Garmin fenix 8 Solar Sapphire
An advanced multisport GPS smartwatch with a solar-charged display, the Garmin fenix 8 Solar Sapphire is built for serious athletes and outdoor adventurers who want to push beyond their limits.
This item pays for membership!
$120
10% Reward
on this and every eligible full-price item*
+
$30
Bonus Card
valid for 60 days after joining*
=
$150
Value
Keep shopping
- Solar-charged display with scratch-resistant sapphire lens, durable titanium bezel and powerful built-in LED flashlight for after-dark visibility
- 47 MM battery performance: up to 28 days in smartwatch mode with solar charging and up to 92 hrs. in GPS mode with solar charging—all with an always-on display
- 51 MM battery performance: up to 48 days in smartwatch mode with solar charging and up to 149 hrs. in GPS mode with solar charging—all with an always-on display
- Battery performance in smartwatch mode with solar charging assumes all-day wear with 3 hrs. per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions
- Battery performance in GPS mode with solar power estimates assume continuous use for entire period in 50,000 lux conditions
- Power up your performance, endurance and injury resistance with targeted strength-training plans, real-time stamina tracking, sport-specific workouts and built-in sports apps
- Performance insights help you manage your exertion and build stamina; training readiness features show how much recovery time you need between workouts
- Training readiness score is based on sleep quality, recovery, training load and heart rate variability (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- Dynamic round-trip routing simplifies planning by letting you set your target distance and receive turn-by-turn directions that adjust to get you back to the start on schedule
- A built-in speaker and mic let you make and take phone calls from your wrist when your watch is paired to your smartphone
- You can even use your smartphone's voice assistant to respond to text messages and more
- Off-grid voice command feature lets you access select watch controls even without a smartphone connection
- Multiband GPS with SatIQ™ technology—plus built-in sensors for 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter—let you navigate with superior positioning accuracy
- Explore new vistas with preloaded TopoActive maps with relief shading—plus built-in maps for thousands of golf courses and ski resorts worldwide
- 40-meter dive rating and leakproof metal buttons let you reach new depths with support for scuba and apnea dive activities
- 24/7 health and wellness monitoring with wrist-based heart rate, advanced sleep monitoring, respiration tracking, Pulse Ox and more
- This is not a medical device, and data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked; Pulse Ox not available in all countries
- ECG app can record your heart rhythm and check for signs of atrial fibrillation (not available in all regions; for people 22 years or older)
- Additional features include music storage, Garmin Payâ„¢ contactless payments (with supported country and payment network), smart notifications and more
- Thermal- and shock-resistant to MIL-STD 810, this watch features a metal sensor guard cover to protect essential sensors from damage and wear during your toughest adventures
Imported.
47 MM
- Smartwatch: up to 21 days/28 days with solar*
- Battery saver watch mode: up to 34 days/58 days with solar*
- GPS only: up to 67 hrs./92 hrs. with solar**
- All satellite systems: up to 48 hrs./59 hrs. with solar**
- All satellite systems + multi-band: up to 37 hrs./43 hrs. with solar***
- All satellite systems + music: up to 13 hrs.
- Max battery GPS: up to 132 hrs./283 hrs. with solar**
- Expedition GPS: up to 34 days/58 days with solar*
- Smartwatch: up to 30 days/48 days with solar*
- Battery saver watch mode: up to 48 days/107 days with solar*
- GPS only: up to 95 hrs./149 hrs. with solar**
- All satellite systems: up to 68 hrs./92 hrs. with solar**
- All satellite systems + multi-band: up to 52 hrs./65 hrs. with solar***
- All satellite systems + music: up to 18 hrs.
- Max battery GPS: up to 186 hrs./653 hrs. with solar**
- Expedition GPS: up to 50 days/118 days with solar*
| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Average Battery Life | 47 MM: Smartwatch: up to 21 days, or 28 days with solar; GPS mode: up to 67 hrs., or 92 hrs. with solar 51 MM: Smartwatch: up to 30 days, or 48 days with solar; GPS mode: up to 95 hrs., or 149 hrs. with solar |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
| Solar-Powered | Yes |
| Display Size | 47 MM: 1.3 inches 51 MM: 1.4 inches |
| Illumination | Backlight |
| Altimeter | Pressure-based |
| Compass | Yes |
| GPS/Satellite Detectable | Yes |
| HRM Included/Integrated | Yes |
| Heart Rate Sensor Type | Wrist-based |
| Average Heart Rate | Yes |
| Pulse Oximeter | Yes |
| Heart Rate Target Zone(s) | Yes |
| VO2 Max Estimate | Yes |
| Recovery Advising | Yes |
| Tracks Steps | Yes |
| Pedometer Type | Digital 3-axis Accelerometer |
| Pace Alert | Yes |
| Interval Training | Yes |
| Tracks Calories Burned | Yes |
| Water-Resistant Depth | 100 meters |
| Pool Lap Recognition | Yes |
| Stroke Recognition | Yes |
| Sleep Tracking | Yes |
| Alarm | Yes |
| Time Display | Yes |
| Stopwatch | Yes |
| Visual Map Display | Yes |
| Basemap | Yes |
| Preloaded Map | Road / Topo |
| Programmable Routes | Yes |
| Number of Routes | 30 |
| Number of Waypoints | 1000 |
| Customization | Apps Data Fields Watch Faces Widgets |
| Smart Device Notifications | Yes |
| Data Exchange | Bluetooth ANT+ |
| Compatible Fitness Accessories | Heart Rate Monitor Cadence Sensor Power Meter |
| Gender | Unisex |
Review this Product
Adding a review will require a valid email for verification
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Most Helpful Critical Review
Customer Images
Amazing
I have worn the Fenix line ever since the very first Fenix around 2014. I recently had a 7X Pro, and this upgrade is phenomenal! The buttons are great (many reviewers complained, but I love using them as much as all the older watches), build quality is stunning, and battery life ties it all together. Thank you Garmin for the great watch!
Best multisport watch and tracker
I've done many, many runs, two longish backpacking trips, lifted weights, golfed and stationary bike workouts with this. Have had many fitness trackers (most recently a pixel watch) and this is far superior. Reliable gps, heart rate, training readiness. I probably charge once every three weeks. It's expensive, but it's my "can't leave home without it" device. LTE would be nice, but not mandatory. Debated between this and the 7, which probably would have been fine too, but I like the slightly bigger screen on this version. Very happy with it.
Awesome Customization
I love everything about this watch. From the battery life to the fitness metrics that it tracks. For starters, I get almost 2 weeks out of the battery. Thats using the gps everyday for hikes, walks, or for golfing. I feel that it keeps better track of your fitness metrics then some other bands. The steps and heart rate are 2 that I track daily. My heart rate is always spot in if I check it manually as well. It has given me confidence to trust the device. The golf app is another thing I use regularly and it is like having a cady with you. From giving you yardage to what the hole actually plays like and club recommendations and the green contours just top it off
Great looking watch loaded with features
Have another garmin watch but a friend had this one and he showed me a lot of the features it has and I decided I had to have one as well. Several different watch face displays to choose from and a lot you can download, can also change colors on the display. A real plus is the built in flashlight, wether you are an avid outdoorsman, hiking new trails, or just want a great looking customizable watch you cannot go wrong with this one!
Very disappointed. I do not recommend.
This is my first smartwatch. For the last 8 years, I've worn a $17 Casio watch with the standard silicone band that came with it. In those 8+ years, it may have come off my wrist a dozen times or so. Within less than a week of using my new $1,100 Fenix 8, I developed contact dermatitis on my wrist where the Garmin's "hypoallergenic" silicone band was in contact with my skin. That persisted despite my efforts to clean and dry my wrist, the watch, and the watch band thoroughly and diligently. During the first two weeks of ownership, I removed the Garmin Fenix 8 more times than I ever did during the 8+ years of ownership with the $17 Casio. Resolution involved discarding Garmin's "hypoallergenic" silicone bands and replacing them with a third-party nylon band. Garmin Voice Command is remarkably inaccurate, even in the absence of background noise. After several attempts to "set an alarm for 7 am tomorrow" resulted in alarms being set for 12:11 am, 12:07 am, 7:10 pm, and 1:07 am, I stopped using the feature altogether. The step counter does not accurately record steps. I constantly see a large number of false steps being recorded when I drive around town on well-maintained roads (Portland, OR). For a $1000+ watch, this is a massive disappointment.
Great, but Heart Rate Monitor has known problems.
Garmins program (Garmin Connect) and adaptive capabilities continue to impress. Sleep data has improved with the newer watches. Their hardware unfortunately has gotten worse. Specifically the heart rate monitor, mine will get stuck when I run- which is bad enough, if you do heart rate specific workouts like Zone-2 it really messes you up. Garmin's support suggested I buy a chest monitor, told me it's a known issue they're vaguely working on. No apology, no resolution, nothing. I've loved Garmins, and all my data from years is in them, but at this point for the price they are and with this experience I'll begrudgingly switch to an apple watch. I hope they get it together, I've been a longtime lover and user of their products.
DISAPPOINTED
Totally disappointed with this watch. After the second charge at the 72nd hour, the battery is at 47%... I only use the watch as a smart watch and only receive messages on it. I do not use navigation or phone calls. I had an Enduro 2 Solar Sapphire whose battery lasted 17 days with the same usage! After 10 days of use I will return it!
Get It! You will Love it.
Moved from AWU to Instinct 2x to this watch. It is bigger but I don't notice the size after a short time. Display is bright and clear and easy to see. Very customizable including the ability to add tons of free watch faces from Garmin IQ. Watch faces are completely customizable from color and information displayed. Much more customizable than AWU. Solar battery should last close to a month. I am very happy with the purchase.
Best fenix so far!
Great watch love the flashlight and solar extends the battery life tremendously!
Buying a SmartWatch
I was completely confused by the offerings of Apple and Garmin in the Smartwatch arena. I spent hours on their websites only to get more confused. Stopped in our local REI store and talked to Rashad. He gave me perspective and help me focus in on the Garmin Fenix 8 Solar watches. I spend the whole morning the next day doing detailed research on the Fenix 8 and went back at noon to buy one. I was looking for something to compliment my Montana 700i and Overlander that I use on my explorations of Southern Utah--Jeep and hiking. Not that interested in the fitness stuff, but the Fenix 8 seems a good solution to my navigation issues. I won't know for certain that it is the best choice until I've learned more about it and actually used it. I only hope I figure it out before it's obsolete!