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Garmin vivoactive 6

42.20 mm, WLAN only
Price in EUR including VAT
63Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 3 tests
Delivered between Sat, 13/6 and Tue, 16/6
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Product details

The Garmin Vivoactive 6 is a versatile smartwatch designed specifically for sports and fitness enthusiasts. It offers a variety of features that are useful for both everyday life and athletic activities. With a built-in heart rate monitor and pulse oximeter, it allows for precise monitoring of heart rate and blood oxygen levels. The watch supports numerous sports, including fitness, running, hiking, and yoga, and features a user-friendly interface with a touchscreen and color display. The integrated GPS function ensures that users can accurately track their activities, while smart features like smartphone notifications, music control, and calendar reminders make daily life easier. The Vivoactive 6 is not only functional but also stylish, making it an ideal companion for active individuals.

  • Built-in heart rate monitor and pulse oximeter for health monitoring
  • Supports a variety of sports, including swimming and strength training
  • Integrated GPS for precise location tracking
  • Smart features like music control and weather updates
  • Connectivity options via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ANT+.

Key specifications

Operating system compatibility
Android, iOS
Smartwatch functions
Alarm clock, Date display, Datebooks, Find my phone, Music functionalities, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Weather
Health functions
Calories, Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Oxygen saturation, Pedometer, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels
Activities
Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Interval training, Mountaineering, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Swimming, Tennis, Trail running, Yoga
Wristband material
Silicone
Case material
Polymer

General information

Item number
57350888
Manufacturer
Garmin
Category
Smartwatches
Manufacturer No.
010-02985-02
Release date
2/4/2025
External links
Manufacturer's site (de)

Colour

Exact colour description
Metallic Jasper Green

Watch properties

Durability
Waterproof (5 ATM)
Operating system compatibility
Android, iOS

Functions

Smartwatch functions
Alarm clock, Date display, Datebooks, Find my phone, Music functionalities, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Weather
Health functions
Calories, Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Oxygen saturation, Pedometer, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels
Activities
Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Interval training, Mountaineering, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Swimming, Tennis, Trail running, Yoga
Payment service
Garmin Pay
Sensors
Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor, Temperature sensor
Localisation technology
Compass, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS

Display properties

Time display
Digital
Display
LCD
Display technology
LCD
Display size (inches)
1.20"
Image resolution
390 x 390 pixels

Wristband properties

Wristband colour
Dark green
Wristband material
Silicone
Strap width
20 mm
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Strap fastener
Buckle

Case properties

Case colour
Green
Case material
Polymer
Case diameter
42.20 mm
Case thickness
10.90 mm
Case material
Aluminium

Connectivity

Connectivity
ANT+, Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi Direct
Mobile phone standard
WLAN only

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
8 GB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery life (without GPS)
11 Days
Runtime (in GPS mode)
0.88 Days
Standby time
504 h

Battery properties

Battery type
Lithium
Battery life
11 Days

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
2,48 kg
Climate contribution
EUR 0,12

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Battery charger, Instruction manual

Product dimensions

Weight
23 g

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Product Safety

Package dimensions

Length
14.10 cm
Width
7.10 cm
Height
7 cm
Weight
128 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of return
24 Months statutory warranty
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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.OnePlus
    1,2 %
  • 5.Coros
    1,6 %
  • 5.Garmin
    1,6 %
  • 7.imoo
    1,9 %
  • 8.CMF
    2 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 18.Polar
    4 days
  • 21.CMF
    5 days
  • 21.Garmin
    5 days
  • 21.Huawei
    5 days
  • 21.TCL
    5 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 11.imoo
    4,7 %
  • 12.Suunto
    4,8 %
  • 13.Garmin
    4,9 %
  • 14.CMF
    5,1 %
  • 15.Polar
    5,2 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good87/100
Very good83/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseJune 2026
  • PositiveMeasures heart rate accurately
  • PositiveWheelchair mode
  • Positivegood battery life
  • NegativeHousing prone to scratches
  • Negativelittle smart

The Garmin Vivoactive 6 may only offer minimal improvements compared to its predecessor, but they are in the right place. These include the good battery life of up to five days. In addition, the watch now has more sports modes, wheelchair mode and accident detection. In the core disciplines of sport and fitness - heart rate measurement, training recording and planning as well as sleep analysis - the...

Very good86/100
Stiftung WarentestSingle testReleaseMay 2026

Smartwatches and fitness wristbands are real all-rounders: they serve as heart rate monitors and altimeters, count steps, calculate distance travelled and calories burned and analyse sleep patterns. Some can be used to play music, make contactless payments, make phone calls or send and receive messages...

Very good92/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJune 2025
  • PositiveSuper fitness and sports tracking
  • PositiveHigh-quality & bright OLED display
  • PositiveStrong equipment
  • NegativeNo ECG measurement possible
  • NegativeNo integrated altimeter
  • NegativeLoading time somewhat long