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Garmin Fenix 5 Sapphire Black with Black Band
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.6
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Battery Life
132battery, gps, days, week, lasts
+95%
-5%
" ... 1) The battery lasts SOOO LONGGG! ... "
" ... Battery life is amazing on this thing. ... "
" ... Battery life is amazing on this thing. ... "
" ... I've gone 2 weeks on a charge, but mostly lasts a week during heavy use. ... "
" ... I've gone 2 weeks on a charge, but mostly lasts a week during heavy use. ... "
" ... People do mention the battery life, and i have to agree it was brilliant. ... I love the battery life, the map, the fact its waterproof and load of other activities it has on here for the things like the gym, and as an outdoors individual i see it as a worth while investment. ... "
" ... People do mention the battery life, and i have to agree it was brilliant. ... I love the battery life, the map, the fact its waterproof and load of other activities it has on here for the things like the gym, and as an outdoors individual i see it as a worth while investment. ... "
" ... the battery life is simply outstanding. ... "
Band
110bands, metal band, chest strap, sapphire, straps
+87%
-13%
" ... This watch is very nice looking and has the coolest band design that allows you to switch out bands in seconds without any tools!! ... "
" ... I was afraid it would be too big for my wrist, but it turned out perfect, and I have relatively small/thin wrist. ... "
" ... The best sport watch. ... "
" ... The best sport watch. ... "
" ... That’s if you want a watch that looks great both for casual wear and formal and a watch that will improve your performance and keep you in “the know” when you get a text, email or whatever notification you want. ... "
" ... That’s if you want a watch that looks great both for casual wear and formal and a watch that will improve your performance and keep you in “the know” when you get a text, email or whatever notification you want. ... "
" ... Excellent quality and a great band! ... "
" ... Replacement bands are perfect and change over is a breeze. ... "
Comfort
101wrists, hrm, chest strap, straps, fenix
+90%
-10%
" ... So far, the watch has held up incredibly well with daily use. ... "
" ... I was afraid it would be too big for my wrist, but it turned out perfect, and I have relatively small/thin wrist. ... "
" ... I want to glance down at my wrist that's already facing me and see the time. ... If you're a coder, you know exactly how debilitating it is to take your hands off your keyboard to check something or even switch over from whatever app you're coding in to your email . ... "
" ... I want to glance down at my wrist that's already facing me and see the time. ... If you're a coder, you know exactly how debilitating it is to take your hands off your keyboard to check something or even switch over from whatever app you're coding in to your email . ... "
" ... Great watch- it is a fit bit on Steroids! ... "
" ... Great watch- it is a fit bit on Steroids! ... "
" ... I have had this watch for over 6 months and am now comfortable submitting a review. ... "
" ... I have had this watch for over 6 months and am now comfortable submitting a review. ... "
GPS
97garmin, maps, accuracy, topo maps, garmin fenix
+80%
-20%
" ... The GPS works very well, it takes it generally about a minute to pick up the satellites. ... "
" ... GPS tracking and mapping work great. ... "
" ... Well done Garmin. ... "
" ... Well done Garmin. ... "
" ... This may be expensive, but personally, functions like the GPS (which doesn't need a phone signal) and the 'back to start' function, if running, hiking, biking, skiing or snowboarding will be beneficial for outdoor people everywhere. ... "
" ... This may be expensive, but personally, functions like the GPS (which doesn't need a phone signal) and the 'back to start' function, if running, hiking, biking, skiing or snowboarding will be beneficial for outdoor people everywhere. ... "
" ... When I first decided to purchase a gps watch I took some time to look around and decided Garmin would be what I wanted, because the application was Gps. ... "
" ... When I first decided to purchase a gps watch I took some time to look around and decided Garmin would be what I wanted, because the application was Gps. ... "
Device Compatibility
90garmin connect, fenix, express, apple watch, f5
+84%
-16%
" ... You need smart watch with features that keep you connected with the world > Apple (or Samsung). ... "
" ... The Android Garmin Connect app is fantastic and when paired with the Garmin Index Smart Scale, provides all of the data that you've been craving for in one easy to use dashboard. ... "
" ... The Android Garmin Connect app is fantastic and when paired with the Garmin Index Smart Scale, provides all of the data that you've been craving for in one easy to use dashboard. ... "
" ... ability to set and keep daily alarms from the watch and it would be really nice to see data seamlessly integrated with other devices (I use an edge 520 for cycling). ... "
" ... Data transfer is seamless and the app on my phone is great. ... "
" ... Data transfer is seamless and the app on my phone is great. ... "
" ... Limiting the phone-integration to just calls/messages is all I really care for, and keeps things simple. ... "
" ... Limiting the phone-integration to just calls/messages is all I really care for, and keeps things simple. ... "
Design
84watch face, looks great, champagne metal, bezel, champagne
+98%
-2%
" ... 2) It looks GREAT. ... the design is very good. ... Its lightweight, comfort and good looking. ... "
" ... Seriously - the watch is gorgeous, functional, and flawless. ... "
" ... Seriously - the watch is gorgeous, functional, and flawless. ... "
" ... That’s if you want a watch that looks great both for casual wear and formal and a watch that will improve your performance and keep you in “the know” when you get a text, email or whatever notification you want. ... "
" ... That’s if you want a watch that looks great both for casual wear and formal and a watch that will improve your performance and keep you in “the know” when you get a text, email or whatever notification you want. ... "
" ... It's exactly what I wanted, looks so sharp and understated. ... "
" ... It's exactly what I wanted, looks so sharp and understated. ... "
" ... It looks quite classy for a sports watch and I can wear it literally everywhere. ... "
Heartrate
80hr, heart rate monitor, wrist heart rate, hr monitor, fenix
+81%
-19%
" ... 2) The heart rate monitor isn't the most accurate, but it's the technology's limit . ... "
" ... And Fenix in its turn does whatever your heart desires in terms of physical activity. ... "
" ... I am using it for cycling and running, and I am switching from a phone app+HR monitor strap combo. ... The wrist based HR monitor is just as accurate, but doesn't chafe like the strap does sometimes, and the GPS is far superior to my phone's. ... "
" ... I am using it for cycling and running, and I am switching from a phone app+HR monitor strap combo. ... The wrist based HR monitor is just as accurate, but doesn't chafe like the strap does sometimes, and the GPS is far superior to my phone's. ... "
" ... It is great tracking not just my workouts but my heart rate, sleep and intensity of workouts and how much I'm running around all day. ... I'm 57 so I need to pace myself on long hikes on steep trails, by keeping an eye on heart rate I'm not burning myself out early and keeping an even pace. ... "
" ... It is great tracking not just my workouts but my heart rate, sleep and intensity of workouts and how much I'm running around all day. ... I'm 57 so I need to pace myself on long hikes on steep trails, by keeping an eye on heart rate I'm not burning myself out early and keeping an even pace. ... "
" ... I've been using it for over a month now and run 4-5 days a week, the accuracy is spot on-- Heart rate does not miss anything when running or during the day. ... "
" ... This is my first Fenix - I upgraded from a Forerunner 230. ... I turned off a few features to extend the battery life including the HR monitor. ... "
Apps
78maps, garmin connect, fenix, widgets, topo maps
+82%
-18%
" ... The watch is totally customizable, and I've downloaded a number of free, cool watch faces for it. ... "
" ... The Garmin Apps are the best and constantly being upgraded! ... "
" ... The Garmin Apps are the best and constantly being upgraded! ... "
" ... The phone app is far superior to any other fitness app I researched prior to purchasing. ... There are many 3rd party apps you can add to the phone as well. ... Other Garmin apps I find very useful on this watch are the Sun/Moon app and Tides. ... If you monitor tides for your ocean activities, the Tide app is an excellent tool. ... "
" ... The phone app is far superior to any other fitness app I researched prior to purchasing. ... There are many 3rd party apps you can add to the phone as well. ... Other Garmin apps I find very useful on this watch are the Sun/Moon app and Tides. ... If you monitor tides for your ocean activities, the Tide app is an excellent tool. ... "
" ... The Android Garmin Connect app is fantastic and when paired with the Garmin Index Smart Scale, provides all of the data that you've been craving for in one easy to use dashboard. ... "
" ... The Android Garmin Connect app is fantastic and when paired with the Garmin Index Smart Scale, provides all of the data that you've been craving for in one easy to use dashboard. ... "
" ... The access of the watch to the Garmin Connect app is surprisingly useful for monitoring activities. ... "
Build Quality
68looks like, champagne metal, straps, fenix, wrist
+88%
-12%
" ... The durability of this watch is second to none. ... "
" ... Well, my last watch was a pebble steel. ... "
" ... Well, my last watch was a pebble steel. ... "
" ... It is tough and durable. ... "
" ... It is tough and durable. ... "
" ... And it really is rugged, I dropped it recently about 8 ft high onto tile floor n still works without a scratch! ... "
" ... And it really is rugged, I dropped it recently about 8 ft high onto tile floor n still works without a scratch! ... "
" ... Extremely durable watch face. ... "
Software Platform
63maps, topo maps, express, garmin connect app, fenix
+67%
-33%
" ... The Garmin Apps are the best and constantly being upgraded! ... "
" ... The Garmin Apps are the best and constantly being upgraded! ... "
" ... You need smart watch with features that keep you connected with the world > Apple (or Samsung). ... "
" ... The map feature on the watch itself is nice in a pinch, i.e. ... Other Garmin apps I find very useful on this watch are the Sun/Moon app and Tides. ... "
" ... The map feature on the watch itself is nice in a pinch, i.e. ... Other Garmin apps I find very useful on this watch are the Sun/Moon app and Tides. ... "
" ... The Android Garmin Connect app is fantastic and when paired with the Garmin Index Smart Scale, provides all of the data that you've been craving for in one easy to use dashboard. ... "
" ... The Android Garmin Connect app is fantastic and when paired with the Garmin Index Smart Scale, provides all of the data that you've been craving for in one easy to use dashboard. ... "
" ... I was also surprised I could control the Spotify app on my mobile device from my Fenix F5 device. ... Connect IQ includes many useful additional apps, widgets, watch-faces. ... Mobile Connect interface seamless (allows up/download of data, apps, widgets) ... I discovered the cause for this: a) Fenix 5 software needed updating, and b) the Fenix 5 watch by default uses the AUTO setting for the built-in Barometer to determine elevation changes during the hiking activity. ... "
Display Clarity
60backlight, screens, touch screen, sun, sunlight
+80%
-20%
" ... Screen is clear and easy to read in any light. ... "
" ... The Fenix/Pebble use a color LCD screen. ... In the sun it's even more bright and crisp. ... "
" ... The Fenix/Pebble use a color LCD screen. ... In the sun it's even more bright and crisp. ... "
" ... all you have to do is look at it from an angle and it’s so easy to read. ... "
" ... all you have to do is look at it from an angle and it’s so easy to read. ... "
" ... The different screens can be personalized. ... "
" ... The different screens can be personalized. ... "
" ... I also really appreciate that the watch does not rely on a touch screen, or attempt to be a full-on smart watch. ... "
Features
50functions, discover, customization, touchscreen, timepiece
+100%
" ... Amazing watch with tons of features. ... This watch has so many features and customization options that it is a blast to own. ... "
" ... 3) All the 'smart' features are great. ... "
" ... Plus it has a light function. ... "
" ... Plus it has a light function. ... "
" ... Features that continue to surprise me. ... "
" ... Features that continue to surprise me. ... "
" ... The features have been described to death in other good reviews, but here's my take on a few of my favorite/useful features: ... "
" ... There are so many features I am still learning it. ... "
For Running
49hiking, treadmill, training, cycling, hrm
+98%
-2%
" ... I use it primarily for tracking workouts, but have also used it for walking, hiking, and biking. ... "
" ... A great watch with great battery life so you can do great things and the outdoors while exercising. ... "
" ... I bought this for mountain biking and wilderness exploration. ... "
" ... I bought this for mountain biking and wilderness exploration. ... "
" ... I walk mostly and alternate a bit of running. ... "
" ... I walk mostly and alternate a bit of running. ... "
" ... Accurately beeps at every mile I run. ... "
" ... I workout so if I am going for a bike ride or a run this is perfect. ... "
Product Reliability
482 weeks, impressions, fenix, f3hr, baro
+58%
-42%
" ... but no issues. ... "
" ... but no issues. ... "
" ... Great device so far, but needs more time to say for sure (only 1 month in use). ... "
" ... Great device so far, but needs more time to say for sure (only 1 month in use). ... "
" ... After 30 days, I liked my F5S enough to keep it. ... ---------- IMPRESSIONS AFTER 120 DAYS ---------- ... "
" ... After 30 days, I liked my F5S enough to keep it. ... ---------- IMPRESSIONS AFTER 120 DAYS ---------- ... "
" ... It has been about 6 weeks now and they still have no updates on when this issue will be fixed. ... Update 11/10 ... I've had my replacement watch for about a month now. ... "
" ... It has been about 6 weeks now and they still have no updates on when this issue will be fixed. ... Update 11/10 ... I've had my replacement watch for about a month now. ... "
Pedometer
42accurate, counting, step count, miles, altimeter
+88%
-12%
" ... as a runner, biker,swimmer,hiker, this thing has been great. ... "
" ... as a runner, biker,swimmer,hiker, this thing has been great. ... "
" ... The watch was very accurate - the course is measured at 101.85 miles and the watch measured 101.8. ... "
" ... The watch was very accurate - the course is measured at 101.85 miles and the watch measured 101.8. ... "
" ... It is very accurate for elevation according to the maps at over 13,000 feet. ... "
" ... It is very accurate for elevation according to the maps at over 13,000 feet. ... "
" ... Accurately beeps at every mile I run. ... So nice to be able to do an accurate out and back, such as when I want to run 4 miles, just turn around at the second vibration. ... "
" ... Keeps track of my distance and accurate calorie counting. ... "
Sleep Tracking
38tracking, activity, heart rate, track, sleeping
+100%
" ... Like the sleep tracker. ... "
" ... I use fitness and sleep monitor's daily. ... "
" ... And Fenix in its turn does whatever your heart desires in terms of physical activity. ... "
" ... The app is easy to use and provides all the vital information, including sleep patterns that I monitor. ... "
" ... The app is easy to use and provides all the vital information, including sleep patterns that I monitor. ... "
" ... It is great tracking not just my workouts but my heart rate, sleep and intensity of workouts and how much I'm running around all day. ... "
" ... It is great tracking not just my workouts but my heart rate, sleep and intensity of workouts and how much I'm running around all day. ... "
" ... Running, sleep, the gym, on trips (it keeps track while you're flying @30k feet), and all things in-between. ... "
Ease of Use
37interface, intuitive, learn, setup, screens
+95%
-5%
" ... All were easy to use. ... "
" ... But other than the appearance, so far I'm liking the features and interface. ... "
" ... But other than the appearance, so far I'm liking the features and interface. ... "
" ... Within 15 minutes of setup, I found the watch friendly and easy-to-navigate. ... Up-to-speed quickly with easy-to-learn, intuitive user-interface. ... "
" ... Within 15 minutes of setup, I found the watch friendly and easy-to-navigate. ... Up-to-speed quickly with easy-to-learn, intuitive user-interface. ... "
" ... Easy to use and to configure! ... "
" ... Its robust but not very easy to use. ... But after a while it becomes easy. ... "
" ... Its robust but not very easy to use. ... But after a while it becomes easy. ... "
Accuracy
37steps, altimeter, accuracy, fenix 5, gps
+95%
-5%
" ... The watch was very accurate - the course is measured at 101.85 miles and the watch measured 101.8. ... "
" ... The watch was very accurate - the course is measured at 101.85 miles and the watch measured 101.8. ... "
" ... The golf function was great and accurate as well. ... "
" ... I have had to add a chest based HRM if I really want accurate readings. ... "
" ... I have had to add a chest based HRM if I really want accurate readings. ... "
" ... It is very accurate for elevation according to the maps at over 13,000 feet. ... "
" ... It is very accurate for elevation according to the maps at over 13,000 feet. ... "
" ... Accurately beeps at every mile I run. ... So nice to be able to do an accurate out and back, such as when I want to run 4 miles, just turn around at the second vibration. ... "
Price
33worth, expensive, worth the price, pricey, worth the money
+85%
-15%
" ... The price is different today I missing my money bastardoic ... "
" ... Amazing watch--Well worth the cost. ... "
" ... Amazing watch--Well worth the cost. ... "
" ... Expensive but 💯 percent worth the money. ... "
" ... Expensive but 💯 percent worth the money. ... "
" ... Worth the price. ... "
" ... Worth the price. ... "
" ... Is the watch worth the price? ... "
Water Resistance
31shower, swim, hiking, biking, snowboarding
+100%
" ... i love the functionality and had fun while skiing with it last week. ... "
" ... i love the functionality and had fun while skiing with it last week. ... "
" ... So i bought this more for hiking and snowboarding purposes (as well as the gym), but mainly because of the map feature on here. ... "
" ... So i bought this more for hiking and snowboarding purposes (as well as the gym), but mainly because of the map feature on here. ... "
" ... I bought this for mountain biking and wilderness exploration. ... "
" ... I bought this for mountain biking and wilderness exploration. ... "
" ... * Waterproof - don't have to worry about wet or depth ... "
" ... I swim, shower and do everything else and it just works. ... "
Controls
30button, scroll and select, menu button, long press, press
+73%
-27%
" ... Command buttons work well and efficiently once mastered. ... "
" ... Command buttons work well and efficiently once mastered. ... "
" ... The watch looks really cool and I like the feel of the buttons - they are easy to press while sweaty and are hard to press by accident. ... "
" ... The watch looks really cool and I like the feel of the buttons - they are easy to press while sweaty and are hard to press by accident. ... "
" ... Button functions seemed logical and rugged with advanced features such as programmable hot-key/long-press button re-assignment. ... In addition to that, the Music widget lets you control Volume, Pause, Play, and Skip music on your paired mobile device. ... Thus, you can control a whole home sound system's Volume, Pause, Play, and Skip music. ... Text, Email, Calendar Notifications display on watch, with easy read/delete functions. ... a) Long Press Up/Menu button. ... a) Long Press Up/Menu button. ... h) Long Press Up/Menu button. ... "
" ... Button functions seemed logical and rugged with advanced features such as programmable hot-key/long-press button re-assignment. ... In addition to that, the Music widget lets you control Volume, Pause, Play, and Skip music on your paired mobile device. ... Thus, you can control a whole home sound system's Volume, Pause, Play, and Skip music. ... Text, Email, Calendar Notifications display on watch, with easy read/delete functions. ... a) Long Press Up/Menu button. ... a) Long Press Up/Menu button. ... h) Long Press Up/Menu button. ... "
" ... The maps are very easy for me to read and all of the features of this watch are just a few button presses away. ... "
" ... The maps are very easy for me to read and all of the features of this watch are just a few button presses away. ... "
Charging
30charging, charging cable, week, garmin, charges
+93%
-7%
" ... It did take a while to recharge. ... I was charging it for about 2 hours and it got up to 57% battery - note that the watch was still running during this time. ... "
" ... It did take a while to recharge. ... I was charging it for about 2 hours and it got up to 57% battery - note that the watch was still running during this time. ... "
" ... If you have the money and are looking for a very technical watch that will last you MULTIPLE DAYS on a single charge, just do it. ... "
" ... If you have the money and are looking for a very technical watch that will last you MULTIPLE DAYS on a single charge, just do it. ... "
" ... The battery easily lasts one week without charging. ... "
" ... I went from the Garmin Fenix 3 to the 5X and while I love the watch in general, mine has a flaw with the charger. ... "
" ... I went from the Garmin Fenix 3 to the 5X and while I love the watch in general, mine has a flaw with the charger. ... "
" ... Finally a watch I don't have to charge everyday . ... "
Marketplace
27watch, expected, sep, review, posted
+67%
-33%
" ... all of the options and features that it has work exactly as described. ... "
" ... Look at the pics I have posted. ... "
" ... Look at the pics I have posted. ... "
" ... You name it, it's there. ... "
" ... I have no association with Garmin or any other seller. ... "
" ... I have no association with Garmin or any other seller. ... "
" ... Excellent seller and product. ... "
" ... Excellent seller and product. ... "
Size
25bulky, 5s, smaller, perfect size, wrists
+76%
-24%
" ... I initially thought the 5s would be great due to the smaller size but the silver ring around the watchface and smaller size did not appeal to me. ... I decided to go with the regular Fenix 5 size. ... "
" ... While I was concerned about the size I actually really like the larger size. ... I'm a big guy and it doesn't look too big. ... "
" ... While I was concerned about the size I actually really like the larger size. ... I'm a big guy and it doesn't look too big. ... "
" ... Size - I'm a small guy with small wirst. ... "
" ... Size - I'm a small guy with small wirst. ... "
" ... If you like a large size bezel then go for it. ... "
" ... If you like a large size bezel then go for it. ... "
" ... Now the 5S is perfectly for women of a medium to small builds. ... "
Bluetooth
22bluetooth connectivity, pair and stay, fenix 5, stay connected update, connected update 5
+77%
-23%
" ... Also happy to see that the Fenix sync's with both Blue Tooth and ANT+ devices. ... "
" ... Also happy to see that the Fenix sync's with both Blue Tooth and ANT+ devices. ... "
" ... Automatically connects with WiFi when I come in to range of home network and same with Bluetooth for phone. ... "
" ... Automatically connects with WiFi when I come in to range of home network and same with Bluetooth for phone. ... "
" ... It connects easily, with zero problems. ... "
" ... It connects easily, with zero problems. ... "
" ... frankly using BT to connect to the phone app all you need. ... "
" ... frankly using BT to connect to the phone app all you need. ... "
For Travel
21hikes, utah, trail running, trail, snowboarding
+76%
-24%
" ... I use it primarily for tracking workouts, but have also used it for walking, hiking, and biking. ... "
" ... So i bought this more for hiking and snowboarding purposes (as well as the gym), but mainly because of the map feature on here. ... As i mentioned earlier i took this on a hiking trip, i had hit 3 national parks for 3 days straight using the GPS function on each of my 5-6hr hikes. ... "
" ... So i bought this more for hiking and snowboarding purposes (as well as the gym), but mainly because of the map feature on here. ... As i mentioned earlier i took this on a hiking trip, i had hit 3 national parks for 3 days straight using the GPS function on each of my 5-6hr hikes. ... "
" ... I bought this for mountain biking and wilderness exploration. ... "
" ... I bought this for mountain biking and wilderness exploration. ... "
" ... Great piece if you plan on hiking in the mountains. ... I bought this and left for my 1st trip hiking in the Vail area of Colorado. ... "
" ... Great piece if you plan on hiking in the mountains. ... I bought this and left for my 1st trip hiking in the Vail area of Colorado. ... "
" ... I never have to bring a charger with me when I go on a weekend trip. ... "
Fit
19fit bit, smaller, wrists, truthful, steroids
+89%
-11%
" ... Great watch- it is a fit bit on Steroids! ... "
" ... Great watch- it is a fit bit on Steroids! ... "
" ... Training dynamics and data are far superior to my previous fit bit ... "
" ... To be absolutely truthful, I thought it might be a little too big, but nope, it fits me perfectly. ... "
" ... To be absolutely truthful, I thought it might be a little too big, but nope, it fits me perfectly. ... "
" ... I initially thought the 5s would be great due to the smaller size but the silver ring around the watchface and smaller size did not appeal to me. ... "
" ... The screen protectors for the F5S fit great. ... "
" ... The screen protectors for the F5S fit great. ... "
Color
17background, dim, yellow, slate, pictures
+82%
-18%
" ... Paid the extra $100 primarily for the black/black color. ... "
" ... Paid the extra $100 primarily for the black/black color. ... "
" ... The champagne isn't as yellow as yellow gold, but definitely more yellow than silver. ... "
" ... The champagne isn't as yellow as yellow gold, but definitely more yellow than silver. ... "
" ... Go with slate grey if you want darker. ... "
" ... Go with slate grey if you want darker. ... "
" ... I like that I can customize the colors. ... "
" ... I like that I can customize the colors. ... "
Screen Protection
15sapphire glass, sapphire, glass, fenix, bezel
+87%
-13%
" ... The Fenix/Pebble use a color LCD screen. ... "
" ... The Fenix/Pebble use a color LCD screen. ... "
" ... The screen protectors for the F5S fit great. ... "
" ... The screen protectors for the F5S fit great. ... "
" ... Added a $7 screen protector, and I think my glass will remain as scratch free if not better than a sapphire one. ... "
" ... Added a $7 screen protector, and I think my glass will remain as scratch free if not better than a sapphire one. ... "
" ... One aspect I'm very happy to have included with my purchase was a bump up for the Sapphire glass option. ... "
" ... Note: I did put a glass screen protector on it even though it's the sapphire edition. ... For the price you can't go wrong with a little extra protection (meaning the screen protector). ... "
Delivery
14delivered, delivery, sapphire, received, promptly
+100%
" ... Product was received promptly and in excellent condition. ... "
" ... Product was received promptly and in excellent condition. ... "
" ... Everything was fine with the delivery ... "
" ... Everything was fine with the delivery ... "
" ... (Edit)-my black sapphire just arrived. ... "
" ... (Edit)-my black sapphire just arrived. ... "
" ... Excellent product and delivery service ... "
" ... Excellent product and delivery service ... "
Setup
13instructions, follow, yellow, updates, technical
+85%
-15%
" ... Within 15 minutes of setup, I found the watch friendly and easy-to-navigate. ... "
" ... Within 15 minutes of setup, I found the watch friendly and easy-to-navigate. ... "
" ... More updates to follow. ... "
" ... More updates to follow. ... "
" ... Easy to use and to configure! ... "
" ... They were very helpful fixing the situation. ... "
" ... They were very helpful fixing the situation. ... "
" ... Setup if you take a little time and read the instructions is easy. ... My technical level is above average but setup is easy if you follow the instructions. ... "
Returns
13returning, going to return, usa, sapphire, refund
+15%
-85%
" ... i left with no choice but to return it . ... "
" ... i left with no choice but to return it . ... "
" ... I ordered this watch, and I've decided to return it. ... "
" ... If I could return them, I would return them, but I'm in a country where I can not return. ... "
" ... I am returning it. ... "
" ... I am returning it. ... "
" ... I had to refund it two times in a month and I have a big disappointment about that product. ... "
" ... I had to refund it two times in a month and I have a big disappointment about that product. ... "
Notifications
12text, workhorse, waypoints, route, honesty
+75%
-25%
" ... Notifications & Calendar + so extra is 100% of what I need. ... "
" ... In all honesty, I could live without the notifications but they also work really well. ... "
" ... In all honesty, I could live without the notifications but they also work really well. ... "
" ... I do not use much of the technology in the watch regarding notifications, messaging but assume they would work well. ... "
" ... I do not use much of the technology in the watch regarding notifications, messaging but assume they would work well. ... "
" ... It truly is a daily workhorse: I never miss a call, text, email, etc . ... "
" ... It truly is a daily workhorse: I never miss a call, text, email, etc . ... "
" ... I get a lot of work email while I ride, so the notifications from my phone let me easily tell if its something I can ignore. ... "
Firmware
12new firmware, latest firmware, garmin express, garmin, fixes the problem
+67%
-33%
" ... I discovered the cause for this: a) Fenix 5 software needed updating, and b) the Fenix 5 watch by default uses the AUTO setting for the built-in Barometer to determine elevation changes during the hiking activity. ... "
" ... I discovered the cause for this: a) Fenix 5 software needed updating, and b) the Fenix 5 watch by default uses the AUTO setting for the built-in Barometer to determine elevation changes during the hiking activity. ... "
" ... Update 11/10 ... "
" ... Update 11/10 ... "
" ... And YES, I am already running the latest firmware. ... Can't wait to try the new firmware that is in beta now. ... "
" ... And YES, I am already running the latest firmware. ... Can't wait to try the new firmware that is in beta now. ... "
" ... The latest firmware has solved the random bluetooth disconnect problem :) ... Contact tech support, they claimed a new firmware is about to release, they want me to download the new firmware to see if fixes the problem. ... "
" ... The latest firmware has solved the random bluetooth disconnect problem :) ... Contact tech support, they claimed a new firmware is about to release, they want me to download the new firmware to see if fixes the problem. ... "
Network
11upstairs, downstairs, 10 feet, varies, steps
+82%
-18%
" ... And it really is rugged, I dropped it recently about 8 ft high onto tile floor n still works without a scratch! ... "
" ... And it really is rugged, I dropped it recently about 8 ft high onto tile floor n still works without a scratch! ... "
" ... It is very accurate for elevation according to the maps at over 13,000 feet. ... "
" ... It is very accurate for elevation according to the maps at over 13,000 feet. ... "
" ... You can also add multiple-screens to an activity, so I added a GPS screen to show GPS signal strength, longitude, latitude, and elevation ... As mentioned above, my altimeter accuracy per 1000 foot is now within 2% (within 20 feet per 1000 foot gain, and often is within 10 feet). ... "
" ... You can also add multiple-screens to an activity, so I added a GPS screen to show GPS signal strength, longitude, latitude, and elevation ... As mentioned above, my altimeter accuracy per 1000 foot is now within 2% (within 20 feet per 1000 foot gain, and often is within 10 feet). ... "
" ... Bashed it on doors, scrapped against trees, knocked it, scuffed it and its crystal clear still. ... "
" ... Bashed it on doors, scrapped against trees, knocked it, scuffed it and its crystal clear still. ... "
For Kids
10absolutely, wife, watch, use, tom
+100%
" ... Spouse loves it. ... "
" ... My husband, who is a triathlete, loves it! ... "
" ... Bought this for the wife and she absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... Bought this for the wife and she absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... But for use tom boys it is right up our alley. ... "
" ... But for use tom boys it is right up our alley. ... "
Night Photography
10visible, visibility, unbelievably, sunshine, sunlight
+60%
-40%
" ... The watch is unbelievably light. ... "
" ... The watch is unbelievably light. ... "
" ... Its clearly visible in direct sunshine and the back light works well in the dark. ... "
" ... Its clearly visible in direct sunshine and the back light works well in the dark. ... "
" ... The display is fantastic in outdoor sunlight. ... "
" ... The display is fantastic in outdoor sunlight. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
GPS: Yes
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