The best smartwatches and fitness trackers during Amazon’s Big Spring sale

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is here, and I’ve found some great deals on top-rated smartwatches. The sales event runs from March 25th to March 31st, and you don’t need to be a Premium Member to reserve these items (although you do get benefits, so signing up for a membership has its rewards).

I cover the biggest sales of the year as a reporter for NBC Select, so I know how to find the deals that are really worth buying. I’m also the team’s tech reporter and regularly review fitness trackers and smartwatches to give honest reviews and find the ones that offer the best value for money. Below I’ve rounded up the best smartwatch deals on Amazon right now, so you can save time browsing and spend more time enjoying your new gadgets.

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The best Apple smartwatch deals

For most iPhone owners, this is the best smartwatch. It is very easy to use, comes in different sizes, colors and types of watch bands and has health, sleep and fitness monitoring. This latest version also has an improved 24 hours of battery life (up from 18 hours on the Series 10).

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 retailed for $799, so seeing it for $499 is a big deal. It is one of the biggest, brightest Apple smartwatches, made of rugged materials like titanium and sapphire crystal glass for durability. The brand launched the Apple Watch Ultra 3 last September, so the Ultra 2’s features are limited.

If you want your Apple Watch to look more stylish, consider this version of last year’s Series 10. It has a titanium case and a Milanese steel band that enhances the look of the watch. It also has cellular connectivity – if you combine it with the device’s design, you can use the watch without your phone soon.

The best Fitbit and Google smartwatch deals

The Pixel Watch 3 is down 23 percent right now, and with the Google Pixel Watch 4 being the newest model, this savings makes it even harder. The watch has advanced health, sleep and fitness tracking, self-monitoring of leisure activities and seamlessly connects to any Android phone. It also gets 24 hours of battery life.

This is my favorite Fitbit tracker, and one I recommend whenever it’s on sale. It tracks all the basics – steps, running, exercise and sleep, with over 40 built-in fitness profiles. It’s also very thin and light, unlike most smartwatches on the market. You can learn more in my Fitbit Charge 6 review.

The most advanced Fitbit tracker is 40 percent off, and it’s the perfect fit for anyone looking for more smartwatch features than Fitbit’s smaller trackers. It has a larger, squarer display that makes it easier to read notifications and includes support for Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant.

If you’re looking for something slim and sleek on a tight budget, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is the one to get from the brand, and it’s 30 percent off right now. Like the Fitbit Charge 6, it tracks basic health, sleep and exercise data well, and has a long battery life (up to 10 days). It doesn’t have built-in GPS tracking, though – it uses your phone’s GPS for map data.

Best Garmin smartwatch deals

The Vivoactive 5 is Garmin’s first premium watch, and it’s more affordable than ever. It strikes a great balance between looks and features, with a subtle, sleek design compared to other sports watches of the brand. It has in-depth health, sleep and fitness metrics, as well as Garmin body battery (power monitoring) and Garmin trainer features.

If you’re looking to jumpstart your running journey, you’ll love this premium Garmin watch that’s currently 20 percent off. It has many built-in fitness tools like Garmin trainer, workout plans and recommended daily workouts. It always shows useful and accurate stats during my run, and connects to GPS quickly. You can learn more in my Garmin Forerunner 165 review.

The best Samsung smartwatch deals

The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is an updated version of the regular Galaxy watch, with a larger 46mm face, a steel case (instead of aluminium), additional buttons and a rotating bezel. It uses the same Galaxy software, and works best paired with an Android phone.

Other smartwatch prices

Amazfit is known for its budget-friendly trackers, and this $80 model is a prime example. Sleek, thin and sleek – almost as thin as the Apple Watch Series 11, with a stainless steel case and more watch options. It has built-in GPS, health, sleep and fitness tracking, with over 160 workout modes.

Although 17 percent may not sound like a lot, this is the lowest price ever for Amazfit Balance 2. It is one of the brand’s high-end trackers, with long battery life, support for diving, offline maps, dual-band GPS and many features for training and sleep tracking.

If you want the healthiest battery life possible, a solar-charged watch like this is the way to go. This Suunto Vertical gets 60 days of normal battery life and 90 hours of GPS-based operation, more than all competitors. It is made with a durable metal case and sapphire crystal screen, and comes with a very soft silicone case.

The best smartwatch apps

Want to charge your phone, wireless earbuds and Apple Watch all at the same time? You need a 3-in-1 charging station like this. It has magnets built into each charging station, so your compatible devices will stay in place. It also folds flat, making it easy to travel with.

Best Amazon Spring smartwatch deals

Here are the best Amazon Spring smartwatches sales to know about. Remember, not everything from a brand will be discounted at the same rate.

1. Amazfit: Up to 20% off gym windows
2. apple: Up to 25% off Apple Watches
3. Fitbit: Up to 44% off fitness trackers
4. Garmin: Up to 45% off smartwatches and fitness trackers
5. Samsung: Up to 26% off Galaxy smartwatches

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He is an NBC Select reporter who covers technology and fitness, including stories about fitness trackers, ear-defying headphones and point-and-shoot cameras. I’ve been testing smartwatches and fitness trackers for years, comparing top brands to new brands on a regular basis. For this story, I checked smartwatch prices and pricing history across Amazon and other retailers to find the best deals.

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