Garmin Vivoactive 5 Watch GPS, WIFI,Black/SlateWW3

Garmin Vivoactive 5 – Feature Overview

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is a versatile and feature-rich GPS smartwatch designed for individuals who want an all-in-one device that balances health tracking, fitness functionality, and smart capabilities. Positioned between Garmin’s Venu and Forerunner lines, the Vivoactive 5 combines a vibrant AMOLED display with comprehensive wellness tools and support for a wide range of sports and lifestyle activities. It’s built for users who prioritize both performance and everyday usability and is available at Mobihub Electronics Kenya.

Design and Display

• Case Size: 42.2 mm diameter

• Thickness: Approx. 11.1 mm

• Weight: Around 36 grams (with silicone strap)

• Display:

  • Type: AMOLED touchscreen

  • Size: 1.2 inches diameter

  • Resolution: 390 x 390 pixels

  • Brightness: High-resolution color display with deep contrast and optional always-on mode

• Material:

  • Lens: Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3

  • Bezel: Aluminum

  • Case: Fiber-reinforced polymer

• Strap: 20 mm quick-release silicone band

Battery Life and Charging

• Smartwatch Mode: Up to 11 days

• Battery Saver Mode: Up to 21 days

• GPS Mode (without music): Up to 21 hours

• GPS Mode with Music: Up to 8 hours

• Charging: Proprietary USB cable; full charge in approx. 1–1.5 hours

Health and Wellness Tracking

The Vivoactive 5 includes Garmin’s most advanced health monitoring tools:

• Wrist-Based Heart Rate: Continuous tracking with high/low alerts and heart rate zones

• Pulse Ox Sensor: Measures blood oxygen saturation levels (spot-check and overnight)

• Sleep Tracking with Sleep Score:

  • Monitors sleep stages (light, deep, REM)

  • Provides a nightly sleep score and coaching suggestions

• Stress Tracking: Based on heart rate variability

• Body Battery™: Indicates energy levels based on activity, rest, and stress

• Respiration Tracking: Monitors breathing throughout the day, sleep, and workouts

• Hydration & Nutrition Logging: Manual tracking with daily reminders and goal setting

• Women’s Health Tracking: Menstrual cycle and pregnancy tracking via the Garmin Connect app

• Health Snapshot:

  • Two-minute scan capturing heart rate, SpO2, respiration, stress, and HRV

  • Generates a report you can view or share from the Garmin Connect app

• Skin Temperature Trend Tracking: Monitors nightly changes in skin temperature

Fitness and Sports Features

• Built-In GPS, GLONASS, Galileo: Accurate outdoor tracking without a phone

• Preloaded Sports Apps: 30+ activity modes including:

  • Running (indoor/outdoor)

  • Walking

  • Cycling

  • HIIT

  • Strength training

  • Cardio

  • Pilates

  • Yoga

  • Rowing

  • Pool swimming

• Animated On-Screen Workouts: Guided movement animations for strength, cardio, yoga, and Pilates

• Custom Workouts & Training Plans: Create and sync routines via Garmin Connect

• Daily Suggested Workouts: Based on fitness level, recovery, and goals

• VO2 Max Estimation: Measures cardiorespiratory fitness level

• Recovery Time Advisor: Recommends rest between intense sessions

• Fitness Age: Estimates biological fitness age based on VO2 max and activity level

• Wheelchair Mode:

  • Specific tracking for wheelchair users including push counts, push-based workouts, and wheelchair-specific metrics

Smart Features

• Music:

  • On-device storage for up to 500 songs

  • Supports offline playlists from Spotify, Deezer, and Amazon Music (premium accounts required)

  • Bluetooth headphone compatibility

• Smart Notifications: Receive texts, calls, and app alerts when paired with a smartphone

• Garmin Pay™: Contactless payments for supported banks

• Voice Assistant Integration: Use voice assistant on your paired smartphone (Android only)

• Calendar & Weather: View upcoming events and local forecasts

• Find My Phone/Find My Watch: Built-in safety tools

• Morning Report: Customizable daily summary showing weather, sleep, recovery, and calendar events

• Sleep Coach: Offers daily sleep advice based on sleep quality, activity, and rest

• Connect IQ Store: Download additional watch faces, data fields, and widgets (limited to lightweight apps)

Safety and Tracking Features

• LiveTrack: Lets friends/family follow your activity in real time (requires phone connection)

• Incident Detection & Assistance:

  • Sends location to emergency contacts if a fall or crash is detected during select activities

  • Requires paired smartphone with signal

Durability and Water Resistance

• Water Rating: 5 ATM – suitable for swimming, showering, and water exposure

• Durability: Built to withstand everyday use and workouts with protective Gorilla Glass

Summary

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is a powerful, feature-rich smartwatch ideal for users looking to integrate fitness, wellness, and smart lifestyle tools into one wearable. Its vibrant AMOLED display, extended battery life, robust sports tracking, and health analytics make it suitable for both casual fitness enthusiasts and committed athletes. With support for animated workouts, built-in music, and contactless payments, it stands out as a versatile companion for daily activity, training, and overall wellness.