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Garmin Vivomove Trend review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£250Screen size:?Battery life:5 daysDisplay type:LCD

Garmin Vivomove Trend Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 24 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Garmin Vivomove Trend
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components

35%

7.0

Technical score

30%

7.0

List score

25%

7.0

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▲Better than 50% of smartwatches
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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
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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▼Worse than 62%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

24%

6.7

Health

21%

8.7

Fitness

16%

7.0

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

3.1

Hardware

▲Better than 63%
7.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.0/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 58% of models

7.0

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

8.2

Popularity

Grades by review (24)
19 reviews + 5 videos, average 7.7/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 58%
7.0

List score

List score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 119 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Garmin Vivomove Trend

Based on 9 · 5

Reviewers love the analogue design and health tracking, but touch controls, the screen and GPS draw complaints.
Praised
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Ranked #311 of 777 models in Smartwatches (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Vivomove Trend

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components:

24%

6.7

Health

21%

8.7

Fitness

16%

7.0

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

3.1

Hardware

7.0
Reviews score
7.0
List score
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.6
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
?
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Up to 1 additional day in watch mode) 5 (plus 1 additional day in watch-only mode.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
?
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
This smartwatch runs Garmin OS, which is more advanced than the system in 70.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.2% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
?
Display type
LCD
This smartwatch uses LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 91.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 6.7% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
254x 346
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 254x346 which is lower than that of 68.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
390 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 390 ppi, which is higher than 66.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Dialog DA14697
This smartwatch uses the Dialog DA14697 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Vivomove Trend vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    Supports Qi-compatible wireless charging.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 2 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    February 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • Perspiration monitoring
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    Supports Qi-compatible wireless charging.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses chemically strengthened glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    chemically strengthened glass vs mineral glass
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 64 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (390 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    390 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, fiber-reinforced polymer for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, fiber-reinforced polymer vs polycarbonate
  • 4.6 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (40.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    40.4 mm vs 45 mm
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (LCD vs AMOLED).
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 11.4% lower list score
    List score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 119 lists (1%)
    7.0 vs 7.9
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 11.4% lower list score
    List score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 119 lists (1%)
    7.0 vs 7.9
  • 2.27x more expensive
    Garmin Vivomove Trend is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£250 vs £110).
    £250 vs £110
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 76 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (14 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    14 vs 90
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 1 additional day in watch mode) 5 (plus 1 additional day in watch-only mode.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (LCD vs AMOLED).
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 254x346, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    254x346 vs 360x360
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

9.0
Myself Stylish
≈ estimated
23/10/2024
Hands-on review · design, sleep, app and battery tests
Verdict
Garmin Vivomove Trend is an excellent hybrid for style and health tracking, with minor drawbacks in bright light.
7.9
AbbyBReviewing
✓ explicit
21/02/2023
Long-term test · three weeks of daily use
Verdict
Garmin Vivomove Trend offers good overall value for its price, quality, colour, battery and performance, though touch controls need work.
9.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
01/02/2023
In-depth review · interface, health and heart rate tests
Verdict
Garmin Vivomove Trend is a clear upgrade over the Sport model, with a large display and accurate heart rate and distance tracking.
8.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
01/02/2023
Hands-on review · sports modes, GPS and charging tests
Verdict
Garmin Vivomove Trend is an attractive hybrid with good accuracy, though slow wireless charging and charger compatibility are its main drawbacks.
4.0
Peter Herget & Gadgets Anonymous
≈ estimated
06/02/2023
Day one · setup attempts and charging tests
Verdict
Garmin Vivomove Trend setup failed repeatedly, and the creator could not get the watch working on day one.
4.0
Peter Herget & Gadgets Anonymous
≈ estimated
03/02/2023
Day one · setup and first use
Verdict
Garmin Vivomove Trend could not be used on the first day because setup repeatedly failed.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
Overview video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
01/02/2023
In-depth test · Wireless charging watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is Garmin's first watch with wireless charging, a bright, easy-to-read hybrid that suits everyday wear rather than hard training.
7.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
18/02/2023
Hands-on review · Hybrid lifestyle watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend suits casual workouts, walks and yoga, but swiping mid-exercise is distracting and its battery lasts about five days.
9.0
womensrunning.co.uk
✓ explicit
20/02/2023
Hands-on test · Everyday running watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a comfortable, stylish entry-level Garmin for everyday running and fitness, but its GPS is less precise than Fenix and Forerunner watches.
7.0
standard.co.uk
≈ estimated
10/02/2023
Beginner review · Stylish hybrid watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend suits smartwatch beginners who want basic alerts and tracking, but it isn't the right Garmin for serious athletes.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
04/03/2023
Hands-on review · Wireless charging watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a stylish, easy-to-wear watch whose wireless charging is its best feature, though it's still clunky to operate and has no onboard GPS.
6.0
advnture.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2023
Hands-on test · Hybrid fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a stylish watch with handy wireless charging, but its hands are hard to see and connected GPS is slow to link to your phone.
8.0
digitaltrends.com
≈ estimated
22/03/2023
Hands-on review · Lifestyle hybrid watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a fashionable hybrid with a sharp hidden screen and no ongoing subscription fee, but it suits casual users rather than sporty ones.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
10/04/2023
Hands-on test · Hybrid fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend suits people who want a traditional-looking watch with solid health tracking, but its screen is hard to read in sunlight and workouts are basic.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
18/04/2023
Expert review · Hybrid smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a stylish hybrid that tracks fitness and sleep well, but it is no serious training watch.
8.0
herworld.com
≈ estimated
07/08/2023
Lifestyle review · Fashion hybrid
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a lightweight, understated hybrid for daily wear, but its touch controls struggle with sweaty hands or gloves.
9.0
luxesocietyasia.com
≈ estimated
10/08/2023
Style review · Hybrid smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a stylish hybrid that suits Android users best, since iPhone owners get only sender and app previews.
7.0
whatsthebest.co.uk
✓ explicit
01/03/2024
Four-week test · Hybrid smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a stylish hybrid that handles gym sessions well, but its touchscreen is hit-and-miss.
A
androidcentral.com
26/02/2023
✓ explicit
7.0
Summary of the review
Garmin vívomove Trend review: Gorgeous, casual, finicky - Android Central
7.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
28/04/2023
Test report · Women's hybrid
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend is a discreet hybrid with a business look, but its plastic case and touchscreen let it down.
8.0
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
13/03/2024
Hands-on test · Hybrid fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend suits everyday step, sleep and stress tracking in a slim analog-look watch, but it relies on your phone for GPS.
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
16/04/2023
Hands-on test · Analog-face smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Vivomove Trend hides its screen well and is light, but its touchscreen can be unpredictable and it has no built-in GPS.
8.0
gymstreet.fr
≈ estimated
26/06/2025
Hands-on test · Hybrid smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin vívomove Trend is a stylish hybrid with strong sleep and Body Battery tracking, but step counts run high and some owners report battery and connection problems.
8.0
gearshare.nl
≈ estimated
15/02/2026
Outdoor review · Hybrid hiking watch
Verdict
The Garmin Vívomove Trend suits hikers who want a classic look, an altitude sensor and five days of battery, though GPS drains it faster.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Garmin Vivomove Trend

  • Elegant hybrid design that looks like a traditional watch
  • First Garmin to support convenient Qi wireless charging
  • Lightweight and comfortable for 24/7 wear, including sleep
  • Clever 'dynamic hands' that move automatically to clear the digital display
  • Comprehensive health suite including Body Battery and stress tracking
  • User-friendly Garmin Connect app for deep data analysis

What customers don't like about Garmin Vivomove Trend

  • No built-in GPS; requires a tethered smartphone for outdoor tracking
  • Touchscreen can be laggy or inconsistent in its sensitivity
  • Monochrome LCD is difficult to read in direct, bright sunlight
  • Battery life of ~5 days is shorter than many other Garmin models
  • Price is high compared to models like the Vivomove Sport with similar features
  • Qi wireless charging pad is not included in the box

Verdict

The Garmin vívomove Trend is a 40mm hybrid smartwatch that blends a classic analog aesthetic with modern digital features, specifically notable for being Garmin's first wearable to support Qi-certified wireless charging. It features a stainless steel bezel and a hidden full-dial LCD touchscreen (254 x 346 resolution) that appears only when needed, while the physical watch hands dynamically move aside during interaction. Its core specifications include 5 ATM water resistance, a barometric altimeter, and a battery life of up to 5 days in smartwatch mode plus an additional day as an analog-only timepiece. Key pros include the convenience of Garmin Pay, comprehensive health monitoring (Pulse Ox, Body Battery, and sleep scoring), and a lightweight design (28.3g case). However, significant cons include the lack of built-in GPS—requiring a tethered smartphone for outdoor tracking—and a display that can be difficult to read in direct sunlight or may occasionally suffer from inconsistent touch responsiveness.

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