Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - fnix 8 AMOLED GPS Smartwatch 51mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Gray - (2024)
Average customer rating
4.4
(169 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 169 reviews
5 Stars
123
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
5
1 Star
11
Customer Reviews for Garmin - fnix 8 AMOLED GPS Smartwatch 51mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Gray - (2024)
Customer Rating
3
Great Battery but Annoying pairing with iPhone
on May 31, 2026
Posted by: Nathan45
I’ve gone from an Apple Watch to The Fenix AMOLED w/ sapphire screen. I love the watch and the main reason I changed was because I wanted longer battery life. My watch will last 21 days with my current settings and I absolutely love that. My main frustration with this watch is it unpairs with my iPhone 14 PRO MAX once every two weeks. It’s very difficult to pair it back up. I have to delete the Bluetooth connect from my phone. I have to restart my watch, the phone and the app multiple times. The whole process takes easily 20 minutes. For the amount of money I paid for this watch it’s frustrating and a huge inconvenience. This never happened with my Apple Watch. I understand that “The Apple ecosystem “ plays nice with one another so getting this watch I was prepared for some issues. Other than that I do love the watch and would recommend. I hope that garmin comes out with a fix for this.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Garmin Fenix 8 51mm Amoled - HOME RUN!!!
on May 31, 2026
Posted by: Steve O.
My new Garmin Fenix 8 51mm Amoled has a lot to live up to as it's replacing my Garmin Fenix-5 Pro that absolutely has performed above and beyond the call of duty for the last 8 years and is still going strong today. Right out of the box the Fenix 8 is hitting home runs everyday. I absolutely love this watch. The information it provides and the simplicity of the software is top notch. Very happy with my purchase. Way to go Garmin!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Excellent Watch, But I Still Prefer MIP
on June 2, 2026
Posted by: Taco636
I borrowed a Fenix 8 AMOLED from a friend to see what all the hype was about. The display is undeniably impressive. Everything is bright, sharp, and easy to read, and Garmin has done a great job integrating the AMOLED screen into the Fenix lineup.
That said, after spending time with it, I found myself missing my Tactix 7 and its MIP display. The MIP screen feels simpler and less distracting. It is always there when I need it, but it does not feel like another screen competing for my attention throughout the day.
I have been a Garmin user since the Fenix 3 and have owned most of the Fenix models since then, along with a few Forerunners. Garmin has consistently made outstanding products, but I hope the company does not lose sight of what made these watches popular in the first place: durability, battery life, simplicity, and a true tool watch feel.
The Fenix 8 AMOLED is an excellent watch, but I hope Garmin continues to support and invest in MIP displays for those of us who prefer a watch that stays in the background rather than being front and center. Also, wearable prices are starting to reach levels that are difficult to justify, even for long time Garmin customers.
If Garmin can continue balancing innovation with the practical features that built its reputation, it will keep many loyal users happy for years to come.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Fenix 8 is worth the upgrade
on June 5, 2026
Posted by: Fenix watch Fan
I bought the watch about a month ago. So far no issues. Long battery life. Clear, bright display. Love the features (most of which I’m still discovering).
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great features
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Dream
I bought this watch two weeks ago and I absolutely love it. It’s very user friendly and the display looks great.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Smart watch Garmini !
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Faraz
In compare , It is very good !
It is been strongly recommended !
It is been strongly recommended !
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Watch Great App Interface Sucks
on June 12, 2026
Posted by: Oil guy
It’s…fine. I like the size (I’m a big guy), I love the battery life. However, I feel the Garmin Connect + is almost worthless. The AI in the app is dumb. The watch isn’t very user friendly and I REALLY wish there were kettlebell workouts.
The rep counter is wrong almost always and the interface of adding exercises from a drop down rather than just typing in my lift (that does not exist in the drop down) into the app seems silly. Watch great, Garmin Connect App, trash.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great watch
on June 19, 2026
Posted by: Xtreme
Still learning but it is an impressive watch. Love how long the battery lasts.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin