Garmin sale: I've spotted 6 deals cheaper now than on Black Friday - here's where to find them
New Year, New You? Whether you're looking to run more, lift more, or just get more steps in, a tracker in the Garmin sale can help you keep an eye on your progress
With the biggest sale of the year now gone, you wouldn't be blamed for thinking the next Garmin sale would be on Boxing Day and in January, but I'm here to tell you there are still chances to save. More so than on Black Friday, for some devices in the Forerunner, Venu, and Vivoactive collections.
To help you find 'the one' before the new year, I've gathered all the discounts worth noting into this one guide. If you're looking to take your workouts more seriously in 2026 - or shop for someone who is - then finding your best Garmin watch will be an early win for your fitness goals. With advanced insights into over 40 different workouts, including ground contact time and vertical oscillation to help runners improve their performance, one of these fitness trackers can truly make a difference.
Update on 17/12/2025: I updated this article with new December deals, focusing on savings above 20% and on the most popular models, including the Forerunner, Venu, Vivoactive, and Fenix ranges.
Where to shop the Garmin sale
- Amazon: Great savings on the Forerunner 265, Vivoactive 5, Forerunner 55, and more.
- Go Outdoors: Save on the Fenix, Instinct, Forerunner, and more when you sign up to be a Member.
- Very: Discounts of up to £125 on the Fenix, Vivoactive, and Venu collections.
- Currys: New savings on the Forerunner and Venu smartwatches.
- Blacks: Brand new deal on the Forerunner 570 running watch.
Best deals in the Garmin sale
Forerunner
Vivoactive
Fenix
Venu
Which Garmin watch should I buy in the sale?
I have three Garmin watches that I'd recommend to anyone - and two of them are in the Garmin sale this December. Firstly, the Garmin Vivoactive 6 is my favourite for those who enjoy all workouts, from running to Pilates. It has over 40 workout modes, nap detection, and all-day stress tracking, among other impressively advanced features, and it all comes wrapped up in a sporty and lightweight design.
The second is the Garmin Forerunner 265. This is my favourite running watch, with its advanced metrics built into every running profile - including ground contact time, vertical oscillation, and power. The smaller size comes in fun pink or green options, unique to the 265, which is another bonus.
My third recommendation is the Garmin Venu 4. However, this one is unlikely to be in the Garmin sale this year as it's a brand-new release.
As always, though, it's important to weigh up your options. For example, take a look at the Garmin Vivoactive vs Venu collections as these are similar in many ways - and very different in others.
What watches won't be in the Garmin sale?
I haven't seen any newly released Garmin watches in the sales this year. That means you're unlikely to see a deal on the Garmin Venu 4, X1, Forerunner 970, or Fenix 8 Pro before the festive seasonal savings begin next month.
Today, I did spot a saving on the Forerunner 570 at Go Outdoors for members, released also only very recently, in a stunning dark purple colourway.
However, you will find older models of these collections at a discount. If a watch has been on sale for at least a year, it'll likely be in the Garmin sale. The only exception to this is the Vivoactive 6, which was only released in April, but already has a minor discount at Amazon.
How does the Garmin sale compare to other fitness tracker deals?
This month, the best savings are on watches from Garmin as the fitness trackers are stocked at so many retailers. Amazon is offering some decent savings on the Forerunner and Vivoactive ranges, which I'd recommend to anyone looking to improve their fitness in the new year through running, cardio, and strength training workouts.
However, there are naturally better deals for those looking to buy a smartwatch. You could also shop for one of the many excellent Fitbit deals on offer. Quickly, a smartwatch and fitness tracker are largely the same thing, but you can normally use your watch as a replacement for your phone with a smartwatch. Most good smartwatches can make and receive phone calls and be used for music playback via Bluetooth, for example.
Garmin watches are fitness trackers with some smartwatch features, but the Apple Watch Series 10 and 11, or the Google Pixel Watch 4, are smartwatches. There are also deals on these over the sale, so they are also worth exploring.
Those more interested in sleep and stress data should look at weighing up Garmin vs Oura Ring, with great savings on both.
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