16-05-2025
Garmin's Fanciest Smartwatch Is $200 Off at REI Right Now
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Garmin has established itself as the go-to smartwatch brand for serious athletes. At the top of the brand's offerings is the Fenix 8, a multi-sport smartwatch that's more rugged and feature-dense than anything else on the market.
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But, with a price tag of $1,000 to $1,200, the Fenix 8's best-in-class features don't come cheap. Right now, however, REI is offering a rare discount on the ultra-high-end gadget for their Anniversary Sale, slashing $200 off three Fenix 8 models (the AMOLED, Solar Sapphire, and AMOLED Sapphire). This brings the starting price down to $800 for the most affordable version, the 47mm Fenix 8 AMOLED. Just be sure to take advantage of these savings somewhat quickly: the sale ends on June 16.
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The Fenix 8 has two variants: The Fenix 8 AMOLED, which features a bright, crystal clear display, the Fenix 8 Solar, which features a solar-charged display. Both variants also come in Sapphire tims, which add a scratch-resistant sapphire lens. The primary difference is of course battery life: The Solar offers up to 48 days of battery life while the AMOLED offers up to 29 days.
The watches also come in 47 or 51mm options (there's also a 43mm option, but most colorways in this size are sold out).
In both Fenix 8 models, the features list is as long as an ultra marathon (see them all here). Some highlights include Garmin's famous GPS capabilities and robust navigation systems for off-the-grid runs, hikes or bike rides. It delivers all the health monitoring systems you'd expect from a high-end fitness watch and provides insight to your readiness levels before workouts and your stamina level throughout.
You also get a flashlight on the watch, as well as speakers and a microphone for making calls. The build quality is extremely tough, and the watch can dive up 40 meters.
If you're looking for a top-of-the-line fitness watch, be sure to grab a Fenix 8 now while it's on sale at REI.
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