If you're in the market for a Garmin watch then you might want to hold off on buying one just a little bit longer, as both Black Friday and Cyber Monday are fast approaching, with them being held on November 26 and November 29 respectively. On Cyber Monday last year we saw discounts on a wide variety of Garmin wearables, with savings of up to around $150/£150, and we'd expect it will be a similar story this year. There don't appear to be any stock issues with Garmin's watches either, so whether you're after a Garmin Fenix 6, a Garmin Forerunner 945 or just about any other option, there should be plenty of availability. Below we've highlighted the key Garmin wearables that you should look out for on Cyber Monday, along with our predictions of what might be discounted - and how much by. You'll also find a list of some of last year's top Garmin deals, so you can get a better idea of what to expect. We're already seeing discounts on some Garmin wearables, and you'll find all of today's best deals for our favorite Garmin watches below. That said, in most cases you're better off waiting for Cyber Monday, as the deals then are likely to be much better. Based on what we saw last year we can take a good guess at some of the Garmin deals that we might see on Cyber Monday 2021. They include the following: Garmin makes a wide range of wearables at different prices and for different types of users, so it can be tricky finding the right one. It can also be tricky finding the best deals, even on sales days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but we've got some tips to help. 1. Check out our best Garmin guide It's worth working out what you want to buy before you even head into the sales, and your first stop for that should be our best Garmin watch guide, where we've highlighted all the top options. Don't just go for our number one pick though, as something else might suit you better - some Garmin wearables are aimed at serious athletes, while others are more for those just dipping their toes in, and some focus on specific sports too. So it's worth taking a look at all the best options. 2. Keep an eye out for dodgy deals Not every deal is a good deal, even if it looks good. A discount of 50% off RRP for example might look great, until you realize that nowhere is selling the device at full price. So it's worth checking the prices elsewhere before pressing the buy button, or even using a tool like The Camelizer to see price history for the site you're on. Or just stick with TechRadar, as we'll only be highlighting genuine deals here. 3. Watch for big deals on older models The latest Garmin watches may well get discounted on Cyber Monday, but older models are far more likely to - and are likely to get biggest discounts. Retailers will be looking to clear their stock to make way for the shiny new hardware, so big savings can often be had. And just because a model is older, it doesn't mean it's not still great. The very best Cyber Monday Garmin deals are likely to be on Cyber Monday itself - that's November 29. However, you might see some similarly good deals on Black Friday (November 26) and on the weekend between those two dates. There will be some discounts ahead of even Black Friday too, but for the most part these probably won't be quite as good, going by previous years. Still, if you're in the market for a new Garmin then it's worth checking back on this page regularly between now and Cyber Monday, just in case any major discounts pop up. The best place to find Garmin deals on Cyber Monday will be this very page and the wider TechRadar site, as we'll be scouring the net for all the top options and highlighting them here. But if you want to conduct a search of your own then the following stores would be a good place to start. Top US retailers The Garmin Fenix 6 is for our money the best Garmin watch. It's not cheap, but it could become a lot more palatable on Cyber Monday, with prices likely to plummet for the sale. Really it's the whole Fenix 6 range that we rate at the top - they're all unsurpassed multi-sport smartwatches with comprehensive activity tracking, great battery life and strong performance. Even with a Cyber Monday discount this might not be for you if you're not a serious athlete or outdoorsperson, but if you want a watch that won't let you down whether you're running a marathon or hiking a trail, this is the one for you. The Garmin Venu 2 is a mid-range wearable that does a great job of functioning both as a conventional smartwatch and as a sports watch. Unlike many Garmin devices this has a fairly stylish, sleek design, yet it still has all the features you need when training outdoors or in, including GPS, heart rate monitoring, cadence tracking and a whole lot more. The Venu 2 only launched in 2021 so we don't have any Cyber Monday history for it, but the original Garmin Venu did get a solid $100 discount last year, and Garmin wearables in general tend to get reduced, so we wouldn't be surprised if there are some decent deals on this too. If you're after a budget Garmin watch then the Garmin Forerunner 55 is a top choice, especially if you're a runner. There's no touchscreen, but the five hardware buttons that you get instead are arguably easier to use mid-run, and with suggested workouts and post-training advice this wearable goes beyond just tracking - it also gives you the insights you need to train better. We found that it had extremely accurate GPS too, and it's a bit of a bargain even when it's not discounted, so this could be a low-end star of Cyber Monday if there are any decent deals on it. While we wait for Cyber Monday 2021, it's worth taking a look at some of the best Garmin deals we saw on Cyber Monday 2020. You can see these below, and while they're all expired, they provide an indication of the sorts of discounts you might see this year. Garmin Instinct: Garmin Vivoactive 3: Garmin Forerunner 45S: Garmin Instinct: Garmin Approach S40: Garmin Vivoactive 4S: Garmin Vivoactive 4: Garmin Fenix 6X Pro: Garmin Fenix 6: Garmin Vivomove Style: Garmin Fenix 6S: Garmin Fenix 6S Pro: Garmin Fenix 6X Pro: Today's best Garmin deals
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Amazon: expect loads of Garmin watches at low prices
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Last year's Cyber Monday Garmin deals
Last year's Cyber Monday Garmin deals in the US
$299.99 $169.99 at Amazon (save $130)
The super tough Garmin Instinct is half price at Amazon for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This is a seriously solid GPS sports watch, with very impressive battery life to boot, making it a good option for multi-day outdoor events.
$249.99 $129.99 at Amazon (save $120)
Amazon has matched Walmart's Cyber Monday deal on the Vivoactive 3 - one of Garmin's most stylish sports watches. It features on-board GPS, lots of activity tracking modes, and all-day heart rate monitoring. You can also buy it for the same price directly from Garmin.
$199.99 $149.99 at Amazon (save $50)
This is a slightly smaller version of the original Forerunner 45 running watch, and is surprisingly feature-packed for the price. It includes not just accurate GPS and optical heart rate monitoring, but also adaptive training plans, stress tracking, Body Battery energy monitoring, and sleep tracking. Stock is limited.
$299 $169.99 at Garmin (save $130)
The Garmin Instinct is one of the brand's toughest watches, offering solid battery life and advanced sports tracking features in a robust case designed to take the knocks of an active lifestyle. With this $130 discount, it's super affordable, too.
$299.99 $195 at Amazon (save $104.99)
Amazon has beaten Walmart's Cyber Monday price on this smart Garmin golf watch. It features a color touchscreen, and is pre-loaded with maps of over 41,000 courses around the world. It automatically records shot distances and locations, and can even be paired with optional Garmin club-tracking sensors.
$349.99 $246.29 at Amazon (save $103.70)
This is a scaled down version of the regular Vivoactive 4, with a 40mm face that's better suited to smaller wrists. It packs all the same features as its larger counterpart, including excellent workout tracking with super accurate GPS, SpO2 monitoring, on-watch music streaming and stacks of stats.
$349.99 $249.99 at Garmin (save $100)
Garmin's Vivoactive 4 offers premium fitness tracking and smartwatch functionality, and this $100 discount makes those features a lot easier to obtain.
$749.99 $591.31 at Amazon (save $158.68)
This is a turbo-charged version of the original Fenix 6X, with additional training features for runners and skiers, plus extensive golf course maps. It's a top-end Garmin watch, and it's very rare to see it under $600, so this is a seriously impressive deal.Last year's Cyber Monday Garmin deals in the UK
£458.53 £359 at Amazon (save £99.53)
This is a huge saving on Garmin's flagship sports watch, and one we'd been hoping for all year. Our reviewer called the Fenix 6 "the best multi-sport watch you can buy" thanks to its unbeatable outdoor sports tracking, accurate biometrics, and solidly built design. Its main downside at launch was its price, but with almost £100 off, that's no longer an issue. Very highly recommended.
£259.99 £189.99 at Argos (save £70)
The Garmin Vivomove is a gorgeous hybrid smartwatch that's perfect for anyone who finds regular fitness trackers a little bit ugly. It has an analog face with a hidden digital display that reveals vital stats and smartphone notifications at the push of a button. It collects far more data than that though, and pushes a wealth of info on your activity and wellbeing to the Garmin Connect app on your phone. A stunning smartwatch, and a great deal with £70 off at Argos.
£424.29 £359 at Amazon (save £65.29)
This is a scaled-down version of Garmin's flagship Fenix 6, with a 42mm face that's better suited to smaller wrists. It still boasts all the same features as the larger version, including multi-day batter life in GPS mode, multi-sports tracking, stress monitoring and SpO2 tracking, plus barometric altimeter and thermometer.
£581.94 £439 at Amazon (save £142.94)
This is a souped-up version of the classic Fenix 6S, with some added extras for runners and golfers. PacePro tech helps you manage your pace during training runs and races, and CourseView gives you access to over 41,000 golf course maps right on your wrist. That's a lot to pack into a 42mm sports watch, and this is its lowest price ever at Amazon.£549 £488 at Amazon (save £61)
This is a turbo-charged version of the original Fenix 6X, with additional training features for runners and skiers, plus extensive golf course maps. The £61 price drop is fairly modest, and there's no question this is still a very expensive sports watch. The original Fenix 6 is over £100 cheaper, and gives you almost all the same features unless you're a very keen sportsperson.
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Wednesday, November 03, 2021
Cyber Monday Garmin deals 2021: early sales and what to expect
