Garmin Vivoactive 3 review: specs and price
Garmin Vivoactive 3
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Garmin Vivoactive 3
Why is Garmin Vivoactive 3 better than the average?
- Thickness?
11.7mmvs11.95mm - Waterproof depth rating?
50mvs43.39m - Weight?
43gvs52.38g - Height?
43.4mmvs44.45mm - Rating on Apple's App Store?
4vs3.36 - Rating on Google Play?
4.5vs3.93 - IOS app size?
13.5MBvs238.99MB - Volume?
22.04cm³vs23.14cm³
Price comparison
Garmin Vivoactive 3
Buy used:
$149.99
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2" GPS ...Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2" GPS Waterproof 5 ATM Glonass Black Stainless Steel | $189.85 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-21 Vivoactive 3, GPS Sm...Garmin 010-01769-21 Vivoactive 3, GPS Smartwatch with Contactless Payments and Built-in Sports Apps, White/Silver | $129.99 | |||
| Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with ...Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with Built-in Sports Apps - Black/Silver (Renewed) | $98.99 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Sm...Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Smartwatch with Contactless Payments and Built-In Sports Apps, Black with Silver Hardware | $129.99 | |||
| Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2in GPS...Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2in GPS Waterproof 5 ATM Glonass Black Stainless Steel (Renewed) | $139.95 | |||
| Garmin vivoactive 3 vivoactive3 Smart Wa...Garmin vivoactive 3 vivoactive3 Smart Watch | $139.00 | |||
Design
1.is dustproof and water-resistant
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The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
2.has branded damage-resistant glass
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Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
3.sweat resistance
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Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
4.has a touch screen
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You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
5.Has a display
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The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
6.Watch band is replaceable
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The watch band is removable and can be replaced by any standard watch band of the correct size, allowing you to customise it to your liking.
Sensors
1.Has a heart rate monitor
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A heart rate monitor can help show your fitness levels, enabling you to calculate a suitable intensity of exercise.
2.has GPS
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GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
3.has an accelerometer
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An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.
4.Monitors blood oxygenation levels
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Your blood oxygen level is a measurement how much oxygen is reaching your muscles. It is important because low levels mean that you will become easily fatigued during exercise. The more exercise you do, the better your blood oxygen levels will become.
5.has a compass
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A compass is useful for gaming, maps, and navigation software.
6.Has a barometer
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This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.
Activity tracking
1.Tracks distance
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It tracks how far you travel.
2.Tracks steps taken
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It tracks how many steps you take throughout the day, allowing you to see how active you have been.
3.Tracks your sleep
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It can track your sleep, such as how long you sleep for and the quality.
4.Measures pace
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Measuring pace shows how much time it takes to travel one kilometer or one mile. For example, in running, a 4 minute kilometer would be a very good pace.
5.Counts how many calories you have burnt
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This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.
6.Provides activity reports
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Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.
Connectivity
1.Is compatible with Android
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It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
2.Syncs wirelessly
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The device syncs all of your data wirelessly, without the need for cables.
3.Automatically syncs
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The device automatically syncs your data when in range of your computer or smartphone.
4.has NFC
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NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions.
5.Is compatible with iOS
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It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
6.supports ANT+
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ANT+ is a wireless protocol similar to Bluetooth Smart, and is very power efficient. It is mainly used for fitness monitoring devices such as heart rate monitors and cadence sensors to connect to other devices (e.g., sports watches, smartphones, and cycling computers).
Battery
1.battery life
7 days
With a longer battery life, you don’t have to worry about charging the device as often.
2.has a battery level indicator
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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
3.has a rechargeable battery
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The battery can be recharged and used over again.
4.battery life with GPS on
13h
There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
Features
1.Locates your phone
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The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.
2.Has notifications
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If you get a notification such as a call or message, the device will vibrate on your wrist or make a noise to alert you.
3.Has call control
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The device alerts you to incoming calls on your smartphone, and allows you extra control such as muting or rejecting the call.
4.Has silent alarm
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The device can wake you using vibration, so as not to disturb anyone else sleeping in the room.
5.Has a stopwatch
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With a stopwatch you can time yourself.
6.Has vibrating alerts
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Vibrating alerts have a variety of uses, such as interval training.
Miscellaneous
1.Has music playback
Garmin Vivoactive 3 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can listen to your own music when working out. This can make exercising more enjoyable and motivate you to push yourself further.
2.Free app
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You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.
3.Ad-free
Garmin Vivoactive 3 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
4.Syncs to the cloud
Garmin Vivoactive 3 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
Your data is synced to the cloud, making it easier to access across different devices and making sure it is always backed up in case you lose your device.
5.Has exercise diary
Garmin Vivoactive 3 (Garmin Connect Mobile)
It has an exercise diary, allowing you to easily keep track of your previous workouts.
6.rating on Apple's App Store
The app has a higher rating on Apple’s App Store. The rating measures the overall quality of the app and user satisfaction. The score ranges from 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest).
Price comparison
Garmin Vivoactive 3
Buy used:
$149.99
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2" GPS ...Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2" GPS Waterproof 5 ATM Glonass Black Stainless Steel | $189.85 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-21 Vivoactive 3, GPS Sm...Garmin 010-01769-21 Vivoactive 3, GPS Smartwatch with Contactless Payments and Built-in Sports Apps, White/Silver | $129.99 | |||
| Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with ...Garmin Vivoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch with Built-in Sports Apps - Black/Silver (Renewed) | $98.99 | |||
| Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Sm...Garmin 010-01769-01 Vivoactive 3, GPS Smartwatch with Contactless Payments and Built-In Sports Apps, Black with Silver Hardware | $129.99 | |||
| Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2in GPS...Smartwatch GARMIN Vivoactive 3 1,2in GPS Waterproof 5 ATM Glonass Black Stainless Steel (Renewed) | $139.95 | |||
| Garmin vivoactive 3 vivoactive3 Smart Wa...Garmin vivoactive 3 vivoactive3 Smart Watch | $139.00 | |||
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