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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 681 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers admire the vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch for its impressive battery life, with users reporting it can last up to 10 days. The watch's overall performance is also well-received, with users saying that it works well. In addition, customers find the watch easy to use.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Bluetooth Connectivity Issues

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was my third Garmin vivoactive smartwatch. I bought the vivoactive 5 because my vivoactive 3 had started to have problems with Bluetooth connectivity with my phone. I had figured it was due to Garmin no longer providing software updates for the vivoactive 3. Unfortunately that does not seem to be the case. Once again with my new vivoactive 5. I am having connectivity issues with my phone. According to Garmin support, the issue is the location of my phone and the watch. That cannot be true. I wake up on a regular basis to find that my phone and watch are no longer connected. Despite the fact that they are no more than a foot away from each other throughout the night. This means a key feature of the smartwatch - sleep tracking - is not functional. Instead, I get a message that there is no sleep data. In addition, I have to go through the process of reconnecting the phone every morning. I suppose if it was just once a day that would be okay. But I also have connectivity issues throughout the day. I will no longer be purchasing a Garmin smartwatch. That is too bad because the fitness tracking and quality of watch is pretty good.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best Battery

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The battery life is amazing with a full charge this watch is good for 8 to 9 days before you need a full charge. Very User friendly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a pretty cool watch, i just wish i could respond to text messages. Other than than it's great and better than the apple watch i returned

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good fitness watch with enough bells and whistles

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has many apps, with the ability to track a wide range of activities. Just wish recovery heart rate would be measured. Nice size, not overly large. Good watch for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    long lasting battery

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing watch and more importantly long battery life. (a week plus)

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Overall

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great variety of watch faces that you can change to customize. Keep amazing track of your stress level oxygen and heart rate. Spot on on monitoring your sleep 10 day battery makes us a perfect watch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Replaced an old FitBit

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replaced my old and dying FitBit with this. Was hoping to get something with more relevant features for me. It doesn't track elevation even though it has a spot for that on the display. Having it for a few months now, I wish I would've just stuck with another FitBit. It's about the same for $100 cheaper than this watch

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dependable!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the Vivoactive series by Garmin. This is my 3rd one and they never disappoint. Very durable and accurate!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fitness watch for runners

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it! Battery life is amazing and I love the coaching feature.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Will buy again

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch, amazing battery life. My husband loves it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch, great price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent watch for the price, has a great screen along with all of the features needed for running etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Vivoactive

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch, wonderful features. Unfortunately will cause you to break out if you have a nickel allergy. Other than that it’s worth the investment.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great. Tracks all my info. Fit is good. Not heavy and comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Recommend purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch for activity tracking. Good value on sale

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Long Battery Life

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Smartwatch, Very Long Battery Life Many Features, can be customized the way you like it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect!!!! Fit perfect and the battery life is awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Timing is key

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch! My sons loves it. He had been wanting one and glad it was affordable at Best Buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loving it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been a loyal apple watch person which to garman and i have zero regrets

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great buy. Touchscreen and user friendly. Tracks all my activities.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Husband loves it!! Battery long last for 12 days!!

    I would recommend this to a friend