I tested Garmin's latest smartwatch, and it has the right balance of style and features
Published on: 2025-08-27 08:35:00
ZDNET's key takeaways The Garmin Vivoactive 6 is available in four colors for $300.
The AMOLED display is brilliant, the available activity functions are comprehensive, and the battery lasts 5-11 days.
There is no altimeter, the 30 minute smart alarm interval is a bit long, and it's a bit small for those with larger wrists. $299.99 at Amazon $299.99 at Crutchfield more buying choices
Garmin's latest smartwatch for the masses, the Vivoactive 6, brings a fresh perspective to its lineup with a stylish design and approachable price.
With the continuation of its upgrade cycle, Garmin chose a smaller form factor for the Vivoactive 6, with support for a broad range of activities -- a great watch for users that do a lot of different things but don't need deep insights in one particular area.
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The Vivoactive 6 also incorporates the new Smart Alarm feature for the first time on a Garmin smartwatch. This feature wakes you within 30 min
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