HomeTactical & SurvivalFix, Don’t Nix: Coros Launches Repair Program for Watches, Bike Computers

Fix, Don’t Nix: Coros Launches Repair Program for Watches, Bike Computers

Published on

Weekly Newsletter

To be updated with all the latest news, offers and special announcements.

The outdoor shelf life of your GPS watch could last even longer, thanks to a new repair program from Coros. The California-based smartwatch brand just launched a repair program meant to lengthen the life of its high-tech devices, including watches and bike computers. It’s a welcome option for anyone who has busted a dial or cracked a screen while going hard in the outdoors.

Since athletes using GPS watches tend to be pretty serious about their routines, Coros also says you can expect to receive a refurbished device within a week.

“All Coros devices are built with tough screens and durable cases, and they receive regular firmware updates to ensure they withstand years of intense use,” the brand said in an announcement. “However, in the rare event of damage or functional issues, the new repair service ensures that customers get the maximum longevity and value out of their device.”

Possible repairs include replacing a broken screen, button, or digital dial. A defective battery can also be replaced. In those cases, customers will receive a temporary replacement as soon as they ship their broken device. That applies to all current Coros devices, including the Pace 3, Apex 2 and Apex 2 Pro, Vertix 2S, and the Dura Solar GPS bike computer.

Comparison to the Competition

Coros isn’t the only smartwatch maker offering repairs. Apple also has a repair-and-swap service through AppleCare+, but it seems to cost a bit more. Replacing the battery on an Apple Watch will cost $100, according to the company’s cost estimate calculator.

That same repair ranges from $60 to $90 for Coros, according to its list of repair costs. Fixing a screen, dial, or button costs a bit more, ranging from $80 to $120, depending on the watch.

Garmin also has a repair service for out-of-warranty devices that’s somewhat similar to Coros. It’s also possible to receive a replacement device within 1-3 days “after your return product has been processed.” Garmin does not offer a pricing chart to show how much a given repair will cost, however.

More broadly, Coros has joined a growing movement in the outdoor industry toward boosting the lifespan of products through repair and resale.

Patagonia now sets up shop to fix broken apparel, even from other brands. Last fall, Specialized announced a similar program for bike repairs. Even fishing gear brand Orvis aims to boost sustainability through the repairs of rods and other gear.



Read the full article here

Latest articles

Wyoming School Systems Scramble to Adjust to End of Gun-Free Zones in State

The state of Wyoming basically killed...

Is Japan’s Financial System On The Verge Of Collapsing?

This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog.  Is the...

More like this

NYC Mom Hit by Stray Bullet Has Interesting Take

New York is very proud of...

Epic Occupations: Building the Future of Mountain Biking in New Mexico

Before they launched Rocket Ramps, Ted Jaramillo and Henry Lanman were just two kids...

Puff Piece on New York ‘Red Flag’ Law Has Some Red Flags of Its Own

The number of "red flag" petitions...

Chicken Exporters From Brazil Deal With Cargo Rejections As Bird Flu Spreads

Chicken exporters in Brazil are bracing for the cargo rejections as the bird flu...

Gun Control Advocates Freak Over Forced-Reset Triggers

Forced-reset triggers aren't machine guns, but...

Latest Strava Updates Use AI to Recommend Routes, Level Leaderboards, and More

The weekend comes, and there’s an urge to shake up your routine. It’s time...