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Running Watch Reviews

Here you’ll find in-depth reviews of the different types of running GPS watches available, their features and benefits, and how to choose the best watch for your specific needs. Plus, we’ll talk about budget running watch options and tips to make the most of all that data.

Running Watches Must Read Articles

10 Everyday GPS Watch Tips and Tricks Every Runner Should Know

Is the Treadmill or My Watch More Accurate?

Run Data Analysis: How To Use All that Info From Your Watch

Best Garmin Watch for Running | Key Feature Comparison

Best Running Watches: A Complete Buyers Guide

Best Trail Running Watch – Comparing Top Models and Features

Guide to Running Heart Rate Zones + How to Calculate

Heart Rate While Running: What’s Average? How to Use It?

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GPS Watch

Suunto Run 2 Review | A Sleek Watch With Serious Running Features

The Suunto Run 2 looks minimalist, but there’s a surprising amount packed inside this lightweight GPS watch. We tested its tracking, battery life, heart rate accuracy, navigation, and multisport features.

Garmin Forerunner 70 Review: The Best Running Watch for Beginners Just Got a Major Upgrade

The Garmin Forerunner 70 is here and it's built to take you from first steps to finish line. We break down everything you need to know before you lace up…

Garmin Fenix 9 Preview: Is it Worth the Upgrade?

The Garmin Fenix 9 brings a host of upgrades to Garmin’s flagship multisport watch lineup, including a brighter AMOLED display, faster mapping, enhanced training metrics, and expanded features in the…

Did Garmin Just Kill Whoop with the new Cirqa?

Garmin is releasing their first screen-free smart fitness tracker to compliment their already robust roster of GPS watches and fitness wearable. And Whoop just might be left staring up at…

Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra Review | Massive 60-Hour GPS Battery Meets Titanium Toughness

We tested the Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra. Read our review to see how the titanium GPS watch and massive 60-hour battery handle the trails.

Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro Review | Why Pay $1000 When This Watch Does It All for Under $500

The Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro packs a serious amount of watch into an honest price. Real world tested feedback on GPS accuracy, battery life, training tools, and who it is…

10 Tips You Need to Know Before Buying a Running Watch

Don't get lured by flashy features you'll never use! Know exactly what to skip before buying your next running watch.

Best Running Watches Across Brands For Beginners to Ultras

From GPS, to battery life and the best features. Our team reviews the best running watches from Garmin, AmazFit, COROS, Suunto, Apple and Polar.

We Tested the Amazfit Active 3 Premium: Here’s Why New Runners Should Pay Attention

Upgrades on the Amazfit Active 3 Premium boosted our opinion of the brand. The features are outstanding at the price point in this GPS watch!

Polar Vs Garmin | Comparing Top Models

Deciding on Polar Vs Garmin for your next GPS running watch? We break down the low, mid and high end models, comparing features.

Black Friday Running Shoes And Gear Deals | Daily Updates

Time to snag the best running gear at the best prices with these Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for runners! Shoes, watches, apparel

Coros Pace 4 Review | Unbeatable Features for the Price

The Coros Pace 4 is finally on par with the Garmin 265 making this a really compelling watch, here's what we found in testing.

Suunto Vertical 2 Review | Ready for Adventures Well Beyond a Trail Run

Do you love backcountry adventures, multi-day hikes? The Suunto Vertical 2 is a watch made for big adventures and of course your runs too.

$299 Amazfit Balance 2 Does Almost Everything the Expensive Ones Do

Amazfit Balance 2 is a multisport watch able to take phone calls, scuba, hyrox and golf - it's a massive set of features for the price.

Amazfit vs Garmin: Can You Get a Good GPS Watch for Less?

Can AmazFit compete with Garmin's premium smartwatches? Compare specs, performance, and value to see if budget-friendly AmazFit delivers the features runners need.

Must Have Fitness Gadgets and Running Tech for Serious Runners

Shop a curated list of the best fitness gadgets for runners, including watches, home gyms, and other new trends in fitness tech

AGM Legion Pro Review | Great Budget GPS Watch To Transition from Apple

Ready to take the jump to a GPS watch, the AGM Legion Pro is a great option with the ability to take calls and track your runs.

Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Review | $1000 Features for Less than Half the Price

Adventure ready watch at a price that's drastically under some top competitors. A deep dive review of the AmazFit T-Rex 3 Pro

Best Garmin Watch for Running | Key Feature Comparison

Comparing Garmin watches to help you pick the best model for your needs from the Forerunner to the Venu to the Fenix and beyond.

Suunto Race 2 | Is This the Trail Watch That Finally Gets Everything Right?

Long battery life, incredible screen and stellar mapping features, but a few misses with the new Suunto Race 2 GPS watch.

COROS Nomad Review: Adventure Watch Overkill for Road Runners?

Is the COROS Nomad worth the hype? Our honest review reveals if this adventure watch actually delivers for runners and outdoor adventurers.

Garmin Forerunner 570 Review: Is It Worth $550?

Garmin Forerunner 570 is the only model in their advanced line up of watches, what are you getting for the price? We're not sure it's enough.

Wahoo TRACKR HR Monitor Review | The Chest Strap that Connects to Everything

We know that chest straps are the gold standard for training by heart rate.  Since HR is a metric I love to use, it was time to checkout the Wahoo…

Running With an Apple Watch: Perfect for Some Runners, Terrible for Others

Running with an Apple Watch is absolutely fine if you know the limitations and how to optimize the features. Let's dig in!

Suunto Run Review | More Run Specific Modes to Dial in Training

The newest watch in the Suunto line up was designed specifically for runners. Find out what new Suunto Run features can enhance your training.

Suunto Vs Polar | Comparing Features and Models

Finding the right GPS watch is worth a little research time because it’s a high ticket piece of gear and you want it meet your needs! Let’s look at Suunto…

15 Best Free Running Apps to Master Your Runs

When it comes to free running apps, I wonder if new runners realize just how lucky they are and what’s available to make your running life easier. A great running…

Suunto Race Review | Data for Days

When you need a GPS watch with serious battery life and data to go the distance, the Suunto Race watch has you covered.

COROS Apex 2 Pro vs. Pace 3 | Save or Splurge?

When it comes to a GPS watch you don't need to over spend, but you do need the right fit and features. Here's Coros Apex 2 Pro vs the Pace…

COROS Vs Garmin | Which is Right for You

Have you seen Coros and wondered how does it stack up to the traditional Garmin watch? We'll compare features and models to help.

Polar Vantage M3 Review | A Great Multi-Sport Running Watch

Is the Polar Vantage M3 the right watch for you? We're breaking down the key features to help you decide if it's best for your training.

Best Running Watches: A Complete Buyers Guide

Looking for the best running watch? This guide features running watches by categories and what you need to pick the right GPS watch for you.

Garmin Forerunner 165 Review | Best Beginner Running Watch

Ready to find a watch for all the running data? A deep dive review into why we found Garmin 165 to be the best running watch for beginners.

Garmin vs. Apple Watch: Which is Right For You?

Which is better for tracking runs: Apple Watch or a dedicated GPS running watch, like Garmin Forerunner. Comparing the features and models.

Coros Pace 3 vs Garmin 265: Which is Right For You?

Trying to decide which watch is right for you. Let's look at the common features and differences of the Coros Pace 3 vs Garmin 265.

Coros Pace 3 Review | A Definite Upgrade

Should you upgrade to the Coros Pace 3? A full review of the features and how it stacks up to other Coros models.

Run Data Analysis: How To Use All that Info From Your Watch

Watches, apps, HR monitors, foot pods; running data is everywhere and yet what do we really do with it? Run data analysis to simplify the info

How Far Did I Run? 4 Easy Ways to Track Your Running Distance

A complete guide to help you not only answer the question, 'how far did I run?' but also provide the tools you need to enjoy your runs more.

Garmin vs Fitbit | Which One is Better for Running

Garmin vs Fitbit - that's something every runner looking to buy a fitness tracker is trying to figure out. This guide will help you decide which one is best.

Apple Ultra Watch Review | Is it Good for Running?

How does the Apple Ultra Watch perform when put to the test? We'll cover whats different from previous models and is it good for runners.

Garmin Fenix 7s Review | Comparing to 6s, Enduro and Others

The Garmin Fenix 7s stands out from others with solar charging, tons of activities and lifestyle tracking data. See all the details here.

Polar Pacer Pro Review – Entry Level Running Watch

This Polar Pacer Pro review will walk through the features of this entry level GPS watch and compare it to other Polar GPS models.

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