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Best Pixel Watch Deals: Take Advantage of the Latest Discounts and Trade-in Offers on Our Favorite Android Smartwatch

Best Pixel Watch Deals: Take Advantage of the Latest Discounts and Trade-in Offers on Our Favorite Android Smartwatch

Yahoo25-02-2025
The latest Pixel Watch has new features and a similar price tag to previous models, meaning it's not the cheapest to pick up. There aren't many new deals available, but savings are still possible. If you have an older Android smartwatch, you can opt for a trade-in offer and save hundreds on an upgrade -- so you can walk away with the Pixel Watch 3 for less.
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The Pixel Watch 3 launched in September 2024, quickly earning CNET's top spot for the favorite Android smartwatch. Combining advanced fitness tracking capabilities with convenient smart features, this wearable has a lot to offer.
Amazon and several other retailers are only offering some small direct discounts, but you can score some substantial savings with an eligible trade-in or activation of a new line at select carriers. If the latest Pixel 3 is still a little out of your budget, there are also some deals on more affordable previous-gen models. With that in mind, we've rounded up the best places to get your hands on the Google Pixel 3 for less. We'll continue to update this page as offers come and go.
The Pixel Watch is available with or without cellular connectivity, and it comes in a couple of different sizes. Here's how pricing breaks down for the latest model, the Pixel Watch 3:
41mm Pixel Watch 3 (Wi-Fi): $350
41mm Pixel Watch 3 (cellular): $450
45mm Pixel Watch 3 (Wi-Fi): $400
45mm Pixel Watch 3 (cellular): $500
You can still get the previous-gen Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 if you know where to look, and these often cost a bit less since they are no longer the latest model.
These Pixel Watch deals will help you get your hands on one without paying full price. We've gathered the best Pixel Watch deals from retailers and carriers to help you find one with extra savings.
One of the biggest differences between the Watch 3 and other models is that the Pixel Watch 3 is available in two sizes, a larger 45mm version and the original 41mm size. And you now no longer need to pay to see your Fitbit Readiness Score, giving you a score out of 100 regarding things like sleep, activity and more. This watch is focused on running, helping with things like pace.
Best Buy has knocked $48 off the Pixel Watch 3 in champagne gold, which reduces the price to $302. In addition, the tech retailer runs a trade-in program where you can save even more in exchange for your old smartwatch.
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There are currently no straight price cuts for the Pixel Watch 3 from Google. However, you can save up to $350 when you trade in another similar device. And if you choose to add the 4G LTE plan to your new watch, Google is offering two years of data for free.
See at Google
Amazon has knocked $48 off the Pixel Watch 3 in champagne gold. This includes the 41mm model with Wi-Fi only, saving you 14% off its regular price.
See at Amazon
Target has no deals currently and very little stock. The only savings available is using a Target Circle™ Card* to score a 5% discount on the purchase.
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If you purchase the Google Pixel Watch 3, you can save up to $450 with trade-in offers via Verizon. The exact trade-in amount depends on the condition, year and brand of the device.
See at Verizon
Purchase two of the Pixel Watch 3 (or any Pixel Watch) on a 36-month installment plan at AT&T, and you'll get up to $450 off the starting price of the pair. You must add at least one new line and activate both watches on your wireless plan to get the savings, which will be in bill credits over 36 months.
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Those adding a compatible device (like the Pixel Watch 3) at T-Mobile can save up to $110 on the Pixel Watch 3; it will score you the 41mm model for just over $4.59 per month. The discount is applied as bill credits over 24 months.
See at T-Mobile
The Pixel Watch 2 is no longer the latest model in Google's stable, but it's still a solid smartwatch and can be found at a discount if you know where to look.
Google will take some cash off the price if you trade in an older smartwatch. The exact amount depends on what you are trading in. The newer your trade-in device is, the more you can save.
See at Google
The Pixel Watch 2 lists for $250 at Best Buy, which is the standard price for the model. No further deals are available. The only way to save more is if you have an older smartwatch to trade in.
See at Best Buy
The original Pixel Watch is a little more difficult to come by these days, especially at a price worth paying considering the newer models are often discounted. It's still possible to get the original watch refurbished at a cheaper rate, so it's well worth looking at if you are on a tight budget.
If you're considering a Pixel Watch but don't want to spend a fortune on the newest model, choosing a refurbished model is one way to save a decent chunk of change. Back Market has refurbished OG Pixel Watches from just $65. It's a cheaper way to dip your toes into the smartwatch waters.
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*All information about the Target Circle Card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuer.
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