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Garmin Vivoactive 5 Smart Watch
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1,616 ratings1,607 reviews
  1. 5 stars64% (1,027)
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  3. 3 stars9% (149)
  4. 2 stars4% (71)
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Oct 15, 2024
GoodSleeper
4 out of 5 stars review

Excellent except for one detail

I moved from a Garmin Lily to the vivoactive and too my surprise, my sleep quality is now rated as Poor, Fair, etc. I sleep well most nights and accept I move more than average. I wish I could turn the ratings as I am desirous to only learn time asleep. Remember that Jimmy Buffett song about Junior Mints and watered down Cherry Coke at the movie theater? Sleep rating for some of us is over programming.

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Oct 17, 2023
Jdenn425
5 out of 5 stars review

Love the features and very user friendly

I upgraded from the Vivoactive 3 and I am so glad I did! I loved the 3 and never had an issue with it but just decided it was time for an upgrade. The 5 is so user friendly. The screen is super easy to see and easy to navigate. I love all of the coaching tips. I also love the post-workout information that lets me know how each workout has benefited me and how much recovery is recommended. As a personal trainer I love all of the different training and timing options. 12/10 recommend the Vivoactive 5!

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Dec 9, 2024
abby26
5 out of 5 stars review

Love it!!!

I switched from an Apple watch a month ago and I am totally in love with the Garmin. It tracks sooo much more than my Apple watch did and is way more accurate. I no longer get credit for exercising when just walking to and from my car! Haven’t looked back yet and I have Apple everything else.

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Jan 31, 2025
Seagal14
3 out of 5 stars review

Amazing display capabilities

I purchased the Vívoactive 5 to replace my Vívoactive 4s. The display capabilities of the new watch are spot on and have exceeded some of the past features. It’s nice to be able to scroll through your features. I like the sleep report and end of the day report too. However, I do miss a few features like the auto start for activities and the pause for time while I was engaging in activities. I was also disappointed that I had a new charging cable. I always like to have a backup, but I don’t want to have to purchase yet another charging cord.

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Aug 22, 2024
Kaivie
5 out of 5 stars review

The best!

This is my first Garmin and it's the best fitness tracker I've owned! Accurate GPS, multiple activities to track and I love the look of the watch and the screen. I still have to learn more about it and all of it's capabilities but I love everything so far! I wish I would've tried it sooner!

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Jul 15, 2025
HMO19
5 out of 5 stars review

Super light weight

This watch is perfect for someone who likes to track their health. Every morning it tells me my sleep score and how I slept. When I am stressed it gives me tips on when to rest. The best feature so far is the battery lasts 11 days before I need to charge it! The only thing I miss about my apple watch is the ring feature when I lose my phone but definitely doesn't make me love it any less

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Feb 29, 2024
Shonerk
5 out of 5 stars review

Should have purchased Garmin years ago!

I have had practically every fitness watch on the market-FitBit, Polar, Galaxy, etc. My Polar cracked so I compared many brands. The Vivoactive 5 checked all the boxes so I pulled the trigger. I am SO happy I did. The features are all there and it was very easy to get comfortable with how it works. Bonus for the variety of bands and watch faces.

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Jan 23, 2025
Libellulidae
4 out of 5 stars review

Has most everything I want

I got this for Christmas - I was looking for a smartwatch to help me focus more on my running and overall health. I like most of the features, but the learning curve is a bit steep coming from an AppleWatch. I’m only disappointed that I can’t get my watch to show me text notifications. I’ve followed guides on the forums and other places (Reddit, Google, etc.), but it won’t work. Otherwise, it is perfect. I am more consistent with my workouts than before. I love the running training plans. I love being able to track my stress and sleep. I don’t think the step counter is too accurate or that the stress measure is accurate, but they’re good generally. Great watch! Exceeds expectations.

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Dec 12, 2024
binford
4 out of 5 stars review

Love It

I bought my Vivoactive 5 on sale a month ago. I really like all the features and since i am not a runner or rider, it meets most of my needs. I only feel there is one missing element. I would like to have my VO2Max be calculated for exercises other than running and riding. Otherwise, I am very pleased.

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Feb 21, 2024
PianoArcher
5 out of 5 stars review

Works great so far!

Bought this watch about a month ago. It replaces a prior Vivoactive that I've been using for several years. This new one seems snappier, more responsive. I like the "sleep score" that I see each morning. I haven't figured out all the features yet, but I am glad I stuck with this Garmin model to replace its predecessor.

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