fitness watch for running
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for fitness watch for running.
If you're a runner, a fitness watch can be a great training aid. These devices are not just for serious athletes—they're also an excellent way to keep tabs on your exercise habits, track your progress, and motivate you to reach your goals. Browse the top-ranked list of fitness watches for running below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Amazfit - T-Rex 2 Outdoor Smartwatch - Ember Black
Model: W2170OV2NSKU: 6508378Top comment"Being an engineer, there's more than one occasion when I end up staring at a schematic for more than 3 hours. now I will remember to refill my coffee and less likely to miss my lunch break lol. Workout tracker is another great feature with this product, I find it encourage me to work out more, and able to review your work out give user a better understanding of their body. can't wait when I go mountain climbing with my colleagues next weekend Overall, cool gadget!!...This watch had a rugged look. It doesn’t feel like I’m wearing as it was light weight and provides more comfort. ...Best fitness watch with rugged look"
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Amazfit T-Rex 2 Outdoor Smartwatch is designed to explore your instinct. Military-grade toughness with 10 ATM Water-resistance, 70°C heat resistance, -40°C cold resistance, 240 hours humidity resistance, and 96 hours salt spray resistance. Witness endurance that braves the elements with ease. Get a high-level exploration partner that boasts Five Global Navigation Satellite systems, a weather tracker, a sunrise and sunset monitor, a current moon phase display, a compass, and a barometric altimeter. Ultra-long 24-day battery life with typical use, and over 150 different sports modes to track your every move. Protect your health and keep fit with heart rate, sleep quality monitoring, and blood-oxygen saturation measurement, and get personalized evaluations via built-in health assessment system PAI. This is a fitness watch that strikes the perfect balance between practicality and comfort–features an always-on 1.39-inch HD amoled color screen for smoother touch operation and richer & brighter color, a skin-friendly silicone strap with a sweat-wicking design to ensure it stays dry and comfortable.Top comment"Being an engineer, there's more than one occasion when I end up staring at a schematic for more than 3 hours. now I will remember to refill my coffee and less likely to miss my lunch break lol. Workout tracker is another great feature with this product, I find it encourage me to work out more, and able to review your work out give user a better understanding of their body. can't wait when I go mountain climbing with my colleagues next weekend Overall, cool gadget!!...This watch had a rugged look. It doesn’t feel like I’m wearing as it was light weight and provides more comfort. ...Best fitness watch with rugged look"
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Amazfit T-Rex 2 Outdoor Smartwatch is designed to explore your instinct. Military-grade toughness with 10 ATM Water-resistance, 70°C heat resistance, -40°C cold resistance, 240 hours humidity resistance, and 96 hours salt spray resistance. Witness endurance that braves the elements with ease. Get a high-level exploration partner that boasts Five Global Navigation Satellite systems, a weather tracker, a sunrise and sunset monitor, a current moon phase display, a compass, and a barometric altimeter. Ultra-long 24-day battery life with typical use, and over 150 different sports modes to track your every move. Protect your health and keep fit with heart rate, sleep quality monitoring, and blood-oxygen saturation measurement, and get personalized evaluations via built-in health assessment system PAI. This is a fitness watch that strikes the perfect balance between practicality and comfort–features an always-on 1.39-inch HD amoled color screen for smoother touch operation and richer & brighter color, a skin-friendly silicone strap with a sweat-wicking design to ensure it stays dry and comfortable.See all Fitness Trackers
Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Lava Red
Model: 010-02156-06SKU: 6348819Top comment"I signed up for the half marathon workout plan and have been consistently following the workouts. ...Great for runners, not for overall fitness...The interface is relatively user friendly, if you're familiar with technology (I would not consider giving any Garmin products I've tested to my grandmother), and I think the look is very athletic-chic, without being clunky. My fitness interests are more aimed at strength training, jogging, meditation, yoga, hiking, and overall wellness, which are better matched with the Vivoactive 4S, in my opinion. "
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Log workout data with this lava red Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS running watch. The long-lasting battery functions for up to seven days before requiring a charge (13 hours in GPS mode), while Garmin Coach offers personalized exercise plans that cater to your fitness level. This Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS running watch features incident detection, which notifies emergency contacts with your location after an accident.Top comment"I signed up for the half marathon workout plan and have been consistently following the workouts. ...Great for runners, not for overall fitness...The interface is relatively user friendly, if you're familiar with technology (I would not consider giving any Garmin products I've tested to my grandmother), and I think the look is very athletic-chic, without being clunky. My fitness interests are more aimed at strength training, jogging, meditation, yoga, hiking, and overall wellness, which are better matched with the Vivoactive 4S, in my opinion. "
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Log workout data with this lava red Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS running watch. The long-lasting battery functions for up to seven days before requiring a charge (13 hours in GPS mode), while Garmin Coach offers personalized exercise plans that cater to your fitness level. This Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS running watch features incident detection, which notifies emergency contacts with your location after an accident.See all All Smartwatches
Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black
Model: 010-02156-05SKU: 6348818Top comment"Perfect for Runners...Simple and not too complex for those who want something for running and not much else....Great budget option for runners....Great watch for a mid level runner. You can build your own custom workout. "
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Find your way while training with this Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS black running watch. The battery lasts up to 13 hours when the GPS is active to accommodate long training sessions. This Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS black running watch has a large digital display that makes information easy to read at a glance.Top comment"Perfect for Runners...Simple and not too complex for those who want something for running and not much else....Great budget option for runners....Great watch for a mid level runner. You can build your own custom workout. "
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Find your way while training with this Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS black running watch. The battery lasts up to 13 hours when the GPS is active to accommodate long training sessions. This Garmin Forerunner 45 GPS black running watch has a large digital display that makes information easy to read at a glance.See all All Smartwatches
Garmin - Forerunner 945 GPS Smartwatch 30mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black
Model: 010-02063-00SKU: 6348820Top comment"Excellent watch for runners and Triathlons- This is my upgrade from garmin 235....This is good for someone thats constantly training for marathons but if you just run cause you enjoy it and enter the occasional 5k and 10k then this could be a little much for you. "
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Sync music from select streaming services with this Garmin Forerunner 945 GPS running smartwatch. Performance monitoring features help keep track of your progress during training sessions, while incident detection sends real-time alerts to emergency contacts through a paired smartphone. This Garmin Forerunner 945 GPS running smartwatch features Garmin Pay, offering convenient contactless payments for supported banks and cards.Top comment"Excellent watch for runners and Triathlons- This is my upgrade from garmin 235....This is good for someone thats constantly training for marathons but if you just run cause you enjoy it and enter the occasional 5k and 10k then this could be a little much for you. "
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Sync music from select streaming services with this Garmin Forerunner 945 GPS running smartwatch. Performance monitoring features help keep track of your progress during training sessions, while incident detection sends real-time alerts to emergency contacts through a paired smartphone. This Garmin Forerunner 945 GPS running smartwatch features Garmin Pay, offering convenient contactless payments for supported banks and cards.See all All Smartwatches
Garmin - Enduro 2 GPS Smartwatch 51mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer with Titanium Rear Cover - Carbon Gray
Model: 010-02754-00SKU: 6519529Top comment"I use it for both my running and cycling. Has everything I need for a fitness tracker and data for running ane cycling. ...Best watch I’ve owned…out of 5 other Garmins...Just flat out amazing. Great backup for running too! The GPS accuracy and other features are amazing as well. "
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Run to the ends of the Earth with the Enduro 2 ultraperformance multisport GPS watch. Solar power provides battery life of up to 150 hours in GPS mode with solar charging (Assumes continuous use for entire period in 50,000 lux conditions) to help you outlast your next ultra race. AutoSelect mode uses SatIQ technology to dynamically determine the GPS mode necessary to maximize battery life without compromising positional accuracy. The rugged, lightweight design won’t slow you down, and the light UltraFit band offers a secure, comfortable fit during all your activities. TopoActive and ski maps will help you find your way, while a variety of built-in sports apps as well as endurance, stamina and other performance metrics will help take your training to the next level. Use traditional button controls or the new touchscreen interface to access selections. Enduro 2 includes an Adventure Racing World Series-approved adventure racing app. Plus, its advanced features, including the NextFork™ map guide, grade-adjusted pace and automatic rest timer for ultra runs, help you prepare to go the distance. A superbright LED flashlight (twice as bright as the fēnix® 7X multisport GPS watch) even guides you in the dark.Top comment"I use it for both my running and cycling. Has everything I need for a fitness tracker and data for running ane cycling. ...Best watch I’ve owned…out of 5 other Garmins...Just flat out amazing. Great backup for running too! The GPS accuracy and other features are amazing as well. "
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Run to the ends of the Earth with the Enduro 2 ultraperformance multisport GPS watch. Solar power provides battery life of up to 150 hours in GPS mode with solar charging (Assumes continuous use for entire period in 50,000 lux conditions) to help you outlast your next ultra race. AutoSelect mode uses SatIQ technology to dynamically determine the GPS mode necessary to maximize battery life without compromising positional accuracy. The rugged, lightweight design won’t slow you down, and the light UltraFit band offers a secure, comfortable fit during all your activities. TopoActive and ski maps will help you find your way, while a variety of built-in sports apps as well as endurance, stamina and other performance metrics will help take your training to the next level. Use traditional button controls or the new touchscreen interface to access selections. Enduro 2 includes an Adventure Racing World Series-approved adventure racing app. Plus, its advanced features, including the NextFork™ map guide, grade-adjusted pace and automatic rest timer for ultra runs, help you prepare to go the distance. A superbright LED flashlight (twice as bright as the fēnix® 7X multisport GPS watch) even guides you in the dark.See all All Smartwatches
Samsung - Galaxy Watch5 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm BT - Graphite
Model: SM-R900NZAAXAASKU: 6510869Top comment"At times, the watch will automatically start the running exercise when I'm not running. ...Stylish, and awesome fitness tracking...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I didn't wear a watch (classic watch or smart watch) before, but finally decided to get a Samsung watch. "
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Stay on track, on time, and in style with Galaxy Watch5¹. Ready to get a better understanding of your wellness? Galaxy Watch5 features body composition analysis², improved sensors that get an accurate read on your heart rate³ and Advanced Sleep Coaching¹ that helps you get your zzzs . Whether you’re getting your steps in, jogging at lunchtime or crushing yoga class on the weekend, strut your fashion sense with Watch bands and faces that match your awesome outfit. Stay powered up on the go throughout even your busiest day with an improved battery that gives you time to do it all. Worry less and do more and with a Sapphire Crystal Glass that’s more durable than before and a water resistant design that can take a splash⁴ or two. Go ahead, unleash the best you with Galaxy Watch5.Top comment"At times, the watch will automatically start the running exercise when I'm not running. ...Stylish, and awesome fitness tracking...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I didn't wear a watch (classic watch or smart watch) before, but finally decided to get a Samsung watch. "
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Stay on track, on time, and in style with Galaxy Watch5¹. Ready to get a better understanding of your wellness? Galaxy Watch5 features body composition analysis², improved sensors that get an accurate read on your heart rate³ and Advanced Sleep Coaching¹ that helps you get your zzzs . Whether you’re getting your steps in, jogging at lunchtime or crushing yoga class on the weekend, strut your fashion sense with Watch bands and faces that match your awesome outfit. Stay powered up on the go throughout even your busiest day with an improved battery that gives you time to do it all. Worry less and do more and with a Sapphire Crystal Glass that’s more durable than before and a water resistant design that can take a splash⁴ or two. Go ahead, unleash the best you with Galaxy Watch5.See all All Smartwatches
Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) 45mm Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band - M/L - Midnight
Model: MNUL3LL/ASKU: 6340256Top comment"A must for fitness...Well worth the upgrade longer battery life and if you are a runner this watch can do it all....Great watch excellent quality and build perfect for running"
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Apple Watch Series 8 features advanced health sensors and apps, so you can take an ECG¹, measure heart rate¹ and blood oxygen², and track temperature changes³ for advanced insights into your menstrual cycle⁴. And with Crash Detection, sleep stages tracking, and advanced workout metrics, it helps you stay active, healthy, safe, and connected. See Dimension section below for band sizing information.Top comment"A must for fitness...Well worth the upgrade longer battery life and if you are a runner this watch can do it all....Great watch excellent quality and build perfect for running"
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Apple Watch Series 8 features advanced health sensors and apps, so you can take an ECG¹, measure heart rate¹ and blood oxygen², and track temperature changes³ for advanced insights into your menstrual cycle⁴. And with Crash Detection, sleep stages tracking, and advanced workout metrics, it helps you stay active, healthy, safe, and connected. See Dimension section below for band sizing information.See all Apple Watch Series 8
Samsung - Galaxy Watch5 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm BT - Bora Purple
Model: SM-R900NZSAXAASKU: 6510878Top comment"Nice smart watch you should have...However, when I wear it during my 10k running, only 10% was consumed. This watch is able to evaluate many parameters, such as my heart rate, pace, distance, balance and Max VO2. ...Best Fitness Watch EVER...Once of the best fitness watches I have owned. Very accurate and easy to read."
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Stay on track, on time, and in style with Galaxy Watch5¹. Ready to get a better understanding of your wellness? Galaxy Watch5 features body composition analysis², improved sensors that get an accurate read on your heart rate³ and Advanced Sleep Coaching¹ that helps you get your zzzs . Whether you’re getting your steps in, jogging at lunchtime or crushing yoga class on the weekend, strut your fashion sense with Watch bands and faces that match your awesome outfit. Stay powered up on the go throughout even your busiest day with an improved battery that gives you time to do it all. Worry less and do more and with a Sapphire Crystal Glass that’s more durable than before and a water resistant design that can take a splash⁴ or two. Go ahead, unleash the best you with Galaxy Watch5.Top comment"Nice smart watch you should have...However, when I wear it during my 10k running, only 10% was consumed. This watch is able to evaluate many parameters, such as my heart rate, pace, distance, balance and Max VO2. ...Best Fitness Watch EVER...Once of the best fitness watches I have owned. Very accurate and easy to read."
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Stay on track, on time, and in style with Galaxy Watch5¹. Ready to get a better understanding of your wellness? Galaxy Watch5 features body composition analysis², improved sensors that get an accurate read on your heart rate³ and Advanced Sleep Coaching¹ that helps you get your zzzs . Whether you’re getting your steps in, jogging at lunchtime or crushing yoga class on the weekend, strut your fashion sense with Watch bands and faces that match your awesome outfit. Stay powered up on the go throughout even your busiest day with an improved battery that gives you time to do it all. Worry less and do more and with a Sapphire Crystal Glass that’s more durable than before and a water resistant design that can take a splash⁴ or two. Go ahead, unleash the best you with Galaxy Watch5.See all All Smartwatches
Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular) 44mm Stainless Steel Case with Milanese Loop - Stainless Steel
Model: MTV42LL/ASKU: 6139650Top comment"Great Apple Watch...My wife loves her Apple Watch. She uses the fitness workout every day and keeping track of her running distance. ...Couldn’t be without this watch now, use it every day! Thanks Apple for another great product!"
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Fundamentally redesigned and reengineered. The largest Apple Watch display yet. Built-in electrical heart sensor. New Digital Crown with haptic feedback. Low and high heart rate notifications. Fall detection and Emergency SOS. New Breathe watch faces. Automatic workout detection. New yoga and hiking workouts. Advanced features for runners like cadence and pace alerts. New head-to-head competitions. Activity sharing with friends. Personalized coaching. Monthly challenges and achievement awards. Built-in cellular¹ lets you use Walkie-Talkie, make phone calls, and send messages. Stream Apple Music² and Apple Podcasts. And use Siri in all-new ways - even while you're away from your phone. With Apple Watch Series 4, you can do it all with just your watch.Top comment"Great Apple Watch...My wife loves her Apple Watch. She uses the fitness workout every day and keeping track of her running distance. ...Couldn’t be without this watch now, use it every day! Thanks Apple for another great product!"
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Fundamentally redesigned and reengineered. The largest Apple Watch display yet. Built-in electrical heart sensor. New Digital Crown with haptic feedback. Low and high heart rate notifications. Fall detection and Emergency SOS. New Breathe watch faces. Automatic workout detection. New yoga and hiking workouts. Advanced features for runners like cadence and pace alerts. New head-to-head competitions. Activity sharing with friends. Personalized coaching. Monthly challenges and achievement awards. Built-in cellular¹ lets you use Walkie-Talkie, make phone calls, and send messages. Stream Apple Music² and Apple Podcasts. And use Siri in all-new ways - even while you're away from your phone. With Apple Watch Series 4, you can do it all with just your watch.See all All Smartwatches
Garmin - Forerunner 245 Music GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black
Model: 010-02120-20SKU: 6348787Top comment"My son does cross country, track and field and 5k. For runner enthusiast it’s has a great battery life....Great watch for running when listening to music....I brought this two months ago and I love it!’ It’s a great watch for runners."
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Track advanced fitness metrics for on-the-fly training adjustments with this black Garmin Forerunner 245 Music GPS running smartwatch. The long-lasting battery life lets you tackle marathons and other extensive training sessions before needing to recharge. This Garmin Forerunner 245 Music GPS running smartwatch features an easy-to-read large digital display, while the built-in memory stores music, so you can leave your phone at home.Top comment"My son does cross country, track and field and 5k. For runner enthusiast it’s has a great battery life....Great watch for running when listening to music....I brought this two months ago and I love it!’ It’s a great watch for runners."
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Track advanced fitness metrics for on-the-fly training adjustments with this black Garmin Forerunner 245 Music GPS running smartwatch. The long-lasting battery life lets you tackle marathons and other extensive training sessions before needing to recharge. This Garmin Forerunner 245 Music GPS running smartwatch features an easy-to-read large digital display, while the built-in memory stores music, so you can leave your phone at home.See all All Smartwatches
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