I loved my vivoactive 4s, so I bought this thinking it would be the same. The screen was so insanely sensitive, I went on a few long runs with it and the screen would constantly shift with just a drop of sweat on it. I was going insane, I’d pause my run at a stoplight and the watch would save without me touching the screen. I live in Florida, so the humidity might have to do with it, but it would never stay on the running data screen as I would run. I’d look down and my watch would be on the music screen or something else instead of just showing my pace. I returned it after giving it three weeks. I tried reducing the sensitivity and other controls in the settings, and it still disappointed. It’s a cute watch, just I would not recommend for serious training.

I have been using this watch for a couple of weeks now and so far I love it so much. The screen has such a sharp, clear image on it and I have no complaints about the tracking features. I still need to try out the coaching function and see what I think of the workouts.

Wow, I did not realize how much I would love this watch. Former Apple Watch user, I wanted an oura ring to get more stats. Decided to get this Garmin after seeing all the features it could do- this thing is awesome! Accurate workout tracking, sleep info, steps, heart rate, etc! This watch in particular also looks so sleek and good on the wrist, I don’t like a bulky watch so this is perfect for me. Plus you can customize it for free! The charge also last up to 8 days for me… insane!

I bought this watch a few weeks ago and am already impressed with the battery life. this watch replaced an old model Iwatch that worked as well; however the battery life was horrible! I love being able to wear the Garmin watch for days, but especially enjoy the sleep analysis which I could not do with the Apple watch because of the poor battery life that required nightly charging.

I love the watch as a whole. Love everything it tracks, love it for training, love the Garmin connect app. But the watch disconnects from my phone FREQUENTLY. It's not out of range, it disconnects while I'm wearing the watch and my phone is in my hand. And I'm not the only user with this problem. The unit itself is nice but it's not worth it if it's never connected.

It gives me significantly more information than I need. My biggest challenge, at the age of 71, is learning how to utilize all it has to offer. I'm a former Pilot and have utilized Garmin's Aviation products. I do not believe that in either market, there are better products available. Having said that; Garmin needs to hire a "Normal" non-geek individuals to help them sort out user interface.

Just bought my Vivoactive 5 a few weeks ago and getting used to it. I had Fitbits for over 8 years. This watch is better in many ways. The big drawback is that it doesn’t record steps unless I swing my arms. So while pushing a lawn mower or a wheelbarrow it doesn’t give me credit for the steps.

I have been using this product for two weeks now. It replaced a Timex digital display watch that had served me well for years. I have struggled with getting any customization done. The seventy-plus page user manual isn't the best one I have ever used. My advice - buy a Timex

Disconnects from Garmin connect for no reason, tough to reconnect. Garmin golf app is trash, and Garmin makes their app proprietary, thus not being able to pair with far superior apps like 18 birdies. Constantly have to reconnect to Garmin golf app for watch to find a course you've played multiple times. Satellite readings are often off by 15 yards or more, when compared to other apps and, oddly, my friends Garmin watch. Bizarre. So, yah... just buy an android and pair it to a better golf app.

I got this watch as a replacement for my 4S that broke. This newer version has more features and a better interface (I think). However, things I don't like are the top button is hard to push sometimes to get the menu to come up and it's glitchy every once in a while for no reason. I couldn't sleep with my 4S because of the bright blinking sensor lights, but with the new 5 the sensor lights on the bottom are hardly noticeable. Overall I do like it.