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  • Avg. price: ~£250
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  • Battery life: 5 day/s
  • Display type: LCD

Garmin Vivomove Trend review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

7.2

Technical Score

10.0%

6.5

User score

Very good
7.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

7.0

Health

21.0%

8.3

Fitness

16.0%

7.5

Battery

14.0%

8.0

Smart features

12.0%

4.2

Connectivity

9.0%

8.2

Display & Design

4.0%

5.9

Hardware

Very good
6.5

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

2.3

Popularity

User score:
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4.4
(14)
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3.1
(4)
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4.5
(2)

(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

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    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Vivomove Trend

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    7.0

    Health

    21.0%

    8.3

    Fitness

    16.0%

    7.5

    Battery

    14.0%

    8.0

    Smart features

    12.0%

    4.2

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    8.2

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    5.9

    Hardware

    7.2
    Garmin Vivomove Trend has a technical score of 7.23 points, which is higher than 72.8% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    8.3

    User reviews

    30.0%

    2.3

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    4.4
    (14)
    amazon
    3.1
    (4)
    amazon
    4.5
    (2)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    6.5
    Garmin Vivomove Trend has a user score of 6.5 points, which is lower than 89.2% of smartwatches.
    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
    When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    2.3
    Garmin Vivomove Trend has a popularity of 2.3 points, which is lower than 51.5% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    7.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.2

    Price

    7.8
    Garmin Vivomove Trend has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 68.1% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Garmin
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend supports irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend includes a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

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    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
    Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    5 day/s
    Garmin Vivomove Trend offers a battery life of 5 day/s which is shorter than that of 63.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
    Up to 1 additional day in watch mode) 5 (plus 1 additional day in watch-only mode.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    ?
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    ?
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Garmin OS
    Garmin Vivomove Trend 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
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    occasional
    Garmin Vivomove Trend 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
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Vivomove Trend supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    ?
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    LCD
    Garmin Vivomove Trend uses a LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 90.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 7.8% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    254 x 346
    Garmin Vivomove Trend has a display resolution of 254 x 346 which is lower than that of 66% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    390 ppi
    Garmin Vivomove Trend has a pixel density of 390 ppi which is higher than that of 66.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    ?
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    Dialog DA14,697
    Garmin Vivomove Trend uses the Dialog DA14697 processor model.
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    ?
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    ?
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Garmin Vivomove Trend 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

    • Includes wireless charging
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
      Supports Qi-compatible wireless charging.
      What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • Has NFC
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
      What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
      When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has HRV tracking
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
      What it is: Measurement of heart-rate variability, the change in timing between heartbeats.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    • Includes crash detection
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
      What it is: Detection of severe impacts or crashes that can trigger emergency workflows.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Garmin Vivomove Trend includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
      SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
      What it is: An emergency feature that can contact help or alert trusted people from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Vivomove Trend includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • More advanced operating system
      Garmin Vivomove Trend runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
      What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Vivomove Trend runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
    • Supports VO2 max
      Garmin Vivomove Trend measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
      What it is: Estimated VO2 max, a fitness metric linked to aerobic capacity and endurance.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Vivomove Trend measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
      What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Has HRV tracking
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Garmin Vivomove Trend measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Supports calorie tracking
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Has weight tracking
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Garmin Vivomove Trend tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Has barometer
      Garmin Vivomove Trend includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • Has NFC
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Newer Bluetooth version
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • Stronger display glass
      Garmin Vivomove Trend uses chemically strengthened glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • Has hybrid design
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 9% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    • 64 ppi higher pixel density
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (390 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • 2 mm narrower band
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    • Includes crash detection
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Garmin Vivomove Trend includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • More advanced operating system
      Garmin Vivomove Trend runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • More frequent updates
      Garmin Vivomove Trend receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    • 2 year/s newer release date
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.

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    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • No coaching
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
    • No routes
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • No voice feedback
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 62.1% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • 66 fewer exercise profiles
      Garmin Vivomove Trend supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (14 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    • 2 day/s shorter battery life
      Garmin Vivomove Trend offers 5 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      Up to 1 additional day in watch mode) 5 (plus 1 additional day in watch-only mode.
    • No GPS
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
    • Basic display type
      Garmin Vivomove Trend uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • Lower resolution
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has a display resolution of 254x 346, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • No smart alarm
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • No camera remote control
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • No speaker
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • Less advanced processor model
      Garmin Vivomove Trend uses the Dialog DA14,697 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Snapdragon 400.
    • Basic display type
      Garmin Vivomove Trend uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
      What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Vivomove Trend uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.LCD vs AMOLED
    • No GPS
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • No speaker
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No coaching
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
      What it is: Guided training or wellness suggestions based on your data and habits.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
    • No smart alarm
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
      What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
      When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Garmin Vivomove Trend has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
      What it is: The count of microphones built into the watch.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=2

      Garmin Vivomove Trend has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.0 vs 1
    • No routes
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
      What it is: Support for following saved routes, courses, or turn guidance during activities.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • No camera remote control
      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
      What it is: Remote shutter control that lets the watch trigger a paired camera or phone camera.
      When it matters: When you want to control your phone camera from the watch.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Vivomove Trend does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
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    Overall
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware

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    Third-party reviews

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    4.4
    14 Reviews
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    4 Reviews
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    4.5
    2 Reviews

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    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 dislike 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

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