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Customer reviews

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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than apple

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

    Great watch! I love all of the features this watch has. Great if you like to keep track of your activity throughout the day.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not Sure How Accurate

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

    I purchased this device after being a longtime Fitbit user. I wasn't happy to lose key capabilities on my previous device so I looked for alternatives. I would say the jury is still out but here are some initial observations. The most disappointing feature is the auto-tracking. It simply is not working like it should. Mid-activity the tracking stops. It's happened every time I tried to use this feature. Despite NUMEROUS troubleshooting steps give to me by support, it continue the same pattern. I also told support (repeatedly) that no, I did not stop at a light or took a break when it stopped. I was walking in semi-rural areas and was mid-stride without stopping AT ALL when the device stopped tracking. Once I was going up a steep incline. The second question mark for me is the sleep tracking. I'm not saying that it isn't accurate but it gives very different results from Fitbit. I don't know which is more accurate. Personally, this device has far more "stuff" than I need. I do like the face of it and the snapshots. I don't know if it's just me but I often have trouble with the top button that I don't seem to have with the bottom button. I'm hoping with continued use, glitches will work out. I put No to recommend but that could change (I hope). Positive-battery life, comfort, look

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    First computer watch

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

    Getting used to it. I am older and there is just enough bells and whistle on the watch to help me .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sleep tracking

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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

    This watch was a good fit for my needs. I need to track blood oxygen levels while sleeping and it’s perfect for that. And for a plus the sleep score is a good feature. The only reason for 4 stars is that on occasion it will irritate my skin overnight

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

    Garmin Vivoactive 5

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

    I have used Garmin for over 10 years. I love the product and would highly recommend to anyone doing any type of fitness.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    New Vivoactive 5 Garmin 42mm 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 am very happy with my watch. Lots of options! The size of face is perfect for my arm (man) at 42mm which is one of the reasons I really liked this watch initially. It will focus more on health or fitness. Your choice! It is missing the altimeter for stairs but you shouldn't hold on to the stair rails for accurate count if on a watch. You don't need if you can't. Just my opinion... Bluetooth connectivity could be better as far as distance. My watch tries to connect in certain places of my home. I can cut that off but I prefer to keep it on. I am not getting 11 days on the watch battery. Not sure of reason, might be BT. I am getting about 7 days focusing mainly on health.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great watch for the money

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

    An affordable alternative to the traditional Apple Watch. It was easy to pair with my iPhone 16 Pro. The greatest feature is that the battery life is quite long compared with other devices like this one. Simple enough to use and easy to install on my iPhone. Well worth the price for the power. Quite satisfying overall.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Watch

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

    Great watch. It has many features that I like. It is pretty easy to use and has a good battery life. I like this better than the fit bit. I like that I can personalize the face to see certain results on the screen at all times. It’s comfortable and fits well. The price wasn’t too bad either. There nothing so far that I don’t like

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

    great products & service

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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 customer for many years now and always received great service and advice from service to sales employees. also your installation personnel are tops.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    Very comfortable and easy to use. I love the data for night sleep and exercise reports

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin

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

    I switched from apple to garmin and no regrets i love it and am obsessed. Use it for my runs and dialy workout

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good Garmin

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

    nice GPS, good battery, it will help me on my runs.

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

    Great gift for health seeker

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

    Solid product out of the box - easy connection to connect and WiFi- gift for someone to help with health accountability- great choice

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin-vivoactive 5GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber

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

    This Garmin watch is very helpful for my swimming and running workouts. I like it because it's easy to use and has everything I need for my training routines.

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

    Excellent

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

    Love it! Lightweight, lots of features, easy to set-up ( I guess, my son did it for me but I heard no complaints, lol)

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

    THE BEST!

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

    This has been the best watch after switching from Apple! I have really enjoyed the sleep score and workout options they have. The battery will last me up to 8 days no problems, even sleeping with it at night!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My new Garmin Watch

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

    Really love this Garmin watch it monitor my hart, my steps and I use it for my every day works out and love it and the battery last for days I just charge it one time a week and it last all week, the confort in my wrist perfect and it look elegant love it. love the looks

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

    Love Garmin

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

    Bought this watch for my wife who was on her third Fitbit, which kept breaking. Her last couple Fitbits the glass face just popped off and they had to be glued back down. I've had my Garmin for years and found the watch to be VERY rugged. Love the fact that there are several face options so you can display any amount of info you like.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Price and Battery

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

    I purchased this for my mother as a gift. Price point was perfect—easy to set up and long battery life.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing watch

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

    Gifted this to my husband for christmas. He loves it and works great for his job as a firefighter!

    I would recommend this to a friend