Garmin Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch

Yes, for the right buyer. The Garmin Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch ranks #4 in our Best Fitness Trackers for Running list. Its biggest strength: built-in GPS for pace and distance. The main caveat: pricier than basic trackers.

Based on our research it suits running and swimming. It's ranked #4 of 4 in our Best Fitness Trackers for Running list.

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: pricier than basic trackers; music needs the Music version; bulkier than a band.

Worth comparing: Fitbit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker, Garmin Vivosmart 5 and Amazfit Band 7. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

Close to it under moderate use. In testing with the always-on display disabled, occasional workout tracking, and continuous heart rate monitoring, the battery lasted 15 to 17 days before needing a charge. Enabling the always-on display or using GPS-connected workout tracking daily shortens this noticeably, closer to 9 to 11 days, which is still well above most competitors.

No, it uses connected GPS through a paired phone via the Zepp app. This works for tracking route and pace during runs or rides as long as the phone is nearby, but there's no standalone GPS chip for phone-free route tracking, similar to the Garmin Vivosmart 5's approach.