Garmin Fenix 8 alternative: This cheap titanium smartwatch offers maps and diving features

Some readers may already be familiar with the wearable maker Mibro, which is now offering a new smartwatch called the Mibro GS Explorer S-Ti Premium. This watch retails for $349, while the base model is priced at $249. The cheaper model does not sport the titanium bracelet, although titanium is used in both variants. This material is intended to make the smartwatch durable and probably more resistant to scratches and damage.

The Mibro GS Explorer S-Ti is advertised as an alternative to the Garmin Fenix 8 series and targets users who are looking for a rugged wearable for outdoor usage. The watch has an internal storage for downloading maps for offline navigation even when no smartphone is connected. A dual-frequency GPS module is included, which is intended to provide fast and reliable location data.

As usual, optical sensors can measure heart rate and blood oxygen saturation, and sleep tracking is supported as well. The 1.32-inch AMOLED display has a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels and a peak brightness of up to 1,500 nits, while the typical battery life is listed at 20 days. Diving features are also included. Last but not least, the purported Garmin Fenix 8 competitor can be used for diving to a depth of 98 ft, and it can display data such as the current dive depth.