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Garmin Index

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User ratings:
38
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38 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.3 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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3.8 out of 5
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Pros

  • quick
  • efficient
  • easy to use

Cons

  • Single reading per day is terrible
  • it often does not sync to wifi after weighing
  • Garmin does not currently transmit weight to

Key specs

  • 181.4 kg
  • BMI, Body fat, Body fluids, Bone mass, Muscle mass
  • yes
  • Glass
  • no
  • yes

Garmin Index - Pros & Cons

Garmin Index

Pros

  • quick
  • efficient
  • easy to use
  • Everything is pretty straightforward here
  • Extremely easy for other users to overwrite your daily reading
  • environment is pretty straight forward
  • the platform is just fine though and fully capable
  • solid and generally works well
  • wifi scale integration is fantastic and something I desire
  • Garmin support is pretty good on the phone
  • just as easy to use and provide the same base weight data

Cons

  • Single reading per day is terrible
  • it often does not sync to wifi after weighing
  • Garmin does not currently transmit weight to
  • lack of integration with Training Peaks is a total deal killer
  • Scale only allows data to be uploaded via Wi-Fi
  • Garmin Connect seems to lose the additional metrics from the Index scale
  • is constantly updated with new products and new features added to old products
  • garmin only allows for one weigh in - it will overwrite the previous
  • burning calories are lost in the noise of short term consumption
  • the tech setup has been a pain
  • Garmin Connect app to pair

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Garmin Index - Full Specifications

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General
Maximum user weight399.92 lb
Units of measurement
  • kg
  • lb
Measuring options
  • BMI
  • Body fat
  • Body fluids
  • Bone mass
  • Muscle mass
Scales for babiesno
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Displayyes
Amount of memory profiles / users16
Saves history (trend)yes
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Features
ANT+yes
Automatic shut-offno
Bluetoothyes
Mobile appyes
Watchyes
Memory functionyes
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Connectivity
USBno
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • White
ShapeSquare
Width13.78 in
MaterialsGlass
Depth12.2 in
Thickness1.18 in
Weight98.77 oz
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Battery type
LR6 / R6
Number of batteries requried4

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Garmin Index Garmin - Editorial Reviews (7)

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Garmin Index Garmin Index WiFi Smart Scale In-Depth Review
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DC Rainmaker
Published: 09.02.2016
Garmin Index WiFi Smart Scale In-Depth Review

It’s been a few months since Garmin announced their Index WiFi Scale (at $149), so it’s time to dive in on an in-depth review and see how things have shaped up.  Most importantly: Is the scale worth the premium over

Garmin Index Garmin Index S2 Smart Scale review: Fantastic features at a premium price
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Android Central
Published: 21.02.2021
Garmin Index S2 Smart Scale review: Fantastic features at a premium price
4.5

When you think of exciting fitness devices, you probably aren't imagining a scale, are you? Well, the Garmin Index S2 Smart Scale may have all the bells and whistles you need to ...

Garmin Index Garmin’s new Index Smart WiFi Weight Scale: Hands-on (or feet-on)
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DC Rainmaker
Published: 27.10.2015
Garmin’s new Index Smart WiFi Weight Scale: Hands-on (or feet-on)

***Update Feb 2016! I've now published my full in-depth review on the Garmin Index Scale - so swing on over to that page for all my thoughts!*** Wrapping up what ought to be classified as a massive year of new

Garmin Index Garmin Index S2 review
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TechRadar
Published: 12.04.2021
Garmin Index S2 review
3.5

A premium smart scale that's fast and accurate, but could benefit from more context in the app

Garmin Index Garmin Index Smart Scale Review
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PCMAG
Published: 17.05.2016
Garmin Index Smart Scale Review
3.5

The Garmin Index Smart Scale wirelessly keeps track of your weight, body water, fat mass, and bone mass, but it's a bit pricey for what you get.

Garmin Index Garmin Index S2 smart scale review: Very good, very pricey
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Android Authority
Published: 22.11.2020
Garmin Index S2 smart scale review: Very good, very pricey

If you're in the Garmin ecosystem and need a smart scale, look no further. This is our Garmin Index S2 smart scale review.

Garmin Index Garmin Index S2 Smart WiFi Connected Scale In-Depth Review
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DC Rainmaker
Published: 14.10.2020
Garmin Index S2 Smart WiFi Connected Scale In-Depth Review

Garmin has just announced the new Index S2 smart WiFi scale, building slightly upon the previous first-generation Index WiFi scale released nearly 5 years ago. This new model switches to a color display that’ll show weight trending information, helping to

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