Garmin Vivoactive 6: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Garmin Vivoactive 6 is a smartwatch released in 2025 that works with iPhone and Android. It lists Standard GPS, 5ATM and Garmin Pay.
Specifications
| Release year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Case size | 42 mm |
| Display | AMOLED, Always-On |
| Battery as listed | Up to 11 days |
| Water rating | 5ATM |
| Case material | Polymer/aluminum |
| GPS type | Standard GPS |
| Operating system | Garmin OS |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | None |
| Contactless wallet | Garmin Pay |
| Plan needed | None |
| Health sensors | SpO2, HRV, Readiness score, Sleep apnea |
| Safety features | SOS |
Who it fits
- Works with iPhone and Android.
- Lists SOS or fall detection, see our guide for older adults.
- Lists an exact water rating of 5ATM or higher.
How it compares
Closest models from Garmin
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Lily 2 Active | 2024 | - | Up to 9 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Venu 3 | 2023 | - | Up to 14 days (5 with always-on display) | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Venu 3S | 2023 | - | Up to 10 days (5 with always-on display) | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
Closest models from other brands
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazfit Active 2 (עגול) | 2025 | 44 mm | Up to 10 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Amazfit Active 2 Square | 2025 | 45 mm (approx.) | Up to 10 days regular use | 5ATM (approx.) | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Huawei Watch Fit 4 | 2025 | - | Up to 7 days · 10 light-use | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
Compared with Garmin Lily 2 Active, Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists a longer listed battery (11 days against 9), a newer release year (2025 against 2024) and Polymer/aluminum case material, where Garmin Lily 2 Active lists Anodized aluminum.
Compared with Garmin Venu 3, Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists a newer release year (2025 against 2023) and Polymer/aluminum case material, where Garmin Venu 3 lists Fiber-reinforced polymer with a stainless steel bezel.
Compared with Garmin Venu 3S, Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists a newer release year (2025 against 2023) and Polymer/aluminum case material, where Garmin Venu 3S lists Fiber-reinforced polymer with a stainless steel bezel.
Compared with Amazfit Active 2 (עגול), Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists Polymer/aluminum case material, where Amazfit Active 2 (עגול) lists Stainless steel and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Amazfit Active 2 (עגול) does not list.
Compared with Amazfit Active 2 Square, Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists Polymer/aluminum case material, where Amazfit Active 2 Square lists Polished stainless steel and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Amazfit Active 2 Square does not list.
Compared with Huawei Watch Fit 4, Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists Polymer/aluminum case material, where Huawei Watch Fit 4 lists Aluminum and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Huawei Watch Fit 4 does not list.
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Position in the catalog
Its listed battery of 11 days is above 30% of 46 smartwatches with a single plain days value. Its case size of 42 mm is larger than 12% of 52 smartwatches with a single exact size. Its exact water rating of 5ATM is above 4% of 78 smartwatches with a single exact ATM rating. It was released in 2025. Among 128 smartwatches with an exact release year, 91% were released in 2025 or earlier and 27% were released in 2025 or later.
Phone compatibility and plan
No plan is listed as needed.
Sensors and features are listed as the maker names them and are not medical measurements.
Related guides and lists
- Battery life explained
- Phone compatibility
- Water resistance ratings
- Sensors explained
- Garmin smartwatches
- All models
Last verified September 26, 2026
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