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Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (47mm or 43mm)

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REI has Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (47mm or 43mm) on sale for $899.99. Shipping is free.

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  • AMOLED display with scratch-resistant sapphire lens
  • Built-in LED flashlight
  • 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

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REI has Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (47mm or 43mm) on sale for $899.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member _blitzkreig_ for finding this deal.

Details:
  • AMOLED display with scratch-resistant sapphire lens
  • Built-in LED flashlight
  • 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

Editor's Notes

Written by RazorConcepts
  • About this Product:
    • This is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on over 100 ratings.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.

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elefante72
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Too bad the battery not replaceable. My last $500 Garmin battery died in 2.5y and Garmin would give me a discount on a new one which went up a few hundred in 2.5y. No thanks. If it can't be repaired (esp a $15 battery) while excellent devices, not providing money to them anymore. I traded it in for a Pixel 3 watch very happy (for $100).
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rigmasternj
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Good to see a discount on premium tier Garmin anytime. World class GPS with basically the entire world map so he can't get lost anywhere., rugged and waterproof to a pretty good depth if you happen to be in water, tracks just about anything you would want healthwise, and has detailed golf course maps and distances so it easily replaces the $500 plus Golf devices and watches. It seems expensive until you realize is probably the most EDCI device you will ever have. And man that flashlight is so valuable to have at all times.
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ThriftyLaborer448
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My god. Finally made a move from Apple watch to Garmin (Not Fenix 8, Venu 3). I am veryy happy with the decision. Battery easily lasts two weeks with four hours of workouts every week, compared to one day with Apple. Love the Garmin ecosystem. Also, I can change my phone from iPhone to Android anytime I want. F Apple and its walled garden.
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May 17, 2025 1:36 AM
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jerkinmygherkinMay 17, 2025 1:36 AM
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Same at Amazon for those looking for CB
May 17, 2025 10:11 AM
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May 17, 2025 2:04 PM
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rigmasternjMay 17, 2025 2:04 PM
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Good to see a discount on premium tier Garmin anytime. World class GPS with basically the entire world map so he can't get lost anywhere., rugged and waterproof to a pretty good depth if you happen to be in water, tracks just about anything you would want healthwise, and has detailed golf course maps and distances so it easily replaces the $500 plus Golf devices and watches. It seems expensive until you realize is probably the most EDCI device you will ever have. And man that flashlight is so valuable to have at all times.
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Quote from rigmasternj View quoted comment :
Good to see a discount on premium tier Garmin anytime. World class GPS with basically the entire world map so he can't get lost anywhere., rugged and waterproof to a pretty good depth if you happen to be in water, tracks just about anything you would want healthwise, and has detailed golf course maps and distances so it easily replaces the $500 plus Golf devices and watches. It seems expensive until you realize is probably the most EDCI device you will ever have. And man that flashlight is so valuable to have at all times.
Too bad the battery not replaceable. My last $500 Garmin battery died in 2.5y and Garmin would give me a discount on a new one which went up a few hundred in 2.5y. No thanks. If it can't be repaired (esp a $15 battery) while excellent devices, not providing money to them anymore. I traded it in for a Pixel 3 watch very happy (for $100).
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May 17, 2025 4:02 PM
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CommonScientistMay 17, 2025 4:02 PM
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Some color and case combinations are 799$ on the Garmin website. https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/12...-02904-00/

As mentioned by another user, the cheaper watches have Corning Gorilla Glass 5 instead of Sapphire. Sapphire scratches less and shatters more, Gorilla Glass shatters less and scratches more.
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May 17, 2025 4:58 PM
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May 17, 2025 4:58 PM
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Quote from elefante72 View quoted comment :
Too bad the battery not replaceable. My last $500 Garmin battery died in 2.5y and Garmin would give me a discount on a new one which went up a few hundred in 2.5y. No thanks. If it can't be repaired (esp a $15 battery) while excellent devices, not providing money to them anymore. I traded it in for a Pixel 3 watch very happy (for $100).
My 6-year-old Fenix 6 is still going strong. The battery life isn't great anymore, but still very liveable. I just got the new Enduro 3 with Solar precisely to alleviate some of the long-term battery concerns. 30+ day battery life without solar charging, 90+ days with moderate sun exposure, and still has all of the same sensors and tech as the Fenix line, minus the dive features.
May 17, 2025 5:32 PM
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Santa_ClausMay 17, 2025 5:32 PM
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This or a Casio?
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May 17, 2025 7:51 PM
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dullstarMay 17, 2025 7:51 PM
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Quote from CommonScientist View quoted comment :
Some color and case combinations are 799$ on the Garmin website. https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/12...-02904-00/
Just bought 47mm black on Amazon for $799
May 17, 2025 8:37 PM
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SDSummerDayMay 17, 2025 8:37 PM
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Quote from elefante72 View quoted comment :
Too bad the battery not replaceable. My last $500 Garmin battery died in 2.5y and Garmin would give me a discount on a new one which went up a few hundred in 2.5y. No thanks. If it can't be repaired (esp a $15 battery) while excellent devices, not providing money to them anymore. I traded it in for a Pixel 3 watch very happy (for $100).
as far as i know, the battery isn't user replaceable but it is replaceable (which smart watch has user replaceable battery?).
there are youtube videos showing you how to do it. obviously that might mean the water proof maybe compromised
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May 17, 2025 8:40 PM
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ScarletLake899May 17, 2025 8:40 PM
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Holy cow, why are they so expensive. Just as much as cell phone ...
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May 17, 2025 9:28 PM
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morningstar101May 17, 2025 9:28 PM
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price is insane. price will be cut in half next year.
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May 18, 2025 12:41 AM
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ThriftyLaborer448May 18, 2025 12:41 AM
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My god. Finally made a move from Apple watch to Garmin (Not Fenix 8, Venu 3). I am veryy happy with the decision. Battery easily lasts two weeks with four hours of workouts every week, compared to one day with Apple. Love the Garmin ecosystem. Also, I can change my phone from iPhone to Android anytime I want. F Apple and its walled garden.
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May 18, 2025 12:58 PM
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May 18, 2025 12:58 PM
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Quote from dullstar View quoted comment :
Just bought 47mm black on Amazon for $799
Is the other color combo stainless steel for 800$ vs the titanium one for 900$? I would probably prefer titanium for a watch used the way this one is intended to be used.
May 18, 2025 1:09 PM
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robertson136May 18, 2025 1:09 PM
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One of these days my Fenix 3 HR will die and I can use one of these deals. But today is not that day.

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Quote from CommonScientist View quoted comment :
Some color and case combinations are 799$ on the Garmin website. https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/12...-02904-00/
The difference is this one for $100 less isn't Sapphire
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