Why Does the fēnix 5 Plus Have an Increased Battery Drain After Updating Software

We have identified a possible issue with Bluetooth software version 6.06 for the fēnix® 5 Plus watch series which may cause additional battery drain for some users. This has been resolved in a software update. To update you watch, see Installing the Latest Software On Your Fitness Device

If you are experiencing higher battery drain than normal, refer to this article “How to Improve the Garmin fēnix 5 Plus and fēnix 5s Plus Battery Life” for tips on conserving battery. In addition, we currently have a beta software and if you are interested in trying it out see our fēnix 5 Plus Forums page.