The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Fitness Trackers and Watches
Black Friday sales officially kick off on Friday, November 28, and run through Cyber Monday, December 1. Before they end, Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price tracking tools.
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It’s safe to say that Black Friday sales season has already begun.We’ll keep you updated on all the first deals as they become available. This month, we’ve already seen deals from Garmin, Google (including Fitbit), and Coros. Now, Polar, Suunto, Oura, and Whoop have joined them.
To keep track of prices yourself, consider using these discount tracking tools , which will alert you when prices drop. They can also show price history when you find a good deal. (Our discount writer, Daniel Oropeza, who compiled this list, considers CamelCamelCamel one of the best. Personally, I like the Keepa browser plugin the best.)
Rings of Oura
Standard Oura titanium-plated rings are $100 to $150 off:
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Matte Black and Matte Silver – $299 (regular price $399)
Oura’s colored ceramic rings are currently off the market (?); they’re still priced at $499. The Oura 3 ring is on sale for less than the original price, but I don’t see any Black Friday deals; here’s the silver Heritage ring for $213.57.
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Whoop is an iconic, screenless wristband that tracks your workouts and recovery without looking like a watch. All three ( or rather, four ) Whoop subscription levels are now available:
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Whoop One with an older 4.0 device : $129 (regular price: $149). This option is only available at Whoop.com.
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Whoop One with 5.0 Device : $179 (regular price: $199). This option is not available on Whoop.com, but is available at retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.
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Whoop Peak with 5.0 Device : $199 (regular price $239). If you’re overwhelmed by the variety of options, this one will be the best fit for most people.
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Whoop Life with MG Device : $299 (regular price $359).
Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor
Polar chest heart rate monitors are among the best on the market, and the H10 is now $89.21, down from $104.95. Chest heart rate monitors are the most accurate way to measure heart rate , and heart rate monitors like the H10 can be paired with virtually any phone or fitness watch.
Polar also makes its own fitness watches, some of which are already available. I’d like to highlight one that looks like a decent entry-level option: the Polar Unite, priced at $136.43, up from $199.99.
Suunto Run sports watch
One of my favorite budget running watches is on sale: the Suunto Run , which I reviewed here and loved , is now on sale for just $199, down from $249. Several other Suunto watches are also discounted on Black Friday, including the Race S for $279 (regularly $349) and the Vertical for $339.15 (regularly $399).
Pixel Watch 4
The latest version of Google’s Pixel Watch is the Model 4, which I reviewed here . It typically retails for $349.99 to $499.99, depending on the size and whether it comes with cellular or non-cellular support. Currently, the Wi-Fi-only model is $50 off, while the LTE model is $100 off. This means you can get the LTE model for the same price as the Wi-Fi model.
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Pixel Watch 4 Wi-Fi 41mm : $299.99, Regular: $349.99
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Pixel Watch 4 Wi-Fi 45mm : $349.99, Regular: $399.99
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Pixel Watch 4 with LTE, 41mm : $349.99, regular model: $449.99
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Pixel Watch 4 with LTE, 45mm : $399.99, regular model: $499.99
If you’re interested in purchasing the previous model, you’re in luck. At the time of writing , select Pixel Watch 3 colors are on sale for $199.99 , $100 off the regular price.
Apple Watch Series 11
Last year, the Series 10 dropped to $329 on Black Friday. This year, the Series 11, the newest model, is available (read our tech editor Michelle Erhardt’s take here ). Here are the prices I’m seeing at the start of Black Friday:
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Apple Watch Series 11, 42mm with GPS only : $349 (regular price $399)
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Apple Watch Series 11, 46mm GPS-only : $379 (regular price $429)
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Apple Watch Series 11, 42mm with Cellular : $449 (regular price $499)
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Apple Watch Series 11, 46mm with Cellular : $479 (regular price $529)
Koros Pace 3
Coros doesn’t usually participate in major sales, but earlier this month the company released the Pace 4 for $249, which performed well in my review . This means the price of the Pace 3 has dropped, dropping from $229 to $199.
I really like the Pace 3 —a simple yet powerful running watch. The Pace Pro , the bigger version of the 3 and 4 with a larger screen and built-in maps, is also worth checking out. No other big-name watches offer maps in this price range, and the Pace Pro is now down from $349 to $299. Note that Coros seems to be dropping prices regularly , so this isn’t just a Black Friday sale.
Garmin Forerunner 55
The Garmin Forerunner 55 is the most basic running watch out there, and I have mixed feelings about it. It certainly doesn’t have many of the features found in other entry-level Garmin Forerunner models, like the 165. But it does its basic job of tracking runs very well, and I’ve always thought that if Garmin could get the price down to $99, I’d be praising it. However, they’ve never gone that low.
The original sticker price was $199.99, but it’s now often hovering around $169.99. It’s currently tied for the lowest price I’ve seen before: $149.99 . This watch isn’t getting any younger, and I imagine Garmin, if they’re smart, will consider lowering the price even further this Black Friday.
Garmin Forerunner 165: $50 off
The Forerunner 165 is Garmin’s most comfortable entry-level watch. Our regular marathoner, Meredith Dietz, raves about the 165 Music . Its sister model, the 165 (same model, but without the offline music storage feature), made my list of the best budget running watches .
Since it’s available in two versions, pay attention to the differences. The music version typically costs $50 more. The version without music storage typically costs $249, while the version with it costs $299. I previously mentioned that I’d be keeping an eye out for another price drop to $199.99, like last year’s Black Friday. And here it is! The Forerunner 165 costs $199.99 , while the Forerunner 165 Music costs $249.99 .
Garmin Forerunner 265 and 965: $150 off
If I’m confusing you with all these models, here’s a clarification that will help you figure it out. In any case, the 265 and 965 are still great watches, and I already wrote that you can count on a discount of over $100 on them this year. It looks like my wish came true: the 265 is now on sale for $299.99 (a $150 discount), and the 965 is for $449.99 (also a $150 discount).
Fitbit Charge 6
The Fitbit Charge 6 currently costs $99.95. It’s listed at $159.95, but it’s often sold for significantly less, and during major sales, the price sometimes drops to almost $100. That’s exactly what’s happening now—I haven’t seen it cheaper than this yet. The Charge 6 isn’t the best option, but it fulfills the requirements of a basic tracker that you don’t want to think about. If you just want to track your steps without having to worry about choosing a model, it’s a great choice.
Which stores have the biggest discounts on Black Friday?
With both large retailers and small businesses competing for Black Friday shoppers, you can expect sales at virtually every store until Monday, December 1, 2025. The “best” discounts depend on your needs, but in general, the biggest discounts tend to be offered by large retailers that can afford lower prices, such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and Home Depot. You can find all the best sales from major retailers on our blog .
Are Black Friday deals worth it?
In short, yes, Black Friday still offers deals you rarely see the rest of the year. If you’re shopping or looking for gifts, now is the time to look for deals on essentials, especially tech , home goods , and fitness equipment . Of course, if you’re looking to save money, the best way to save is to buy nothing.
Are Cyber Monday deals better than Black Friday?
Black Friday used to favor large retailers and higher-end appliances, while Cyber Monday favored cheaper appliances and gave small businesses a chance to compete online. However, today, this distinction has become virtually meaningless. Every major retailer runs sales on both days, so it’s best to know what you need, use price trackers, or consult guides like our blog , which uses price trackers, and not worry about finding the perfect time.