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The Garmin Fenix 8 is the best multisport watch on the market - and also the most expensive at up to 1299 euros.
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Be limitless. The fēnix 8 Multisport Smartwatch for ambitious athletes and outdoor enthusiasts who want to explore their limits. It accompanies you in a robust design and is protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a titanium bezel. Opt for the brilliant AMOLED display with outstanding battery life. The integrated, bright LED torch gets you safely to your destination, even in the dark. Pair the fēnix 8 with your smartphone to make or receive calls - thanks to the integrated microphone and speaker.
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Barometric altimeter, Compass, Date display, Datebooks, Find my phone, Music storage, Route planner, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Weather |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Heart rate monitoring, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels, VO2max |
Activities | Cadence measurement, Cross-country skiing, Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Interval training, Mountain bike, Mountaineering, Rowing, Running, Sailing, Skiing, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Trail running, Triathlon, Yoga |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Wristband material | Titanium |
Case material | Metal, Polymer |
Item number | 49615914 |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | 010-02904-40 |
Release date | 20.9.2024 |
Exact colour description | Grey |
Watch type | Sports watch |
Durability | Waterproof (10 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | Waterproof |
Operating system | Garmin |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Barometric altimeter, Compass, Date display, Datebooks, Find my phone, Music storage, Route planner, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Weather |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Heart rate monitoring, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels, VO2max |
Activities | Cadence measurement, Cross-country skiing, Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Interval training, Mountain bike, Mountaineering, Rowing, Running, Sailing, Skiing, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Trail running, Triathlon, Yoga |
Payment service | Garmin Pay |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor, Pulse Oximeter, Temperature sensor |
Localisation technology | Compass, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | AMOLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.40" |
Image resolution | 454 x 454 pixels |
Wristband colour | Grey |
Wristband material | Titanium |
Wristband size | One size |
Strap width | 22 mm |
Strap description | Hinged bracelet |
Strap fastener | Folding clasp |
Case colour | Grey |
Case material | Metal, Polymer |
Glass | Sapphire glass |
Shape of watch | Round |
Case diameter | 47 mm |
Case thickness | 15.20 mm |
Case material | Titanium |
Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth, WiFi hotspot |
Storage capacity | 32 GB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Lead–acid battery |
Battery life (without GPS) | 16 Days |
Runtime (in GPS mode) | 1.96 Days |
Battery size | Device specific |
Battery life | 16 Days |
Country of origin | Germany |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Charging/data cable, Documentation |
Weight | 73 g |
Length | 18.30 cm |
Width | 17.70 cm |
Height | 6 cm |
Weight | 681 g |
Specifications may include unverified machine translations.
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 4.Huawei1.6 %
- 5.OnePlus1.8 %
- 6.Garmin2 %
- 7.CMF2.3 %
- 8.Xcoast2.4 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 18.MediaShop4 days
- 18.Samsung4 days
- 22.Garmin5 days
- 22.Huawei5 days
- 22.ICE Watch5 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 8.Polar4.6 %
- 9.Denver4.9 %
- 10.Garmin5 %
- 11.Accutime5.2 %
- 11.Huawei5.2 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus
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Overall ratingVery good87/100
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The Garmin Fenix 8 is the best outdoor multisport watch on the market - and also the most expensive. Which size (43, 47, 51 millimetres) and display technology (AMOLED or MIP) you should choose is a very individual decision. Those who value the longest possible battery life should opt for the MIP versions...
Very good83/100
- Long runtime
- measures heart rate accurately
- with Garmin Pay
- Menu navigation partly complicated
- Housing not very scratch-resistant
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With a microphone and loudspeaker, the multisport watch can manage calls when paired with a smartphone. Or - even without a mobile - accept voice commands. So you have your hands free on the mountain. What I love: The detailed map material that can be loaded onto the watch and the GPS navigation...
Very good95/100
- Very robust titanium housing
- Water protection up to 10 atm, diving up to 40 m © LED torch © Offline voice control
- huge selection of activities
- Offline maps
- Very detailed sports analysis
- Many health functions