Best Black Friday Smartwatch Deals: Fitbit, Apple Watch, Garmin, And More
Yes, the Black Friday smartwatch discounts are already in effect. Retailers offer discounts on all popular brands such as Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin and Samsung Galaxy Watch.
But not all smartwatch deals are actually actual savings. In fact, sometimes the prices advertised on Black Friday are no different from the prices we've seen throughout the year. With that in mind, we've compiled a list of the best Black Friday smartwatch deals so you can be sure the price drops are legit.
We're already seeing big discounts on sports watches from the likes of Fitbit and Garmin, as well as some elusive Apple Watch deals. Looking for better tech deals? Check out PCWorld's full coverage of Black Friday.
The best Black Friday smartwatch deals
We're seeing legitimate smartwatch discounts at online retailers like Amazon, BestBuy, and Walmart, but it's still early days, so stay tuned for more Black Friday deals this year.
- Fitbit Versa 3, Multiple Colors Available / 40mm, $144.07 (37% off at Amazon)
- Fitbit Versa 2, Carbon Black / 40mm, $99.95 (33% off at BestBuy)
- Fitbit Sense Advanced Smart Watch, Multiple Colors Available, 40mm, $139.95 (44% Off Best Buy)
- Apple Watch Series 8 Black / 45mm , $379.00 (12% off at Amazon)
- Apple Watch SE (1st Generation) Silver Blue/40mm, $249 (19% off at Walmart)
- Apple Watch Ultra, Multiple Colors Available / 49mm, $739.00 (8% off at Amazon)
- Garmin Venu Black/ 43mm $199.99 (43% off at Amazon)
- Garmin Forerunner 45 Black/42mm $118.99 (30% off at BestBuy)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Black / 44mm $149.00 (43% Off At Walmart)
- Google Pixel Watch, Black/42mm, $299.99 (BestBuy 14% off).
Amazon is offering a great price on the Fitbit Versa 3, a solid fitness tracker that's currently on sale for 32% off. Walmart also has the lowest prices on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic.
If you're an Apple fan, you're in luck. Retailers are discounting the Apple Watch SE, including the Apple Watch SE, which is on sale at Walmart for 19% off, and the Apple Watch Series 8 for 12% off at Amazon. If that weren't enough, for the first time since its launch earlier this year, the Apple Watch Ultra is on sale on Amazon at an 8% discount. Apple products are rarely on sale, so this is one of the few options you'll have for this smartwatch on sale.
For those more connected to the Google ecosystem, the new Google Pixel Watch is on sale for the first time at 14% off on the Best Buy website.
FAQs
Should you buy smartwatches on Black Friday?
Decidedly! Black Friday is a great time to score some great deals on smartwatches, including sports watches from Fitbit, Google and Garmin, as well as more feature-packed watches with apps from Apple and Samsung. But often some sellers Mark consumer products as Black Friday discounts when in reality the price reduction is just the average sale price. At PCWorld, we do our best to highlight deals that meet only two criteria: the product itself is something we'd like to buy, and the price of the product is at or below the lowest tier.
Does Black Friday offer low-quality smartwatches?
No, there's nothing wrong with selling smartwatches on Black Friday. However, the smartwatches on sale during Black Friday may be a little dated; for example, a 2020 or 2021 model will still be available in 2022. But it's all relative, and we only recommend smartwatches that are priced based on watch features and overall cost.
What should I look for in a Black Friday smartwatch deal?
There are several things to consider when buying a smartwatch. First, you need to make sure that the smartwatch is compatible with your smartphone's operating system. Buying an Apple Watch only to realize it won't work with your Android phone, to say the least.
Next, you need to decide which features you want to see on your smartwatch. Are you a fitness lover? So choosing a smartwatch with fitness tracking features like exercise tracking, heart rate tracking, and GPS is a great option. Fitbit and Garmin are the leaders here.
Or are you looking for a smartwatch with a large library of apps? In that case, your best bet is to go for the Apple Watch or Samsung Galaxy models as they have the largest list of apps available. Another feature to keep in mind is the customization options. Things like interchangeable bands and color options can be important if you want your smartwatch to look different.
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What are the best smartwatch deals since Black Friday?
We are currently seeing good deals from BestBuy, Amazon and Walmart. All popular brands are discounted, especially Fitbit and Garmin. As Black Friday approaches, the number of smartwatches on sale is likely to increase, with retailers offering discounts on more items.
When is Black Friday?
Black Friday 2022 falls on Friday November 25th. However, many retailers have already started offering big discounts on smartwatches.
