Garmin Tactix 8 Solar
Tactical features, mapping, music, advanced training—get it all with the tactix 8 Solar watch from Garmin. When in GPS Expedition mode, it delivers up to 118 days of solar-powered battery life.
- Advanced tactical GPS smartwatch with a 1.4 in. solar-charged display, titanium bezel and sapphire lens, and built-in LED flashlight for after-dark visibility
- Tactical features include jumpmaster and rucking activity, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS format, stealth mode, kill switch and preloaded Applied Ballistics® solver
- Compatible with night vision goggles
- Navigate the outdoors with positioning accuracy thanks to multiband GPS with SatIQ™ technology, plus built-in sensors for a 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter
- 40-meter dive rating helps you reach new depths with support for scuba and apnea dive activities
- Includes a fully functional aviation navigation system with worldwide dynamic moving map, GPS navigation, NEXRAD, weather display, airport information and more
- Preloaded TopoActive maps with relief shading; access to free additional downloadable maps, plus built-in maps for thousands of golf courses and ski resorts worldwide
- Power up your physical performance, endurance and resistance to injury with targeted strength-training plans, real-time stamina tracking and sport-specific workouts
- Comes with a full range of built-in sports apps
- Download the AB Quantum mobile app on your compatible smartphone to manage profiles and targets or use your smartphone as an additional display
- 24/7 health and wellness monitoring with wrist-based heart rate, advanced sleep monitoring, respiration tracking, Pulse Ox and more (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)
- Note: This is not a medical device; data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked
- Live connected with smart notifications (compatible smartphone required), music storage and Garmin Pay™ contactless payments (with a supported country and payment network)
- Built-in speaker and mic let you make and take phone calls from your wrist when paired to your compatible smartphone
- Thermal- and shock-resistant to MIL-STD 810; metal guard cover protects essential sensors from damage and wear during your toughest adventures
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Smartwatch mode: 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 + Multiband: 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*
*Solar charging, assuming all-day wear with 3 hrs. per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions
**Solar charging, assuming use in 50,000 lux conditions
***Solar charging, assuming use in 50,000 lux conditions; assuming typical use with SatIQ technology
| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Average Battery Life | Smartwatch mode: Up to 30 days; 48 days with solar (assuming all-day wear with 3 hrs. per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions) |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
| Display Size | 1.4 inches |
| Illumination | Luminous Face |
| 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 | ANT+ Bluetooth |
| Compatible Fitness Accessories | Cadence Sensor Heart Rate Monitor Power Meter |
| Gender | Unisex |
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Tactix 8 and a phoenix.8 solar modules
I bought a month ago a tactics eight solar and a Phoenix eight solar watch and it’s the best. They are the best watches I’ve ever had. They do everything. I bought it to monitor my health and it works great and I like the extra background you can get for that are full of data Richmond
Worth the Wait!
I have been considering upgrading my old Apple Watch to the Tactix for quite some time, and I'm happy I finally made the switch. I'm happy with all the features and capabilities. Its style, size, and feel are all great. Battery life is unbelievable, coming from a daily charge only to have my old Apple Watch die at 8:00 pm. Very responsive and does everything I expected. The only thing I miss from my Apple Watch is the ability to respond to iMessages. I rarely used the watch for texting because it wasn't the easiest to type on, but if I had to dig up a negative, thats it. And did I mention the battery life, crazy!
Beyond expectations
I have always been a Garmin watch user, and being from the military the Garmin Tactix8 watch brings me back. It's fully functional as an everyday smartwatch with the extra capabilities of standard issue military functions. Overall I love the watch
Great watch
Great watch with tons of features. I have the tactix 8 elite solar and love it!! As a shooter, the ballistics comes in handy and is a great feature.
Met expectations & beyond!
So far, the amount of features such as the marine and safari-like on Tactix 8 solar and the ease to access them is just extraordinary.
Nice but pricey
I switched from Apple Watch the the tactic 8 elite. Disappointed that the applied ballistics that raised the price a lot will not work on my other garmin devices like my 750i unless i buy it again. I think that’s a waist. It would be like buying Microsoft word and only being able to use it on one computer. Also disappointed in the navigation. I see there is suppose to be an update for google maps but i can’t seem to find it. Don’t know if it’s because i have a iPhone. Really like the battery life. Had it for one month now and charged it on e because it got to 30%. I work outside in the sun 10-15 hours a day so they solar in nice. It is also a lot more customizable than my Apple Watch. Time will tell if i start liking it more. So far i like everything but the price.
Love the watch but activities setup
I love the watch but a few areas like the work outs need a easier way to say instead of like end work out then stop workout which should make it save but then you have another step should be like the runs stop/end run then save not an extra step. Because of this I've discarded to many work outs so far. the ballistic calculator works good as long as you have the right equipment to go with. made it easier to sight in at 1000 yards
Good but, Could be better
The Tactix 8 is a overall good watch but, I some complaints on it. First is the buttons, although a small issue, it is a big one at the same time because the buttons feel "spongy" and sometimes not responsive. The touch screen feature helps out alot but, during an activity, the way the buttons are configured this time are subpar to say the least. The responsiveness of past Tactix lines are way better than this. Second, I wish there was more simple watch faces like the previous lines or even a topographic face or background like the fenix 8. Lastly, I wish the flashlight had a red lens instead of a green one. Being in the military, based on my SOPs, I use red lens for all low light activities. I just wish you guys kept the red lens but i understand your reasoning. I just wish there was an opportunity to fully customize the product right from the get go to be beneficial for people in my career field/others as well.
Impressive Exercise System
This watch was purchased after using an Apple Ultra 2 since it was released. I can hardly believe the number of features that the Tactix 8, Solar has over the Ultra 2. The biggest asset to me is the longevity of the battery, to say nothing of how fast it charges when required: I am getting about three weeks on a full charge with news, text, all going to the watch. I am still waiting for some of the features to come alive like endurance, but they warn you there is a time requirement before they kick in. The ECG is very effective and much easier to use. The recognition of a hike or running is impressive. I do not like having to remember to find something on the watch as I step on the treadmill to run an iFit program or to run outdoors. The flashlight is impressive, at least as good as headband led lights I also use for detail tasks. It meshes with the weight scale and the blood pressure monitor, as long as a good WiFi connection exists. I am an impressed user of the Garmin Connect system.
Excellent Watch
I spent a lot of time researching for a good watch to handle the ruggedness of what I do daily. I am very pleased with this watch and its features. I haven't gotten to figure everything out just yet, but so far it has shown to be ideal for dependability and the ruggedness I have been looking for.