- Amazon just marked down a bunch of our best-tested Garmin watches up to 57%.
- Some of its most popular models, including the Forerunner, Fenix, and Venu, are all discounted substantially.
- We also highlighted a few non-watch deals from Garmin we particularly love.
WE TEST PLENTY of fitness trackers and smartwatches here at Men’s Health, but when it comes to outdoor enthusiasts, one has regularly stood out in our trials—Garmin. While an Apple Watch or a standard Fitbit can cover the basics, we prefer Garmin watches for more adventurous workouts. Hiking, rock climbing, and trail running all fit under that umbrella, and Garmin’s rugged line of watches fits the bill.
Garmin’s watches do tend to run you a bit more, though, but you get what you pay for. Still, it might not be in everyone’s preferred price range—at least not until today.
Right now, a bunch of editor-tested and approved Garmin smartwatches are up to 57 percent off on Amazon. This includes some of our favorite lines, such as the Fenix, Forerunner, and Instinct. There are some older models on sale, but they’re not markedly different than some of the newer versions we’ve tested.
We outlined some of the best-kept secret deals on Amazon. We’re also not certain how long these discounts will last, so we’d suggest carting now and second-guessing later.
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Best Garmin Deals
Classic Design
Long Battery Life
Garmin Fēnix 7X Pro Solar
Like New
Garmin Epix Gen 2 (Renewed)
Now 57% Off
Best for Beginners
Garmin Venu Sq 2 GPS Smartwatch
Now 33% Off
A Rugged Upgrade
Garmin Fēnix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar
Best for Golf
A Garmin Staple
Built-in LED Flashlight
Ultra-Bright Display
Garmin Garmin Forerunner 265
Super Compact
A Hiking Essential
Best for Cyclists
Garmin Cycling Rearview Radar with Tail Light
By far the best deal of the bunch is $400 off the Garmin Epix Gen 2, which can now be had for $300. The waterproof watch is built with athletes in mind and features a bright AMOLED display and up to 16 days of battery life. One thing to note, though, is that this particular model is refurbished, but Amazon’s Renewed Store has a slew of quality checks (not to mention Amazon’s typical stellar return policy). At this price, it’s worth it.
Another can’t-miss deal comes courtesy of one of our all-time favorite Garmin watch lines in the Fēnix 7X Pro Solar. The watch utilizes a proprietary Power Glass solar charging lens that gives you weeks of battery life without a manual charge. It also features a ton of great fitness data, including an endurance score, a customized morning report, and a training readiness feature to fully optimize your workout.
With greener pastures around the corner—both literally and figuratively—we’re amped up for golf season. Now’s a great time to nab one of our favorite golf watches, the Approach S12, considering it’s nearly 20 percent off and under $200. The S12 features a whopping 30 hours of battery life and comes preloaded with 42,000 courses from around the globe.
And as I previously mentioned, there are a few non-fitness tracker deals worth mentioning. If you’re in the market for a new dash cam (something that’s not a bad idea these days), the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is now 33 percent off on Amazon. It’s ultracompact, easy to set up, and features intuitive voice control. Avid hikers should also consider the Garmin InReach Mini 2, an emergency satellite communicator that serves as a backup device to your phone when you’re in the great outdoors.
Other standout deals include 42 percent off the ultra-durable Fēnix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar, 33 percent off the Venu Sq 2, and 32 percent off the ever-reliable Forerunner 255.
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Tim Kohut is the Deals and Trends Editor for Popular Mechanics, Men’s Health, Best Products, and Runner’s World. He has extensive product review and gear coverage expertise, particularly in tech, home, auto, and health. Tim was previously the Deputy Commerce Editor of The Drive and a Commerce Editor at BGR. He’s also overseen gear coverage and strategy at Popular Science, Bob Vila, Outdoor Life, and Field and Stream. He has a strong affinity for cats, Batman, and early 90’s Nicolas Cage films, in that order.
Ryan Brower is the Senior Gear and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he tests the best products in outdoor gear and tech. Baseball, surfing, and camping occupied most of his time growing up.
He also trained in martial arts for 12 years and holds a third degree black belt. He has written about the outdoors for nearly two decades and was previously the Managing Editor, Content Performance at Gear Patrol. He is also a Certified Beer Server and previously covered the craft beer industry. Ryan currently lives on the water in New Jersey with his wife and their dog.
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