Sports Watches
Best Sports Watches of 2025: Eight Standout Picks From a Busy Year
From budget-friendly trackers to premium adventure watches, here are eight sports watches and wearables from 2025 worth a closer look.
Independent reviews
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From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Indoor Cycling
Cave Works Rivet vs Zwift Ride: Choosing a Dedicated Indoor Trainer Bike
Two trainer bikes take the hassle out of indoor riding. We compare the Cave Works Rivet and the Zwift Ride on flexibility, compatibility, and value.
Indoor Cycling
Caveworks Rivet Review: A Dedicated Indoor Bike Frame Built for Permanent Trainer Setups
A hands-on look at the Caveworks Rivet production frame, covering build options, app compatibility, ride feel, and whether it beats a smart bike or a used road bike.
Bike Computers
COROS DURA First Impressions: Solar Power and a Digital Dial on a Bike Computer
After nearly three weeks of riding with the COROS DURA, here is a close look at its solar charging, digital dial, navigation approach, and what is still missing in the software.
Running Watches
COROS Pace 3 vs Garmin Forerunner 165: Which Budget Running Watch Should You Buy?
Two of the strongest value running watches go head to head on display, battery life, sports tracking, training tools, and GPS accuracy to help you pick the right one.
Sports Watches
Coros Pace 4 Black Crystal Edition Review: A Premium Take on a Budget Favorite
The Black Crystal Edition adds an aluminum bezel, translucent lugs, and a new band to the Pace 4. Here is what the extra $30 actually buys you.
Sports Watches
Coros Pace 4 Review: What's New, Battery Life, Accuracy, and How It Compares to the Pace Pro and Pace 3
Coros's new entry-level sports watch adds an AMOLED display, a microphone, and dual-band GPS while keeping the price low. Here is how it stacks up against the Pace Pro and Pace 3.
Fitness Trackers
Fitbit Air First Impressions: Early Days With the New Google Health App
A first look at the Fitbit Air and the transition to the Google Health app, including automatic activity detection, AI coaching, and readiness tracking.
Fitness Accessories
Fitbit Air Armband Review: A Stretchy Nylon Alternative to the Stock Band
A comfortably stretchy nylon armband for the Fitbit Air that costs a bit over $20 and delivered impressively accurate heart rate, sleep, and workout data in testing.
Fitness Trackers
Fitbit Edge First Look: Google's New Activity Tracker Up Close
A hands-on first look at the Fitbit Edge, including sizing versus the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch 5, band options, and pricing.
Fitness Trackers
Fitbit Edge Review: Google's New Activity Tracker Splits the Difference
A screen-based activity tracker with ECG, GPS, automatic workout detection, and iPhone support, sitting between the screenless Fitbit Air and a full smartwatch.
Fitness Trackers
Garmin Circa: Answers to the Questions That Matter Before You Buy
Alarms, notifications, heart rate broadcasting, pairing with Garmin watches and Edge computers, plus what Connect Plus actually adds to the Circa.
Fitness Tech
Garmin Connect Plus Nutrition Tracking: A Full Day of Food Logging Reviewed
Garmin now offers native food and nutrition tracking in Garmin Connect. We tested a full day of logging to see what works, what does not, and whether Connect Plus is finally worth it.
Cycling Tech
Garmin Edge 1050 vs Edge 1040: Which Flagship Bike Computer Makes Sense?
Garmin's new Edge 1050 brings a brighter smartphone-like display, a full speaker, and a faster processor. Here is how it stacks up against the Edge 1040.
Cycling Tech
Garmin Edge 1060: What's New on Garmin's Latest Flagship Bike Computer
Garmin's new Edge 1060 adds voice control, a full button layout, smarter routing, and a slightly smaller body for $799. Here's what changes versus the Edge 1050.
Cycling Tech
Garmin Edge 850 vs Edge 550: Two New Bike Computers That Split the Line in a Smarter Way
Garmin's new Edge 850 and Edge 550 bring the bright 1050-style display to smaller bodies, with real feature separation between the two.
GPS Sports Watches
Garmin Enduro 4 Review: An Update, Not a Reinvention
Garmin's new Enduro 4 adds faster maps, more storage, and a nicer band, but who should actually upgrade?
GPS Watches
Garmin Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED vs AMOLED: Is the Brightest Watch Display Worth It?
The Fenix 8 Pro brings a cutting-edge microLED display option alongside an upgraded AMOLED version. Here is how they actually differ in real use.
Sports Watches
Garmin Fenix 8 Solar vs Enduro 3: Two Flagship Solar Watches, One Clear Decision
Both of Garmin's latest flagship solar sports watches track nearly every sport, but a $300 price gap and a few key differences could decide which one belongs on your wrist.
GPS Watches
Garmin Fenix 9 Buying Guide: Which Model Is Right for You?
A practical breakdown of every Fenix 9 option, from size and display choice to Pro and inReach tiers, plus upgrade advice for existing owners.
GPS Sports Watches
Garmin Fenix 9 Lineup: Base, Pro, and Pro InReach Hardware Compared
A hands-on look at the new Garmin Fenix 9 family: sizes, displays, titanium construction, solar options, and what sets each tier apart.
GPS Watches
Garmin Forerunner 165 vs Forerunner 265: Which Running Watch Makes More Sense?
A close look at what separates Garmin's newer Forerunner 165 from the 265, including price, training features, GPS accuracy, and sport support.
GPS Sports Watches
Garmin Forerunner 570 vs 965: Which Running Watch Makes More Sense in 2026?
A detailed comparison of the Garmin Forerunner 570 and 965 covering size, display, heart rate accuracy, battery life, maps, and smartwatch features.
GPS Running Watches
Garmin Forerunner 70 vs 170 vs 170 Music: Which Entry-Level GPS Watch Makes Sense?
Garmin's latest entry-level Forerunners bring training readiness and rich sports tracking to accessible prices. Here is how the three models differ.
Running Watches
Garmin Forerunner 970, 570, and HRM 600: What's New and Who Each One Is For
Garmin's new flagship Forerunner 970, the mid-range Forerunner 570, and the rechargeable HRM 600 heart rate strap compared at a glance.
GPS Watches
Garmin Forerunner 970 vs Fenix 8: Which Garmin Multi-Sport Watch Makes More Sense?
Two very capable Garmin watches with overlapping feature sets and a few decisive differences in durability, size options, and battery life.
Fitness Tech
Garmin HRM 600 Review: A Year-Long Verdict on Garmin's Premium Heart Rate Strap
After hundreds of workouts, we look at how the HRM 600 performs on accuracy, battery life, running dynamics, and whether the premium features justify the price.
Smartwatches
Garmin Instinct 3 Crossover vs Instinct 3 AMOLED: Which One Makes Sense for You
Garmin's new hybrid smartwatch pairs real analog hands with a bright AMOLED display. Here is how it compares to the standard Instinct 3 AMOLED.
GPS Watches
Garmin Instinct 3 Lineup: Solar, AMOLED, and Instinct E Explained
Garmin expands the Instinct family into three levels, including a surprise AMOLED version. Here is what each model offers and who each one suits.
Sports Watches
Garmin Instinct 3 Solar vs Instinct 3 AMOLED: Which One Should You Buy?
Two watches, one name, very different personalities. A detailed comparison of display behaviour, battery life, interface differences, and who each Instinct 3 is really for.