Black Friday Garmin deals 2024: Massive savings on fitness watches

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The Black Friday deals have started and we're tracking a swathe of savings across the entire Garmin range at retailers in the UK, U.S., and AUS.

If you're looking for a smartwatch or fitness watch that tracks workouts, offers great GPS, and packs a battery to last ages, Garmin is for you. Beginners might opt for some of the great deals on the Garmin Forerunner 55 or 165, those looking for an Apple Watch or Fitbit replacement should check out the great deals on the Vivoactive 5 and Instinct 2 in all regions, while those training for marathon distances, big rides and serious outdoor pursuits should look at the Forerunner 265, 965, Fenix and Epix watches.

So if you want a new Garmin or you're on the hunt for a great holiday gift, check out the best Black Friday Garmin deals below.

Today's best Garmin deals in the US

Garmin Vivoactive 5
Garmin Vivoactive 5: was $299 now $199.99 at Amazon

Get $100 off Garmin's brilliant Vivoactive 5, now down to its lowest-ever price of $199. Available in four great colors it comes with 11 days of battery life and tracking for sleep, activity, heart rate, and more.

Garmin Venu 3S
Garmin Venu 3S: was $449 now $349 at Amazon

The Garmin Venu 3S is a great mid-range smartwatch with excellent fitness tracking and many other features you'd expect from a great all-rounder. It's now $100 and down to a new lowest-ever price of $349 at Amazon.

Garmin Epix Gen 2
Garmin Epix Gen 2: was $899.99 now $479.99 at Amazon

This whopping 45% saving on the awesome Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 (only in its White Titanium color) is an excellent deal, but there's a caveat, it's sold by a third-party Amazon storefront, rather than Amazon itself. The store itself has 3,381 ratings, with a 4.7 out of 5 score and 86% five-star reviews.

Garmin Forerunner 55
Garmin Forerunner 55: was $199.99 now $149.99 at Amazon

Garmin's already-cheap Forerunner 55 just fell to a new lowest-ever price of $149.99, a massive 25% saving on its entry-level running watch. Get great activity tracking features and up to two weeks of battery life.

Garmin Forerunner 255
Garmin Forerunner 255 : was $349.99 now $249.99 at Amazon

While the 265 might be the newer model, this massive discount on the 255 is not to be sniffed at. Save 29% or $100 with a new lowest-ever price of $249.

Garmin Forerunner 265
Garmin Forerunner 265 : was $449.99 now $349.99 at Amazon

If you do want the new 265, you could do a lot worse than $100 off and a new lowest-ever price of $349.99. Get a vibrant AMOLED display, up to 13 days of battery life, and powerful training and recovery metrics.

Garmin Forerunner 165
Garmin Forerunner 165: was $249.99 now $199.99 at Amazon

Finally! A deal on the newest cheap running watch from Garmin, the Forerunner 165. Get 20% off ($50) for a new lowest-ever price of $199, replete with 11 days of battery life, 25 activity tracking profiles, and more.

Garmin Forerunner 945
Garmin Forerunner 945: was $599.99 now $289.99 at Walmart

A slightly older model, save a huge $310 on the Forerunner 945 at Walmart. you get GPS running and workout tracking, music synchronization, and space to store 1,000 songs right on the device itself for phone-free listening. Boasting 336 hours of battery life and compatibility with iPhone and Android, this is still one of the premier running watches on the market.

Garmin Instinct 2
Garmin Instinct 2: was $299 now $199 at Best Buy

Save $100 on the Garmin Instinct 2 45mm base model in its graphite colorway. The smaller Instinct 2S can be found for the same price, so those with smaller wrists can also get a model suited for their needs. It's just $20 off its lowest-ever price, making it a pretty good early Black Friday deal.

Garmin Forerunner 955 training watch
Garmin Forerunner 955 training watch: was $499.99 now $399.99 at Amazon

Save 20% on the Garmin Forerunner 955. It's missing the Forerunner 265's AMOLED screen, but the duller memory-in-pixel display is far more battery efficient and won't feel as much like another screen in your life. As the name suggests, it's perfect for runners with advanced GPS tools, Body Battery recovery metrics and running plans on watch.

Garmin Forerunner 965
Garmin Forerunner 965 : was $599.99 now $499.99 at Amazon

If you want to go the whole hog, the top-of-the-line Forerunner 965 is now $100 off, a new lowest-ever price of $499. Get unparalleled battery life of 23 days, AMOLED touch screen, built-in maps, multi-band GPS, and more. Available in all three colors.

Garmin Fenix 7S
Garmin Fenix 7S: was $649.99 now $399.99 at Walmart

With the Fenix 8 new for 2024, there are big savings to be had on the previous model including $250 off this 7S, replete with a premium design, 1.2-inch display, 912 hours of battery life, and more. It also comes with GPS, shock and water resistance, and an optical heart rate monitor.

Today's best Garmin deals in the UK

Garmin Vivoactive 5
Garmin Vivoactive 5: was £249.99 now £178.99 at Amazon

The Vivoactive 5 has plunged to a new lowest-ever price of just £179, a massive £70 saving on the £249.99 RRP and one of the best Garmin deals we've seen so far. Get 11 days of battery life, AMOLED display, GPS, fitness tracking, and more!

Garmin Fenix 7
Garmin Fenix 7: was £499.99 now £382 at Amazon

Now the Fenix 8 is out, you can get the Garmin Fenix 7 for just £382, that's a great saving of £120, but we've seen this go as low as £349, so it might be worth shopping around a bit.

Garmin Instinct 2
Garmin Instinct 2: was £199 now £159.20 at Amazon

In the UK there's a new lowest-ever price of £159 on the Garmin Instinct 2. This is one of Garmin's best outdoor watches ever, with GPS, rugged chassis, and great activity tracking to boot, all at a very reasonable price.

Garmin Edge 540 Cycling Computer
Garmin Edge 540 Cycling Computer: was £329.99 now £277.99 at Amazon

Garmin's cycling computer range uses the same excellent GPS and cycling smarts as its watches, and the Edge 540 is tiny, compact and features button controls for easier use during tough rides. Power guide logs your best output efforts, while advanced navigation skills ensure you reach your destination safely.

Garmin Forerunner 55
Garmin Forerunner 55: was £159.99 now £121.10 at Amazon

Get £37.90 off the already-inexpensive Garmin Forerunner 55, with two weeks of battery life and great running insights. It comes with GPS and a heart rate monitor, calorie and sleep tracking, and more. Garmin's training plans can even give you coaching to help you achieve your running goals. Discounts vary slightly, but its cheapest in white.

Garmin Forerunner 255 Music
Garmin Forerunner 255 Music: was £289 now £202.89 at Amazon

Now the 265 is here, you can save a massive 30% on this Forerunner 255, a new lowest-ever price of £202.99. That's a great saving on this lightweight, GPS-packed smartwatch with up to 14 days of battery life.

Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar 47mm
Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar 47mm: was £739 now £469 at John Lewis

It's rare to see Amazon beaten on price, but this John Lewis £469 Fenix 7 Pro is cheaper than Amazon's equivalent by a good £40. Get a rugged and durable Garmin with great GPS and multisport tracking.

Garmin Forerunner 265S
Garmin Forerunner 265S: was £429.99 now £379.99 at John Lewis

John Lewis has a generous £50 discount on the Forerunner 265S, the only discount on this model we've found in the UK. Get one of Garmin's best and newest running watches for less.

Today's best Garmin deals in Australia

Garmin Instinct 55 (Black)
Garmin Instinct 55 (Black): was AU$349 now AU$249 at JB Hi-Fi

Save AU$100

The Forerunner 55 is Garmin's entry-level running smartwatch and already pretty affordable, but a range of retailers including JB are discounting it by a further 28% for Black Friday. As stated in our 4-star review, we think this is a great option for beginners or those looking to step up from a basic fitness tracker. And despite the name this one also tracks more than running, with modes for swimming, cycling, yoga and more.

Garmin Vivoactive 5
Garmin Vivoactive 5: was AU$499 now AU$343.80 at Amazon

If you want to move on from your Apple Watch to something that's more fitness oriented, Garmin's Vivoactive 5 is ideal. For your money, you're getting a lovely AMOLED display, up to 11 days of battery life and GPS tracking, along with a heck of a lot of fitness features for the gym goer.

Garmin Epix Pro 2 (Sapphire Edition, 51mm)
Garmin Epix Pro 2 (Sapphire Edition, 51mm): was AU$1,849 now AU$998 at Amazon

The headline feature here is that AMOLED display – it's absolutely stunning! But it's also the ultimate outdoor watch, with a built-in torch, practically all kinds of activity tracking (including surfing and skiing), and packed full of features with up to 31 days of battery life. It's the ultimate Garmin with the whopper of a price tag, but the 51mm Epix Pro 2 is 46% off on Amazon, better than the offer in the 47mm display.

Garmin Instinct 2 (Graphite, 45mm)
Garmin Instinct 2 (Graphite, 45mm): was AU$499 now AU$348.85 at Amazon

Close to its lowest ever price on Amazon, the Instinct 2 is a heavy-duty Garmin smartwatch that offers an immense 28 days of battery life (or 30 hours with GPS mode enabled) and a waterproof rating of up to 100 metres. You also get the usual comprehensive suite of fitness tracking and workout suggestions, all clearly legible on its monochromatic display.

You can grab the smaller 40mm model for the same price.

Garmin Instinct 2 (Camo, 45mm)
Garmin Instinct 2 (Camo, 45mm): was AU$499 now AU$289 at Amazon

Save AU$210

If you're OK with the camo colour scheme and medium (45mm) size, this is one of the best Garmin smartwatch deals of Black Friday 2024 – and shaves another AU$60 or so off the Instinct 2 above. Amazon's also technically understating the savings here, as most retailers sell this model for AU$499 or more. This price is an all-time low for this model, although technically it was selling at the same AU$289 during October Prime sale last month.

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar
Garmin Instinct 2X Solar: was AU$769 now AU$619 at Amazon

We have seen it drop to a much lower price, and that may happen come Black Friday itself, but we still rate this current saving on Garmin's Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch. It practically has an infinite battery life when exposed to at least three hours of direct sunlight per day and is built to military standard. You also get 24/7 health and fitness tracking, along with a built-in LED flashlight.

Garmin Venu 3S
Garmin Venu 3S: was AU$749 now AU$594 at Amazon

Dropping to its lowest price on Amazon, now is a great time to snap up the excellent Garmin Venu 3S. It expertly blends smartwatch and fitness functions, with all information displayed on a gorgeous AMOLED display. The 'S' here refers to its smaller 41mm size, but it's still ideal for all wrists. The French Gray colour (pictured) is cheapest, but all other colours come in under AU$600.

Garmin Forerunner 255 Music
Garmin Forerunner 255 Music: was AU$749 now AU$399 at Amazon

With 47% off, this is a sensational deal on a fantastic Garmin smartwatch. It's loaded with fitness tracking features, including a full triathlon and, as the name suggests, it can store music onboard for offline listening. The built-in GPS is also especially accurate, meaning you really can leave your phone at home when you're out for a run.

Garmin Vivofit Jr 3
Garmin Vivofit Jr 3: was AU$149 now AU$97 at Amazon

Save AU$52

Looking for a fun way to encourage your child to remain active? This is a great activity tracker that's also swimproof. It's also got great battery life and is sized well for small wrists. What's more, it does require a paired phone to work, so if your child hasn't yet been given one, it might make managing the device a bit of a chore.

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As TechRadar's Senior Fitness and Wearables writer, I have more than a decade's experience testing the latest smartwatches and fitness trackers. I've worked every online sales event you can think of since 2019. 2024 will be my sixth Black Friday, so you can count on me to find you the best deals and the right Garmin for you.

Black Friday Garmin deals: FAQs

Garmin epix gen 2 in sapphire white on a turquoise background

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When will the Black Friday Garmin deals start in 2024?

Black Friday officially begins on November 29th this year, but the fight for your hard-earned cash and attention means that retailers start their discounts earlier and earlier with every passing year.

As such, we're already seeing big deals on offer at retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and UK outlets including Argos and John Lewis.

The end of sales is clearer cut, with most of the discounts ending on Cyber Monday, December 2. We'll be keeping track of all the sales in the run-up to the event and during the sales itself, tracking prices and stock so that you don't have to.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a Garmin?

When it comes to low prices and the range of devices on offer, Black Friday is definitely the best time of year to buy a Garmin. You're going to get the most choice because that's when the largest range of models is on offer. What's more, as the biggest sales event of the year it almost always yields the most generous discounts, which means more savings for you.

What Black Friday Garmin deals should I expect?

It's safe to say that we can expect discounts across the entire Garmin range, including its smartwatch and fitness trackers, golf companions, and even its cycling range. Last year Black Friday saw discounts on many debut models from 2023 including the Garmin Forerunner 265, Forerunner 965, Venu 3, Garmin Fenix 7 Pro, and the Epix Pro.

This year is shaping up to be even better. Black Friday's a few days away, and we've seen tons of deals already, and expecting further discounts on the Forerunner 55, Instinct 2 and Fenix 7. We're also keeping an eye out on the newer models. We'd love to see some big savings on the new Garmin Fenix 8 and we're already seeing moeny off the new cheaper Forerunner 165.

Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday

We've covered Black Friday for over a decade here at TechRadar and we've learned when all the best sales start and how to uncover all of the top deals. We also monitor sales throughout the year and track the lowest prices of dozens of the most popular products so we know a bargain when we see it.

We've tested every single Garmin on the market, and we're constantly updating our own best Garmin watch guide so that it always contains the most up-to-date info. Our team of reviewers and testers have spent hundreds of hours running, swimming, and climbing with the latest Garmin models, a rigorous testing program that means we know exactly which ones are right for you.

Combined, we'll bring you the best Black Friday deals on all the top-rated and well-reviewed products available to buy right now so you come away with some excellent tech at a great price.

Stephen Warwick
Fitness & Wearables writer

Stephen Warwick is TechRadar's Fitness & Wearables writer with nearly a decade of experience covering technology, including five years as the News Editor of iMore. He's a keen fitness enthusiast and is never far from the local gym, Apple Watch at the ready, to record his latest workout. Stephen has experience writing about every facet of technology including products, services, hardware, and software. He's covered breaking news and developing stories regarding supply chains, patents and litigation, competition, politics and lobbying, the environment, and more. He's conducted interviews with industry experts in a range of fields including finance, litigation, security, and more. Outside of work, he's a massive tech and history buff with a passion for Rome Total War, reading, and music.