Garmin Vivosmart 5: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Garmin Vivosmart 5 is a smartwatch released in 2022 that works with iPhone and Android. It lists None, 5ATM and SpO2, Heart rate.
Specifications
| Release year | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Display | OLED |
| Battery as listed | Up to 7 days |
| Water rating | 5ATM |
| Case material | Polymer |
| GPS type | None |
| Operating system | Garmin OS |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | None |
| Plan needed | None |
| Health sensors | SpO2, Heart rate, HRV |
| 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 Enduro 2 | 2022 | 51 mm | Up to 34 days · 46 solar · 110 hours GPS | 10ATM | Multi-system GNSS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Approach S12 | 2021 | 43.7 mm | Up to 10 days · 30 hours GPS golf | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Forerunner 265 | 2023 | - | Up to 13 days · 20 hours GPS | 5ATM | Multi-system GNSS | iOS and Android |
Closest models from other brands
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitbit Inspire 3 | 2022 | - | Up to 10 days | 5ATM | None | iOS and Android |
| Honor Band 7 | 2022 | - | Up to 14 days | 5ATM | None | iOS and Android |
| Realme Watch R100 | 2022 | 44 mm | 7 days (approx.) | IP68 | None | iOS and Android |
Compared with Garmin Enduro 2, Garmin Vivosmart 5 lists a lower ATM rating (5 against 10) and Polymer case material, where Garmin Enduro 2 lists Titanium.
Compared with Garmin Approach S12, Garmin Vivosmart 5 lists a newer release year (2022 against 2021).
Compared with Garmin Forerunner 265, Garmin Vivosmart 5 lists an older release year (2022 against 2023) and Polymer case material, where Garmin Forerunner 265 lists Reinforced polymer.
Compared with Fitbit Inspire 3, Garmin Vivosmart 5 lists a shorter listed battery (7 days against 10) and Polymer case material, where Fitbit Inspire 3 lists Plastic/aluminum.
Compared with Honor Band 7, Garmin Vivosmart 5 lists a shorter listed battery (7 days against 14).
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Position in the catalog
Its listed battery of 7 days is above 9% of 46 smartwatches with a single plain days value. Its exact water rating of 5ATM is above 4% of 78 smartwatches with a single exact ATM rating. It was released in 2022. Among 128 smartwatches with an exact release year, 24% were released in 2022 or earlier and 91% were released in 2022 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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