From WIRED · Harry Rabinowitz · · 1m 10s
Garmin watches under $300 are on sale now
Three solid Garmin fitness watches are discounted over 20 percent, making premium wearables affordable for first-time buyers.
In brief
Three solid Garmin fitness watches are discounted over 20 percent, making premium wearables affordable for first-time buyers. Garmin's Vivoactive 5, Forerunner 165, and Venu 3 are all discounted by over 20 percent, bringing entry-level models below two hundred dollars. Originally reported by WIRED.
Garmin watches drop below $200
Garmin's entry-level fitness watches are over 20 percent off right now. The Vivoactive 5 and Forerunner 165 are both available for less than two hundred dollars, making premium wearables affordable for first-time buyers.
Vivoactive 5: 34 percent off at $198
The Vivoactive 5 launched in 2023 and includes fitness metrics, Body Battery energy scoring, sleep coaching, and stress tracking. It is small, lightweight, and sleeker than Garmin's outdoor-focused models.
Forerunner 165: best value for runners
The Forerunner 165 has a bright touchscreen, five-button control, and up to 11 days of battery life.
Venu 3: premium features at $299
The Venu 3 from 2023 has a stainless steel bezel, built-in speakers and microphones for calls, and Garmin's latest Elevate 5 heart rate sensor with ECG capability for more accurate health data.
Here's the gist
Garmin's Vivoactive 5, Forerunner 165, and Venu 3 are all discounted by over 20 percent, bringing entry-level models below two hundred dollars.
