Altimeter/elevation? Garmin's specifications page says it does not have a barometric altimeter...so can it measure altitude/elevation?
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It does but it's a little flakey, and that's with good satellite coverage. GPS' just don't work so great when it comes to elevation. The 305 does work 'good enough' though. I do all my runs on mountains so elevation and grades are very important factors. I'm satisfied enough.
1768931
Have not dove with it yet....The altimeter functions very well and is accurate.
1242029
I haven't used the altimeter readings too often, but checking against the topo map of where I live, it seemed to be within 20 feet without calibration, and within 10 after calibration (for that day)
808868
there are several different models. the premium model has everything including an altimeter. I think mine has a compass that shows a heading to a waypoint, but we are in Mexico right now and I don't have it with me.
1401496
Do either of these units have a useful elevation feature. We drive in mountains often and like knowing current altitude (elevation). Thank you
1076549
I've used mine for road a couple 5k races since purchasing & it has registered both at 3.11 mi... Much more accurate than my phone. I've also used it for some Nordic skiing on trails in the woods & it has been very accurate as well when uploading to Garmin connect & Strava. Additionally, it's worked really well when I've used it with my bike - both inside with sensors & outside. The elevation gain doesnt seem to be as accurate as my garmin edge, but again better than my phone. Hope that helps.
184029
The 301 gives elevation info while tracking sats...it does not have the altimeter function like the 401 however the sat elevation is very accurate. Hope this helps.
1028401
Yes, in as much as the built in altimeter is accurate. This is old tech, newer companies offer better products an besides, much, much more importantly other companies may offer better support. From first hand experience, Fitbit customer service is atrocious, and that is very generous!!
1975417
Altitude or more specifically elevation is recorded and reviewable once uploaded to your computer via MySports but you cannot see this measurement on the watch's screen. I am sure if there was enough demand, the engineers at TomTom could program the watch to display it.
2249980
This model does include altimeter functionality that uses barometric pressure for the measurement. That mean that weather changes can have an affect on the measurements. The functions include total climb and an altimeter profile for a given ride (a small graph of the changes during a ride). I'm in Houston so that chart is nearly always flat, but the features do seem to work as expected.
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The temp sensor is sold separately for 25-30 bucks. Find at Amazon as accessory for a watch, but works on compatible Garmin GPS also. I would look it up on Garmin site for compatibility. Has good reviews except for accuracy. Probably makes a difference whether you have it close to your body or out in open air
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As far as I know, all GPSs track altitud as long as they have acquire signals from more than 3/4 satellites. I have this GPS module and I get altitude readings. Hope this helps.
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I found a GARMIN GPS III PLUS (can be found on AMAZON usually used but sometimes someone has a new one) to be perfect on my quad. It provides features not found in combination on any GPS currently in production that I have found. I won't go thru all the features here as there are so many, but for me, it provides everything I could want in exploring remote areas of AZ except a gas gauge for the quad! Mine is clamped to the handlebars and runs off vehicle power so no battery life problems. Check one out and save yourself a lot of money while getting the capabilities a new one can't provide.
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Hi, The options for this GPS are amazing. I only use as a backup to navigate on the water and it never fails me. Topography is not something that I have ever used the Garmin Montana for. I hope my answer helped. Capt. M. Price
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Not on the watch, but in the Run Details it shows the altitude, i guess from the GPS
1149358
Sort of. It works for tracking and elevation. However it doesn't come with any topographic or trail maps. You will need to load maps if you intend to use them, which you probably do. There are free maps available to download online. I think the best site is GPS File Depot.
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No, this model is the step down. Although it will sync with my bluetooth 4.0 bike computer and show cadence from that, but no altimeter. I didn't get the altimeter model because although it shows you instantaneous gain on a climb or descent, it's not something I would be looking at while working out. When you upload your workouts to the computer it shows your elevation profile which is enough for me.