Garmin Fenix 5 Plus Sapphire Black w/ Black Band (010-01988-00)
Garmin Fenix 5 Plus Sapphire Black w/ Black Band (010-01988-00)
Model Number: 010-01988-00
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Do you have an old GPS unit lying around? The GPS Nation Trade In and Up program is a great way to trade in your old and used GPS for credit towards a new GPS. The choice is entirely yours! We’ve made the process simple and streamlined. Follow these simple steps, and you will be on your way to receiving credit towards your brand new GPS!
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To get your free quote, provide your GPS type, manufacturer, model, and condition. Within 24 hours, you will receive a quote for the trade-in value of your current product. The GPS trade-in/trade-up form is at the bottom of this page.
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After accepting our offer, pack your product(s) safely and ship them to us using the pre-paid shipping label provided to you. We will provide a confirmation email when your trade-in arrives at our warehouse. You have 30 days from the date you complete your on-line trade to ship the product to GPS Nation.
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Once we receive your product at our warehouse and we validate the stated condition, we will send you a confirmation email. If you elect to receive credit towards a new GPS at gpsnation.com, your store credit will be issued, and you are free to make your purchase.
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In The Box
- fēnix 5 Plus
- Charging/data cable
- Documentation
Manual & Warranty
Trade-In
Do you have an old GPS unit lying around? The GPS Nation Trade In and Up program is a great way to trade in your old and used GPS for credit towards a new GPS. The choice is entirely yours! We’ve made the process simple and streamlined. Follow these simple steps, and you will be on your way to receiving credit towards your brand new GPS!
1. Get a quote
To get your free quote, provide your GPS type, manufacturer, model, and condition. Within 24 hours, you will receive a quote for the trade-in value of your current product. The GPS trade-in/trade-up form is at the bottom of this page.
2. Ship your product(s) for trade
After accepting our offer, pack your product(s) safely and ship them to us using the pre-paid shipping label provided to you. We will provide a confirmation email when your trade-in arrives at our warehouse. You have 30 days from the date you complete your on-line trade to ship the product to GPS Nation.
3. Make your purchase
Once we receive your product at our warehouse and we validate the stated condition, we will send you a confirmation email. If you elect to receive credit towards a new GPS at gpsnation.com, your store credit will be issued, and you are free to make your purchase.
Overview
Garmin Fenix 5 Plus Sapphire Black GPS Smartwatch with Multisport Tracking and Music Storage
Introduction
The Garmin Fenix 5 Plus Sapphire Black (model 010-01988-00) combines professional-grade navigation and fitness tracking in a single wearable designed for serious athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. This multisport smartwatch delivers real-time performance metrics, real-world navigation, and music capabilities without requiring a paired smartphone for core functions. Whether you're trail running at elevation, navigating unfamiliar terrain, or tracking structured training, the Fenix 5 Plus serves as both a reliable navigator and a comprehensive fitness computer strapped to your wrist.
Key Features
- Preloaded full-color TOPO mapping with built-in vector maps for detailed terrain visualization and offline navigation
- Triple-band satellite reception supporting GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo for improved positioning accuracy in dense forests, canyons, and urban environments with 2-4x better coverage than single-band receivers
- Wrist-based optical heart rate monitoring with 95% data accuracy for continuous tracking during sports and rest periods
- Music storage capacity of up to 500 songs with compatible music service integration for offline playback without a phone
- Water resistance rated to 100 meters for swimming, snorkeling, and water sports use
- Advanced training metrics including VO2 Max estimation, training status analysis, and running dynamics (cadence, stride length, ground contact time)
- Garmin Pay contactless payment functionality using NFC technology
Data Insights
Athletes using structured training metrics from advanced watches like the Fenix 5 Plus demonstrate training efficiency improvements of up to 30% compared to those training without data feedback. The watch's heart rate sensor delivers clinical-grade accuracy exceeding 95%, validated across different exercise intensities and skin tones. Users tracking sleep patterns through the device's automatic sleep detection report better recovery insights, with the watch distinguishing between light, deep, and REM sleep phases for actionable recovery recommendations.
Usage Instructions
Begin by pairing the watch with the Garmin Connect app on your smartphone to establish a data sync connection. Download activity profiles that match your sports—the Fenix 5 Plus supports over 100 preloaded activity types including running, cycling, swimming, hiking, and multisport events. Configure training metrics, load music playlists, and set heart rate zones based on your fitness level. During workouts, the watch automatically records distance, pace, elevation, and heart rate; after syncing with Garmin Connect, you'll access detailed analytics, training recommendations, and comparison metrics over time.
Design & Material
The Fenix 5 Plus combines durability with refined aesthetics through industrial-grade materials and thoughtful engineering. The all-black colorway presents a versatile appearance suitable for both trail environments and professional settings, while the reinforced construction ensures reliable operation in extreme conditions.
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal lens with anti-reflective coating for screen clarity in direct sunlight
- Stainless steel and reinforced polymer case construction providing impact resistance and lightweight feel under 200 grams
- QuickFit band system with integrated quick-release mechanism enabling tool-free band swaps in seconds
- 100-meter water resistance rating for immersion in freshwater and saltwater environments
- Customizable watch faces and data fields supporting third-party app integration through Connect IQ platform
- Interchangeable band options in silicone, metal, and leather materials to transition from sports to casual wear
Final Verdict
The Garmin Fenix 5 Plus Sapphire Black stands apart as a workhorse device for serious athletes, outdoor adventurers, and fitness-focused professionals who demand real-time data and reliable navigation without smartphone dependency. Its combination of mapping precision, training analytics, music capability, and genuine durability justifies investment for anyone regularly pursuing multisport training or expedition-grade activities. If you need a smartwatch that functions equally well on a 50-mile trail run and in a downtown business district, the Fenix 5 Plus delivers capability that mainstream fitness watches cannot match.
