running watches

The Apple Watch Ultra 2, Garmin Fenix 8, COROS PACE Pro, and Google Pixel Watch 3 sitting on a bookshelf together, all showing a post-run summary for a 20-mile race that day. — I ran a 20-mile race wearing four fitness watches (like an idiot); here's what I learned I wore a Garmin, Apple, Google, and Coros watch for a 20-mile marathon tune-up. I felt really silly, but the stats were illuminating.

Burned calories and steps on the COROS PACE Pro — One of the last MIP holdouts released its first AMOLED running watch The COROS PACE Pro launches on Halloween with a 1.3-inch AMOLED touch display, 20-day battery life, ECG readings, offline maps, and in-depth training plans.

One of the default watch faces on the Suunto Race. — Suunto Race review: Near the finish line The Suunto Race just needs a few key software add-ons and HR/ GPS accuracy tweaks to nail the formula for an excellent mid-range running watch.

Latest about running watches

COROS APEX 2 Pro review: Casual runners need not apply

By Michael L Hicks published 14 November 22

The APEX 2 Pro gives you an absurdly powerful battery, better satellite tracking, a climbing tool, and quadruple the music and map storage. But do you actually need it?

Wearables

The Garmin Forerunner 245 (left) and Forerunner 255 (right)

Garmin Forerunner 255 vs. 245: Should you upgrade?

By Michael L Hicks published 25 August 22

Versus The Garmin Forerunner 255 is the best runner's watch available today, but its predecessor, the Forerunner 245, is no slouch. Here's how the two models compare.

Versus

Polar Pacer review: An excellent data-driven running watch that's frustrating to use

By Chris Wedel last updated 3 August 22

This is a set-it-and-forget-it kind of watch that is great, until you have to change something.

Wearables

Garmin Forerunner 245 sitting on top of shoes

9 Prime Day running deals to help you cross the finish line faster

By Michael L Hicks last updated 13 July 22

From watches to buds, running clothes to tech, these are the Prime Day workout deals that regular runners will enjoy.

Wearables

Garmin Venu 2 Plus review: More tempting (and expensive) than ever

By Michael L Hicks published 14 June 22

Garmin displays tend to be readable, but dim and non-touch. Is a bright touchscreen, mic, and speaker worth the extra cost?

Wearables

Polar Pacer Pro review: Tailor-made for data-driven runners

By Michael L Hicks published 25 May 22

Polar's new running watch is a strong rival to Garmin Forerunner and Coros Pace.

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