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Garmin Vivoactive 5 Smart Watch
4.3 out of 5 stars
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1,616 ratings1,607 reviews
  1. 5 stars64% (1,027)
  2. 4 stars18% (286)
  3. 3 stars9% (149)
  4. 2 stars4% (71)
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Dec 28, 2024
JustKaren
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Tons of features and activities, highly motivating

I recently switched to Garmin, and although this isn't even one of the pricier models, I'm blown away at how many features it has! The learning curve was a touch steep, only because it offers so much. It took me a few days to discover all it had to offer. It keeps me moving with challenges and feedback on my activity and fitness. I did have two occasions where it didn't record sleep activity, and I'm not sure why, except that those were both days when I didn't go to bed until hours after my regular sleep time. It is accurate and holds a charge quite well. It offers something for just about any activity I could think of and I like that we can set up our own challenges with a connection, and also customize the activities. It also encourages me to keep hydrated, something I don't always pay enough attention to. I'm very happy with this!

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Jun 25, 2024
GlenDP
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

not perfect, but good enough

I like the Vivoactive 5 for the data that it provides. It's comfortable to sleep with, but it did once wake me up when I had my hand near my face and the display turned on. The morning report is nice, but it doesn't always work. Occasionally I wish to check the time and it won't turn on by turning my wrist. Other times I'll touch the display to check the time and it will pop into a different screen rather than the time. That's a little frustrating. I am usually a watch wearer and I was hoping I wouldn't miss wearing one. So far I miss it very much. I do like all the fitness data that it gathers and provides. It provides a very good view of how I'm doing. The GPS picture of my routes are kind of fun, and it gives me confidence that the distance readings are fairly accurate. I like that I was able to customize the watch face. I went from wearing a fitbit to this Garmin Vivoactive 5 and this is definitely a step up.

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Jul 11, 2025
JGFitz
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Used throughout the Day

My third Vivoactive watch. I depend on it to track my sleep quality and activity as well as alerting me to text messages and calls on my iphone. I would have rated it excellent, but I am a bit disappointed in the support for the watch. I can't seem to find out how to change the weather reading from Celsius to Farenheit.

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Thanks for your review! You can change the unit of measure for temperature on your vivoactive 5 by following these steps: 1. Swipe up or down to view the weather glance. 2. Select the glance to view the current weather for your location. 3. Hold the bottom-right button. 4. Select Weather Options. 5. To change the unit of measure for temperature, select Temperature. (KS)

Apr 5, 2025
BryE
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great features

This is my 3rd garmin watch. I was happy with it. I replaced it with a vivo active 3 that I was never happy with (battery life way too short). This one I am very happy with. It has all of the activity features that my others had plus some useful and interesting health features. Very happy that I made the purchase.

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Jul 9, 2025
Roniqua29
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

I love this watch!

I am a 13 year long Fitbit user and I don’t like what Google has done and they are stopping production. Looking for a new watch I decided to get the Vivoactive 5. I am loving all of the content in the app. I love the GPS on my wrist for walks. It took a second to get used to but I am so glad I chose Gramin over the other options. I am still getting 7 days of battery life (which was very important to me). I have the sleep functions (which I use as a tool since I work nights). If you are looking for a new go to watch after Fitbit flutters into the wind, I highly recommended a Garmin. Plus this watch is also comfortable to wear. Thrilled with my choice.

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Mar 9, 2025
Cmoon
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Simple yet functional

I have had this watch for about a month and it grows on me more and more each day. I had a Samsung watch that I had for about 6 years. It started to have issues so I went looking for something with a decent battery life, tracking steps, workouts and sleep. When I picked the Vivoactive 5 from the website it seemed to fit all of my needs plus a few extra. Once I got it. I was surprised at how light it felt on my wrist. After getting it all changed and set up I was excited to see how it did. Pros: my battery lasted more than a week. I am using it daily for steps, sleep, body battery, and workouts 4 times a week. After a week of wearing it it was still at 15 % but decided to charge it. It charged quickly I would say around 2 hours for a complete charge maybe a little less but I was not watching to see how long it took to charge. Simple start up for workouts. Easy to find stats. Do not disturb sleep mode automatically (after you set the sleep times). Quick timer and alarm set up on the watch. Cons: alarms that are set on your phone can not be turned off by the watch. Do not disturb while sleeping (not even severe weather alarts). Not sure how accurate sleep score is. Over all I love this watch at first I did not think I was going to keep it but after a while I love it and the pros out weigh the cons for me.

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Aug 1, 2025
Marcie R
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great product

I bought this last month as my sisters each had one. I am so glad I switched from the Galaxy 6. This battery lasts so much longer. Sometimes I even forget where I plugged in the charger as it doesn't require charging every 12 hours. I love all the features and how my sisters and I can challenge one another. Great great great!!!

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Oct 17, 2023
Jdenn425
5 out of 5 stars
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
Alexey 1974
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

I am happy and have no regrets!

I bought it two or three weeks ago. I am very pleased. I do not regret it for a moment. In my 50 years, this is my third watch. I will say frankly, I do not want to take it off, but sometimes my hand needs a rest and the watch needs charging. They work as stated. The battery lasts 8-12 days, it all depends on how much you charge it and how often you play with it. By playing, I mean using GPS, using additional functions. The bracelet is comfortable. I recommend it to friends and acquaintances. I can’t say anything to strangers, you don’t know me!?!?

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Mar 16, 2024
UrPalAl
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

So far, ok.

Bought this to replace my Apple Watch which seemed to be a bit less able to track my activities and physical condition than a Garmin is capable of doing. So far, it is ok, but perhaps I should have chosen a more advanced model of watch. Time will tell, I suppose.

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reply from Garmin Fitness

Thank you for your review and experience with the Vivoactive 5 watch. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com. Vivoactive 5 Support: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?productID=1057989&tab=topics