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Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch

Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch

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$249.95at eBayChecked Nov 9

17% under what the other stores charge

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  • Last seen at $249.95 at eBay on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 12 stores.

Our take on the Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch

The Approach S44 is Garmin's mid-range golf GPS watch: a 43mm case with a 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, more than 43,000 preloaded courses and front, middle and back green distances. It keeps score on the wrist and uploads rounds to the Garmin Golf app for stats and handicap. It sits above the entry Approach S42 and below the S50 and S70, which add a color course map and green contours without a subscription. Buyers who want a bright, readable distance watch with scorekeeping get the essentials here; those who want full hole maps or a built-in swing sensor should look higher up the line. Reviewers generally rate the screen and battery life well and note the plastic build and the paid membership for advanced features.

Best forGolfers who want distances and scorekeeping on the wristPlayers upgrading from a basic GPS watch or phone appRangefinder-free rounds on unfamiliar courses
Pros
  • Bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen readable in sunlight
  • 43,000+ preloaded courses, no downloads before a round
  • Front, middle and back green distances plus hazard view
  • Scorekeeping with upload to Garmin Golf for stats and handicap
  • Light 43mm case that wears comfortably through a round
  • Multi-day battery life, so charging is a weekly chore
Cons
  • No color hole map or green contours without a Garmin Golf membership
  • No PlaysLike Distance or touch targeting out of the box
  • Club tracking needs separately sold Approach CT10 sensors
  • Plastic build feels less premium than the S70
  • No built-in swing tempo or launch-monitor features

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    Availability unknownSold by surplustechnology-0 (99.8% positive, 29,200 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $198.00+ $10.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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    Availability unknownSold by gpscity (99.8% positive, 149,200 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

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Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $249.99 on Nov 9 at Rock Bottom Golf. Tracked across 11 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners like the bright screen, quick GPS lock and simple scorekeeping, and most say the battery lasts several rounds. The common complaints are the plastic feel and the extra membership needed for maps and PlaysLike Distance.

What people mention
  • DisplayPraisedOwners say the AMOLED screen is bright and easy to read in direct sunlight.
  • BatteryPraisedReviewers report the watch lasts several rounds between charges.
  • GPSPraisedUsers say it locks onto the course quickly at the start of a round.
  • BuildCriticisedSome owners find the plastic case less premium than the S70.
  • MembershipCriticisedBuyers dislike that course maps and PlaysLike Distance need a Garmin Golf membership.
  • ScorekeepingPraisedScore entry on the watch and upload to Garmin Golf are described as simple.

From Rock Bottom Golf

  • 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display (43mm) shows yardages to green, hazards and layups
  • 43,000+ preloaded courses with distance to front, middle and back of the green
  • Hazard view for bunkers, water hazards and layups
  • Garmin Golf membership adds enhanced CourseView maps, green contour data, PlaysLike Distance and touch targeting
  • Pair with optional Approach CT10 club tracking sensors (sold separately) for automatic shot tracking
  • Keep score on the watch and upload to Garmin Golf for stat tracking and handicap calculation
Guarantee
30 Day Electronics Performance Guarantee: return for full store credit within 30 days of purchase, limited to one store credit return.
Returns
Contact customer service within 30 days of purchase; prior written approval and RA number required; customer pays return shipping; original receipt, all compone
Shipping
Ships within 2-3 business days; ships directly from the manufacturer via Economy service only (no Express or International); may not ship outside the United Sta
In the box
Approach S44 GPS golf watch, Charging/data cable, Documentation

About the Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch

The Garmin Approach S44 is a golf GPS smartwatch with a 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen in a 43 mm case. It comes with more than 43,000 preloaded courses and shows yardages to the front, middle and back of the green. Hazard view shows bunkers, water hazards and layups.

A Garmin Golf membership adds enhanced CourseView maps, green contour data, PlaysLike Distance and touch targeting. You can keep score on the watch and upload rounds to Garmin Golf for stat tracking and handicap calculation.

The watch pairs with optional Approach CT10 club tracking sensors for automatic shot tracking. The sensors are sold separately.

Display
1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen
Case size
43 mm
Courses
43,000+ preloaded
Distances
Front, middle and back of green
Hazards
Bunkers, water hazards and layups
Membership features
CourseView maps, green contours, PlaysLike Distance, touch targeting (Garmin Golf membership)
Compatibility
Approach CT10 sensors (sold separately)
In the box
Approach S44 watch, charging/data cable, documentation

Questions and answers

Do I need a subscription to use the S44?
No. Distances to the green and hazards, scorekeeping and course downloads work without one. A Garmin Golf membership adds enhanced CourseView maps, green contours, PlaysLike Distance and touch targeting.
How is it different from the Approach S42?
The S44 has a larger 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen and a 43mm case, where the S42 uses a smaller, lower-resolution display. Both have preloaded courses and scorekeeping; the S44 is the brighter, more readable watch.
Does it show a map of the hole?
Only with a Garmin Golf membership, which unlocks enhanced CourseView maps and green contours. Without it you get distances to the front, middle and back of the green plus hazard and layup views.
Can it track my shots automatically?
Not on its own. Automatic shot tracking needs Approach CT10 club sensors, which are sold separately. Without them you enter your score manually on the watch.
What is in the box?
The Approach S44 watch, a charging/data cable and documentation. No club sensors or extra bands are included.
Is it waterproof?
It carries Garmin's 5 ATM water rating, so rain and hand washing are fine. It is not built for swimming or diving.
Where is the Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch cheapest?
At eBay, for $249.95, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Garmin Approach S44 Golf GPS Smartwatch?
12 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Rock Bottom Golf, The Home Depot, Best Buy, Abt Electronics.

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