Testseek.com have collected 72 expert reviews of the Garmin Vivosmart and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Garmin Vivosmart.
November 2014
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Published: 2014-10-22, Author: Christina , review by: wired.com
Slim, simple form factor doesn't get in the way of life. Excellent battery. Good motivator for adding more activity into your daily routine. Straightforward onscreen navigation
Tap to wake mechanism can require some finesse. No GPS. Vibration alerts can be distracting. Battery life is so good, you may forget to charge it
Discreet design. Contains remote controls for music. Vibration alarms and "move" alerts available. Supports push notifications. Measures miles, steps, calories burned, active time, and sleep. Informative, touch-capacitive display. Comfortable. Waterproof.
Fixed form factor. Can't interact with notifications (e.g, can't reply to incoming text messages from the bracelet). Steps and mileage seemed slightly inflated in tests
Garmin's Vivosmart activity tracker counts steps, measures sleep, reminds you to move, and sends notifications, including text messages, to your wrist. Its midrange price point makes it an attractive option....
Published: 2014-09-04, Author: Ray , review by: dcrainmaker.com
Abstract: I had a chance recently to play with the unit for a short bit of time, so I can offer some initial first thoughts. Over the course of the fall I'll pickup a unit and give it a more detailed review as usual.For those in a bit of a hurry, here's the core ru...
comfortable design; very long battery life; well implemented activity tracking and notification
companion app doesn't provide much value; text orientation makes longer notifications hard to read, $170
What's a fitness enthusiast with a geek streak to do? Ultimately, it comes down to which proclivity is stronger and what your budget will handle. The Vivosmart is not a smartwatch, nor does it try to be – which is, well, smart. Instead, it offers a solid...
Abstract: Keeping track of your steps or your heart rate might seem like a small thing, but it can contribute a lot to your overall health. One of the simplest ways to track your fitness — whether it's just by measuring the number of steps you take in a day, or whe...
Comfortable, discreet design, Solid tracking and motivational qualities, useful additional features, including phone notifications
More expensive than many rivals, pointless sleep tracking, screen can be annoyingly unresponsive
We slightly question the usefulness of this type of fitness tracker, and there are an awful lot of them coming out now. However, if you're in the market for one, this is definitely one you should consider...
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Published: 2014-12-10, Author: Dan , review by: cnet.com.au
The Vivosmart can accurately track your daily activities and display notifications from your smartphone. It can connect with third-party apps like MyFitnessPal and wireless heart-rate monitors. It's also waterproof and has personalized activity goals
Notifications can be difficult to read and aren't interactive. Sleep tracking isn't automatic, Garmin's mobile app is dated, and the touchscreen is sometimes unresponsive. Select smart features aren't available for iOS users
While it won't appeal to everyone, the Vivosmart is a solid activity tracker for those individuals who are also interested in receiving basic notifications on their wrist....
The Garmin Vivosmart is one of most versatile activity trackers on the market that provides all the essential fitness and health information as well as all of your smartphone notifications without the added expense of a smartwatch.Garmin VivosmartPrice: $...
Published: 2014-10-21, Author: Alex , review by: fatducktech.com
Abstract: Garmin's latest wearable, the Garmin Vivosmart has a simple and attractive interface, although it's not as price competitive as it could be.It's no exaggeration to say that you've got a lot of choice when it comes to wearable technology right now. If you'...
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Published: 2015-10-01, Author: James , review by: titaniumgeek.com
During my time doing this Garmin Vivosmart review, I grew REALLY accustomed to using the device. Its a shame that optical heart rate is not included, but that would drastically change the size and shape of the device, which would really detract from its s...
