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Garmin Vivoactive 5 Smart Watch
4.3 out of 5 stars
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1,684 ratings1,674 reviews
  1. 5 stars63% (1,069)
  2. 4 stars17% (293)
  3. 3 stars9% (156)
  4. 2 stars4% (75)
  5. 1 star5% (91)

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Jul 21, 2025
Reviewer name: What does it matter
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

Can't customize it

I've owned this watch for several months. I can't get it to track my stair feature. I have to reconnect it to Garmin connect at least once a day.

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The vivoactive 5 does not have a barometric altimeter and cannot track floors climbed or stairs. With regard to having to reconnect it with Garmin Connect every day, it should automatically reconnect whenever the app is opened and the watch is within range. I recommend making sure that the Garmin Connect app is up-to-date, and that check to ensure that Bluetooth is enabled. This FAQ provides additional troubleshooting suggestions that should be helpful: http://ms.spr.ly/6425sEPaP If you continue to have trouble, Garmin Support would be happy to assist you further and can be reached at 1-800-800-1020 Monday Through Friday, 7am - 7pm CST. (KS)

Jan 11, 2025
Reviewer name: Dena 72
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

The app keeps dropping my watch

Got the vivo fit active 5 for Christmas. The connect app dropping my watch and I have to add it and go thru the set up. Happens about twice a week

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Apr 8, 2025
Reviewer name: Mason G
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

My Garmin does everything my Apple Watch did minus answer texts or calls, but with longer battery life. Always worth the buy.

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Jan 30, 2025
Reviewer name: Springgirl
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Love this watch.

Extremely pleased with this purchase. Battery life is over a week for me. The steps are accurate and I love the features.

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Apr 3, 2025
Reviewer name: Harg2
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Better than Vivo3 but ...

Very disappointed the barometric altimeter was removed. I always liked to see how many flights walked per day.

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Aug 12, 2025
Reviewer name: The Arsonist
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Good first watch.

I decided to get a watch after 4 years of running without, and it is a big upgrade. If you are looking for a workout watch this one is pretty solid.

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Aug 24, 2025
Reviewer name: Ann58
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Okay so far

I bought this a month ago. Still figuring things out. Know the basics. Just lately it won't keep a charge

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Jul 1, 2024
Reviewer name: Lisa 03
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Love it!

I bought this 2 weeks ago and I love it. I've only had to charge it once. Battery life is completely awesome.

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Aug 13, 2025
Reviewer name: OverTheHill
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great fitness tracker w/ music apps

Loaded with health & fitness features as well as music playlist capabilities on several streaming apps

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Oct 22, 2024
Reviewer name: Dlep
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to use

I switched from apple watch. I like battery life of vivo and the easy use of apps. No longer need to charge each night.

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