a little slower to transfer than the 610 model, but still faster than my old nike watch, charging is also fairly quick. If you think you might like it, and you are only a runner, buy this one, and put the extra money you were going to put into a polar rcx5 or forerunner 610 into some new shoes :)Read full review