Garmin quatix® 8 – Sailing GPS Smartwatch, AMOLED
The Garmin quatix® 8 is a premium marine smartwatch designed for sailors, cruisers, and water-sports enthusiasts who want advanced navigation, vessel integration, and all-day smart functionality in one elegant package. It combines Garmin’s proven marine technology with a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen display, rugged build quality, and extended battery life, making it equally capable on deck, underwater, or ashore.
Core Features and Benefits
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Brilliant AMOLED Display – Exceptional clarity and colour, even in bright sunlight. The display automatically dims or times out to optimise battery performance and prevent image persistence.
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Rugged, Marine-Ready Build – Water-rated to 10 ATM and compliant with EN13319 for diving up to 100 m, with barometric depth sensing for underwater use.
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Integrated Marine Connectivity – Wirelessly connects to Garmin chartplotters, autopilots, Fusion® audio systems, trolling motors, and more. You can:
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Control your autopilot directly from the watch.
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Stream real-time boat data, mark waypoints, or trigger chartplotter functions remotely.
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Use Boat Command voice control or the MFD Remote app for quick access to vessel functions.
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Dedicated Sailing Tools – Includes Tack Assist, Race Timer, Man Overboard (MOB), and Anchor Drag Alarm. Tack Assist uses GPS-based course data to indicate lifts or headers when racing.
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Comprehensive Activity & Health Tracking – Monitors heart rate, stress, sleep, and energy levels (Body Battery™), with dedicated sport profiles for sailing, swimming, running, cycling, and diving.
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Safety and Tracking – Features incident detection, assistance alerts, and LiveTrack via Garmin Connect™ for safety both onshore and offshore.
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Smart Features for Everyday Use – Includes Garmin Pay™, onboard music storage, smartphone notifications, and Connect IQ™ apps.
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Multi-GNSS with SatIQ™ Technology – Provides high-precision positioning while conserving power.
Specifications
| Specification |
quatix® 8 – 47 mm |
quatix® 8 – 51 mm |
| Display Size |
1.3″ AMOLED |
1.4″ AMOLED |
| Battery Life (Smartwatch mode) |
Up to 16 days (gesture) / 7 days (always on) |
Up to 29 days (gesture) / 13 days (always on) |
| Battery Life (GPS only) |
Up to 47 hours (gesture) / 37 hours (always on) |
Up to 84 hours (gesture) / 65 hours (always on) |
| Battery Life (Expedition GPS) |
Up to 17 days |
Up to 31 days |
| Water Rating |
10 ATM / Dive (EN13319) |
10 ATM / Dive (EN13319) |
| Case Diameter |
47 mm |
51 mm |
| Construction |
Stainless steel or titanium |
Titanium with sapphire crystal (depending on variant) |
| Weight |
Lighter, more compact |
Larger battery, longer endurance |
47 mm vs 51 mm – Key Differences
| Feature |
47 mm |
51 mm |
| Fit and Form |
Ideal for smaller wrists; more traditional watch feel |
Larger display for enhanced chart and data visibility |
| Battery Capacity |
Excellent |
Extended (+80% runtime vs 47 mm) |
| Weight |
Lightweight for everyday wear |
Slightly heavier, premium titanium reduces this |
| Target User |
Sailors prioritising comfort and compactness |
Offshore and powerboat users needing maximum endurance |
Summary
The Garmin quatix® 8 bridges the gap between smartwatch convenience and marine instrumentation precision. Whether you’re racing, cruising, or exploring ashore, it delivers seamless control of boat systems, advanced sailing analytics, and comprehensive health tracking — all on a brilliant, sunlight-readable AMOLED display.
Choose the 47 mm model for a sleeker, lighter fit, or the 51 mm model for maximum battery life and display visibility — both built to perform flawlessly in the most demanding marine environments.
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