The quatix 8 Pro adds built-in inReach satellite and LTE connectivity, allowing two-way messaging, voice calls without a phone, LiveTrack location sharing, weather updates, and interactive SOS through the Garmin Response coordination center. It also features a brighter AMOLED display (up to 2,000 nits), a louder speaker, and an enhanced Boat Mode that surfaces marine controls when on the water. The Pro is available in 47 mm only and is priced at $1,299.99, compared to the standard quatix 8 at $1,199.99 (47 mm) or $1,299.99 (51 mm). The tradeoff is slightly reduced battery life (15 days vs. 16 days in smartwatch mode) due to the additional satellite and LTE radios. An active Garmin inReach subscription is required for satellite and LTE features, starting at $7.99 per month.

Yes. Satellite messaging, LTE voice calls, LiveTrack, and weather updates require an active Garmin inReach subscription. Plans start at $7.99 per month with additional per-use charges depending on the plan tier. The activation fee is waived for quatix 8 Pro. Coverage varies by region: LTE is widely available in the U.S. and parts of Europe, while satellite messaging via the Skylo network covers the continental U.S., most of Europe, and parts of Canada — up to approximately 50 miles offshore. Alaska, Hawaii, and high-latitude regions above 65°N are not currently supported by satellite.

Yes. The quatix 8 Pro has built-in LTE connectivity that enables phone-free voice calls and text messaging when connected to an LTE network, without needing your smartphone nearby. When LTE is unavailable, the watch can fall back to satellite for two-way text messaging, though voice calls require LTE. An active Garmin inReach subscription is required for both LTE and satellite communication.

Yes. The quatix 8 Pro is dive-rated to 40 meters and meets the EN 13319 standard for dive instruments. It features leakproof metal buttons and a metal sensor guard to protect the watch during submerged activities. Built-in support for scuba and apnea diving includes dive logging, depth tracking, and ascent rate alerts. The 10 ATM water rating covers swimming, snorkeling, and recreational diving.

The quatix 8 Pro includes comprehensive marine tools: chartplotter voice control via the built-in speaker and microphone, boat data streaming (depth, engine RPM, wind, speed, temperature), autopilot control, Fusion audio remote, Force trolling motor remote, waypoint marking, anchor drag and tide change alerts, sail racing tools (tack assist, regatta timer, virtual starting line), and BlueChart g3 coastal chart support. The enhanced Boat Mode surfaces marine apps on the watch face while on the water and hides them on land. All marine-connected features require pairing with compatible Garmin marine hardware.

The quatix 8 Pro and fēnix 8 Pro share the same core hardware platform, including the AMOLED display, titanium bezel, Elevate Gen 5 HR sensor with ECG, multi-band GNSS with SatIQ, LED flashlight, speaker and microphone, and inReach satellite plus LTE connectivity. The key difference is the quatix 8 Pro adds dedicated marine software: Boat Mode, chartplotter voice control, boat data streaming, autopilot and trolling motor remote, sailing race tools, anchor and tide alerts, and BlueChart g3 chart support. If you spend time on the water, the quatix 8 Pro provides marine tools that are not available on the fēnix 8 Pro. Both watches are priced at $1,299.99 and are available in 47 mm.

The quatix 8 Pro uses 22 mm QuickFit bands, making it compatible with the full range of Garmin QuickFit 22 mm accessories, including silicone, nylon, leather, and titanium options. The included Captain Blue or Black silicone band fits wrist circumferences from approximately 125 mm to 208 mm.