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

Quarter-zips are trending — save up to 30% off my favorite The North Face right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
T’is the season for quarter-zips — save up to 30% off comfy, casual pullovers from The North Face, Top Design and more.

Hoka Black Friday sales — 19 deals on running shoes, walking shoes and apparel I’d shop now
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Hoka’s Black Friday sale is live now with many of my favorite shoes for road and trail running, walking and more discounted significantly.

I’m tracking the best Black Friday smart ring deals — save up to 45% off Oura, Samsung and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Black Friday is almost here and I'm tracking the best deals on smart rings from Oura, Samsung, Amazfit and more.

I just tried the ‘thermometer of the future’ — here's why this at-home health monitor could save you a trip to the doctor
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Withings Beamo is a 4-in-1 health scanner that measures body temp, ECGs, and heart/lung health. While seriously simple to use, it is a tad pricey.

I walked 5,000 steps with the Garmin Venu X1 vs Apple Watch 11 — the winner is clear
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Who makes the better square smartwatch for fitness tracking, Apple or Garmin? I decided to find out.

My favorite Black Friday walking and hiking shoe deals — take up to 67% off New Balance, Skechers, Timberland and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
If walking is more your speed, like me, then these Black Friday sneaker deals are for you.

15 REI holiday gift deals for outdoor lovers — for $15 or less
By Dan Bracaglia published
I review outdoor gear for a living, and these are the 15 best REI early holiday deals worth checking out, all for $15 or less.

Garmin Instinct 3 Black Friday deal — save up to 25% off Garmin's longest-lasting smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Garmin's rugged, outdoor adventure smartwatch is finally on sale for 25% off.

I had a long, frank conversation with an AI 'fitness coach' — and it wasn't nearly as weird or awkward as I expected
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
I chatted with Fitbit's new Gemini-powered virtual fitness trainer for nearly 20 minutes, and it wasn't nearly as weird as I anticipated.

Black Friday outerwear deals — save up to 50% off Patagonia, Cotopaxi, REI, and more
By Dan Bracaglia published
I review outerwear for Tom's Guide, and these are my favorite jacket deals so far, including up to 50% off Patagonia.

I've trained with the best sports watches for tracking your workouts — here are my top picks
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The best GPS sports watches are not only accurate trackers, but can also actually help to improve your performance, making them an essential tool for athletes of all levels.

I've tested dozens of models — and these are the best cheap fitness trackers in 2025
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Keep tabs on your fitness, sleep, and overall wellness, all without breaking the bank. These are the best cheap fitness trackers in 2025.

The 55+ best travel gifts for 2025 — gadgets and gear for wanderlust in your life
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Entertain their wanderlust with one of these expert-approved gifts for every type of traveler and budget, starting at just $10.

I biked 11 miles with the Garmin Venu 4 vs Suunto Vertical 2 — and there's a clear winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
I tested two high-end, GPS smartwatches from Garmin and Suunto against Strava to find out which is the more reliable fitness tracker.

11 epic Best Buy smartwatch deals worthy of your wrist
By Dan Bracaglia published
Best Buy's early Black Friday sale is happening now, and smartwatch deals abound! Save big on recent releases and even bigger on older models from Samsung, Google, Garmin, and Fitbit.

I review fitness trackers — 5 early Black Friday Fitbit deals I recommend shopping right now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
I review fitness trackers, and these early Black Friday deals on the best Fitbit models are the real deal.

I review outdoor gear — and these 14 Patagonia early Black Friday deals are worth scaling a mountain for
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Save up to 76% off high-tech Patagonia staples like jackets, fleeces, puffers, pull-overs and more.

I'm obsessed with the free offline navigational tools on this Garmin smartwatch alternative
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Suunto Vertical 2 offers one of my favorite outdoor adventure features: support for offline navigational maps with custom route creation and easy-to-follow directions.

The best hidden Apple Watch feature can help you stay safe — here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia published
watchOS 26 supports Apple's Check In safety feature. Here's how to use it on your Apple Watch.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs Google Pixel Watch 4 — which flagship Android watch wins?
By Dan Bracaglia published
I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Pixel Watch 4; here's how to choose which Android flagship smartwatch is right for you.

The best Fitbit for tracking your health: Expert tested and rated
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've tested the best Fitbit and Fitbit alternatives to help you find the right wrist-worn device to log your activity, sleep and overall well-being.

Garmin Instinct 3 vs Suunto Vertical 2: I tested fitness tracking across 6 categories — here’s the winner
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
I tested the fitness tracking capabilities of two of the best rugged smartwatches available today — the Garmin Instinct 3 and Suunto Vertical 2 — to determine which is more accurate overall.

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