
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

The Apple Watch turns 10 — 5 reasons the OG smartwatch is still my favorite
By Dan Bracaglia published
Apple pretty much invented the modern day smartwatch. Ten years after its debut, here's what I like best about the Apple Watch.

Best smartwatch tested and rated: 2025 top picks
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We tested a zillion smartwatches so that you don't have to. These are the best based on price, spec and features.

Motorola has a new smartwatch — and it looks a whole lot like an Apple Watch
By Dan Bracaglia published
Can Motorola pick up where Fitbit left off? The new Moto Watch Fit is a fitness-tracking Android watch with GPS and a heart rate sensor.

I walked 6,000 steps with the Apple Watch 10 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 — this one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
For this Apple Watch 10 versus Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, I tested the tracking accuracy of two of the most popular smartwatches available in 2025. And the winner might surprise you.

I walked 6,500 steps with the Galaxy Watch 7 vs Garmin Vivoactive 6 — this was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
I walked 6,500 steps with two popular $299 smartwatches. This Garmin Vivoactive 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 face-off reveals which one is more accurate.

I tried waking up with Garmin’s new Smart Alarm for a week — 5 things I learned
By Dan Bracaglia published
The new Garmin Vivoactive 6 is Garmin’s first watch with a Smart Alarm programmed to wake you during your lighter sleep cycles. I tested it out for a week; here’s what I learned.

I just went hands-on with the Bark Smartwatch for kids — and it's refreshingly straightforward to set up and use
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Bark Watch for kids is a direct competitor to the Fitbit Ace LTE offering location tracking and more.

Google just killed another Fitbit feature — and now I’m certain the brand is as good as dead
By Dan Bracaglia published
Google just removed the Google Voice Assistant feature on these devices. Don’t worry, Amazon Alexa is still there… for now.

I walked 8,000 steps with the Apple Watch 10 vs Garmin Vivoactive 6 — and there's a clear winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
Which smartwatch offers more precise fitness-tracking accuracy? Let's find out in this Apple Watch 10 vs. Garmin Vivoactive 6 face-off.

Apple is awarding a limited edition pin to celebrate 10 years of Apple Watch — here's how to get yours
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple has a challenge for Apple Watch owners to celebrate 10 years of the wearable. The reward? Limited-edition Apple swag.

Best Fitbit 2025: Pick the perfect fitness tracker based on our testing
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, monitor your sleep and keep tabs on your health.

Google’s Loss of Pulse Detection is finally available in the U.S. — here’s how to turn it on your Pixel Watch 3
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Google's Loss of Pulse Detection is now available in the U.S. for Pixel Watch owners. Here's how to set it up.

I walked 5,000 steps with the Apple Watch 10 vs Garmin Instinct 3 — and there's a clear winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
Apple Watch 10 versus Garmin Instinct 3. Which one of these wearable powerhouses is the more capable fitness tracker? We decided to find out.

Best cheap smartwatch in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
These are the best cheap smartwatches you can buy starting at just $99.

watchOS 12: All the Apple Watch software rumors and leaks so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We're just a few months from our first look at the new Apple Watch operating system. Here's what we expect.

I just went hands-on with the Garmin Vivoactive 6 — and it has almost everything I want in a smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia published
The new Garmin Vivoactive 6 is a comfortable and good-looking device with most of Garmin's best holistic features and just the right amount of smarts.

I just went hands-on with this new smart ring — and it beats the Oura Ring in 3 big ways
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is more affordable than the Oura Ring 4, but that's not its only advantage over the industry leader.

watchOS 12 wishlist — 3 Apple Watch upgrades I want most
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch is an awesome tool for hikers and outdoor adventurers. Here's how it could get better.

Best Samsung watch 2025: each model expert tested and rated
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've been testing Samsung smartwatches for over a decade. Here's how the brand's current lineup compares.

Best Oura Ring alternatives 2025
By James Frew last updated
If you're not a fan of the brand's smart rings, the best Oura Ring alternatives come with similar health and fitness tracking features without breaking the bank.

Apple Watch 11 — Biggest rumored upgrades so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The next-gen Apple Watch 11 could offer screen enhancements, better battery life and new life-saving tools. Here's what we know so far.

Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 — everything we know so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 may boast better battery life, a comfier design and new health sensors, but its release date is unclear at this time.

I test smartwatches for a living — 5 reasons I’d buy the new Garmin Vivoactive 6 and 3 reasons I’d skip it
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Should you buy the new Garmin Vivoactive 6? We weigh the pros and cons.
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