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Add The New York Post on Google I’ve spent the last three years testing some of the most in-demand wearables on the market.

From the Oura Ring 4 to the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the ever-popular Apple Watch, I’ve learned what actually makes a wearable worth wearing every single day.

And considering how fast fitness-tracking tech has exploded in recent years, there’s plenty to sort through.

First: most of these devices don’t come cheap. Wearables can easily run north of $1,000 — just look at advanced performance models like the Garmin Epix Pro.

But during major sales like Amazon Prime Day, you can find some of these devices for significantly less.

Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs from June 23 to 26, offering Prime members up to $500 off select fitness trackers and wearables from top brands, including Fitbit, Google and more.

I’ve spent hours digging through Amazon’s best wearable deals to find the brands actually worth your money — devices that track everything from sleep and stress to steps and heart rate variability, while still being comfortable and sleek enough for all-day wear.

Here at The Post, we don’t just diligently fact-check to call out fake news — we also relentlessly price-check to get you inflation-beating bargains you can trust. Before we recommend a single Prime Day purchase, our experienced bargain hunters put every “deal” through our price-checking gauntlet:

Below, you’ll find my carefully vetted picks for the best Prime Day fitness tracker deals that actually deliver— not just the data, but the real value.

Stay ahead of your heart health with the Fitbit Sense, a user-friendly smartwatch designed for anyone new to fitness tracking. It continuously monitors key health signals (including heart rhythm, electrodermal activity, and skin temperature) to give you real-time insights.

This is Google’s cleanest swing yet at the smartwatch space. The Pixel Watch 4 doubles down on simplicity — no clutter, not overdesigned — just a sleek fitness tracker that quietly becomes part of your daily routine.

Looking for a budget smartwatch? This style from SENBONO offers a 1.83-inch HD display, Bluetooth calling and built-in Alexa. With 120-plus sport modes, heart rate tracking and IP68 waterproofing, it’s a solid budget-friendly pick.

If you’re serious about training, the Garmin Forerunner 965 is built to perform. It tracks everything from heart rate and VO2 max to sleep and recovery, then distills it all into Garmin’s “Body Battery” so you know exactly how much energy you’ve got left. The AMOLED display is crisp, GPS is rock-solid, and the battery can last up to 23 days. It’s not flashy — but for athletes, it’s all function, no fluff.

The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) has a durable AMOLED display and supports advanced activities like skiing and bouldering. It tracks health metrics such as blood oxygen, heart rate variability, and sleep.

The Garmin vívoactive 5 combines a bright AMOLED display with Garmin’s trusted health and fitness tracking. Its lightweight design also offers strong battery life, multi-sport tracking and wellness insights for everyday training.

This budget Garmin smartwatch is currently under $300 and built for an active, outdoor lifestyle. It includes preloaded profiles for running, biking, swimming and more, making it a great choice for adventure enthusiasts.

If you’re already comfortable with Apple’s ecosystem and just need a push to stay consistent, the Apple Watch Series 11 has you covered. It quietly tracks your sleep, heart rate, workouts and recovery, while keeping your notifications, calls, and texts right on your wrist. Light, simple, and built for everyday wear —it makes staying on top of your fitness feel almost effortless.

This is the ultimate smartwatch for outdoor lovers. Whether you’re hiking or diving, the Ultra can handle it all.

The more compact SE is your best choice if you’re new to the smartwatch game but still want top health tracking features.

If you want a larger screen that’s easier to read, go with the Series 11, but with a 46mm screen — trust me, it makes a difference.

Admission: I can’t live without my Oura Ring Gen 4. It’s become part of my daily routine. It tracks 50+ health metrics like sleep, heart rate, HRV, stress, and activity, plus women’s health insights. What really stands out is the simplicity: a daily readiness score that tells you when to push or rest. It’s super comfortable, surprisingly powerful and still one of the best all-around recovery trackers out there. Not to mention that it looks like jewelry.

If you’re not ready to splurge on an Oura Ring, there are some alternatives. The Milivan slim 2.0 ring is equipped with an advanced 5.0 sensor, auto-measures heart rate, HRV, blood oxygen, blood pressure and stress every 30 minutes.

BOYACARE offers many of the same features as pricier brands — including heart rate, HRV, temperature and menstrual cycle tracking. These rings also monitor sleep stages and provide detailed monthly reports.

RingConn tracks key health metrics, including sleep, activity, heart rate, heart rate variability and blood oxygen, offering continuous wellness insights in a compact smart ring. Unlike the Oura Ring, RingConn does not require a subscription.

Prime Day is Amazon’s biggest sale of the year, offering deep discounts on bestsellers and everyday essentials. This year’s event runs from Tuesday, June 23 at 3 a.m. ET through Saturday, June 27 at 3 a.m. ET.

This year, shoppers can take advantage of four days of Prime Day deals: Tuesday, June 23 at 3 a.m. ET through Saturday, June 27 at 3 a.m. ET.

In addition to pushing up the sale to June, Amazon is including several new programs and promotions, including:

Prime Day and all its amazing discounts are exclusively available to Prime members. However interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits with no strings attached, and gain access to exclusive deals and the convenience of fast, free shipping.

From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that Prime Day is the ideal time to stock up on beauty and skincare staples, score big-ticket tech for less, bestselling vacuums, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers. Plus, since this year’s sale runs before the Fourth of July Americana-themed deals and summer hosting essentials.

We certainly think so! Prime Day is a great chance to score deals on thousands of best-sellers, top tech and appliances and every day essentials. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you only the very best items to grab on sale.

Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? We expect Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days sale event to return in fall 2026. Follow Post Wanted’s around-the-clock coverage, and you’ll be the first to know about headline-worthy sales. Click here to find all of the best deals.

This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.

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