Want to track runs, sleep and daily activity without paying flagship-watch money? These four picks range from a slim tracker to GPS running watches, so you can match the watch to how you actually train.
Illustrative imageGarmin Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch
The Garmin Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch is an entry-to-mid level GPS running watch with a vivid AMOLED screen and Garmin's training guidance built in. It is designed for new and improving runners who want reliable pace and distance, structured workout suggestions and…
- AMOLED display
- Battery life
- Running metrics
- Training guidance
Illustrative imageGarmin vivoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch
The Garmin vivoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch is an all-round health and fitness watch with a bright AMOLED screen, built-in GPS and far longer battery life than most mainstream smartwatches. It suits people who exercise several times a week across different activities and…
- AMOLED touchscreen
- Battery life
- Built-in GPS
- Sports apps
Illustrative imageGoogle Fitbit Versa 4
The Google Fitbit Versa 4 is a lightweight fitness smartwatch with a square AMOLED display, built-in GPS and Fitbit's approachable wellness tracking. It suits people who want a larger, watch-style screen than a band offers while keeping multi-day battery life and a…
- AMOLED touchscreen
- Battery life
- Built-in GPS
- Exercise modes
Illustrative imageGoogle Fitbit Charge 6
The Google Fitbit Charge 6 is a fitness band that packs built-in GPS and several Google services into a slim tracker body. It is aimed at people who want more serious workout tracking than a basic band offers but still prefer something…
- Built-in GPS
- AMOLED colour touchscreen
- Battery life
- Heart rate tools
How to choose
- GPS: built-in GPS records pace and distance without your phone. It matters most for runners and cyclists.
- Battery: trackers usually last longer than full smartwatches. Check the brand’s rated days, and expect less with GPS on.
- Subscriptions: some brands keep part of their health insights behind a paid plan. The full details page for each pick says what to check.
- Phone compatibility: confirm the watch works with your phone before you buy.
How we picked
We compare specifications and listing details; we do not lab-test products, and nothing here is medical advice. Price ranges are approximate and change daily, so always confirm the current price on the retailer before you buy.
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