Garmin Fenix 8
Samsung Galaxy 4/5
Device Details
Activity Features
Activity Tracking: Monitors steps, calories, distance, heart rate, sleep tracking, blood oxygen, stress tracking, GPS, energy levels, hydration and women’s health. Tracks running, cycling, swimming, yoga, and more. Also has sports apps for workouts modes and guided exercises.
Performance metrics: Provides VO2 max, training effect, and recovery time.
Maps: Preloaded topographical maps for navigation.
Water resistant: Yes
Activity Tracking: Steps, heart rate, active minutes, workout modes, sleep, body composition, calories tracking, stress, GPS
Notifications: Displays notifications from your phone.
Water resistant: Yes
Age
13+ years or 22+ years for ECG app (only available in some regions)
N/A
Battery
Up to 10 days
Up to 40 hours (Galaxy 4)
Up to 80 hours (Galaxy 5)
Brand
Garmin
Samsung
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Compatible
Dexcom (G6 or G7)
Freestyle Libre
Dexcom (G6 and G7)
FSA/HSA Eligible
Possibly with Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN)
Possibly with Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN)
Model
Fenix 8
Galaxy 4/5
Phone
Yes
Yes
Price (USD)
From $1,000.00
From $199.99