Best Garmin deals: Save money on a new smartwatch

garmin venu sq 2 being tested by contributor Andrew Williams — (Image credit: Andrew Williams)

Garmin is undoubtedly one of the industry leaders in high-tech smartwatches and GPS-tracking systems, and in our opinion Garmin wearables are some of the most technologically advanced and sophisticated smartwatches on the market. If you take them out on the trail and take advantage of the rugged features, they are a hiker's best friend thanks to built-in satellite-tracking GPS technology and solar-charging.

Garmin allows you to leave your phone at home while out training, with features like messaging and music to keep you busy and an excellent battery life. The best Garmin watches are able to track multiple types of sports and physical activity, from swimming to cycling, and diving to golf. They monitor biological statistics such as heart rate, pulse, oxygen levels, sleep, steps and more too. Read on to find the best deals on our favorite Garmin watches.

Which Garmin smartwatch is right for you?

Garmin is a leader in GPS technology, and its range of fitness devices offer everything from running, cycling and swimming to golfing, skiing and climbing. These smartwatches come with built-in activity trackers and sensors that allow them to monitor your health and fitness levels, including your heart rate, sleep patterns and even your moods. And if you're looking for something a bit more specialised, there are also dedicated GPS units available for golf, fishing and other outdoor pursuits.

If you're looking for a smartwatch that will help you stay motivated throughout your workout, the Garmin Fenix 6 Pro Solar is the best choice. It comes with all the usual fitness tracking features like GPS, heart rate monitor, swim tracking and sleep monitoring, plus it also has built-in music storage. You can even download apps directly onto the watch itself, making it easier than ever to track your progress and get motivation from your wrist.

The Garmin Instinct Solar is an affordable fitness tracker that you can wear all day long. It features a built-in battery and a solar panel that charges your device while you're out running around town. It tracks steps taken, calories burned, distance traveled, active minutes, and sleep quality. You can customize your activity goals and sync them with social networks like Facebook and Twitter. It also includes a heart rate monitor and a blood oxygen sensor.

The Garmin Venu Sq Music isn't your average fitness tracker. It doesn't just track steps like other fitness trackers, but instead also focuses on providing accurate distance and speed during outdoor activities. We love that it includes a built-in speaker and microphone for voice commands, making it perfect for running, cycling and open water swimming. It's waterproof up to 50 meters, so you can wear it while working out in the gym or taking a shower. It's a cheaper option than the Garmin Venu, but has a lot of the same fitness tracker and smartwatch features, from GPS and heart rate monitoring to a Pulse Ox sensor.

Still undecided if a Garmin deal is the right fit for you? Why not check out our best Fitbit guide for more options, as well as our guide to the best running headphones.

Sam Hopes is a level III fitness trainer, level II reiki practitioner, and resident fitness writer at Future PLC. Having trained to work with both the mind and body, Sam is a big advocate of using mindfulness techniques in sport and aims to bring mental wellbeing to the forefront of fitness. She’s also passionate about the fundamentals of training and how we can build more sustainable training methods. You’ll find her writing about the importance of habit-building, nutrition, sleep, recovery, and workouts.

With contributions from

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