Name: Vivoactive 4
Brand: Garmin
SKU: 506394
Rating: 3.5 (193 reviews)

3.5

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

2.7 / 5

very sophisticated metrics and boasts an advanced suite of running features
does a great job on sleep tracking
it fits and feels better than any of the Garmin models

it s a bit too easy to earn badges
older model is now starting to get quite outdated
no need to take it off

Screen resolution: 260, 260 px
Touchscreen: yes
Colour screen: yes
Display type: MIP
Heart rate monitor: Built-in
Bluetooth: yes
Gps: yes

Garmin Vivoactive 4 - Pros & Cons

very sophisticated metrics and boasts an advanced suite of running features
does a great job on sleep tracking
it fits and feels better than any of the Garmin models
nice (and confidence-boosting
app user-friendly
easy to navigate and well displayed
the accuracy of position+speed+time data is very good
more readable display and longer battery life
Both are excellent options depending on which features you prioritize
has a built-in GPS which is awesome as well
it was perfectly fine
It is compact and has a great battery life
Vivoactive 3 was just fine
Vivoactive 3 is a darn good watch
felt very snappy
fast and intuitive
higher quality animations and better quality
hardware is more capable than what the software is producing
Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist offer free 2-day shipping
It works well across both normal daily routines as well as things like sleep
it s actually pretty darn good for the most part
sleep tracking is much better on the GTR
the run was perfectly fine
corrects itself and is perfectly fine the rest of the run
user-friendly design that allows for easy navigation
comfortable and flexible enough for daily wear
rich and beautiful display
Both variants are water resistant up to 50 meters
animated exercises very
very useful
Setting up a gym in your garage is a great investment
Vivoactive 4 works very reliably and tracks the distance cycled very accurately
the Vivoactive 4 is really lightweight
very nice-looking and high-quality design
it ensures a high wearing comfort and makes the watch fit perfectly on the wrist
The Garmin is better in almost all respects
great large display and great battery life
pulse oximeter can also provide useful information for sleep analysis
it received in advance and has surpassed its already popular predecessor
useful and innovative technologies
The watch is comfortable and lightweight Therefore
improvements upon the design scheme of the watch are also great
Garmin Connect app is very easy to set up and use
Innovative and detailed activity profiles
Garmin Vivoactive 4 is an excellent watch for running
The animations are crisp and clear and feature easy to understand commands
offers enhanced yoga features and support for Pilates workouts
Very good job analyzing products
quite lightweight and looks attractive both in and out of the gym
the feature is uncannily accurate
the feature is still a good source of feedback
well-known and well-established brand

it s a bit too easy to earn badges
older model is now starting to get quite outdated
no need to take it off
apart from to charge
tends to be a little slower on the update during the first few minutes of tracking
music service integration is clunky
screen is used to flick through information screens
custom-built workouts don t include form animations
vÃÂvoactive 4 is primarily a sports watch
Toy trends change every year
expensive
the frequent buzzing and flashing across the screen can be distracting
brakes are too powerful for the gyroscope and accelerometer to
graphs are small and not that useful as they are hard to
optical wrist-mounted monitor is less sensitive than a chest mounted
also sensitive to rain just like every other capacitive touch screen
in GPS mode that drops to mediocre
There are no virtual button areas
Garmin hardware inside
slow UI and bulky design
does not want to store all the data
it will be posted on the site
only Android users can respond to messages via canned responses
Vivoactive 4 s predecessors had pulse ox sensors
watch isn t just limited to text messages
the watch s screen can be a little finicky to use
s smartwatch application library is still woefully behind the competition
the touch inputs can get a little finicky when water or sweat gets involved
short GPS activity no more than half an hour in length
there s no open-water swim or triathlon mode
It s difficult to say how useful this feature is in day to day use
Vivoactive 4 optical HR accuracy seems a bit mixed
There s no option to connect a power meter
the Android Bluetooth Stack is a buggy mess
Sleep Tracking is the most inaccurate thing
high-speed curving descents
Spotify on the watch took several minutes - not the actual download time
watch took less than 30 seconds to lock onto a GPS signal
battery life could be better when listening to music or using GPS
Garmin Connect app twice
the watch would log a night of sleep even
pulse oximeter sensor severely affects battery life
take advantage of the text reply feature
it frequently goes on sale at popular retailers for significantly less
doesn't run Google Keep or other useful apps from Google Play Store
handheld GPS units
overly expensive
The price point is a little high
hazards
doglegs
and layup spots on each hole
oxygen saturation which is only need to track at high altitudes
4th edition comes in two different sizes
not going to be able to use them on the respective devices
Without using the GPS or music
Garmin Vivoactive 4 can also track your heart rate on your wrist
this method simply cannot keep up with the values of a chest strap
there was only one button for starting a new training session
mailman was coming around the corner
The side stripe touchpad on the left edge of the casing has been omitted
a bit too easy to earn badges
The heart rate is inaccurate
you are unable to tell where to wear the tracker on your wrist
the battery only lasting for a day
Polar loses the music and the Garmin loses
Subpar battery life when compared to other models
this can only be done with compatible Android smartphones
previously only in the application and will now also appear on the clock
can't do it with the buttons
only with the screen
constant monitoring will dramatically reduce battery life
lack of altimeter
percentages dramatically lower than that could signal health problems
lack of the altimeter a deal-breaker for the 245
have your headphones
this is only compatible with certain banks and cards
not animated

Garmin Vivoactive 4 - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Waterproof depth	5 m Best: Timex Ironman Triathlon 30-Lap T5K429 Waterproof depth: 200 m
Weight	50.5 g Best: ART Multimedia SZNART ASZ01 Weight: 10 g

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Garmin Vivoactive 4 - Full Specifications

Screen resolution	260 x 260 px
Touchscreen	yes
Colour screen	yes
Display type	MIP

Colour of product	Black Black,Grey Grey,Silver Silver
Band material	Silicone
Protection features	Waterproof
Waterproof depth	5

Bluetooth	yes
GLONASS	yes
GPS	yes

Width	1.78 in
Depth	1.78 in
Weight	1.78 oz

Heart Rate Monitor	Built-in
Distance meter	yes
Calorie counter	yes
Alarm	yes
Compass	yes
Stopwatch	yes
Temperature sensor	yes
Timer	yes

Battery type	Built-in
Battery life (standby mode)	8.0 day

Garmin Vivoactive 4 - Q&A (23)

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mai.johnson
over 2 years ago
Can I download golf courses on Garmin Vivoactive 4?
kyla
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 lets you download golf courses and get useful information about the courses you're playing.
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andera
over 2 years ago
Can I wear Garmin Vivosmart 4 in shower?
doyle
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is waterproof and can be worn in the shower, at the beach, and even in the swimming pool.
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cliff
over 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Vivoactive 4 better than Apple watch?
pamala_daniel
about 2 years ago
Both watches are good. If you want lots of smart functionality in addition to activity monitoring, the Apple Watch is clearly a better choice than The Garmin Vivoactive 4.
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orville
about 2 years ago
Is the Garmin Vivoactive 4 touchscreen smartwatch?
robt_hand
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 comes with a color touch screen, a durable Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lens, and a comfortable textured silicone strap.
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maryland_smith
about 2 years ago
Does Garmin Vivoactive 4 support wireless charging?
herbert.langosh
about 2 years ago
Garmin Vivoactive 4 device supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
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sheree.leuschke
over 2 years ago
Is the Garmin Vivoactive 4 a good running watch?
darwin.hamill
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is an excellent watch that can be used for both outdoor running and the treadmill.
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karolyn_herzog
about 2 years ago
Does the Garmin Vivoactive 4 track sleep?
pat_sporer
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 automatically detects your sleep, and it even monitors your movement during your normal sleep hours.
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marcelino
about 2 years ago
Does Garmin Vivoactive have GPS?
terence_rodriguez
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 lets you track your position using GPS.
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terrance
over 2 years ago
Is Garmin Vivoactive 4 compatible with Apple iPhone?
darwin.hamill
about 2 years ago
Yes, Garmin Vivoactive 4 is compatible with a range of Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
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dylan
about 2 years ago
Do Garmin Vivoactive 4 watch have a microphone?
mirian
about 2 years ago
Of course you can answer calls on your Garmin Vivoactive 4. The watch has a built-in speaker and microphone that allows you to answer calls and speak clearly.
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yuonne_rippin
over 2 years ago
Can I answer call on Garmin Vivoactive 4?
leon.gottlieb
about 2 years ago
Yes, you can easily take calls from your Garmin Vivoactive 4 watch. The watch has a built-in speaker and microphone that allows you to speak clearly.
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elia
about 2 years ago
Can the Garmin Vivoactive 4 get wet?
leo.leannon
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is waterproof up to 50 meters, so you can wear it during swims. It also supports pool swim tracking, which offers the option to set time and distance alerts.
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jae.klocko
over 2 years ago
Can I Use Apple Music on My Garmin Vivoactive 4?
lyman.batz
about 2 years ago
Apple Music is not supported on Garmin music devicesGarmin Vivoactive 4, but songs purchased from the iTunes Store are supported on Garmin music devices.
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roscoe
about 2 years ago
Can I respond to texts on a Garmin Vivoactive 4 watch?
lauri.waters
about 2 years ago
When your Garmin Vivoactive 4 watch is paired with a compatible smartphone, you can receive notifications, texts and alerts on your watch. If you have an Android™ phone, you can also respond to texts from your wrist.
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trevor.kihn
over 2 years ago
Is Garmin Vivosmart 4 waterproof?
ambrose.runolfsson
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Garmin Vivosmart 4 is water-rated to 5 ATM, meaning it's suitable for swimming, showering, or enjoying a spa day.
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millie
about 2 years ago
How accurate is the Garmin Vivoactive 4?
saul.schuster
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is the most accurate fitness watch, and it has more advanced features than the other Watch.
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mia.adams
over 2 years ago
Does Garmin Vivoactive 4 have altimeter?
pamula
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 has a variety of sensors that track your activity: accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter. The Garmin Vivoactive 4 even has a barometric altimeter.
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damian
over 2 years ago
Does Garmin Vivoactive 4 measure calories?
florance.cremin
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 use an algorithm to calculate active calories based on your activity level, type of activity, age, height, weight, gender and other data.
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elton.hauck
over 2 years ago
Can you pause a workout on Garmin Vivoactive 4?
rudolf
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Auto Pause feature of Garmin Vivoactive 4 can be used to pause the timer automatically when you stop moving or your pace or speed falls below a specified level.
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brendon.ohara
about 2 years ago
Is Garmin Vivoactive 4 watch compatible with Android?
lidia.wintheiser
about 2 years ago
Yes, Garmin Vivoactive 4 is compatible with a range of Android devices, including smartphones and tablets.
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jacquelyne_gusikowski
over 2 years ago
Is Garmin Vivoactive 4 best for swimming?
chet.bode
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 is waterproof and can be worn in the shower, on the beach, or in the swimming pool. It comes preloaded with a swimming activity that can track distance, speed, style, SWOLF strokes, drills, and more when you swim in a pool.
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norbert
about 2 years ago
Which Garmin Vivoactive 4 watch is best for cycling?
glady.bechtelar
about 2 years ago
Yes, The Garmin Vivoactive 4 has more cycling modes than any other Garmin watch, including multiple e-bike modes.
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madge_mcdermott
over 2 years ago
Does Garmin Vivoactive 4 have music?
ester_littel
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Vivoactive 4 stores up to 500 songs onboard for you to listen to when you're not connected to your smartphone. You can download music from your computer or third-party services including Amazon Music, Deezer, Runcasts, and Spotify.
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4.4

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