7 Best Garmin Watches, Chosen by the Esquire Editors

When buying a new Garmin watch, there are some things you can take as a given. They all share a basic feature set that includes GPS, health tracking, and Garmin Pay. When deciding which one is right for you, these are the differences to focus on.

Size and Weight: Figuring out how big of a watchcase you want is a great place to start when shopping for Garmins. Since each model only comes in certain sizes, this will help narrow the playing field. Weight can also be a make-or-break, so be sure you aren’t getting something too heavy or light.

Screen: Not all screens are made equal. If you want the crispest, most high-tech display Garmin offers, pick a watch with an AMOLED face. If you want a solar-charging screen, you will have to sacrifice fidelity.

ATM Ratings: While other waterproof products we’ve reviewed use the IP system to communicate dust and water resistance, Garmin uses ATM. The abbreviation for “atmosphere” indicates how deep an electronic can be submerged. Every one ATM is about ten meters, meaning the 5 ATM watches can safely descend 50 meters and the 10 ATM watches can take about twice that amount of atmospheric pressure and depth.

Design and Colorway: Don’t let all the jargon fool you. One of the most important decision-making factors in watch buying is how it looks.