The best Prime Day smartwatch deals, as picked by an outdoor enthusiast

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Amazon Prime Day in October is here, sending gadget geeks into a frenzy — and for a good reason. This shopping event is an excellent opportunity to save money on rugged adventure Garmin watches and other excellent fitness trackers with GPS navigation and outdoor-oriented features. But exactly which Prime Day smartwatch deal is really worth it? With all the discounts lasting for two days only, there is not much time to dive into product research.

That is where we step in. We are continuously browsing the sales, comparing prices and bringing you only the offers that we would happily invest in ourselves. You can trust us here — as fitness experts with a huge passion for hiking, we have tried and tested multiple outdoor watches over the years, and know first-hand which products should take pride of place on your wrist. These are the best deals to snap up this Prime Day sale.

Where to find the Prime Day smartwatch deals

Best Prime Day smartwatch deals

Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar
Best deal
Save 32% ($317.26)
Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar: was $999.99 now $682.73 at Amazon

Save 32% on the ultra-premium 51 mm Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar. It is an absolute treat for outdoor enthusiasts, and for this price, it blows every other smartwatch here out of the water.

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Apple Watch Ultra 2
Best for iPhone users
Save 19% ($150)
Apple Watch Ultra 2: was $799 now $649 at Amazon

Save $150 on the premium Apple Watch Ultra 2, the ultimate adventure smartwatch for iPhone users. We absolutely loved the previous model, so it is safe to say this one may be even better.

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Garmin Forerunner 255 Music
Best mid-range running watch
Save 6% ($25.04)
Garmin Forerunner 255 Music: was $399.99 now $374.95 at Amazon

Save 6% on the Garmin Forerunner 255 Music, a great mid-range for running pros who need a reliable fitness tracker with plenty of music storage.

Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition
Best premium smartwatch
Save 25% ($250)
Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition: was $999.99 now $749.99 at Amazon

Save $250 on the one and only Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition, a more durable and technologically advanced version of our favorite Garmin Epix 2. Lowest-ever price.

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Garmin  Instinct 2
Great for triathletes
Save 19% ($56.75)
Garmin Instinct 2: was $299.99 now $243.24 at Amazon

Save 19% on the Garmin Instinct 2, a rugged GPS smartwatch with up to 28 days of battery life and robust tracking features, an excellent mid-range pick for triathletes.

Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar
Last chance to buy
Save 40% ($360)
Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar: was $899.99 now $539.99 at Best Buy

Save $360 on the ultra-durable Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar, a larger version of the Garmin Fenix 7, one of the best solar-powered smartwatches we tested.

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Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar
Best solar-powered
Save 32% ($288)
Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar: was $899.99 now $611.99 at Amazon

Save 32% on the ultra-premium Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar. With a built-in flashlight and solar charging, this smartwatch is a must-have for professional outdoor explorers.

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Amazfit T-Rex 3
Best on a budget
Save 14% ($39.94)
Amazfit T-Rex 3: was $279.99 now $240.05 at Amazon

Save 14% on the Amazfit T-Rex 3, one of the best GPS smartwatches on the more affordable end of the spectrum, and our favorite budget swimming watch.

Amazfit Balance
Best for recovery
Save 25% ($50)
Amazfit Balance: was $199.99 now $149.99 at Amazon

Save 25% on the Amazfit Balance, the best option overall in our guide to the best fitness trackers. Excellent budget alternative to heavy-duty Garmin watches, and a great wellness wearable.

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Amazfit Active
Best under $100
Save 32% ($35)
Amazfit Active: was $109.99 now $74.99 at Amazon

Save 32% on the Amazfit Active, our favorite budget smartwatch. While not the most durable or powerful, this unassuming wearable delivers plenty of value for less than $75.

Garmin Forerunner 945
Best for runners
Save 47% ($279.99)
Garmin Forerunner 945: was $599.99 now $320 at Walmart

Save $279 on one of the best Garmin watches for runners and triathletes. The stylish and durable Forerunner 945 is comfortable to wear and packed with advanced tracking features, but it does not cost the earth like the Enduro 2 and other premium models.

Read our full Garmin Forerunner 945 review (★★★★½)

Price check: Amazon $299

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Anna Gora
Health Writer

Anna Gora is a health writer at Live Science, having previously worked across Coach, Fit&Well, T3, TechRadar and Tom's Guide. She is a certified personal trainer, nutritionist and health coach with nearly 10 years of professional experience. Anna holds a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, a Master’s degree in Nutrition, Physical Activity & Public Health from the University of Bristol, as well as various health coaching certificates. She is passionate about empowering people to live a healthy lifestyle and promoting the benefits of a plant-based diet.

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