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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 46 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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91%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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Accurate, Durable, and Perfect for Active Lifestyl

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

    The Garmin watch is accurate, reliable, and comfortable to wear. GPS locks quickly, battery lasts several days, and the data is very detailed. Great value for anyone who enjoys sports and tracking performance.

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

    Cute Garmin watch

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

    I bought this vivoactive as the reviews were good and I use it mainly for swimming and lifting. It's very lightweight and super cute and Chic..

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the buy 10/10 would buy again

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

    This watch has helped me become more active and has been amazing with tracking my calories. It’s water proof and was amazing to take swimming. Helps me not miss any texts or phone calls and has helped me find my phone multiple times. Helps me track my sleep and lets me know how my activities may affect my sleep. The body battery is pretty accurate. It stays charged for around a week at a time which is awesome. The screen on the watch is actually pretty durable as well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Long battery, tons of features, no subscription

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

    Was a gift for my partner, fits her 6 inch wrist, battery lasts 2 weeks and records workouts daily. She really like all the available exercises it can record, outdoor, indoor, and even gaming lol. It tracks hr, stress, sleep score, steps, hydration, pulse ox, and has phone connection features. I have a Garmin too and we can share our profiles, track each others workouts, and we both really like how there is no monthly subscription for its services.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GF loves it!

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

    Great watch for everyday and serious working out tracking.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Step counter

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    1st Garmin

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

    Not sure how accurate watch is, step counter is since I regularly meet goal while driving, and I drive ALOT! Sleep is non restorative 9/10 nights! Am I even alive?!?

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin smartwatch

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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 and value for all the basic tracking I need! Easy to set up and nice design

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

    A healthy gift to your loved one

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

    This was gift to my wife, she likes the design, ui the health metrics and the accuracy of the readings. She feels the dial is little big but ok.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Vivoact5

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

    I was using Fitbit for 2yrs (Fitbit Versa3 followed by Sense2) until I switched from Fitbit to Garmin after my brand new Fitbit Sense2 had s/w issues(resetting in a loop)on 2nd day of using it. I started researching online which Garmin watch is best for my needs and determined Vivoactive5 best meets my requirements. It's been almost 2 weeks I'm using it and I'm loving my Vivoactive5 . This watch is lightweight. Battery life is excellent-charge it once per week. When it's paired to phone via BT get the same notifications as phone yet charge is consistently good. I visit the gym 2 times a week and I feel it measures the steps accurately compared to Fitbit. The only drawback I feel is when phone app e.g Google maps are getting updated offline, the watch is getting notifications constantly and I feel the vibrations which can have a weird sensation on my wrist and then I've to take it off and my wrist needs to rest and relax. It's expensive compared to the Fitbit but it's worth it. P.S-I bought the Geek Squad insurance just in case(after what happened to my last Fitbit) which should be good for 2yrs.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pretty watch , decent battery, life good stats

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

    I previous used a fibit. In comparison this Garmin watch has good battery life. I charge every 2-3 days, bright screen, love all the stats and workouts available thought the app and then I can add my own. Its helpful with tips and reminders to walk or rest if I had a stressful day. I also enjoy seeing my sleeping score.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin vivoactive 5

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

    This an awesome smartwatch does more than I need for a fair price and the battery life is outstanding!

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

    Perfect gift

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

    It was a gift for my wife, and she loves it. Light weight faster software and reliable date collection for all the tracking exercises. I recommend this product for people who usually track sleep, loss weigh, walking, energy reading and stress reading include hormones change. This is reflected in the watch as energy levels.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great activity tracker

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

    Great product. I am enjoying using it. This was an update from my Garmin Vivosmart Hr+. I needed a tracker that would be tough. I love the color too. It has performed well so far. I like the increased features with this watch. It not only tracks your sleep, but also how well you sleep. Plus, I got it for a really great price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Battery Life is amazing

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

    Got this because my Samsung watch would not last as long as this Garmin it makes it nice when you're camping not to worry about charging it till you get back.

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

    Cool and accurate

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

    Love it! It’s accurate and pretty! I would buy this again.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review

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

    I was an apple watch user and transferred over to garmin. The sleep score is my favorite feature!! It is so in tune with your body, which I love!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice watch-Apple watch replacement

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

    Nice watch. Good Apple Watch replacement. Accurate sports tracking, sleep tracking, garmin pay can replace Apple Pay. Good battery life, no need for daily charging -life saver. Light weighted, comfortable to wear.

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

    Surprised?

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

    It seems to work ok. There aren't a lot of options for fitness trackers that are simple, yet somewhat reliable. I have liked all of my Garmin watches, but none of them last very long. Maybe 3 or 4 years if I'm lucky. I do like that they don't currently charge extra to use the app. I think other brands have a subscription to view your personal data. I have to reluctantly admit that it is fun to see my texts on my watch. Took some getting used to, but I think it is a good thing. Strange, but oddly helpful. I also am amazed that I was able to put a picture of my puppy on my watch face.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fitness watch!

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

    Amazing watch. Does so much more than apple and the battery life lasts forever. I charge it once a week but it could go longer. It’s very light and I have no issues sleeping with it

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Son's Grandma Love it..

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

    Bought as a Christmas for my son's grandmother. She loves it and talks about the watch all the time. She really enjoys that it is easy to use and love the all of the compliments she get.. She uses it for swimming, walking and loves all of the health monitoring features.. She say it os the best gift she has received in a very long time..

    I would recommend this to a friend
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