Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - fnix 8 AMOLED GPS Smartwatch 51mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Slate Gray - (2024)
Average customer rating
4.5
(195 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 195 reviews
5 Stars
145
4 Stars
23
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
5
Huge Step Up in Sleep & Recovery Insight
on July 30, 2026
Posted by: NewfieGuy
Upgraded from an 8-year-old Fenix 5 Pro Sapphire that still works perfectly, sapphire screen still pristine. That's Garmin quality for you, and it's why I'm pretty much a forever customer at this point. The Fenix 8's sensors are a big leap forward: sleep tracking is far more detailed, with real onset/wake accuracy instead of rough estimates, plus Body Battery, HRV, SpO₂, and restless moments working together to actually explain how I'm recovering. AMOLED display is gorgeous and easy to read anytime. This is my daily driver watch, and it's earned that spot.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
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