A smart running watch is a fixture among fitness enthusiasts, and Garmin leads the pack with its bevy of watches geared up with intelligent activity tracking and health insights. While that tech certainly does not come cheap, tons of our most recommended Garmin smartwatches dropped in price during the brand’s holiday sale.
From beginners to serious athletes, people of all skill levels can find a match from any of the dozen or so discounted models. That includes up to 35% off wearables like the streamlined Lily 2, which tracks bike rides and hikes, as well as the Underscored-tested Epix Pro for hardcore runners, swimmers or multisport athletes.
As professional product testers, we’ve tried our fair share of Garmin watches, so our editors rounded up all the best deals on those popular gadgets ahead. Check the rest of the markdowns matched at Amazon and Best Buy.
Hitting its lowest price ever on Amazon, the Venus 3S takes one of our favorite Garmin watches and rolls out an upgraded screen plus microphones and speakers for two-way comms. All of its sleek, neutral bands are now on sale for 22% off. Read our review of the previous-generation Garmin Venu 2 Plus at the link below.
Compared to popular watches like the Apple Watch Ultra, the Garmin Epix Pro held its own with unmatched features like extended battery life and long-lasting GPS support. Plus, its bright display impressed in different lighting and environmental conditions. It just hit its record-low price — 25% off — at Amazon and Garmin.
Ranked as one of our go-to fitness trackers, Garmin’s Fenix 7 Pro Solar caters to folks who enjoy a bit of everything. The versatile accessory tracks everything from runs, bike rides and hikes to trail runs, snowboarding and volleyball. While its price would typically be a caveat for us, nothing is holding us back with this impressive seasonal discount.
Garmin's Forerunner line was equally impressive when we tested the best fitness trackers. It lacks the bells and whistles of the Fenix line, but it makes up for it with its reliable battery life. Plus, the tracker provides helpful insights when training for 5Ks and marathons.
No need to sacrifice style for function. As Garmin's most fashionable wearable yet, the Lily 2 adopts a slimmer build complete with pretty watch bands in tan, cream and brown hues. It's great if you like the basics without the bulky design, not to mention it's one of the most affordable pieces we've spotted on sale.
Dive deeper into your health with this svelte smartwatch's automatic nap detection, sleep scoring, personalized sleep coaching and heart rate monitoring. All four of its colors — Cream, Slate, Metallic Navy and Metallic Orchid — are bottoming out at a historically low $200.
A bit more rugged around the edges, the Instinct 2 watch is designed to withstand your toughest adventures. It's equipped with a solar charging lens to help keep your battery running longer while outdoors. With up to 33% off, its training features, built-in flashlight and wellness monitoring sensors are fit for the outdoorsy types in your life.
Why we consider these deals worth shopping
Among all the early Black Friday sales we’ve been meticulously tracking, the Garmin Holiday Sale leaps to the top. Case in point: Many of its bestsellers hit their lowest prices ever weeks out from Thanksgiving. According to our experts who have personally tested many of the above picks, Garmin watches make some of the best gifts for fitness lovers. So, as you check off your holiday shopping, there’s truly no better time to score a Garmin watch than now while these coveted models are hundreds of dollars off.
Why trust CNN Underscored
Underscored editor Jacqueline Saguin regularly searches for the best deals for our readers’ wallets. Today, she spotted the Garmin Holiday Sale while browsing the internet for early Black Friday deals. Saguin cross-checked historical pricing with our experts’ top-tested picks, vetting this roundup herself so you can rest assured you’re securing a good deal on a quality pick.
Jacqueline Saguin is the deals editor for CNN Underscored based in NYC. She covers all the best deals for your wallet as well as the latest product launches.
