Garmin smartwatches from $89 — here are 5 deals I’d buy now

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By Morgan Bulman
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Including one of the best golf watches we've tested

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Whether you’re training for a marathon or just looking to keep track of the time along with your general fitness endeavors, there’s a Garmin smartwatch to fit your needs. As the brand behind the best entry-level running watch, we’re always keen to keep tabs on when any of their models, including the Forerunner 55 on sale for $169 at Amazon right now.

After casting a wide net across the internet, we found 5 deals starting at $89 from Garmin at a number of different retailers worth shopping for this week. Below, check out our picks for the best bang for your buck. 

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Best Garmin Deals This Week

Garmin Vivosmart 4: Large was $129 now $89 @ Amazon

Garmin Vivosmart 4: Large was $129 now $89 @ Amazon
This lightweight, affordable fitness tracker from Garmin packs a more readable display, a physical button for easier navigation, and a seven-day battery life. Blood oxygen monitoring and continuous heart rate monitoring are also on display, although there's no built-in GPS.

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Garmin Forerunner 55: was $199 now $169 @ Amazon Best for beginners:Price check: $199 @ Best Buy

Garmin Forerunner 55: was $199 now $169 @ Amazon
Best for beginners: This is the Garmin to get if you're buying a running watch for the first time. It offers a bright screen, easy-to-read stats, and long battery life. You'll also have access to PacePro-suggested workouts, which is like having a running coach on your wrist. In our Garmin Forerunner 55 review, we said this watch was like having an expert coach on your wrist.
Price check: $199 @ Best Buy

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Garmin Approach S42 Golf Watch: was $299 now $199 @ Dick's Sporting Goods In our review of the Garmin Approach S42, we defined it as a “stylish-looking and near-complete golf watch with great battery life and ample features.” It boasts an accurate GPS for keeping track of where you land on the green. It weighs 1.5 ounces and isn’t too thick, and it offers a decent variety of color and finish choices. It's important to note, this model isn’t a fitness tracker — there’s no heart monitor here. Price check: $199 @ Amazon

Garmin Approach S42 Golf Watch: was $299 now $199 @ Dick's Sporting Goods
In our review of the Garmin Approach S42, we defined it as a “stylish-looking and near-complete golf watch with great battery life and ample features.” It boasts an accurate GPS for keeping track of where you land on the green. It weighs 1.5 ounces and isn’t too thick, and it offers a decent variety of color and finish choices. It's important to note, this model isn’t a fitness tracker — there’s no heart monitor here.
Price check: $199 @ Amazon

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Garmin Instinct 2 (45mm): was $299 now $229 @ Amazon Best battery life: Price check: $249 @ Best Buy

Garmin Instinct 2 (45mm): was $299 now $229 @ Amazon
Best battery life: In our Garmin Instinct 2 review, we called the Garmin Instinct 2 "a near-perfect GPS smartwatch for outdoor sports enthusiasts." We loved this watch's long battery life, Health snapshot feature, and support for Garmin Pay and Garmin Connect.
Price check: $249 @ Best Buy

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Garmin Fenix 6 Pro Solar Multisport: was $479 now $384 @ Walmart We called this a monster of a GPS watch thanks in part to its statement-making, 51mm watch head. It's the older version of the Fenix 7, but still a great watch, especially considering its sale tag. Price check: $419 @ Amazon

Garmin Fenix 6 Pro Solar Multisport: was $479 now $384 @ Walmart
We called this a monster of a GPS watch thanks in part to its statement-making, 51mm watch head. It's the older version of the Fenix 7, but still a great watch, especially considering its sale tag.
Price check: $419 @ Amazon

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Morgan Bulman
Morgan Bulman
Staff Writer, Deals

As a deals writer for Tom's Guide, Morgan is set on scouring the web for the lowest prices, weekly sales worth shopping, rare brand discounts, and more. For five-plus years, she's covered all things home, from floor covering and furniture to splurge-worthy pillows and budget-friendly bedding. Her work has also appeared on Domino and Saveur.