Best Smartwatches for Running

#1 Garmin Fenix 9
4.5

Accurate land GPS, strong heart rate tracking, and detailed training tools make running a natural fit. Trail runners gain useful climbing context and optional phone-free tracking, with some button-lag complaints.

Pros: battery life, mapping and navigation

Cons: value for money, LTE connectivity

#2 Garmin Fenix 8
4.5

Running is a strong fit thanks to accurate GPS, extensive training tools, useful mapping, and long endurance. Weight, price, and imperfect wrist heart rate may favor a lighter watch or...

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: value for money, menu navigation

#3 Garmin Fenix 9 Pro
4.2

Outdoor running accuracy, readable data, physical controls and deep training information are strong reasons to choose the watch. Extra weight, short-run heart-rate errors and the cost make lighter alternatives attractive...

Pros: mapping and navigation, battery life

Cons: value for money, software smoothness