In the Vivoactive 3, Garmin has tried to build a device which is predominantly an everyday, normal persons', lifestyle-focused fitness watch. Think of this as more competition for your high-end Fitbit than a "serious running watch for serious runners".

Affordable; Long-lasting battery life; Lightweight design; Versatile and capable of tracking multiple activities; Degree of data detail

Garmin Pay isn't supported in the UK yet; Some connectivity issues; Screen less attractive than Apple/Fitbit competition

I needed a true running GPS running watch to track my miles and workout intensities. I was using an Apple Watch (which was good, but not exactly what I wanted) prior. The Vivoactive is exactly what I was looking for! It's a great watch and unbelievably light weight.

I bought this a few months ago and to be honest I'm quite disappointed. There are some good features, but for me as a runner, it's unsuitable. I have had GPS accuracy issues from the start and the battery in GPS activity tracking mode will not last more than 4/5 hours.

Switched from Garmin to an Apple 5 years ago only because I purchased an Apple phone. However, after upgrading and having several problems with my new Apple Watch, I was ready to go back to something that has always been accurate, durable and reliable. I couldn't be happier with the Vivoactive 3.

This is my 4th Garmin wearable. I am an active 64 year old female. Mr previous 2 Garmins were both Vivoactive HRs. I purchased my Garmin Vivoactive 3 two weeks ago. So far I am very happy with the features and improvements to the Vivoactive 3.

Garmin's recent announcement about three new wearable devices is pretty exciting, even if it's drowned out a little due to the new Fitbit and Apple Watch announcements. But the GPS smartwatch Vivoactive 3 , which is replacing the, um, less aesthetic Vivoactive HR , is worth paying attention to.

After lots of research I bought this watch which would also enable me to listen to music/podcasts. I thought it was worth the extra money. In hindsight I should have bought the basic version without music. You can only download Spotify which I didn't want to pay to use.

I bought it a week and a half ago, and it has been very helpful with my runs, and I can't wait to try it for skiing. The customizable watch faces are really although you can't do much. The battery life seems to be not as good as they say, but I have not worn it till it died.

My first Garmin watch and definitely rates above average. The Garmin pay feature is super handy (if your bank is supported) and the amount of customisation is limitless. The wrist based heart rate can be a little erratic at times (74bpm while doing a 5km run, I don't think so) but it seems to...

I previously owned the Vivoactive HR and was very happy with its functionality. After the face fell off it unexpectedly after 27 months, JL gave me a partial refund towards a new model. I have had it several weeks now and it seems to do everything the Vivoactive HR did, plus one or two more.