Garmin fēnix 8
Garmin's no-compromise multisport flagship — built-in dive computer, AMOLED, multi-band GPS.
The Garmin fēnix 8 (2024) is a sport watch with a list price of $1099 in our database. It is rated for about 16 days per charge, weighs 73 g with a 47 mm case and an AMOLED display, and includes built-in GPS, blood-oxygen (SpO₂), on-device music, contactless payments, offline maps and swim tracking. It works with both iPhone and Android.
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Specifications
What it is good at
- Feature-rich: 7 of the 12 features we track (built-in GPS, blood-oxygen (SpO₂), on-device music, contactless payments, AMOLED display, offline maps and swim tracking).
- Water-ready: rated 10ATM, suitable for swimming and surface water sports.
- Bright, vivid AMOLED display.
Best for
Features
Who should skip it
- You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 47 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
- You want something light enough to sleep in — it weighs 73 g.
- You are watching your budget — the list price is $1099.
Where it ranks #1 in our quiz
The Garmin fēnix 8 is the top pick for these standard profiles. Each page shows the full scoring breakdown.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Garmin fēnix 8 battery last?
The manufacturer rates it at about 16 days per charge. Always-on display, constant GPS and cellular use shorten that. Among the 29 sport watches in our database it beats about 48% on rated battery life.
Does the Garmin fēnix 8 work with iPhone and Android?
It works with both iPhone and Android.
Can I swim with the Garmin fēnix 8?
10ATM is suitable for swimming and surface water sports. It is not a dive rating unless the maker says so. It also has a swim-tracking mode.
How much does the Garmin fēnix 8 cost?
Our database lists $1099 (May 2026). That is a list price, not today's price, so check the Amazon listing before you buy.
Who should not buy the Garmin fēnix 8?
It is a poor fit if any of these apply. You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 47 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold). You want something light enough to sleep in — it weighs 73 g. You are watching your budget — the list price is $1099.