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Fitness Trackers: Buying Advice, Tips, and News

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If you've been waiting for a price drop before buying a smartwatch or fitness tracker, don't sweat it. Prime Day sales got a head start, but we're here to help you catch up on all of the savings.

By Cierra Cowan

Samsung’s rugged Galaxy Watch Ultra is here to challenge the Apple Watch Ultra. Which watch is better suited for your outdoor excursions? We compare specs to find out.

By Andrew Gebhart

Samsung's brand-new Galaxy Ring is here to take on the Oura Ring, now in its third generation. We compare specs to determine which ring is a winner.

By Andrew Gebhart

Powered by AI, Samsung's Galaxy Ring tracks activity and sleep, focusing on holistic energy and wellness. We got our fingers on one and have some first impressions to share.

By Andrew Gebhart

Fitness wearables can help you move more, sleep better, and stay healthy. Here's how to pick the right one for you, along with the top fitness trackers we've tested.

By Angela Moscaritolo

Not all fitness trackers can hang out in the deep end. If you want to count your laps with something you can wear in the pool, check out the top waterproof fitness trackers we've tested.

By Angela Moscaritolo

No matter what your health goals are, there's a discounted wrist accessory for you, from the latest Apple and Galaxy watches to Garmin smartwatches, Fitbits, and more.

By Cierra Cowan

Whether you want a band like the Charge 6 or a model that resembles a regular watch such as the Sense 2 or the Versa 4, we've found solid discounts on a new fitness tracker for you and your wrist.

By Gabriela Vatu
4.0
Editors' Choice

The Garmin Lily 2 upgrades its predecessor with new exercise modes and sleep insights while remaining the most fashionable fitness tracker for women.

By Amber Sayer, MS, CPT

Google plans to remove them in order to comply with the DMA

By Emily Price
3.5

The RingConn Smart Ring offers an affordable and comfortable way to monitor every detail of your sleep, but it lacks the accuracy and features to double as a meaningful fitness tracker.

By Andrew Gebhart

After a number of leaks, Samsung offers a peek at the Galaxy Fit 3 but says it won't be released in the US because it doesn't 'align with market trends' in the country.

By Kate Irwin

Full specs, packaging, and even possible pricing for a Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 fitness tracker have been leaked, though the company has not yet confirmed the images or rumors.

By Kate Irwin
4.0

With a gorgeous display, long battery life, and bountiful health insights, the Garmin Vivoactive 5 is an excellent wellness-focused smartwatch.

By Andrew Gebhart

Track those health goals for less with these smartwatch and fitness tracker deals.

By Jade Chung-Lee  & Karl Klockars
3.5

The Polar Vantage M2 isn't the most value-rich option in a competitive field, but it's still a competent GPS multisport watch in its own right, with lots of activity profiles, useful training features, and an excellent companion app.

By Andrew Gebhart
4.5
Editors' Choice

With modest improvements over the last generation, including new Google lifestyle apps, Bluetooth integration with gym equipment, and a refreshed companion app, the affordable Fitbit Charge 6 remains the best fitness tracker on the market.

By Angela Moscaritolo

Unveiled today, the $159.95 Fitbit Charge 6 is the latest version of the brand's most popular fitness tracker. It's available for preorder now ahead of a global launch on Oct. 12.

By Angela Moscaritolo
3.5

The Fitbit Ace 3 is a fun, attractive fitness band for younger kids that keeps tabs on activity and sleep without a monthly subscription fee, but it lacks location tracking and other apps youngsters might want.

By Erika Rawes
3.5

The unassuming Amazon Halo wristband works with a membership-based wellness service that can help you get active and sleep better, but its tone of voice and body composition analysis features are a bit creepy.

By Angela Moscaritolo