Best Garmin products in the Smartwatches category

On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Garmin products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.

1. Garmin Forerunner 255 Music

Sports watch. Main areas of use: Fitness, Running, Triathlon, Yoga. Connectivity options: ANT, Bluetooth. Smart features: Find my phone function, contactless payment, music control, smartphone notifications, alarm clock, weather. Touchscreen: No, Color display: Yes, GPS: Integrated GPS, Compass: Yes, Altimeter: Barometric. Integrated heart rate monitor: Yes, Pulse oximeter: Yes. Band size: For wrist circumferences of 130 to 205 mm. Battery life: Smartwatch mode: Up to 14 days, GNSS mode with GPS only: Up to 30 hours, GNSS mode with all systems and music: Up to 6.5 hours, GNSS mode with all systems: Up to 25 hours, GNSS mode with all systems and multiband: Up to 16 hours. Garmin. The Garmin brand is known for its GPS navigation devices. Garmin was founded in 1989 by Gary Burrell and Dr. Min Kao. The combination of the founders' names results in the company name Garmin. The products are particularly characterized by being developed and produced in-house. The company has three production facilities in Taiwan. With many engineers employed by the company, Garmin possesses strong technical expertise and can thus ensure high standards as well as consistent development and improvement of its products. 

2. Garmin vivoactive 6

The Garmin vívoactive 6 is a versatile GPS smartwatch designed specifically for sports and fitness enthusiasts. With a built-in heart rate monitor and pulse oximeter, it offers comprehensive health monitoring. The watch supports a variety of sports, including running, yoga, swimming, and strength training, making it ideal for anyone looking to achieve their fitness goals. The 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen provides a clear and user-friendly display, while connectivity options via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ANT+ allow for seamless integration with smartphones. The smartwatch also offers practical features such as calendar reminders, music control, and smartphone notifications to simplify daily life. With a battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode and 17 hours in GPS mode, the Garmin vívoactive 6 is a reliable companion for active lifestyles.

- Integrated GPS for precise location tracking
- Versatile sports modes for various activities
- Smartphone notifications for a connected experience
- Pulse oximeter for monitoring oxygen saturation
- Waterproof for swimming activities.
 

Garmin vivoactive 6 (42.20 mm, WLAN only)
Smartwatches
EUR294,78

Garmin vivoactive 6

42.20 mm, WLAN only

3. Garmin Forerunner 165

Get ready for your first running goals with the Forerunner 165 from Garmin. Track your speed, distance, and heart rate on the brilliant AMOLED touchscreen. Get motivated by the Garmin Coach or daily training recommendations based on your previous activity and health data. The training effect helps you understand the benefits of your activity, and the recovery time advises you on when you're ready for your next workout. This way, you can get closer to your goals step by step.

In addition to training, the Forerunner 165 also supports you in your daily life. Receive useful feedback on sleep, additional health features, as well as a weather forecast and upcoming appointments in the Morning Report. With smart features like Garmin Pay and Smart Notifications, along with a battery life of up to 11 days, you have the ideal companion on your wrist.
 

4. Garmin vivoactive 5

Know the real you - with the vívoactive 5. With this fitness smartwatch, you will learn more about your body than ever before, and you'll have a coach for your individual needs always by your side. Innovative fitness and health features enable detailed analysis of activities, sleep, stress, and more. The daily Morning Report provides you with the essential information to kickstart your day and shows you how to improve your fitness effectively. Over 30 sports and outdoor apps, along with training plans featuring text instructions, help you stay active. Extensive smart features keep you up-to-date: receive smart notifications and calendar events, make contactless payments with Garmin Pay, or enjoy your favorite playlists directly through the smartwatch. All of this comes with an outstanding battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode. 

Garmin vivoactive 5 (42.20 mm, WLAN only)
Smartwatches
EUR229,–

Garmin vivoactive 5

42.20 mm, WLAN only

5. Garmin Venu 3S

The Venu 3S is a versatile sports watch and smartwatch that is perfect for fitness enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. With a sturdy stainless steel case and a 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, it offers a clear and vibrant display. The watch boasts an impressive battery life of up to 10 days in smartwatch mode and supports fast charging. It comes with over 30 pre-installed sports apps, including running, yoga, and HIIT, and provides animated workouts as well as training plans through the Garmin Connect app. The Venu 3S offers comprehensive health tracking, sleep analysis, and smart features like Garmin Pay and a music player for offline streaming.

Highlights:
- 24/7 health tracking including Body Battery, stress level, and Pulse Ox
- Connected features such as smart notifications and emergency assistance
- Waterproof up to 5 ATM and compatible with the Garmin Connect app and Connect IQ Store.
 

6. Garmin fenix 7X Solar

Unbeatably versatile. 7 days a week with a GPS multisport smartwatch. Its robust design accompanies you to new best performances. The Power Glass with solar-powered lens provides extra endurance. Control your activities intuitively as never before: classically via buttons or via touch. Physiological measurements and the Stamina residual energy display help you to optimally schedule your training. The latest navigation features and international maps show you the way precisely - even when skiing or golfing. And with Garmin Pay, Garmin Music and more, you can move smartly through everyday life. 

7. Garmin Forerunner 55

With this user-friendly GPS running watch, nothing stands in the way of your first athletic successes. Numerous features help you get closer to your goals step by step. Track your run and monitor how far, how fast, and where you have run thanks to integrated satellite systems. With personalized training recommendations, you leave nothing to chance in your daily workouts. This lightweight and comfortable smartwatch is the perfect companion to balance your sports and everyday life. Whether you're completing a 5K run or sweating it out during HIIT training, the sporty silicone strap offers ultimate wearing comfort. Record where you run and receive accurate statistics, including distance, pace, and intervals. This way, you can see exactly where you were after your workout. Get dynamic pace suggestions based on the route profile and your planned strategy to adjust your effort to your goals at any time. When you're on the go, your Forerunner 55 tracks your step count, intensity minutes, and much more. Find out if you have a calm, balanced, or strenuous day. Receive relaxation reminders to perform a short breathing exercise. This feature uses chronological age, resting heart rate, and other factors to calculate whether your body is younger or older than you. After all, age is just a number. 

8. Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED 45mm

Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED: The powerful GPS sports watch with a vibrant color display. The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED is the watch for adventurers who want to make no compromises on performance and style. With its vivid color display and rugged design, it is ready for any outdoor adventure, whether on the trail or in the water. GPS-based features, precise fitness measurements, and elevation tracking help you push your limits further. Experience your challenges with a watch that is resilient and always supports you with clear data.

Features:
Display:
- Technology: AMOLED
- Size: 3.0 cm (1.2")
- Resolution: 390 x 390 pixels

Operation / Sensors:
- Side buttons
- Accelerometer
- Heart rate sensor

Functions:
- Altitude measurement
- Calorie consumption measurement
- Sleep monitoring
- Heart rate measurement
- Step counter
- Alarm
- Timer
- Weather
- Distance measurement

Power:
- Lithium-ion battery
- Max. runtime: 18 days

Dimensions:
- Black silicone strap
- Black case
- Wrist circumference: 137 - 204 mm
- Dimensions: 45 x 45 x 14.9 mm
- Weight: 53 g

This product is not a medical device and is not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases.
 

9. Garmin Lily 2

Stylish – and surprisingly different. Hidden touch display, elegantly patterned dial – just tap to activate a bright display.

Stylish around the clock. Up to 5
days of battery life provide a more complete picture of your health.

Suitable for every style. Fits every look. Available with a metal case and leather, nylon, or silicone bands.

Get to know your body better. Heart rate, Body Battery™, sleep score, women's health.

Compact, stylish design. This fashion smartwatch complements any outfit. The metal case enhances the elegantly patterned dial. Just tap once or raise your arm to activate the bright touch display of the Lily 2. Choose from various 14mm quick-release bands, including silicone, nylon, or Italian leather.

Body Battery™. View your body's energy reserves throughout the day. This way, you know when your body has enough energy and is ready for activities or when it is exhausted and needs to recover with restful sleep.

Sleep analysis with sleep score. Get a rating for your sleep quality and insights with suggestions for improvement. Track your different sleep stages as well as data on heart rate, stress, Pulse Ox, and breathing.

Fitness features and sports apps. When you're on the go, the Lily 2 tracks your step count, calorie burn, intensity minutes, and more. Over 15 motivating activities help you stay fit, meditate, and even dance.

Connected GPS. Connect to the GPS of your compatible smartphone to accurately track your location during walks, hikes, and outdoor runs.
 

10. Garmin Venu 2

This sports watch from Garmin with GPS connectivity helps you take care of your body and mind with advanced health monitoring features such as heart rate, sleep, energy and stress levels, as well as pulse oxygen saturation. To stay in shape, choose from over 25 built-in sports. Train to the beat of your favorite music, which is stored directly on your wrist, so you don’t need to use your phone (in conjunction with separately available wireless earbuds). The Venu 2 features a 45 mm watch face and adapts to your style, offering a wide range of colors. It boasts a beautiful, ultra-bright AMOLED display and a long battery life of up to 11 days in connected mode with fast charging.