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Garmin v vofit 2 Activity Tracker Black
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.8
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Pedometer
80tracker, track, step, goal, fitness
+76%
-24%
" ... My daughters enjoy trying to meet their goals. ... "
" ... Once more and you see how many active calories you've burnt. ... "
" ... I love my Vivofit Tracker and I think it is a great way to make sure you are getting in plenty of steps during a day. ... "
" ... It tells time let's you know the date, how many steps you have taken, how many more steps you need to take to meet your goal and does more but basically that's what I look at. ... "
" ... It does all that I needed it to, track my steps. ... "
" ... Use it daily as a watch and step counter ... "
" ... really great tracking step equivalents for everything I do including swimming ... "
" ... It is a good activity tracker ... "
Battery Life
67charge, batteries, year, lasts, battery life
+76%
-24%
" ... Also appreciate the ability to replace the battery. ... "
" ... And it has a phenomenal battery life - the batteries on mine just died, and I bought it well over 2 years ago! ... "
" ... Long battery life. ... "
" ... I have used this device almost two years on the original battery and have been pretty happy with it. ... "
" ... Almost 2 years later & it still works on the same battery! ... & the fact that I don't have to charge the battery makes it VERY practical to not have to remember to take it off the charger so I can count my steps! ... "
" ... Just as nice as the FitBit, except it uses a watch battery. ... Haven't had to change the battery or charge it in over a year. ... "
" ... Best part is that you don’t need to charge it. ... "
" ... I really liked my old garmin that lasted 3 year on the same battery, I feel blessed to get a product that works so well for under 100.00 . ... "
Product Reliability
64year, years, battery, 2 years, vivofit
+48%
-52%
" ... Then, it died. ... I put new batteries on it, and it has not worked anymore. ... "
" ... with NO LUCK!!! ... "
" ... And over a one week period, it has continually worsened. ... "
" ... device fell out after 3 months ! ... "
" ... Received April 6, 2017 stopped working July 15th 2017. ... Hopefully I can figure out how to replace the battery and it will start working again. ... "
" ... Had this for just over a year, but not really used that much. ... "
" ... The units' readout screens begin failing after about 8-12 months and two of them just plain died on me. ... "
" ... Quite working after two weeks of use. ... "
Band
61bands, wrist, clasp, vivofit, garmin
+62%
-38%
" ... Love the locking band . ... "
" ... Have worn this every day since I got it, love garmin. ... "
" ... I did replace my band about 3 months ago, but I can't complain after getting almost two years out of every day wear. ... "
" ... Nice large display and comes with 2 band sizes. ... "
" ... Much better then the previous fitness band I had which only lasted 2 months then it would stop working they would send me a new one each time I went through 6 in a year. ... Other fitness bands will track your workout automatically when it knows your working out. ... "
" ... The band is good quality. ... "
" ... I was especially pleased with the new security dial to keep the strap secure. ... "
" ... Really love my pink band that came with it because I'm a "pink" kind of girl. ... "
Device Compatibility
57syncing, app, bluetooth, syncs, garmin connect
+56%
-44%
" ... I was worried about having to learn a new system and figuring out how to get it up and running on both my iPhone and laptop. ... "
" ... They are simple devices to track activity and have worked well. ... "
" ... Longer, and you can pair it to your device. ... "
" ... It syncs easier, and you don't have to charge it constantly. ... "
" ... It works as described and was relatively easy to set up both on phone and computer. ... "
" ... 3) SIMPLE SYNCING! ... I'm not a tech-savvy person and even I am able to get this thing to sync to my phone. ... "
" ... Can be used in conjunction with computer tracking, or independently. ... "
" ... The one plus is that I can use it with my smart phone instead of my computer. ... "
Sleep Tracking
52steps, tracking, tracker, activity, tracks
+90%
-10%
" ... Excellent activity tracker. ... "
" ... I monitor my daily steps and sleep patterns ( light or deep) which I think is terrific. ... "
" ... Hold even longer and it turns into sleep mode. ... I have insomnia, and this watch allows me to see if my sleep medication is actually working, how much sleep I'm getting on average, my movement throughout the night and what stage of sleep I'm in. ... It's great if you're trying to make sure you get enough REM sleep, too. ... "
" ... My Garmin Vivofit2 Activity Tracker arrived in perfect condition and I absolutely love it. ... "
" ... It is a good activity tracker ... "
" ... I love it for it's function (clock, date, steps, goal tracking, heart rate if you want it) and it's simplicity (easy-to-read screen and no charging!!!) ... "
" ... There, you can see your sleep patterns, join challenges, connect with friends who have a garmin device, and a variety of other things. ... "
" ... I love how it tracks my sleep and my steps. ... "
Comfort
47wear, wearing, band, tracker, clasp
+60%
-40%
" ... feels very secure. ... "
" ... Have worn this every day since I got it, love garmin. ... "
" ... It fits well, is comfortable. ... "
" ... I did replace my band about 3 months ago, but I can't complain after getting almost two years out of every day wear. ... "
" ... It fit really well. ... "
" ... Works excellent, my wife wears it every day! ... "
" ... I was especially pleased with the new security dial to keep the strap secure. ... "
" ... Comfortable and doesn't get in the way. ... "
For Kids
45daughter, wife, son, grandson, christmas
+96%
-4%
" ... I am now considering these for my older boys. ... "
" ... Grandson loved it ... "
" ... Bought one for my father and mother in law as well. ... "
" ... My wife loves it ... "
" ... My boyfriend loves it. ... "
" ... We purchased this as a gift for our granddaughter. ... "
" ... I bought The Vivofit 2 for my 9 year old daughter for her birthday. ... "
" ... With having two young children I can sit for too long on the sofa and this fitness watch stops me doing this. ... "
Accuracy
39accurate, track, tracker, inaccurate, count
+72%
-28%
" ... The first day I had it, I set it up and synced it to my computer and it counted my steps, no problem. ... "
" ... It does all that I needed it to, track my steps. ... "
" ... I love this tracker and think it's pretty accurate. ... "
" ... It's accurate. ... "
" ... Ever since I bought this tracker, I wear it everyday (got to track those steps!). ... "
" ... Seems to be accurate in any location. ... "
" ... Gives me readings as I go. ... "
" ... The tracker shows great information, steps taken, calorie count, the time. ... "
Charging
38battery, charging, fitbit, charged, weekly
+89%
-11%
" ... I love that it is a battery and I don't have to plug it in constantly. ... "
" ... & the fact that I don't have to charge the battery makes it VERY practical to not have to remember to take it off the charger so I can count my steps! ... "
" ... Best part is that you don’t need to charge it. ... "
" ... I like the fact that I don't have to charge it. ... "
" ... I had a fitbit for many years, but I got tired of charging the thing every 5 to 7 days. ... "
" ... It syncs easier, and you don't have to charge it constantly. ... "
" ... Otherwise, the devise is fine and I love not having to charge it! ... "
" ... Love that you don't have to charge it every week. ... "
Price
37money, worth, worth the money, waste of money, waste
+76%
-24%
" ... I absolutely love that it is moderately priced. ... "
" ... Either way, I definitely got my money's worth over & over & would buy this again in a heartbeat! ... "
" ... Does everything we need for nice price! ... "
" ... This is a much better device for a much better price. ... "
" ... Priced right, reasonable. ... "
" ... But at the price I paid for it, i'm quite happy. ... "
" ... Good product for price. ... "
" ... This is a fine tracker for the money. ... I think they hold their value. ... "
Ease of Use
35easy, simple, sync, interface, easy to read
+83%
-17%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... The watch interface itself is easy to use. ... "
" ... It doesn't have to be recharged, the step goal is progressive, and the app is easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Works great, easy to read and understand. ... "
" ... Easy to use, does everything I need it to, and I love the lower pricepoint than some other HRMs. ... "
" ... They were easy to set up, they're easy to use, and my parents have recommended them to all their friends, so they must be nice. ... "
Apps
33sync, garmin, software, syncs, syncing
+58%
-42%
" ... The ease of app use, the fact that it syncs with just about every other app on the market--these are all a plus. ... "
" ... Hold longer and you can sync the watch to the app. ... "
" ... It also tracks a lot more, but in order to see this information you can download their app or connect on their website. ... "
" ... Once I got it set up and the app on my phone I was set to go. ... "
" ... Garmin is a very good and the app works great. ... "
" ... the watch and calendar are fine. ... "
" ... Syncs automatically with android phone. ... "
" ... And It works with an app that you can sync with fitness pal. ... "
Water Resistance
33shower, water, swimming, water proof, swim
+85%
-15%
" ... I love being able to swim shower and not have to worry about charging it. ... "
" ... I've had it for almost a year now and it's still going ohh and love the fact it is waterproof. ... "
" ... You can swim with it and not worry. ... "
" ... really great tracking step equivalents for everything I do including swimming ... "
" ... I swim everyday and it's nice to have one that I can wear in the water! ... "
" ... Works just great, water proof and the battery has far exceeded the year and we are easily at two years now. ... "
" ... 5) WATER-RESISTANT. ... "
" ... I was looking for a fitness tracker that would mainly track my steps, was water-proof, and had a timer for when I went for runs. ... "
Returns
28returned, replace, refund, sent, returning
+11%
-89%
" ... To make matters worse I did not realize I only had 30 days to return so now I am stuck with them. ... "
" ... I am returning it. ... "
" ... Would return it if I could. ... "
" ... Had to ship it back and get a refund. ... "
" ... Had to return, wish I could have loved this! ... "
" ... I checked to return and it said window for returned closed June 7th!! ... "
" ... I returned it and ordered another one. ... "
" ... The description said it was checked and certified .the first one I ordered would not turn on and I decided to order another one. ... "
Build Quality
27durable, plastic, clasp, broke, wears
+56%
-44%
" ... feels very secure. ... "
" ... Got it for husband who bounces his leg all day long!! ... "
" ... I'm OK with this given the relatively inexpensive cost but I would ever call these durable. ... "
" ... Well made and durable. ... "
" ... Bought one for a 12 year old boy and his is also showing no signs of abuse. ... "
" ... I still secure it with silicone rings to make sure it doesn't fall off. ... "
" ... its taken a beating and going strong ... "
" ... Also the strap is much more secure . ... "
Display Clarity
24display, read the screen, read, easy to read, dark
+38%
-63%
" ... The backlight doesn't work either. ... "
" ... My vivofit 2 was delivered on August 14, 2017 and already the screen is completely blank. ... "
" ... Downsides are I can't read the screen in the dark (not luminous), and not a lot of features. ... "
" ... We purchased several of these and most had display problems. ... "
" ... On day 29 the screen pixelated and I couldn't read anything. ... "
" ... the screen looks as if it's torn or damged I don't know . ... "
" ... The problems started when the screen started flicking around May 3rd. ... Lastly, the screen finally went blank. ... "
" ... We really like them but this last one has a problem with the screen and getting help is not easy. ... "
As Gift
22mom, loves, christmas, birthday, loved
+100%
" ... Always a great product, love mine and got this as a gift for my mom! ... "
" ... I bought this one as a gift. ... "
" ... Grandson loved it ... "
" ... This was a gift for a friend. ... "
" ... Bought one for my father and mother in law as well. ... "
" ... Gift for the girlfriend and she loves it! ... "
" ... Bought this for a gift. ... My boyfriend loves it. ... "
" ... I bought two of these as gifts for my Mom and stepdad and they really like them. ... "
Heartrate
18heart rate monitor, tracker, vivofit 2, monitor, activity
+89%
-11%
" ... The Vivofit 2 is less than half the price, does everything my Charge HR did (except measuring heart rate) and it was easy to set up. ... "
" ... Although I accidently ordered the wrong tracker, I wanted the one with the heart rate monitor, I'm very pleased with it. ... Eventually I will order the tracker with the heart rate monitor. ... "
" ... I didn't particularly need a heart rate monitor on my watch so this works great for me. ... "
" ... This is one of the best activity monitors out there. ... Update: This is my all time favorite watch and activity monitor. ... "
" ... although I would like to have the heart rate function, I LOVE that the battery lasts so long. ... "
" ... This is my first fitness tracker so I have nothing to compare it to. ... "
" ... Gives me accurate heart rate and the battery lasts ... "
" ... Vivofit 2 is exactly what I expected, very basic tracker of footsteps and sleep without a heart rate monitor. ... "
Software Platform
15software, sync, garmin, android, syncs
+33%
-67%
" ... Neither one will sync to the app and information is incorrect. ... "
" ... to my GARMIN APP. ... "
" ... Ads say syncs to Android, but then you find out there's a list of acceptable devices and tons of android phones aren't on it. ... "
" ... I removed, downloaded, and reinstalled the Garmin Connect software, but the device simply will not pair with the phone again. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, that's when it could no longer get it to Pair with the Garmin Connect App. ... "
" ... The Vivofit2 will not sync with two different iphones so it's an issue either with the software or with device itself, POS! ... "
" ... After using jawbone for the longest it is such a disappointment to see how poorly Garmin is compared to jawbone when it comes to software. ... It constantly has an error when you try to edit a workout & it never syncs unless you manually sync it. ... The biggest issue is the software. ... "
" ... However, there web site help is very bad . ... "
Design
14vivofit, secure, like, design, bracelet
+79%
-21%
" ... feels very secure. ... "
" ... The ban is still great shape. ... "
" ... I was really looking into the pretty Alta, but this cinched it for me. ... "
" ... I gave it five stars, would give 4.5 as it is not perfect, as I find myself still looking. ... "
" ... The band is the perfect neutral color also. ... "
" ... I feel like they could make one a little slimmer. ... "
" ... I bought DigiHero Replacement wristbands also and the Vivofit 2 fits perfectly in them and in my opinion, makes it look "fashionable"! ... "
" ... The vivofit works well and has good bracelet design. ... "
Features
13light, move, lot, functions, feature
+92%
-8%
" ... It has more helpful functions that I don't use. ... "
" ... Better now that it has a back light. ... "
" ... A very popular feature. ... Who needs another electronic device with a bunch of features you can't use or remember. ... "
" ... I keep upgrading it when new features are added. ... "
" ... That's the best feature IMO! ... "
" ... The watch and step features work okay. ... "
" ... Both have been really pleased and love the features. ... "
" ... I like all the features except the mileage tracker which doesn't work well. ... "
Controls
12push, hard, find, steps, press
+25%
-75%
" ... Pressing the button does nothing except switch from steps to the current time. ... "
" ... Pushing the button does absolutely nothing. ... "
" ... The control button is a little difficult to manage and the strap is hard to unfasten. ... "
" ... Very weird button, could not set up sleet. ... "
" ... I was not able to get the screen to rotate from date, to Sync, Sleep or PAIR while holding down the button. ... "
" ... there's no control button to which the instructions refer. ... "
" ... Some people will find it painful to press hard enugh for the pins to lock. ... "
" ... So one has to monitor the numbers and manually adjust a bit. ... "
GPS
12gps, trackers, including, fitbit, went
+58%
-42%
" ... But Love the Garmin . ... "
" ... I am very happy with all of the Garmin products I have including my GPS. ... "
" ... That garmin was ok ... "
" ... Garmin is a very good and the app works great. ... "
" ... I generally love Garmin trackers. ... I also have a Garmin Vivoactive that has a GPS, and includes distances and paces for a variety of activities. ... "
" ... I love the Garmin. ... "
Delivery
12promised, expected, delivery, delivered, days
+92%
-8%
" ... works great and was delivered a day early ... "
" ... Everything was as promised. ... "
" ... Got it when it was promised. ... "
" ... Arrived sooner than expected. ... "
" ... Very happy with the product and it was delivered in 2 days! ... "
" ... Shipping arrived before what was expected and works perfectly! ... "
" ... Couldn't be happier with the product or the fast delivery. ... "
" ... arrived as described ... "
Fit
11belt, vivofit, vivo fit, sync, secure
+45%
-55%
" ... Broke the second I put it on. ... "
" ... I was disappointed in this product whose finish seems counterfeit, as the rubber of the bracelet does not fit perfectly into the body of the mechanism just as it does with another product that I have and that I bought at another store. ... "
" ... I've been lucky that it had been falling out at home, but today it fell out at the grocery store . ... "
" ... Won't sync to my chromebook, won't sync to my Mac unless I spring for the $44 ant stick, won't sync to my Samsung smart phone because I guess it just isn't smart enough. ... "
" ... Very disappointing, as I really like the Fit itself. ... "
" ... It falls off really easily ... "
Marketplace
10expected, amazon, advertised, works, wife
+90%
-10%
" ... Performs as expected. ... "
" ... Thank you very much. ... "
" ... As good as advertised ... "
" ... It was nice, just as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Everything works as expected. ... "
" ... Product as advertised. ... "
" ... the vivofit 2 works as advertised ... "
Bluetooth
10pair, sync, pairing, paired, dongle
+50%
-50%
" ... Once paired with my app, the Vivofit had sporadic connection issues. ... I've tried restarting all devices, re-pairing, toggling Bluetooth and GPS, andst about everything, but I've found no pattern to the problem. ... "
" ... I also do not like the apps constant need to be connected to bluetooth. ... it seems to be causing issues with the newer phones and being able to connect with other bluetooth issues. ... "
" ... The second one turned on, but would pair with my iPhone. ... "
" ... I removed, downloaded, and reinstalled the Garmin Connect software, but the device simply will not pair with the phone again. ... "
" ... But instead I get ipset because I wasted my time trying to pair this device with computer or mobile device otherwise it is just an overpriced step counter. ... "
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Size: 1968.5 meters
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