Updated 16 Mar 2018
Garmin
Vivosmart 3
Snapshot: The Garmin Vivosmart 3 is swimproof, without GPS but has a heart rate monitor. It works with both iOS and Android phones.
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Test results
Overall score
Fitness functions
Smart functions
Ease of use
Battery
Active heart rate accuracy
Good points
- OK for fitness functions.
- OK for smart functions.
- OK to use.
- OK battery.
- Good features.
- Is water resistant.
- Works with both iOS and Android.
- Has an accurate heart rate monitor.
- Has sleep tracker.
But
- Just OK for apps.
- Doesn't have GPS.
How we test
Overall score is based on:
Fitness functions (25%). Includes sensor accuracy, sleep tracking, and assessments of fitness apps.
Heart rate accuracy is included as part of the fitness functions score and assessed against medical equipment.
Smart functions (25%). Includes phone functions, social media and voice recognition.
Ease of use (25%). Includes set-up, usability, and build quality.
Battery (15%). Includes battery life and recharge time.
App (5%). Assesses base app on phone.
Features (5%). Assesses available features.
Price is based on a March 2018 survey.
