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Garmin Fenix 5
Garmin · Smartwatch

Garmin Fenix 5

The original multi-sport Fenix. Two-week battery, no music, no SpO2 — pure training.

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Battery14 days
Water10 ATM
Weight85g
Sensors7
OSStandalone

The Fenix 5 (2017) cemented the multi-sport playbook: 24h GPS, Firstbeat-powered VO2 max and recovery time, and a transflective display you could actually read mid-trail. No music, no contactless pay, no SpO2 — music and Garmin Pay arrived on the Fenix 5 Plus the following year, and Pulse Ox only on the 5X Plus. The base 5 is bare-bones by today’s standards but built like a brick, and second-hand units still hold up.

Strengths

  • 24-hour GPS battery in a watch that survived the Pleistocene
  • Firstbeat VO2 max and recovery time already onboard
  • Built like a brick — second-hand units still hold up

Tradeoffs

  • No SpO2, no Pulse Ox, no Body Battery
  • No onboard music, contactless pay, or maps (Plus variant added those)
  • Sleep tracking is basic — no stages

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Common questions

How much does the Garmin Fenix 5 cost?
The Garmin Fenix 5 starts at $599, with larger sizes and premium finishes costing more.
Does the Garmin Fenix 5 require a subscription?
No. The Garmin Fenix 5 has no subscription — you pay for the hardware once and the Garmin app is included.
How long does the Garmin Fenix 5 battery last?
About 14 days of typical use per charge. Heavy GPS use, an always-on display, and continuous sensing all pull that number down.
Is the Garmin Fenix 5 waterproof?
The Garmin Fenix 5 is rated 10 ATM (100m), which covers showering, swimming, and surface water sports. It is not a dive rating.
Do you need a phone to use the Garmin Fenix 5?
No. The Garmin Fenix 5 records, stores, and shows your data on the device itself — a phone is for syncing and review, not for tracking.
Is the Garmin Fenix 5 still worth buying?
The Garmin Fenix 5 came out in 2017 and Garmin has discontinued it, so new stock is limited and prices vary. Check it against the current smartwatch lineup before buying.