Garmin fēnix 8 Pro
First Garmin smartwatch with inReach satellite and cellular connectivity, plus built-in flashlight
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Overview
The Garmin fēnix 8 Pro is the first Garmin smartwatch with built-in inReach technology for satellite and cellular connectivity, allowing users to stay connected without a phone. Features include text messaging, voice calls, location check-ins, SOS capability via Garmin Response, built-in LED flashlight, dive-rated to 100m, titanium bezel, AMOLED touchscreen, and up to 27 days battery life. Available in 47mm and 51mm sizes.
Technical Specifications
Physical Specs
| Case Size (mm) | 47x47x16mm (47mm model), 51x51x16.5mm (51mm model) |
| Weight (g) | 56g (47mm model), 65g (51mm model) |
| Case Material | Titanium/Fiber-Reinforced Polymer |
| Bezel Material | Titanium |
| Lens Material | Sapphire Crystal |
| Back Material | Steel |
| Strap Material | Silicone (QuickFit options) |
| Water Resistance Rating | 10 ATM (EN13319 compliant to 40m) |
Display
| Type | AMOLED/MicroLED touchscreen |
| Size (inches) | 1.4 |
| Resolution (pixels) | 454x454 |
| Brightness (nits) | Up to 4000 (MicroLED), 2000 (AMOLED) |
| Features | AMOLED/MicroLED touchscreen, Sapphire crystal, Always-On Display, Metal sensor guard cover |
Hardware
| Chipset | Garmin Proprietary |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Neural Engine | No |
Battery
| Smartwatch Mode | Up to 15/27 days (47mm/51mm AMOLED) |
| Typical Use | Up to 15/27 days (47mm/51mm AMOLED) |
| Low Power Mode | Up to 19/34 days (47mm/51mm AMOLED) |
| GPS Mode | Varies by mode and size |
| Expedition Mode | Up to 14/24 days (47mm/51mm AMOLED) |
| Wireless Charging | No |
Diving - General Info
| EN 13319 Certified | Yes |
| Max Operational Depth Metres | 40 |
Diving - Scuba Features
| Supported | Yes |
| Dive Modes | Single-gas, Multi-gas (5 mixes), Gauge, CCR |
| Decompression Model | Bühlmann ZHL-16C with Gradient Factors |
| Gas Mixes Supported | Nitrox (21-99% O₂) |
| Max PO2 (bar) | 1.6 |
| Air Integration | No |
| Safety Features | Ascent rate monitoring, Surface interval timer, Decompression tracking, Safety stop alerts |
| Dive Computer Functionality | Built-in recreational dive computer |
| Limitations | No hoseless air integration |
Diving - Freedive Features
| Supported | Yes |
| Max Depth (m) | 40 |
| Modes | Apnea, Apnea Hunt, Pool Apnea |
| Depth Tracking Accuracy | ±0.1m |
| Auto Depth Tracking | Yes |
| Surface Interval Tracking | Yes |
| Safety Alerts | Customizable depth alerts, Surface interval timer |
Smart Features
| Operating System | Garmin OS |
| Health Monitoring Summary | Garmin ECG App, HRV Status, Pulse Ox, Sleep Coach, Wrist Temperature, Training Readiness, Endurance Score, Hill Score |
| Activity Tracking Summary | 200+ sports modes, Daily suggested workouts, HIIT workouts, ClimbPro, Hill Score |
| Smart Functions | Satellite text messaging (inReach), Cellular voice calls, Voice messages (30-second), Location check-ins, LiveTrack sharing, Weather forecasts, Garmin Pay, Music storage, Smart notifications |
| Payment System | Garmin Pay |
| Music Storage And Playback | Yes |
| Voice Assistant | Yes |
| Emergency Features | SOS via Garmin Response (satellite/cellular), Incident Detection, LiveTrack, Emergency Assistance |
| Navigation Features Summary | Preloaded TopoActive Maps, Dynamic round-trip routing, SatIQ GPS, Track Back, Dual-frequency GPS, Course navigation |
| Other Notable Features | Built-in LED flashlight (variable intensity), inReach satellite connectivity, LTE cellular connectivity, Garmin Messenger app compatibility, Storm alerts, Jumpmaster mode, ANT+ connectivity |
Max Depth: 40m
EN13319 Certified: Yes
Pros
- First Garmin smartwatch with inReach satellite connectivity
- LTE cellular connectivity for voice calls and messaging
- SOS capability via Garmin Response (17,000+ incidents supported)
- Built-in LED flashlight with variable intensity
- 40m dive certification with recreational dive modes
- Up to 27 days battery life (51mm AMOLED)
- Titanium bezel with sapphire crystal
- 32GB storage for offline TopoActive maps and music
- Available in 47mm and 51mm sizes
- Garmin ECG App (select regions)
Cons
- Requires subscription for satellite and cellular connectivity
- High price point ($1199.99)
- No wireless charging
- Complex UI for casual users
- No air integration
- Satellite/cellular not available in all countries
- Weight varies by size