The 7 Best Garmin Watches, Tested by Our Fitness and Tech...

What’s Happening

Not gonna lie, Garmin has a watch for every type of athlete and budget.

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. (wild, right?)

He also trained in martial arts for 12 years and holds a third degree black belt.

The Details

He has written about the outdoors for nearly two decades and was before the Managing Editor, Content Performance at Gear Patrol. He is also a Certified Beer Server and before covered the craft beer industry.

Ryan rn lives on the water in New Jersey with his wife and their dog. Brandon Russell is a freelance writer covering gear and technology.

Why This Matters

He kicked off his journey as a news writer at a small newspaper and later began reviewing smartphones, movies, and video games. In his free time, he enjoys the slower, more intentional experience of using a 35mm film camera and making short videos about movies he grew up watching. Best OverallBest ValueBest Battery LifeBest for Casual RunnersBest for GolfersBrands like Whoop, OURA, and Apple offer some of the best fitness trackers available, but Garmin watches remain the go-to for serious athletes and outdoor enthusiasts.

Health experts are weighing in on what this means for people.

Key Takeaways

• The current Garmin lineup is more strong than ever, from entry-level running watches to premium expedition-ready models that cost upwards of $1,000.
• Several models come with full-color topographic maps, military-grade durability, and hardcore activity-specific metrics.

The Bottom Line

The current Garmin lineup is more strong than ever, from entry-level running watches to premium expedition-ready models that cost upwards of $1,000. Several models come with full-color topographic maps, military-grade durability, and hardcore activity-specific metrics.

What’s your take on this whole situation?