Garmin Vivoactive HR
The Vivoactive HR is an all-day fitness tracker that can measure steps, distance traveled, calories burned, floors climbed, active minutes and sleep.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
There's an optical heart-rate sensor on the back.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
The watch is a little bulky, though.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
But it's also waterproof up to 50 meters.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
It's not as big as the Fitbit Surge (left)
Garmin Vivoactive HR
Here's another shot of the Fitbit Surge (left) next to the Vivoactive HR.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
The always-on screen is easy to see outdoors, even on sunny days.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
It can also display notifications from your iPhone or Android device.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
There is a graph that shows heart rate data right on one of the homes screens.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
Plus, there's GPS for tracking a variety of activities, including running, cycling, swimming, golfing, rowing and even paddle boarding.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
Overall, we like the Vivoactive HR.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
It's a good watch for active consumers.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
Here's some information on a recent run.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
The app can be a little confusing to navigate.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
All of the data recorded by the watch is uploaded to the Garmin Connect mobile app.
Garmin Vivoactive HR
But it shows a ton of information.