Testseek.com have collected 87 expert reviews of the Garmin Vivoactive 3 and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Garmin Vivoactive 3.
October 2017
(84%)
87 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
1256 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Always-on watch face
Round design
Advanced workout-tracking
Attractive and customizable design
Bright screen
Comfortable with no protrusion for the heart rate sensor
Comprehensive data for runners
Large range of activities and features for other forms of training
Durable and water resistant
Accurate GPS trac
Great GPS system
Good fitness tracking with heart rate monitor
Solid and Stylish design
Great battery life
24/7 heart-rate monitoring
Lightweight
Great display
Good fitness tracking capabilities
The editors didn't like
Garmin Pay supports few cards at launch
Inaccurate sleep-tracking
No onboard music storage
No audio playback
Weight lifting mode needs work
Sleep tracking could be better
Garmin Connect is still cluttered
Not fully compatible with iOS
You don't get music playback through the base model
It's accurate when it comes to tracking the steps you take each day along with the distance you travel, Waterproof and can be used when swimming to monitor your exercise, It tracks several different exercise types and will even automatically log some if t
Lacks a voice assistant and many of the apps you'd expect from a smart watch, Can only reply to messages if you've got an Android smartphone, Only a handful of UK banks support Garmin Pay
More suited to those that want a great fitness tracking watch with a handful of smart features. It offers plenty of useful stats about your everyday steps and dedicated exercise sessions.Overall Score: 69/100RATINGS:Ease of use: 3.5/5Design: 4/5Performanc...
Published: 2018-01-10, Author: Edward , review by: alphr.com
It might sound stupid but one of my favourite things about the Vivoactive 3 is just how comfortable and discreet it is. Despite being packed with all the great features you'd expect from a top-level multisport watch, it doesn't have the substantial heft t...
Connects to ANT+ sensors, Smart Notifications, Garmin Pay
Weak vibration alert, Easy to miss notifications
As a Fenix 5 junior, the Vivoactive 3 is a great value. It's also the only Garmin watch to offer Garmin Pay. If you'd like a digital wallet on your wrist and can live with an almost imperceptible vibration alert, then the Vivoactive 3 nearly offers a Feni...
Subtle, circular, stylish design, Good GPS and heart rate monitor, Tracks a range of activities
Can't choose which apps get alerts, iOS users can't respond to texts, Garmin Pay not available in UK yet
With the Garmin Vivoactive 3, Garmin has created a smartwatch designed with mainstream audiences in mind, combining fitness tracking with health and lifestyle features, as well as smart notifications. This makes it one of the most versatile wearables, whi...
Affordable, long-lasting battery life, lightweight design, versatile and capable of tracking multiple activities, degree of data detail
Garmin Pay isn't supported in the UK yet, some connectivity issues, screen less attractive than Apple/Fitbit competition
In the Vivoactive 3, Garmin has tried to build a device which is predominantly an everyday, normal persons', lifestyle-focused fitness watch. Think of this as more competition for your high-end Fitbit than a "serious running watch for serious runners".Wit...
Affordable, Long-lasting battery life, Lightweight design, Versatile and capable of tracking multiple activities, Degree of data detail
Garmin Pay isn't supported in the UK yet, Some connectivity issues, Screen less attractive than Apple/Fitbit competition
In the Vivoactive 3, Garmin has tried to build a device which is predominantly an everyday, normal persons', lifestyle-focused fitness watch. Think of this as more competition for your high-end Fitbit than a "serious running watch for serious runners".Wit...
