Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music

43 mm

Product details

From sports to music functions, the vivoactive 3 Music keeps up with your active lifestyle. Store your music on the watch so you can listen to your favorite songs during every workout. This stylish smartwatch supports wrist-based heart rate monitoring, and with over 15 pre-installed sports apps, you have the choice of how to improve your fitness. The built-in GPS allows you to accurately track outdoor activities.

Highlights:

  • Storage for up to 500 songs
  • Supports contactless payments (Garmin Pay)
  • Customization (display designs, apps)
  • Over 15 pre-installed sports apps
  • VO2 max calculation and fitness age determination
  • Battery life: Up to 7 days (smartwatch mode)
  • Suitable for swimming and showering.

Key specifications

Smartwatch functions
Alarm clock
Contactless payment
Datebooks
Find my phone
Music functionalities
Music storage
Smart notifications
Touch screen
Weather
Operating system compatibility
Android
iOS
Wristband material
Silicone
Case material
Polymer
Item number
8939487

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
010-01985-02
Release date
13.6.2018
External links

Colour

Exact colour description
Black

Target group

Target group
Adults

Watch properties

Watch type
Smart watch
Durability
Waterproof (5 ATM)
Protection type (IP code)
Waterproof
Operating system
Garmin
Operating system compatibility
Android
iOS

Functions

Smartwatch functions
Alarm clock
Contactless payment
Datebooks
Find my phone
Music functionalities
Music storage
Smart notifications
Touch screen
Weather
Sensors
Accelerometer
Barometer Sensor
Compass
Heart rate sensor
Temperature sensor
Localisation technology
GLONASS
GPS

Display properties

Time display
Digital
Screen technology
LCD
Display size (inches)
1.20"
Image resolution
240 x 240 pixels

Wristband properties

Wristband colour
Black
Wristband material
Silicone
Wristband size
One size
Strap width
20 mm
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Strap fastener
Buckle

Case properties

Case colour
Black
Case material
Polymer
Glass
Gorilla Glass 3
Shape of watch
Round
Case diameter
43 mm
Case thickness
13 mm

Connectivity

Connectivity
ANT+
Bluetooth
Bluetooth version
4.2

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
4 GB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life (without GPS)
7 days
Runtime (in GPS mode)
0.50 days
Battery life
7 days

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Quick start guide
USB charging cable

Product dimensions

Weight
38 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Huawei
    1.6 %
  • 8.OPPO
    2.1 %
  • 9.Garmin
    2.2 %
  • 10.Amazfit
    2.4 %
  • 10.Google
    2.4 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 22.Huawei
    5 days
  • 23.CMF
    6 days
  • 23.Garmin
    6 days
  • 23.Google
    6 days
  • 23.Mobvoi
    6 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Polar
    3.6 %
  • 8.Coros
    4.6 %
  • 9.Garmin
    4.9 %
  • 9.Hama
    4.9 %
  • 11.Samsung
    5 %

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Overall ratingGood74/100
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curved.deSingle testReleaseAugust 2019

The vivoactive 3 Music was really fun in the smartwatch test. If you have a small preference for numbers, you can measure almost everything with the smartwatch. However, the complexity of the watch also makes it a bit awkward to use - I've already rummaged through Garmin's online help once or twice...

Good74/100
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Rank 3 out of 6Computer Bild6 WearablesReleaseJune 2019
  • PositiveAccurate heart rate measurement with the basic fitness functions
  • NegativeNo automatic sports recognition
  • Negativefew smart functions

Athletes make a fundamental decision when buying wearables: either for simpler operation with a clear overview or for greater detail and training plans. Test winner Apple has the best wearable in its range and measures heart rate very accurately. But the competition also offers advantages: Samsung's Gear Fit 2 Pro convinces with training instructions while running, Garmin's Fenix 5 Plus offers great...