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Garmin Bounce Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:2 daysDisplay type:LCD

Garmin Bounce Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 17 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 62% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Technical score

30%

7.8

Review score ( 8 · 9)

Review score 30% · 7.8 · based on 17 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▲Better than 62% of smartwatches
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components

24%

3.8

Health

21%

8.0

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

9.7

Connectivity

9%

6.5

Display & Design

4%

7.2

Hardware

▲Better than 61% of smartwatches
7.8

Review score

Review score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Grades by review (17)
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
2

8.9%

8.0

androidcentral.com

4.4%

8.0

safewise.com

≈ estimated
2

11.1%

6.0

dcrainmaker.com

8.9%

8.0

androidpolice.com

Video reviews 9

4.4%

9.5

Connect The Watts

4.4%

8.0

Technology Paul

4.4%

8.0

Chase the Summit

4.4%

8.0

DC Rainmaker

4.4%

7.0

Toolsplit

4.4%

7.0

Goally Apps

4.4%

6.0

The Product Reviewer

2.2%

9.0

Bipinz Life Style

2.2%

9.0

The White Hatter

estimated from the review
8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 54% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Bounce

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components:

24%

3.8

Health

21%

8.0

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

9.7

Connectivity

9%

6.5

Display & Design

4%

7.2

Hardware

6.6
Review score
Review score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Grades by review (17)
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
2

8.9%

8.0

androidcentral.com

4.4%

8.0

safewise.com

≈ estimated
2

11.1%

6.0

dcrainmaker.com

8.9%

8.0

androidpolice.com

Video reviews 9

4.4%

9.5

Connect The Watts

4.4%

8.0

Technology Paul

4.4%

8.0

Chase the Summit

4.4%

8.0

DC Rainmaker

4.4%

7.0

Toolsplit

4.4%

7.0

Goally Apps

4.4%

6.0

The Product Reviewer

2.2%

9.0

Bipinz Life Style

2.2%

9.0

The White Hatter

estimated from the review
8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.9
Brand name
Garmin
Heart rate monitor
no
Heart rate monitor
no
▼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 89.6% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
ECG
no
▼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
2 days
Battery life
2 days
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2 days which is shorter than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
48 h
Battery life in training mode
48 h
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 48 h in training mode which is longer than 89.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
40 h
Battery life with GPS on
40 h
▲ Better than 86% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 40 h with GPS on which is longer than 85.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.2% of smartwatches.
Battery power
240 mAh
Battery power
240 mAh
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 240 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 73.7% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.1% of smartwatches.
Charge time
150 min
Charge time
150 min
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 150 min which is slower than 88.7% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 7.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
Operating system
Garmin OS
▲ Better than 71% of models
This smartwatch runs Garmin OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 71.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 7.7% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
▲ Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
▼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
▲ Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
▲ Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
▲ Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.3 inch
Screen size
1.3 inch
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.3 inch which is smaller than the screens of 66.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 11.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
LCD
Display type
LCD
▼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartwatch uses a LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 90.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 7.4% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
▼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
261 ppi
Pixel density
261 ppi
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 261 ppi which is lower than that of 74% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.4% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 8 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 67.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 12.1% of smartwatches.
Storage may vary by model variant
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Bounce vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • 20 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    40 h
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • 28.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    48 h
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (48 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    48 h vs 19.25 h
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    LTE / guardian-contact feature
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 20 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    40 h
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • 28.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    48 h
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (48 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    48 h vs 19.25 h
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    chemically strengthened glass
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch uses chemically strengthened glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    chemically strengthened glass vs mineral glass
  • Kid-friendly design
    Kid-friendly design
    yes
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartwatch has a kid-friendly design, the average smartwatch does not. 1.6% of smartwatches have a kid-friendly design.
    Kid-focused model with child-specific controls/features.
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 7.8 g lighter weight
    Weight
    37.2 g
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (37.2 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    37.2 g vs 45.0 g
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    LTE / guardian-contact feature
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    LCD
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • No heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    no
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • No heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    no
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 76 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    4
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (4 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    4 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • 30 min longer charge time
    Charge time
    150 min
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges slower than the average smartwatch (150 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    150 min vs 120 min
  • 60 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    240 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (240 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    240 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    LCD
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.30 inch
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x240 vs 352x430
  • 65 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    261 ppi
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (261 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    261 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 1 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.60 mm
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.6 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    12.60 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No camera remote
    Camera remote control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.6% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Toolsplit
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Hands-on review · features, LTE setup and battery test
Verdict
Garmin Bounce is a decent way to keep track of kids, but battery life falls well short of the advertised two days.
8.0
Technology Paul
≈ estimated
06/08/2024
Hands-on review · setup, features and parental controls
Verdict
Garmin Bounce is a solid kids' smartwatch with good safety features, held back by its Garmin account requirement and proprietary charger.
7.0
Goally Apps
≈ estimated
22/04/2024
Hands-on review · step tracking, battery and parent app
Verdict
Garmin Bounce is a reliable step tracker for kids who need motivation, but it is pricey and weak for location and communication.
9.5
Connect The Watts
≈ estimated
22/01/2024
Long-term family test · a month of use with kids
Verdict
Garmin Bounce is a feature-packed kids' smartwatch parents should look at first, despite its modest battery.
8.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
05/01/2023
In-depth review · two months of family use
Verdict
Garmin Bounce is a good buy for older kids and trips, though it is bulky, slow to charge and sometimes distracting.
6.0
The Product Reviewer
≈ estimated
19/12/2022
Hands-on review · battery, sport modes and subscription
Verdict
Garmin Bounce's messaging and tracking work, but the paid subscription and limited features are real drawbacks.
9.0
The White Hatter
≈ estimated
29/05/2024
Parent interview · long-term family use
Verdict
Garmin Bounce is easy for parents to use and holds up well, and kids love it, especially the chore feature.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
04/01/2023
In-depth review · Kids' LTE watch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce averages about 36 hours on a charge with school mode on, but its texting stays inside the Garmin Jr app.
8.0
androidpolice.com
≈ estimated
11/08/2024
Hands-on test · Kids' smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce suits parents who want LTE messaging and live tracking on a kids' watch, though texts stay inside the Garmin Jr app.
8.0
androidcentral.com
✓ explicit
06/01/2023
Two-month test · Kids' LTE watch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce suits parents who want easy, reliable messaging and tracking for young kids, though weak indoor signal and slow charging count against it.
8.0
safewise.com
✓ explicit
03/12/2024
Safety review · Kids' smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce is a safe, simple first watch for active kids, with strong parent controls, though it has no camera and only about two days of battery.
8.0
smartwatch-kinder.de
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Family test · Sports watch for kids
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce suits active kids who want accurate tracking and long battery life, though its sporty look and fiddly app setup may put off younger children.
7.0
lepetitgousset.fr
≈ estimated
10/09/2025
Expert review · 4G kids' watch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce lets kids aged 6 to 12 stay in touch without a phone, though its battery lasts about two days and it has no heart-rate sensor.
9.0
reviensmedia.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Two-month test · Kids' smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce is a light, durable kids' watch with long battery life and solid tracking, though it has no camera and its screen is hard to read in bright light.
8.0
mamaliefde.nl
≈ estimated
22/11/2022
Parent's test · Kids' LTE watch
Verdict
The Garmin Bounce is a phone alternative for kids, giving parents texting, live location and a help alert, though its battery lasts up to two days.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Garmin Bounce

  • Effective phone-free communication via two-way text and voice messaging
  • Reliable real-time GPS tracking with helpful geofencing alerts for parents
  • Durable, swim-friendly design (5 ATM water resistance) built for active children
  • Excellent parental controls through the Garmin Jr. app, including 'School Mode'
  • Vibrant AMOLED touchscreen display that is easy for kids to navigate
  • Safety assistance feature that can notify emergency contacts with location data

What we don't like about Garmin Bounce

  • Battery life is generally poor, often requiring daily charging despite 2-day claims
  • Mandatory monthly subscription ($10/£9.99) required for LTE/messaging features
  • No built-in camera for photos or video calls
  • Lacks a heart rate sensor, which is common in other fitness trackers
  • LTE connectivity can be patchy or unreliable in areas with weak cellular signal
  • Communication is restricted to contacts who also have the Garmin Jr. app installed
  • Slow charging times compared to other modern wearables

Verdict

The Garmin Bounce is a durable, swim-friendly kids' smartwatch featuring a 1.3-inch color LCD touchscreen with 240 x 240 pixel resolution and built-in LTE connectivity for phone-free communication. It offers robust safety features including real-time GPS location tracking, geofencing with parental notifications, and an emergency assistance button that shares the child's live location with designated contacts. Its main pros are the reliable two-way text and voice messaging, a parent-managed 'School Mode' to minimize distractions, and activity tracking that gamifies fitness through steps and active minutes. However, notable cons include a relatively short battery life of approximately two days, the requirement of a monthly subscription for LTE features, the lack of an optical heart rate sensor, and no integrated camera for video calls or photos.

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