Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - fnix 8 Solar Sapphire GPS Smartwatch 47mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray DLC Titanium - (2022)
Average customer rating
3.9
(14 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 14 reviews
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Customer Reviews for Garmin - fnix 8 Solar Sapphire GPS Smartwatch 47mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray DLC Titanium - (2022)
Customer Rating
5
Always advancing
on July 17, 2025
Posted by: Bcraig
Upgraded from a descent g1 to the fenix 8 to track my ultra prone paddling, running, and life. The solar extends the battery amazingly when I’m GPS mode. I have an ultra this weekend and i have zero doubt this will perform flawlessly. Absolutely worth the investment
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
80% of the way there. Why did they stop?
on July 19, 2025
Posted by: Tri Me
I think if you are upgrading from a previous Fenix version you will be very happy with this watch. I am not upgrading. This was my first Garmin watch. I found the menu system tedious and the need to use multiple mobile phone apps to get most things done was unnecessary. (You need Connect and IQ for most everything and then there are specialty apps.). The first thing I wanted to do was change the watch face from the default. It doesn't come with multiple defaults. You can either spend a lot of time developing your own watch face or you can buy one off the IQ app. The IQ options are not bad, but they all come from third party companies, not Garmin. The terms and conditions of using their watch faces entitles them to view all of the data that is generated from the watch for the lifetime of the watch. If found this unbelievable. It is a Trojan horse that you have to pay for.
In general, I really like Garmin and have many of their devices including bike computers and golf monitors. They should have taken the time to make this a great watch. This release is clunky and intrusive.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Care, July 19, 2025
We're sorry to hear you've had trouble with your new watch. The Fenix 8 Solar has 7 default watch faces to choose from. If you're having trouble finding the default faces, this article may be helpful: http://ms.spr.ly/6429s8q8J
We have some information on what each of the Connect IQ permissions does here: http://ms.spr.ly/6420s8q8K
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We have some information on what each of the Connect IQ permissions does here: http://ms.spr.ly/6420s8q8K
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Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great display and features
on July 21, 2025
Posted by: GM68
This is my second Fenix 8 a quality product that had function and is fashionable to wear anywhere any time
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great wearable!
on July 22, 2025
Posted by: 2020doc
This watch is a great adjunct, too other wearables to monitor my overall health. My only recommendation would be more information on how to utilize all the amazing features.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Garmin for the win
on July 25, 2025
Posted by: Eric H
Several months in now, this is great. Battery life is great, Wrist heart rate seems accurate, as I often pair with a HRM600 chest strap anyway. Not too bulky, but feels substantial. Very pleased with this watch.
Written by a customer while visiting ExpertVoice.com
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Customization
on July 30, 2025
Posted by: casey11
I love everything about this watch. From the battery life to the fitness metrics that it tracks. For starters, I get almost 2 weeks out of the battery. Thats using the gps everyday for hikes, walks, or for golfing. I feel that it keeps better track of your fitness metrics then some other bands. The steps and heart rate are 2 that I track daily. My heart rate is always spot in if I check it manually as well. It has given me confidence to trust the device. The golf app is another thing I use regularly and it is like having a cady with you. From giving you yardage to what the hole actually plays like and club recommendations and the green contours just top it off
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin