Score the Garmin Vivoactive 5 for less than ever and level up your fitness tracking
Enter the Garmin Vivoactive 5, now going for just $190 (down from $300). That's a rare 37% off and the lowest it's ever been. The deal covers the black model, but if you're into a pop of color, the Orchid version is also sitting pretty at $190.99.
Why the Garmin Vivoactive 5 is worth your money
The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is a standout fitness wearable that gives big-name smartwatches like the Galaxy Watch a run for their money. While it leans more toward fitness tracker than full-on smartwatch, it's packed with built-in activity profiles for everything from hiking and weightlifting to golf, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and rock climbing. Furthermore, the built-in GPS has your distance and pace covered, so you can leave your phone behind and still stay on track.
It's loaded with over 30 built-in sports apps for everything from running and cycling to HIIT and more, making it an excellent choice for athletes. There's even a wheelchair mode that tracks pushes instead of steps, which is a thoughtful touch. On top of that, sleep tracking and the Body Battery feature give you smart recovery tips, so you know when to power through and when to take it easy.
The Garmin Vivoactive 5 steps up its sleep tracking with built-in coaching to help you get better rest. When we tested it, what really stood out was how light and comfy it felt on the wrist, not to mention the sharp AMOLED screen and a battery that keeps going for up to 11 days.
Design-wise, the Garmin Vivoactive 5 sports a bright, roomy AMOLED touchscreen that's easy on the eyes. Garmin also doubled the storage from 4GB to 8GB, handy for apps and offline music. And when it comes to GPS, it's more accurate than before, now tapping into Beidou and QZSS satellite systems for better tracking wherever you go.
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