Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia is the Tom’s Guide editorial lead for all things smartwatches, fitness trackers and outdoor gear. With 15 years of experience as a consumer technology journalist testing everything from Oura Rings to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In the past year alone, Dan has assessed major product releases from the likes of Apple, Garmin, Google, Samsung, Polar and many others.
An avid outdoor adventurer, Dan is based in the U.S. Pacific Northwest where he takes advantage of the beautiful surroundings every chance he gets. A lover of kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, snowboarding and exploring, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the sleep tracking and heart rate accuracy of the latest tach gadgets, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia

I walked 6,500 steps with Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Fit3 — here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
In this Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Fit3 face-off, we'll learn which entry-level fitness tracker is more accurate.

The best Apple Watch apps in 2025
By Kate Kozuch last updated
These are the best Apple Watch apps for getting the most out of your smartwatch.

I just went hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Fit3 — a Fitbit killer for less than $60
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Priced at under $60, the new Samsung Galaxy Fit3 could be the Fitbit killer we've been hoping for.

The best massage guns in 2025 to relieve muscle pain and tension
By Jane McGuire, Sam Hopes, Dan Bracaglia last updated
Review We've tested the best massage guns you can buy to boost recovery, reduce stress and get a deep tissue massage at home.

Samsung just launched a kid-friendly smartwatch mode for the Galaxy Watch 7 — and parents can try it now
By Dan Bracaglia published
Galaxy Watch for Kids turns your Samsung smartwatch into a child-friendly wearable with loads of safety features and parental controls.

I wore the Garmin Instinct 3 for over a week — here's 5 things I like and 2 I hate
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Garmin Instinct 3 is a tough-built, battery-life beast designed for outdoor adventure enthusiasts, but it's not without its faults.

Best Apple Watch in 2025: Each model tested and rated by our experts
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple Watch Series 10 vs. Ultra 2 vs. SE: Based on our team's tests and reviews, these are the best Apple Watch models for fitness, battery life and value.

Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 — all the rumors so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 may boast better battery life and new health sensors, but its release date is unclear at this time.

These Fitbit models are overheating — see if yours is on the list to get $50 from Google
By Dan Bracaglia published
Faulty batteries are causing some Fitbit Versa 3 and Fitbit Sense models to overheat. Here’s how to see if your smartwatch is impacted and claim cash from Google for your trouble.

Garmin Instinct 3 vs. Apple Watch Ultra 2: Biggest differences to consider before you buy
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Which tough-built, GPS-equipped adventure smartwatch wins? Find out in our Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs. Garmin Instinct 3 showdown.

We've tested the best cheap fitness trackers available right now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We put the best cheap fitness trackers to the test to help you cover the essentials like sleep tracking, steps, and heart rate without breaking the bank.

I tried the Arc'teryx electric-powered pants — and I never felt more like a cyborg
By Dan Bracaglia published
These $5,000 pants have two snap-on power modules that can help you hike further, longer and better.

Move over Fitbit Ace — hands-on with the new Pinwheel smartwatch for kids
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The forthcoming Pinwheel smartwatch is one of the most promising kid-friendly wearables since the Fitbit Ace LTE.

I snowboarded down 17,000 feet of powder with the Garmin Instinct 3 — here's 5 things I learned
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Garmin Instinct 3 thrives in cold snowy conditions, making it a solid choice for tracking your next mission on the slopes.

I just went hands-on with the Luna Ring 2 — the Oura Ring alternative that promises way more battery life
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Luna Ring 2 is another subscription-free Oura Ring alternative with seemingly impressive battery life and lots of holistic features.

The new Luna Ring 2 could be a serious competitor to the Oura Ring — here's why
By Dan Bracaglia published
The newly-announced Luna Ring 2 has Oura beat in two key arenas: battery life and overall price.

My 7 favorite wearables of CES 2025 — from a smarter smart ring to electric-powered pants
By Dan Bracaglia published
As the official wearables nerd at Tom’s Guide, these are the new gadgets that most rocked my socks at CES 2025.

I just went hands-on with the new Circular Ring 2 — and it's the most impressive smart ring at CES 2025
By Dan Bracaglia published
The subscription-free Circular Ring 2 could be the smart ring to beat in 2025. Here's why.

I tracked my day at CES with the new Garmin Instinct 3 — and walked over 17,000 steps
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Garmin Instinct 3 turned out to be the perfect fitness wearable for monitoring my health — and gaining step-count bragging rights over colleagues — at CES 2025.

Plugable's 10-port smart USB-C charging hub is the peripheral hero we deserve
By Dan Bracaglia published
Plugable’s new 10-port USB-C charger kept my laundry list of gadgets fully powered all CES long.

The Amazfit Active 2 has all the features of a flagship smartwatch for under $100
By Dan Bracaglia published
Forget the Apple Watch 10 — the new Amazfit Active 2 has a similar screen and workout features for less than $100.

The Circular Ring 2 is here and it beats the Oura Ring in two big ways
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Circular Ring 2 aims to revolutionize the smart ring sizing process. It's also FDA-cleared for AFib detection.

My new favorite snowboard accessory is this tough-built, wallet-friendly set of walkie-talkies
By Dan Bracaglia published
Rocky Talkie Mountain Radios are a total game changer for skiers and snowboarders.
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