Best 2023 Garmin Smartwatches for cross-platform compatibility

#1 Garmin Vivoactive 5
4.5

Cross-platform support was a clear plus in one comparison-focused review because it works with both Android and iOS.

Pros: value for money, GPS accuracy

Cons: sleep tracking accuracy, recovery insights

#2 Garmin Forerunner 965
4.0

Cross-platform use was positive overall, with Android offering more watch interaction and Apple Health integration appreciated.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: smartwatch features, charging convenience

#3 Garmin Forerunner 265
3.5

Cross-platform support was mixed because Android users get quick replies while iPhone users are more limited.

Pros: battery life, value for money

Cons: mapping and navigation, smartwatch features

#4 Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2)
3.3

Cross-platform compatibility is acceptable but uneven because Android integration is described as better than iPhone integration.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: user interface, fit

#5 Garmin Venu 3
3.3

Cross-platform compatibility is mixed because the watch works with both ecosystems but Android users get better messaging and notification features than iPhone users.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: smartwatch features, smartphone notifications

#6 Garmin vivomove Trend
3.3

Cross-platform compatibility was mixed because notifications worked on both major phone platforms, but message replies were limited to Android.

Pros: style and design, charging convenience

Cons: battery life, charging speed

#7 Garmin Approach S70
2.5

Cross-platform compatibility has a weakness around Apple Health syncing, where one reviewer wanted more imported data.

Pros: display quality, value for money

Cons: charging convenience, smartphone notifications

#8 Garmin fēnix 7X Pro
2.0

Cross-platform compatibility was limited for iPhone use because one reviewer said the Garmin-to-iPhone connection was essentially notifications only.

Pros: battery life, mapping and navigation

Cons: value for money, score tracking