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  • The text on the image is "GARMIN 1010".
  • Bright, colorful display and up to 11 days of battery life for an uninterrupted picture of your health.
  • Body Battery energy monitoring with personalized insights, plus sleep coaching and tips to improve. Data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked.
  • More than 30 built-in sports apps and workouts for strength, HIIT, cardio, and more.
  • Erin, check out this view from our hike! Get smart notifications, send texts, and more when paired to your smartphone. Viewable photos and sending texts are only available on Android. Android is a trademark of Google LLC.
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  • Sleep Coach: 7h 40m -20m Heart Rate: 68 Body Battery: 80 Mod
  • The image shows a Garmin watch with a blue band and a white stripe. The watch has a GPS and multi-GNSS feature, making it a versatile and functional device for outdoor activities. The watch is made in Taiwan and is designed to be worn on the wrist. The band is adjustable, allowing the wearer to customize the fit for a comfortable fit. The watch is also equipped with a quick release feature, making it easy to remove and use the watch separately from the band.
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Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Metallic Navy Aluminum and Navy - (2023)

Model:
010-02862-12
SKU:
10148842
Highly rated by customers for:
$219.99
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Comp. Value: $249.99

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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 761 reviews

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94%would recommend to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Garmin

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

    Good quality, works good, great price, easy website.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Metallic Navy Aluminum and Navy - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Love my new watch

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

    I liked this watch so much, i got my daughter one too

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Gold Aluminum and Ivory - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Amamzing watch

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

    I love this watch i am looking foward for more colors

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Gold Aluminum and Ivory - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • review

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

    easy to maneuver controls. lacks in keeping my attention.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • 10 month review

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been using this watch for ten months now. At first, I was happy. 9 months in, it won't stay connected to my phone. Last weekend, for no reason I can explain, the glass cracked while I was navigating the apps. Not cool.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent

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

    This is my third smartwatch and none like this one. Quick setup via the app. I love that I can monitor my stress levels and it's pretty accurate.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • very good

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

    Very nice watch. I used it and was satisfied. Great for running. General use is comfortable. I recommend it

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch at a decent price point

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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 Garmin infrastructure. HR sensor very accurate. Much better than my Fitbit Charge 5. Battery life around 8days in smart watch mode with PulseOx disabled, it is a battery hog. So far it the watch has motivated me to run 4 days a week via Garmin challenges!

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Awsome gift

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very excellent value for an outstanding price. My husband enjoys his gift daily.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch, good value

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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. Upgraded from previous model. New graphics are just ok, but has some nice be features and metrics. Great value as it combines sander capabilities with good fitness metrics.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great gift that lasts

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Does everything i need it to tracks so many different thinks. Steps heart oxygen, can set goals amd so much more

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • faulty watch

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

    I'm not sure if I had a faulty watch, but if my phone were in my pocket it would disconnect and reconnect several times a day. HR monitor was working well, I would be running and it would register at 70BPM.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      If you're experiencing an issue with your vivoactive 5, please go to support.garmin.com where you'll find many helpful FAQ's and video's on the functions of the device. If you still need assistance, please use the link to reach out to a product support associate. Garmin

  • Great gift

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

    This was a great gift. I have a lot of experience with Appel watch but she wanted a round face watch. From what I have heard it does a lot of the same thing my Apple does. The only complaint she had was how short the charging cable was.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great gift

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

    Bought for my 18 year old daughter who was hesitant to get a smart watch. She loves this watch.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Gold Aluminum and Ivory - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Watch

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

    A good abd durable watch ymis so.pretty and very beautiful

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good watch

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

    Perfect for those who like a more subtle look and flushed face watch. App has face downloads for customization. Smaller than Apple Watch.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Upgrade

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

    Had an earlier version of the same watch. This one is better with more functionality. Easy to add in the app and remove the old watch. Better looking, too.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch

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

    I loved the watch and everything it could do for me. The only thing i disliked was the alarms were always seperate from my phone and i couldnt customize it the way that id like.

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Metallic Navy Aluminum and Navy - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • 10/10 love!

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

    Just joined garmin family and I love it!! Perfect for my fitness journey!

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch, great software, easy to operate

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

    Great watch, great software, Garmin app is great. Garmin running program(s) and coaches are great too

    This review is from Garmin - vívoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Aluminum and Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend
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