Best Smartwatches for Walking

#1 Garmin Fenix 9
4.5

Walking distances closely match the comparison watch during simultaneous outings. The Garmin remains dependable in the highlighted walk where the other watch falls farther behind.

Pros: battery life, mapping and navigation

Cons: value for money, LTE connectivity

#2 Garmin Fenix 8
4.0

Dynamic routing adds a useful way to explore on foot while still working toward a planned distance or return point.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: value for money, menu navigation

#3 Garmin Fenix 9 Pro
3.8

Walking is easily handled as part of a mixed mileage challenge. For walking alone, the Pro adds little over the less expensive standard Fenix.

Pros: mapping and navigation, battery life

Cons: value for money, software smoothness