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The Fitbit Inspire 3 is one of the best fitness wearables for folks who don’t like adding bulk to the wrist. Sure, it’s not as slender as the newer Fitbit Air, but it does offer a small AMOLED screen, support for most common workout types, mirrored smartphone notifications, and detailed sleep insights. All for just $66.

The Fitbit Charge 6 is the most well-rounded fitness tracker in 2026, boasting onboard GPS, a bright, albeit small display, support for Google Maps and Google Wallet, nearly a week of battery, and mirrored notifications, all packed into a sleek, easy-wearing device.

The Garmin Forerunner 165 is an excellent choice for folks who are just getting into running and looking to improve their speed, form, and endurance. Comfortable, lightweight, and easy to read in bright daylight, the Forerunner 165 offers ample physical controls, excellent battery life, reliable GPS, accurate heart rate tracking, and impressive sleep/workout recovery insights.

The Apple Watch 11 is one of the best smartwatches in 2026, especially if you want a well-rounded wearable packed to the brim with smart features, safety tools, health and fitness insights, and apps galore. I’m an especially big fan of the Series 11’s support for Hypertension Alerts, something you’ll find on few other smartwatches.

I’m an enormous fan of the Garmin Instinct 3. In fact, it’s my go-to wearable anytime I’m embarking on an outdoor adventure. Built like a tank with weeks of battery life and 100 meters of water resistance, the Instinct 3 is just as tough as you are. It also boasts rock-solid GPS location and elevation tracking performance, and sports a handy LED flashlight built into the case.