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The Best Fitness Tracker to Buy Right Now -- Apple Watches, Fitbits, Galaxy Fit and More

By Amy Sheridan 6:57 PM PST, February 11, 2021

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Working out at home is still the safest option right now and with warmer weather on its way, fitness trackers are one of the best motivators for moving. Whether you're an athlete or looking to have a more active lifestyle, a fitness tracker watch is a great way to stay on top of your progress.

Fitness trackers and smartwatches can be useful to wear for evening strolls, intense at-home workouts or just all day, every day. To help you choose the right one, we have gathered styles that range in features and price that'll fit your needs. You'll find a variety of choices such as Fitbits, the fan favorite Apple Watch and the affordable Samsung Galaxy Fit.

Ahead, shop ET Style's top picks of the best fitness tracker to buy right now.

Coros Apex Multisport GPS Watch

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Coros Apex Multisport GPS Watch

The Coros Apex is a great running watch. This durable, waterproof tracker with GPS will keep up with any athlete in any weather. In addition to heart rate monitor, smart device notification and sleep tracking, this watch has over 200 preloaded exercises, Advanced Training Analysis and Recovery Advisor. It also has a Back-to-Start feature that lets you trace back your steps. The Coros software introduces new activity modes and features throughout the year.

$350 AT REI

Apple Watch Series 6

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Apple Watch Series 6

This New Apple Watch Series 6 gives you deeper insights on your fitness tracking --it monitors your oxygen, ECG, and steps all at once! The enhanced Apple watch has an Always-On Retina display larger than the last watch.

$369 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $399)

Garmin Vivoactive 4S

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Garmin Vivoactive 4S

The Garmin Vivoactive 4S fitness tracker is currently $100 off. This stylish smartwatch monitors body energy levels, hydration, menstrual cycle, has sleep tracking capabilities and more. It also has GPS, workouts and music playlists.

$270 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $350)

Samsung Galaxy Fit

Best Buy

Samsung Galaxy Fit

Monitor multiple fitness activities, measure distance and steps, and track time, activity and sleep. The fitness tracker can be synced to select Apple and Android devices. It's water-resistant as well.

$100 AT BEST BUY

Withings Steel HR Sport Hybrid Smartwatch

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Withings Steel HR Sport Hybrid Smartwatch

This watch is not only smart but water resistant and has a 25 day battery life!

$200 AT AMAZON

Garmin Forerunner 245 GPS Smartwatch

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Garmin Forerunner 245 GPS Smartwatch

The Garmin Forerunner 245 GPS Smartwatch is one of the top fitness trackers for runners. This smartwatch also sync up with you music streaming service like Spotify. This Garmin smartwatch evaluates your current training status to let you know if you are if you’re undertraining or overdoing it.

$319 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $350)

Fitbit Versa 2 Smartwatch

Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch

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Fitbit Versa 2 Smartwatch

A Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch with Heart Rate, Music, Alexa Built-In, Sleep and even Swim Tracking. This Fitbit Smartwatch is the ultimate tracker to keep you right on track with whatever your wellness and fitness goal is.

$180 AT AMAZON

Wyze Band Activity Tracker

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Wyze Band Activity Tracker

This WYZE Band Activity Tracker has Amazon Alexa built-in which allows you to do everything from controlling your smart devices to checking the weather. This WYZE Band Activity Tracker is a steal, so get it while supplies last.

$27 AT AMAZON

Fitbit Charge 4

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Fitbit Charge 4

The Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker comes with a built-in GPS, a heart rate monitor and both sleep and swimming tracking ability.

$148 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $150)

Garmin Forerunner 235, GPS Running Watch

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Garmin Forerunner 235, GPS Running Watch

This Garmin fitness tracker is a versatile running watch can be customized for your workout needs. It also features smart notifications -- you can connect it to your smartphone to receive emails, text messages and call alerts. Shop now to get the Garmin Forerunner 235 for almost $100 off the original price.

$153 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $250)

Letsfit Smart Watch, Fitness Tracker

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Letsfit Smart Watch, Fitness Tracker

This Letsfit Smart Watch Fitness Tracker is affordable and functional allowing you to monitor your steps, control your music, call and receive messages, all while enjoy up to 10 days of battery life.

$32 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $36)

Fitbit Ionic Watch

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Fitbit Ionic Watch

With a built-in GPS system to track distance, pace and routes, this Fitbit fitness tracker is a water resistant smartwatch that also tracks your heart rate, offers access to hundreds of apps and lasts at least four days without charging.

$199 AT AMAZON

Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch

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Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch

The Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle Stainless Steel Touchscreen Smartwatch looks stylish, gives audible notifications and is powered with Wear OS by Google.

$240 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $295)

Fitbit Inspire 2

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Fitbit Inspire 2

The Fitbit Inspire 2 is a great option if you want a no-fuss fitness tracker with slim design that's under $100. The wearable device has a 24/7 heart rate tracker and up to 10 days of battery life. Standout features include breathing sessions, menstrual health tracking, on-screen smartphone notification and more than 20 exercise modes for real-time workout stats. Plus, it's swim-proof. Get a 12-month free trial of Fitbit Premium with the Fitbit app for personalized guidance, additional insight and sleep tools. If you want even more features and a bigger face, try the Fitbit Versa 3.

$88 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $100)

Garmin Vivosmart 4

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Garmin Vivosmart 4

The Garmin Vivosmart 4 has all the essential fitness features activity tracking, sleep monitoring (light, deep and REM stages), heart rate tracking, all-day stress tracking and body energy monitoring. This fitness watch uses the heart rate data and VO2 max reading -- the maximum amount of oxygen utilized during exercise -- to estimate your fitness level. You can also set up vibration notification alerts for your phone and keep it on while swimming or showering.

$130 AT GARMIN

Kate Spade Scallop Sport Metal and Silicone Touchscreen Smartwatch

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Kate Spade Scallop Sport Metal and Silicone Touchscreen Smartwatch

Fashion meets function in this Kate Spade Scallop Sport Metal and Silicone Smartwatch with touch screen, smartphone compatibility and heart rate and activity tracking.

$204 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $278)

Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) 40mm Gold Aluminum Case with Pink Sand Sport Band - Gold

Best Buy

Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS) 40mm Gold Aluminum Case with Pink Sand Sport Band - Gold

Get a Free 6 months of Apple Fitness+ with this purchase.

$399 AT BEST BUY

Movado Connect 2.0 Unisex Powered with Wear OS by Google

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Movado Connect 2.0 Unisex Powered with Wear OS by Google

This fashionable Movado smartwatch comes powered with Wear OS by Google and is Android/Apple iOS compatible.

$399 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $495)

Garmin Vívomove 3S Hybrid Smartwatch

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Garmin Vívomove 3S Hybrid Smartwatch

The Garmin Vívomove 3S Hybrid Smartwatch has real watch hands and a hidden touchscreen display. The watch style pictured above is gold with a rose case and band, but there are nine other color options as well for this activity tracker.

$181 AT AMAZON (REGULARLY $250)