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Since this is my first sports watch, I have made a long study of the possibilities. I'm not the type to exercise spontaneously, so I mainly wondered whether a sports watch would motivate me to exercise more? I do not actively participate in sports and my exercise is limited to my daily steps. The types that made my shortlist were the vivoactive 5, the Venu 2 and the Forerunner 255.
My main features were the following: Battery life - Sleep analysis - Heart rate analysis - Breathing analysis - Navigation while walking.
Actually, I first wanted to observe my health status and if the underlying algorithm gets me moving, then that is certainly an added value. After comparing all Garmin types for price and capabilities, I mainly hesitated between the vivoactive 5 and the Venu 2, which is slightly more expensive. What the Venu 2 had more was mainly the altimeter, but since the Garmin Connect App adjusts the altimeters afterwards, I personally didn't think it was worth the extra price.
Also the conclusion that live navigation can easily be solved by installing the komoot app, I did not have to look further for more expensive devices. The Vivoactive 5 gives me more than enough data to monitor my current health and the algorithm also provides a motivational message to exercise on time. And I can still activate the Garmin Coach if I want to achieve sports goals.
As a newcomer to the segment, I notice that I often look at my steps to be achieved, my heart rate, breathing frequency, body battery, stress level and sleep analysis.
The only disadvantage when purchasing was the USB-C charging cable that did not fit into a classic USB charger as standard. But luckily there is a connector piece for that that only costs a few euros in the local trinket shop.
Guy J-P
24 October 2023
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In addition to the pros and cons mentioned, I chose this watch because you could listen to Spotify while running without taking your smartphone with you.
Ruben
27 January 2024
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Works without problems, clear menu and operation
Peter
30 March 2024
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Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.
XCover is allowed to arrange and process insurances on behalf of the insurer. The insurances are governed by Belgium law. If you have a complaint, you can contact the or our customer service.
First, add your smartwatch to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.
You can cancel a monthly insurance every month. You can cancel an annual insurance every year, even if you paid in advance. Want to cancel it earlier? You receive a refund for the years you're not insured anymore.
Thanks to Garmin Pay, it's possible to pay contactless with your Garmin Vivoactive 5 Black. Even without having a wallet or smartphone with you. Want to know more about Garmin Pay and how to install it? Read this article.
Product number | 936078 | |
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Manufacturer code | 010-02862-10 | |
Brand | Garmin | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Compatible with operating system | Android, iOS | |
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Required iPhone model | iPhone 6s or later | |
Required Android version smartphone | Android 7.0 or higher | |
Operating system | Garmin OS | |
Year introduced | 2023 | |
Guaranteed support with updates | 48 months after release date |
Watch case color | Black | |
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Watch case material | Plastic | |
Watch case shape | Round | |
Height | 42 mm | |
Width | 42 mm | |
Weight | 36 g | |
Size watch case | Average | |
Recommended for wrist circumference | 15 - 17 cm | |
Total storage capacity | 4 GB | |
Shockproof |
Watch strap material | Silicone | |
|---|---|---|
Watch strap color | Black | |
Closure type | Buckle | |
Interchangeable watch strap | ||
Compatibility watch strap | Universal |
Screen type | AMOLED | |
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Always-on display | ||
Data display | Digital | |
Touchscreen | ||
Color screen | ||
Adjustable watch face | ||
Type of glass | Gorilla glass |
Battery life in time mode | 120 hours | |
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Battery life in sports mode | 8 hours | |
Battery/battery capacity | 0,215 Ah | |
Energy source solar power | ||
Wireless charging |
Internet connection options | WiFi only | |
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Bluetooth | ||
ANT+ | ||
Independent music player | ||
Music controls | ||
Built-in microphone | ||
Built-in speakers | ||
Spoken directions | ||
Call options | Only answer calls | |
Smart reply | ||
App installation possible | ||
Camera operation | ||
NFC | ||
Contactless payment | ||
Contactless payment system | Garmin Pay |
Pedometer | ||
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Measures distance | ||
Speedometer | ||
Calorie counter | ||
Measures stairs climbed |
Heart rate measurement | ||
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Type of heart rate measurement | Optical heart rate measurement | |
Heart rate measurement under water |
Quality of health readings | Good | |
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Skin temperature sensor | ||
Oximeter | ||
Blood pressure monitor | ||
EDA sensor | ||
Sleep score | ||
Average heart rate during sleep | ||
Measure recovery during sleep | ||
Menstrual cycle tracking | ||
Pregnancy monitoring |
Quality of sports readings | Decent | |
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Recommended for sports | Biking, Fitness, Hiking, Running, Swimming, Tennis, Winter sports | |
Manual training programs | ||
Measure fitness age | ||
Recovery advice | ||
Interval training | ||
VO2 max measurement | ||
Measures average speed during activity | ||
Lap counter | ||
Race prognosis | ||
Measures step distance | ||
Measure running cadence | ||
Measures swimming distance | ||
Measures swimming speed | ||
Swimming lap counter | ||
Connection to fitness machines possible | ||
ATM score | 5 |
Built-in GPS receiver | ||
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Global satellite navigation system | GLONASS, GPS, Galileo | |
GPS application | Navigation, Route registration |
Compass | ||
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Altimeter | ||
Thermometer |
Fall detection | ||
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Alarm function | ||
Geofencing |
