Our verdict

If you like to move fast and would rather not raise a laser on every shot, a GPS watch like the S70 is the answer — the distance to the green is right there on your wrist on every hole. The AMOLED display stays bright and clear even in blazing sun, and Virtual Caddie helps anyone who still struggles to judge yardage pick a club with confidence. Take it off the course and it works as a health watch too. It’s one watch that covers both your golf and your daily life.

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Standout features

Pros

  • Maps for 43,000+ courses worldwide on a bright, sharp AMOLED display you can read in full sun
  • Virtual Caddie factors in wind and your average distances to recommend a club
  • Doubles as an everyday watch with heart-rate and sleep tracking — better value than buying two

Consider

  • Pricey compared with a typical GPS watch
  • Feature-heavy, so beginners may not use all of it

Specs at a glance

MeasuresFront/middle/back green distances, hazards, stats
ConnectivityBluetooth/Wi-Fi to Garmin Golf
BatteryDozens of hours in golf mode
Water resistance5 ATM, safe to get wet
WeightLight and comfortable to wear all round