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Time is Running Out For Deals on Apple, Samsung, and Garmin Smartwatches: Save Up to $150
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The first Apple Watch may have been met with skepticism when it was first unveiled in 2015, but with the release of the Apple Watch Series 10 this week, it’s clear that wearables aren’t going anywhere. While it has led the pack, the Apple Watch is far from the only option, particularly if you don’t want to be locked into Apple’s ecosystem. Brands like Samsung, Garmin, and Fitbit offer plenty of variety in design and features. With the new Apple Watch hitting shelves, several smartwatches are going on sale, and we’ve rounded up the best deals of the week.
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The market is crowded, so it helps to know what you’ll likely use a smartwatch for. Garmin is known for its rugged watches, which are particularly popular with hikers, and tech-focused companies like Apple and Samsung make wearables that integrate easily with phones and other tech. Fitbit’s health-focused watches can be a good option, given their comparatively lower price.
What Are the Best Smartwatch Deals?
The best smartwatch deals overall will be on last-generation smartwatches — think the Apple Watch Series 9 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 — but you can still find occasional deals on current models, too. Read on for our top picks for the best smartwatch deals.
SAVE $150
Apple Watch Series 9 [GPS + Cellular]
$379 $529 28% off
The GPS + Cellular version of the Apple Watch Series 9 is a substantial $150 off, dropping the price to $379. If you find yourself needing to send messages or make a call without your iPhone nearby, the cellular-enabled Series 9 offers that capability. The Series 9 is also packed with health features like blood oxygen monitoring, workout modes, and sleep monitoring. It also has 50 meters of water resistance and is designed to have a durable, crack-resistant screen.
SAVE $100
Apple Watch Series 9 [GPS]
$299.00 $399.00 25% off
If you don’t need cellular coverage built-in, Apple’s Series 9 with GPS is also on sale for $300, a savings of $100. While the watch doesn’t have cellular coverage, it does have GPS built-in, making it easy to use for navigation on the trails or while traveling.
SAVE $100
Garmin Forerunner 965
$499.99 $600.00 17% off
Designed with athletes in mind, the Garmin Forerunner 965 tracks training, sleep, and recovery to make the most of your workouts, and the watch even suggests workouts, acting as a wrist-sized fitness coach. Athletes making the switch from a G-Shock or Ironman will be pleased to find a familiar layout of five physical buttons, but it also has a touchscreen. With GPS off, the battery can last up to 23 days. Typically $600, it’s now $100 off for a limited time.
SAVE $80
Garmin Venu 2
$319.93 $400 20% off
If you’re looking for a more basic Garmin, the Venu 2 is discounted to $320. It includes preloaded workouts to maximize your training, and it can pair with Android and Apple phones for easy access to texts and calls. The watch has up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode or up to 22 hours in GPS mode.
SAVE $120
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic Smart Watch
$329.99 $449.99 27% off
Apple hasn’t shied away from making smartwatches that look like smartwatches, but Samsung’s Galaxy Watch6 Classic leans into classic horology, with a physically rotating bezel and a stylish stainless steel case. The bezel isn’t just for show — it makes it easy to toggle apps on the screen. The watch comes with a synthetic leather band, which is easy to swap out without any tools. The wearable features fitness and sleep tracking as well as heart-rate monitoring.
SAVE $50
Galaxy Watch Ultra
$599 $650.00 8% off
The Galaxy Watch Ultra features a rugged, titanium build with a sport-inspired aesthetic. It has the largest battery of any of Samsung’s watches, Built for the outdoors, it has 10ATM water resistance, making it suitable for swimming. The watch utilizes AI to enhance features like fitness and sleep tracking. The discount is modest, but if you’ve had your eye on Samsung’s most premium smartwatch, now might be the best time to buy.
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