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After the Gamin Vivofit and then the more smartwatch-like VivoSmart, it's probably no surprise that the navigation kit-makers have now unveiled its very first smart watch. The Garmin Vivoactive goes on sale for £199 or £249 bundled with a heart rate monit...
Has full GPS tracking, Good value, Great battery life, Small frame...
Occasionally patchy notifications, Limited apps library...
I'm not entirely sold on the look of the Vivoactive, especially the display, but in terms of what it promises for fitness-loving folk, there's a lot to be impressed by. Even without the third-party app support, the dedicated sport modes should mean there...
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Garmin used CES 2015 to several new forays into the wearable market , including the new Vivoactive GPS smartwatch aimed at fitness enthusiasts interested in keeping track of their daily activity. Here's our Garmin Vivoactive hands-on review. See also: Bes...
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For years Garmin was known for creating high-tech GPS equipment that can look bulky, overly complicated, and on occasion just plain ugly. That changed in early 2014 when the company launched the Vívofit line of fitness trackers. These sleek bands featured...
On-board GPS and step tracking, ANT+ sensor connectivity, Waterproof to 5 ATM, Smart Notifications (phone, text, email)...
Only one programmable alarm, Sleep tracking lacks detail, Menus can be complex...
After wearing the Vívoactive for two weeks, we still can't really decide if this is the easiest to use GPS watch we've ever tested, or the most complex fitness tracking band. But that's a good thing.The DT Accessory PackUp your game and the get the most o...
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For blokes, the watch size works. The sophisticated square is 42mm wide and a wafer-thin 8mm thick; it's not a monstrous fashion statement like the Moto 360 or Google offerings.But for a daintier wrist, even at a mere 38 grams, it's a cumbersome fit that...
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There has never been more attention on the smartwatch category as there is right now. The types of smartwatches are increasing too with different specialties offered in different models.If exercise and activity are the main reasons behind your purchasing...
The Garmin Vivoactive is designed for active users who want to keep track of their workouts without all the bells and whistles they don't need and that would just drive up the price.It is also a smartwatch insofar as it can relay notifications via Bluetoo...
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Being able to track your daily level of activity is the first step towards maintaining a healthy (or healthier) lifestyle. Gadgets such as a simple Fitbit are a good entry point because they can measure steps in real-time and allow you to set daily goals...
GPS tracking, Comfortable to wear, Lots of metrics to digest...
App and Web interface could stand to be a little clearer, Step count was a little off...
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Most smartwatches aren't all that great for people who actually exercise: runners, swimmers and cyclists. Without GPS, a watch is just left guessing your speed and distance based on how fast you move your arms. Even the ones that currently have GPS don't...
Great fitness and activity tracking, Top battery life, Good comfort...
Kinda drab design, Less slick than Android Wear alternatives, It looks like a smartwatch, but kinda isn't...
The Garmin Vivoactive is one of the few smartwatches of real substance. It's not banking on an evolving future of a platform it has no control over. It has to justify its existence right here, right now.And you know what: it does. If you're into running o...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated:
2015-05-30 09:11:28
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Most smartwatches aren't all that great for people who actually exercise: runners, swimmers and cyclists. Without GPS, a watch is just left guessing your speed and distance based on how fast you move your arms. Even the ones that currently have GPS don't...
Great fitness and activity tracking, Top battery life, Good comfort...
Kinda drab design, Less slick than Android Wear alternatives, It looks like a smartwatch, but kinda isn't...
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Up until the Garmin Vivoactive, the perfect fitness device for the truly active person was a pipe dream.Traditional fitness trackers are terrible for actual sport, and offer such base level insights that they're almost useless for people who take their fi...
Loads of sports tracked, Great battery life, Notifications aplenty...
Uninspiring design, Really dull, low-res screen, Sleep tracking is terrible...
For the fitness fanatic, the Garmin Vivoactive is not just one of the best sports watches, but the best smartwatches out there. For the first time, Garmin has blended an incredible set of fitness features with top notch notifications, to create the first...
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The Garmin Vivoactive arrived on a Wednesday. Battery fully charged, I strapped it to my wrist and waited for the inevitable. Initially I glanced at it every few hours, expecting the battery meter to have suddenly jumped downwards – each time, it had bare...
The Garmin Vivoactive isn't a sleek, sexy do-it-all wearable: it's a GPS-enabled fitness watch with a smattering of semi-smart features.Given time, Connect IQ could prove a major asset for the VivoactiveFor me, though, it's almost perfect. I'd take the ac...
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digitalmediaandit.com Updated:
2015-06-22 09:39:30
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There has been criticism of the display but I feel this to be unwarranted, as it is really excellent outside and indoors can be enhanced using the backlight. If you want a fantastic indoor display, you should probably look elsewhere but this is a very acc...
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Garmin's vivoactive is a great fitness watch with good battery life and has a real internal GPS. At A$339 its way ahead of the competitors.Smart watches have gained a lot of attention lately so let's put this in perspective. I hate so called smart watches...
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The Garmin Vivoactive is a sports-oriented smartwatch which has built-in GPS (unlike many smartwatches) which means you don't need to take your phone with you on a run or cycle. See also: Best smartwatches 2015 Garmin has opted for a square design for th...
For me, Garmin's Edge remains a delight but while the Vivoactive hasn't won me over, it's an affordable and attractive option for swimmers, runners and golfers. There are better 'general' activity trackers, and it's a shame that Garmin didn't integrate a...
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ALSO READ: Garmin vivofit Review Garmin vivosmart Review Watch My GPS - Activity Watch RoundupIt's safe to say that the ever-growing realm of smartwatches is still looking for its champion. A device that can do everything well is still some way off, as th...
Lightweight and comfortable design; Long lasting battery performance; Precise activity measurements...
A tad expensive; Straps attract dirt and dust; Requires additional hear rate strap...
In spite of a few shortcomings, the vivoactive is a great device. It keeps things simple, and is very easy to use. Added to this, is a generous 8-10 day's worth of battery life and a lightweight design that slips easily into your everyday routine. While t...
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pocket-lint.com Updated:
2016-02-26 09:41:43
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Garmin has unleashed a new version of its popular and impressive Vivoactive called Vivoactive HR because, you guessed it, this one records heart rate. The Vivoactive HR uses a wrist worn, light-based heart rate monitor to track beats per minute for a mor...
The Garmin Vivoactive HR really is a one-stop shop for all things tracking and notification related.The design might be basic and built for the rugged but that's both charming and functional. It's made for wearing everyday without discomfort, simple.We're...
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Garmin have a watch or device for everyone, runners, triathletes, cyclists, pilots, explorers and even for the police and military.Across many of those ranges you can go from basic units like the Forerunner 25, up to the all singing Fenix 3.So given Garmi...
I can see what Garmin have tried to do here. They have created a well priced multisport smart watch. But in the same way as you are going to classically get slightly different level of refinement between a Kia and a Mercedes, the same is clearly seen here...
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Garmin used CES 2015 to several new forays into the wearable market , including the new Vivoactive GPS smartwatch aimed at fitness enthusiasts interested in keeping track of their daily activity. Here's our Garmin Vivoactive hands-on review.Garmin has opt...
We're looking forward to spending some more time with the Garmin Vivoactive smartwatch to find out how accurate it is at tracking our activity and exploring its features more thoroughly to see whether they make life easier...
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The Garmin Vivoactive is as much a smartwatch as it is a fitness tracker. It tracks the usual steps, calories and sleep, plus GPS data like pace and distance. The Vivoactive also delivers all of your smartphone's notifications to its color touch screen, m...
Lightweigh, customizable design, Smartphone notifications, Detailed activity tracking, Built-in GPS...
Dim display in low light, No built-in heart-rate monitor...
The stylish Garmin vivoactive GPS smartwatch tracks daily fitness and exercise sessions while relaying smartphone notifications to your wrist...
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On Tuesday, the first day I set up my Garmin Vivoactive ($249), I assumed I'd be recharging it come Friday afternoon. I had plans for this mighty little wristwatch activity tracker, after all. I would use its built-in GPS to record outdoor runs, let it mo...
Outstanding battery life. Slim and sleek. Top-notch screen. Built-in GPS. On-device tracking for many activities. Waterproof. Notifications from iOS and Android. Wide array of swappable bands. Has its own app store.
Heart rate monitoring requires chest strap. No wireless syncing with Windows or Mac. Connect IQ app store needs time to mature fully...
The Garmin Vivoactive is a smart activity tracker that can keep pace with even the most active lifestyles. From its integrated GPS to its dedicated app store, there's a lot to like in this svelte smartwatch hybrid...
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I've been using the Vivoactive for the last month on a final production unit with final production firmware. The good, the bad, and the ugly. To be clear, I've been using a united provided by Garmin to test with (a final production unit). Like always, I'l...
The Garmin Vivoactive is probably the ‘most interesting' fitness device the company has ever released in that it's actually approachable to a wide mass market with some very solid features. It's positioned extremely well price-wise to compete against many...
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laptopmedia.com Updated:
2015-07-18 13:58:49
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During the last couple of months we've shown you reviews of Garmin Vivofit 2 and Vivosmart. Now it's time to raise the bar a little and introduce you to the Vivoactive – Garmin's GPS watch.Vivoactive, as the name suggests, is designed for athletes. With G...
Light and comfortable body, High battery durability (up to 3 weeks), Built-in GPS, Variety of sports modes, Waterproof (5 ATM water resistant), Link to Garmin Connect app, Connect IQ store with different applications, Good visibility even under direct sun...
Lack of a built-in heart rate monitor...
Vivoactive isn't meant to be a stylish accessory that compliments your outfit, despite the noticeable thickness of 8mm and the low weight – 38 grams. The watch can become a trusted assistant to athletes or beginners who need additional motivation by track...
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The Garmin vivoactive fitness tracker is a smart(ish) watch which combines all-day activity and sleep tracking along with more detailed exercise monitoring thanks to built-in GPS capabilities. Gizmag recently spent a few weeks putting the device through i...
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Garmin has made several iterations of fitness trackers and its newer wearables have dabbled in smartwatch functions like call, text, calendar, and email notifications. The Garmin Vivoactive can forward notifications from your phone, however its interface...
GPS tracking, Great battery life, Thin profile...
Clunky touchscreen navigation, Intermittent notifications...
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Garmin makes over 25 different fitness wearables that range from $99 to as high as $699. You can say this for Garminconfusing as that lineup can be, the company has made a device for everyone .The goal of its newly released $250 Vivoactive HR is to compet...
Chroma display is easy to read in sunlight, Can track multiple sports and activities, including swimming, skiing, and stand-up paddle-boarding, Built-in heart rate monitor is always-on and doesn't suck up a lot of battery life, Built-in GPS is super-fast...
Garmin Connect has a lot of information and options which can make navigating it and completing simply tasks confusing, App takes a long time to start producing personal insights...
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Here are some of the features:•Ultra-thin GPS smartwatch with a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color touchscreen •Built-in sports apps, including GPS-enabled running, biking and golfing plus swimming and activity tracking, let you view your stats even...
After One Week of Use: Let me be clear – I LOVE the Garmin VivoActive and it is truly the ‘perfect for me' fitness smartwatch for the following reasons Awesome Battery Life – while it is a concern for some, I finally charged my VivoActive after 5.5 days...
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I've tested dozens of these wrist gadgets, but I've never bought one for myself. Now, I think, it's time. But which one? The Apple Watch? A Fitbit thing?I decided to conduct a little reality-show competition on my arm. I resolved...
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