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We help you pick your perfect sports watch Garmin Venu 3 aced our testing in our in-depth review, but it might not be the right pick for everyone.
Verdict The Garmin Forerunner 170 makes mostly software upgrades to the mid-range running smartwatch, serving both runners and non-runners well.
Verdict The Garmin Forerunner 970 is a superb running and sports tracking smartwatch, it’s just a shame that the price has gone up a lot and the battery life has dropped a little.
TL;DR: Garmin is the go-to name for running or hiking watches with the Garmin Forerunner 265 the perfect balance between value and features. It’s easy to use, robust, and has some great monitoring tools.
I’ve worn the Garmin Forerunner 265 and it’s making me seriously consider if I still need my Apple Watch 9 despite years of loving owning an Apple Watch.