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Monitoring your health has never been easier thanks to a host of readily available fitness-tracking devices, but when it comes to the brand that does it best, many think it’s Garmin. Just refer to this review by REI shopper Skymack, who recently purchased a Garmin Forerunner 255: “I bought this watch a month ago after having an Apple Watch for 8 years. It’s SO much more accurate, and especially on distances.”
Garmin has specialized in pinpoint-accurate GPS devices for decades, from satellite messengers to its most impressive line of sports watches, so it’s safe to say it knows how to collect, process and display data. So, if you’re considering an easy way to track your health and fitness, now’s a great time to grab a Garmin as they’re up to $200 off at REI through June 16.
Whether you’re a runner, cyclist, triathlete or casual walker, Garmin’s rugged, impact-resistant watches can track your fitness through casual wristwear, using your precise location to collect mileage data. Depending on the model, a Garmin watch can also give you in-depth health tracking concerning your sleep health, current pulse and steps taken, plus it can alert loved ones if it detects an impact (like a car accident or fall), play music via Bluetooth without the need of a smartphone and track your location while you’re off the grid. It also, of course, tells time.
With so many Garmin watch models on the market, picking the one best suited for you and your lifestyle can be tricky. We’ve rounded up five of the best deals at REI below to break down each watch’s ability, just in case you need an extra hand choosing.
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