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Garmin Vivoactive 5 Fitness Smartwatch + Backpack & Heart Rate Strap

Garmin Vivoactive 5 Fitness Smartwatch + Backpack & Heart Rate Strap

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$189.99last seen Oct 28

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Our take on the Garmin Vivoactive 5 Fitness Smartwatch + Backpack & Heart Rate Strap

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is a midrange GPS fitness smartwatch with a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, an aluminum bezel, and Gorilla Glass 3. It covers the basics well: sleep and stress tracking, Body Battery energy monitoring, Sleep Coach, over 30 built-in sports apps, music storage, and Garmin Pay. Battery life runs up to 11 days in smartwatch mode. This bundle adds an HRM 200 chest strap, a sling backpack, and a combo zipper lock.

Best forRunners and gym-goers who want GPS and heart-rate training without a premium priSleep and recovery-focused buyersAndroid and iPhone users who want notifications, music, and contactless pay on tAnyone who wants a chest strap for more accurate heart-rate training
Pros
  • Bright 1.2-inch AMOLED display that stays readable outdoors
  • Up to 11 days of battery in smartwatch mode
  • Body Battery, Sleep Coach, and recovery insights give useful daily guidance
  • Over 30 preloaded GPS and indoor sports apps plus Garmin Coach plans
  • Music storage and Garmin Pay work without a phone
  • Bundle includes an HRM 200 chest strap for more accurate heart-rate data
Cons
  • No onboard GPS mapping or turn-by-turn navigation
  • No barometric altimeter, so elevation data is less precise
  • Chest strap adds setup and a washable strap to maintain
  • Sling backpack is a generic add-on, not a Garmin product

Garmin Vivoactive 5 Fitness Smartwatch + Backpack & Heart Rate Strap price history

Lowest price we've seen: $189.99 on Oct 28. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 28.

What reviewers say

Owners generally rate the Vivoactive 5 as a strong value in the midrange, praising the screen, battery life, and health features. Common complaints center on limited advanced training metrics and the lack of mapping.

Pros
  • Bright, easy-to-read AMOLED screen
  • Long battery life compared with many rivals
  • Useful sleep, stress, and Body Battery data
  • Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear
Cons
  • Fewer advanced training metrics than Forerunner models
  • No maps or navigation for trails
  • Touchscreen can be fiddly with sweaty hands

From Beachcamera

  • Bright 1.2" AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode
  • Detailed health and wellness insights including Body Battery energy monitoring and Sleep Coach
  • More than 30 preloaded GPS and indoor sports apps, plus Garmin Coach training plans
  • Connected features like music storage and Garmin Pay contactless payments
  • Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lens with anodized aluminum bezel
Materials
Lens: Corning Gorilla Glass 3; bezel: anodized aluminum; case: fiber-reinforced polymer; strap: silicone
Fit
Fits wrists with a circumference of 125-190 mm; quick release bands 20 mm, industry standard
Sizing
Watch fits wrists with a circumference of 125-190 mm; included heart rate strap is size M-XL
Care
Heart rate monitor strap is washable
Guarantee
Garmin warranty
Returns
Full refund within 45 days if returned in original condition with all accessories and packaging; return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility unless
Shipping
Free ground shipping to home addresses in the contiguous United States; PO Boxes, Alaska, Hawaii, US Territories, APO/FPO and addresses outside the US are not e
Packs
Bundle includes the Vivoactive 5 smartwatch, HRM 200 heart rate monitor and Deco Essentials sling backpack; other bundles with accessories kit or warranty are a
In the box
Garmin Vivoactive 5 Fitness Smartwatch Ivory, USB-C Charging/data cable, Documentation, Garmin HRM 200 Heart Rate Monitor with washable strap M-XL, Deco Essentials Sling Backpack, Anti-Theft Combo Zipper Lock, External USB Charging, Waterproof

Specifications

Tracking Type
Sleep Tracker, Stress Level, Recovery Time
Color
Black, Orchid, Ivory
Max Battery Life
Up to 11 days

Questions and answers

Is the Vivoactive 5 worth it?
Yes for most casual athletes and everyday users. It gives you a bright AMOLED screen, GPS, health tracking, music, and Garmin Pay at a midrange price. Serious runners who need advanced training metrics or maps should look at a Forerunner.
How is it different from the Vivoactive 4?
The Vivoactive 5 moves to an AMOLED touchscreen and adds Sleep Coach and more recovery insights. It drops the older model's barometric altimeter and music-on-watch storage is still included, so check which features matter to you.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 11 days in smartwatch mode, according to Garmin. GPS use and music playback cut that significantly, so heavy workout days will need more frequent charging.
Does it work with iPhone and Android?
Yes. The Garmin Connect app works with both iOS and Android, and notifications, music, and Garmin Pay are supported on either platform.
What is in the box?
The Vivoactive 5 in Ivory, a USB-C charging/data cable, documentation, the Garmin HRM 200 heart-rate monitor with a washable M-XL strap, a sling backpack, and a combo zipper lock.
When is it cheapest?
Garmin watches typically see the deepest discounts during Black Friday, Prime Day, and end-of-season sales. Check the price history on this page to see how the current price compares with recent lows.