Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - fnix 8 AMOLED GPS Smartwatch 51mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Gray - (2024)
Average customer rating
4.5
(202 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 202 reviews
5 Stars
151
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
5
1 Star
11
Customer Reviews for Garmin - fnix 8 AMOLED GPS Smartwatch 51mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Gray - (2024)
Customer Rating
5
Too much!!! In a good way
on July 30, 2026
Posted by: Dubled
I know, I know ... For a suburban dad, middle aged and a recreational sports guy, this thing is total overkill. But, that's why I love it... The running, weight training, music storage, customization, golf, cycling, skiing, yoga, and all activities make this thing a beast. It's too big, it's too robust, and I absolutely LOVE it. Great step up from the Fenix 6 which I had for 6 years or so. Wouldn't go back!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Love it
on July 23, 2026
Posted by: DatGuy24
Amazing smartwatch and even better fitness and health device. Only way it could be better is if there was a Solar AMOLED version.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Need to be better with software fixes.
on July 22, 2026
Posted by: chewylaw
I thoroughly like the watch. My only issue arose about a month ago. There is some issue with the “maps” update for the “golf” activity. Some corrupt file that was downloaded with the June update. I have completed two factor resets, but the map file continues to be missing. I was able to get the “golf” activity working, but is still very glitchy and must restart several times.
Prior to the map issue, I would have given the watch 5 stars. With the glitch showing up a month ago, and still no permanent fix, I can only go with 4 stars.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
No buyers remorse. Excellent watch/tracker
on July 20, 2026
Posted by: Rugby134
30 days in with the watch and it is performing extremely well. Battery life is insane with normal use and apps/ menus are very responsive. I upgraded the band to a Bandletic which compliments the 51mm perfectly.One downside is the adaptive brightness which can not be customized or switched off. Otherwise this has been a solid watch and enjoyable to use. I still wear my Mudmaster for heavier outdoor work just in case.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Really robust features
on July 17, 2026
Posted by: Milderp
Outstanding screen- very vibrant- great technical progression from the Fenix 7
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Decent watch my honest opinion
on July 16, 2026
Posted by: Justin4251
I like the display color, the touch screen, the ease of using it. But like the instict 2 and 3, the torch shortcut doesn't always work.. it'll turn on, but won't switch off. Also the gesture doesn't always work when I put my hand over the watch face.. other than that its great!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Feaure Rich Device
on July 13, 2026
Posted by: JOT68
I bought the Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED (51mm) about a month ago and love it. There is a bit of a learning curve to find and configure all the settings and link to Training Peaks (if you use TP).
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
GREAT WATCH FOR DAILY USE
on July 6, 2026
Posted by: ADRAN29
Great watch for everyday use and for outdors crisp display and brightness always on top of everyday usage…
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin