Best Prime Day smartwatch deals: recap
Amazon Prime Day was definitely a great time to score a brand-new smartwatch. There were plenty of generous Prime Day smartwatch deals that dropped some of the best smartwatches on the market to new all-time lows. And even if your favorite smartwatch wasn't selling at a new record-low price, chances are it was heavily discounted, making it a much more tempting option.
Now that the shopping bonanza is behind us, it's time for a quick recap of what the best smartwatch deals during Prime Day were. So, let's not waste any more time and dive right in.
Now that the shopping bonanza is behind us, it's time for a quick recap of what the best smartwatch deals during Prime Day were. So, let's not waste any more time and dive right in.
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Prime Day deals on Apple Watches
An Apple Watch on a wrist | Image by PhoneArena
During Prime Day 2026, Apple users had some incredible opportunities to upgrade their wrist game. Amazon knocked 20% off the 40mm GPS version of the affordable Apple Watch SE 3, dropping it below $200. It was the best choice for anyone who wanted to experience what it's like owning an Apple Watch but didn't want to overspend, and who didn't need premium features like ECG or temperature sensing.
Meanwhile, those looking for the full package of watchOS features were able to score a massive 30% discount on the 46mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11. Translated to dollars, that equated to $120 off, allowing shoppers to secure one for just south of $280.
Interestingly, the rugged Apple Watch Ultra 3 also saw a hefty Prime Day markdown this year. It was available for $150 less, which brought it down to an attractive sub-$650 price tag. As for those after style rather than the latest features, the ultra-premium, gold-colored titanium Apple Watch Series 10 with its matching Milanese loop stole the show with a whopping $300 markdown. Even though it's an older model, getting that specific luxury-tier model for less than $500 made it one of the absolute standout deals of the entire event.
Meanwhile, those looking for the full package of watchOS features were able to score a massive 30% discount on the 46mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11. Translated to dollars, that equated to $120 off, allowing shoppers to secure one for just south of $280.
Interestingly, the rugged Apple Watch Ultra 3 also saw a hefty Prime Day markdown this year. It was available for $150 less, which brought it down to an attractive sub-$650 price tag. As for those after style rather than the latest features, the ultra-premium, gold-colored titanium Apple Watch Series 10 with its matching Milanese loop stole the show with a whopping $300 markdown. Even though it's an older model, getting that specific luxury-tier model for less than $500 made it one of the absolute standout deals of the entire event.
Prime Day deals on Galaxy Watches
A Galaxy Watch on a wrist | Image by PhoneArena
Prime Day brought hefty discounts on Galaxy Watches, too. In fact, all of the latest high-end models were selling at deep price cuts. Amazon slashed a generous 38% off the sleek, feature-heavy Galaxy Watch 8, dropping its price by $132 and allowing shoppers to snag it for just under $219. Those after a more premium aesthetic had the chance to snatch the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic at a sweet $165 markdown. This 33% discount brought the luxury-feeling timepiece down to just under $335, making it a no-brainer purchase.
Meanwhile, power users could snatch the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) for a whopping $215 off its price, bringing it down to a new all-time low. This allowed shoppers to get Sammy's top-of-the-line watch for under $435. At the same time, the previous-generation Galaxy Watch 7 served as the perfect budget-friendly option for cost-conscious Samsung users. Buyers were able to score the larger 44mm model equipped with LTE connectivity for $125 off.
Meanwhile, power users could snatch the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) for a whopping $215 off its price, bringing it down to a new all-time low. This allowed shoppers to get Sammy's top-of-the-line watch for under $435. At the same time, the previous-generation Galaxy Watch 7 served as the perfect budget-friendly option for cost-conscious Samsung users. Buyers were able to score the larger 44mm model equipped with LTE connectivity for $125 off.
Prime Day deals on Garmin smartwatches
A close-up of the Garmin Venu 3 | Image by PhoneArena
It was a wonderful time to be on the hunt for a new Garmin smartwatch this Prime Day. The premium Garmin fēnix 8 Pro with an AMOLED display was a whopping $350 off on Amazon, letting shoppers get Garmin's flagship timepiece for just under $950. For those seeking an even bigger bargain, the standard 43mm fēnix 8 was marked down by $250, dropping it below $850. Meanwhile, the battery king Garmin Enduro 3 fell to an all-time low price just south of $750 after a $150 discount.
If that wasn't enough, Amazon cut the price of the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm Sapphire Edition by a whopping 50%, letting buyers score the $500-off wearable for under $500. Additionally, those who wanted a lifestyle smartwatch had the chance to get the Garmin Venu X1 for $100 off its price.
What's more, the Garmin Venu 3 and its smaller sibling, the Venu 3S, were also available for less. The former was selling for $132 off, while the latter was available at a $100 discount. The rugged 45mm Garmin Instinct 3 with an AMOLED screen became an incredibly tempting choice, too. Dropping below the $300 threshold thanks to a sweet $150 discount, it gave adventurers a highly durable watch boasting an 18-day battery life at a bargain price.
If that wasn't enough, Amazon cut the price of the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm Sapphire Edition by a whopping 50%, letting buyers score the $500-off wearable for under $500. Additionally, those who wanted a lifestyle smartwatch had the chance to get the Garmin Venu X1 for $100 off its price.
What's more, the Garmin Venu 3 and its smaller sibling, the Venu 3S, were also available for less. The former was selling for $132 off, while the latter was available at a $100 discount. The rugged 45mm Garmin Instinct 3 with an AMOLED screen became an incredibly tempting choice, too. Dropping below the $300 threshold thanks to a sweet $150 discount, it gave adventurers a highly durable watch boasting an 18-day battery life at a bargain price.
Prime Day deals on Pixel watches
A close-up of the Pixel Watch 4 | Image by PhoneArena
Google fans also had a great Prime Day opportunity to upgrade their wrists. Amazon knocked a generous $100 off the larger 45mm LTE Pixel Watch 4, allowing shoppers to score this premium, feature-packed lifestyle smartwatch for just under $400. At the same time, users with smaller wrists were able to secure a sweet 17% discount on the more compact 41mm Wi-Fi-only variant, which dropped by $60 to offer the exact same elegant aesthetic and top-tier tracking features at a much friendlier price point.
Which was the right watch to buy on Prime Day?
If you were an Apple user or an outdoor enthusiast, going for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 was a no-brainer. After all, Apple created the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for iPhone users with active lifestyles. If you didn't lead an active lifestyle, the best move was to get an Apple Watch Series 11.
It was the exact same thing if you wanted to buy a Galaxy Watch. People with active lifestyles wanting a Galaxy Watch should have gone for the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), while those who weren't outdoor enthusiasts were better off going for the Galaxy Watch 8 or Galaxy Watch 8 Classic.
It was the exact same thing if you wanted to buy a Galaxy Watch. People with active lifestyles wanting a Galaxy Watch should have gone for the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), while those who weren't outdoor enthusiasts were better off going for the Galaxy Watch 8 or Galaxy Watch 8 Classic.
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