Prices last checked 10 November 2026 · We may earn a commission
None of the 50 Garmin prices we track is cheaper than in early November yet. We'll flag real discounts here as soon as prices drop. How we check.
Black Friday Garmin deals on Forerunner 165, 265 and 965 running watches, the Fenix 8 and Instinct 3 adventure watches, the Venu 3 smartwatch and the Edge 540 and 840 bike computers. Each one is compared with the lowest price we logged for it in early November.
When Garmin launches a newer model, the previous one often sees the biggest real cuts. A deep discount on an older Forerunner or Edge can be better value than a small one on the latest version, as long as it has the features you need.
Forerunner models suit runners, Fenix and Instinct suit hiking and multisport, and Venu is the most smartwatch-like. Check battery life in GPS mode and whether you need offline maps. Older generations often get the biggest real discounts.
Watch for Black Friday traps. Garmin keeps older models on sale alongside newer ones, and names can look very similar, so check the model number before buying. Bundles with a heart rate strap or speed and cadence sensors can be good value, but only if you would buy those extras anyway. "Was" prices can come from a short period at a higher price, which is why we compare with early November instead.
If you run, cycle or train seriously, a watch with longer battery life and training metrics is worth paying for. For everyday fitness and notifications, a Venu or entry-level Forerunner is often enough. Read how we check prices to see how our verdicts work.
Amazon has not announced its 2026 Black Friday Week yet. Last year it ran from 20 November to 1 December; we'll update this line for Garmin when the 2026 dates are confirmed.
See the saleArgos started its Black Friday sale on 30 October, with more deals expected. Garmin watches with its price guarantee badge are promised not to drop further before Christmas.
See the saleCurrys' Black Friday sale has been live since 28 October and is reported to run to 1 December. Its price promise matches a cheaper UK retailer on Garmin up to 7 days after you buy.
See the saleGarmin's UK Black Friday sale is showing on garmin.com now, with free delivery over £30; we'll add the end date once Garmin publishes it.
See the saleHalfords' Black Friday 2026 deals are live, and Motoring Club Premium members get an extra 5% off selected items, which can include Garmin dash cams and sat navs.
See the saleJohn Lewis has not confirmed its 2026 Black Friday start date, but tech deals are already live. Its Price Promise matches 25 named retailers on Garmin watches, even during Black Friday.
See the saleSome are and some are not. We compare every deal with the lowest price we logged for it in the reference week, 8 to 14 November. Deals at least 5% below that price get the "Real discount" label in the tables above; others show as "Same as early Nov" or "Pricier than early Nov", so you can see at a glance which offers are genuine.
The Forerunner range is built for running. Higher numbers add features such as offline maps, more training metrics and longer battery life, so the Forerunner 165 suits most beginners, the 265 adds more training tools, and the 965 adds maps. Choose the features you will use, then check our verdict on the price.
Often, yes. When a new generation launches, the previous one tends to get bigger discounts, and the core features such as GPS accuracy and training tracking usually remain strong. Compare the specs you care about, such as battery life and maps, and check our verdict to see if the price drop is real.
Both are rugged outdoor watches. The Fenix 8 is a premium multisport watch with offline maps and a choice of AMOLED or solar versions, while the Instinct 3 is a tougher, simpler and cheaper option with long battery life. If you do not need maps on your wrist, the Instinct is often the better value choice.
Garmin deals often start appearing in early to mid November, before Black Friday on 27 November {year}, and many run until Cyber Monday on 30 November. We log prices from the reference week of 8 to 14 November, so every deal here is compared with a price from before the main sales.
It varies by model and changes during the sales, so no single retailer is always cheapest. Our tables compare the current price at each retailer we track, including Garmin's own store, with a verdict against early November. Check that you are comparing the same size, edition and bundle.