● Garmin Watches with NFC Payment (Garmin Pay)
Here are the main Garmin smartwatch models that support NFC payments at EFT terminals:
Fenix Series
- Fenix 8 series
- Fenix 7, 7S, 7X (including Pro versions)
- Fenix 6, 6S, 6X (including Pro versions)
- Fenix 5 Plus series
Forerunner Series
- Forerunner 965, 955
- Forerunner 265, 255 (including Music variants)
- Forerunner 165
- Forerunner 945, 745
- Forerunner 645, 645 Music
Venu Series
- Venu 3, 3S
- Venu 2, 2S, 2 Plus
- Venu, Venu Sq (Music editions)
Vivoactive Series
- Vivoactive 5
- Vivoactive 4, 4S
- Vivoactive 3, 3 Music
MARQ Collection
- All MARQ models (Driver, Aviator, Captain, Expedition, Athlete, Commander, Adventurer, Golfer)
Other
- Instinct 2S (rugged option with NFC)
- Enduro 2
- Epix series
Key notes:
- Works at any contactless/NFC payment terminal
- No phone or internet connection needed at point of sale
- Requires initial setup via Garmin Connect app with a supported bank
For the definitive list, check https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=yhjgWHnUPr7ij5geQPCsE9.
Sources:
- https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=yhjgWHnUPr7ij5geQPCsE9
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