The best heart rate monitors and GPS watches in terms of value for money

The best heart rate monitors and GPS watches in terms of value for money
Iván Vila
Iván Vila
Passionate about sports
Posted on 08-02-2024

In this day and age, where the importance of data is undeniable, running is no exception. One of the key factors in making progress is to monitor exactly how and where you have to improve in each of their workouts. For that, metrics are essential. 

That's why many runners are turning to choosing a GPS sports watch. At RUNNEA we bring you the 15 heart rate monitors and GPS in terms of value for money. Looking for a new workout buddy? We'll help you find what you need!

The best heart rate monitors and GPS watches in quality/price ratio

There is so much to choose from that sometimes you have "existential doubts" about it. Vaya ahead in this new list that we have cooked from the editorial team of RUNNEA, there are models, and not few, that could be included without any doubt, but we think that this selection presents very balanced options, taking into account the parameters of performance, design and price range. That is to be a GPSsports watch capable of covering all your needs from the first to the last kilometer of each of your workouts.

With such a wide range of GPS sports watches and heart rate monitors on the market, it's normal to suffer from decision paralysis. This list from the editorial team at RUNNEA features our top picks based on performance, design, and (of course) price. The GPS sports watch you need for every single kilometre of your training session could be right here on this list.

This list also includes a few smart watches, created with the idea of promoting an active lifestyle. This type of training device is perfect for day to day use too, whilst also being a faithful companion when it comes to evaluating metrics and performance of your individualized training plan.

The best heart rate monitors and GPS watches in relation quality/price

GPS watches with the best value for money: the RUNNEA selection.

As you can see there is a little bit of everything, depending on your budget. There are entry-level heart rate monitors for those who are just starting to take their first steps in the running world, and also high-end heart rate monitors & sports watches for the most experienced and demanding runners.

Garmin Forerunner 265

The launch of the renovated Garmin Forerunner 265 represents a shift in strategy from the American brand who normally update their line up every two years. Designed by and for runners, the Garmin Forerunner 265 has the main mission of helping all types of athletes to set a plan to overcome all their limits, while remaining connected.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Pulse on wrist, Chest strap, Offline Music
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 13-24h

Garmin Forerunner 965

The Garmin Forerunner 965 is a sports watch on the market to maintain the essence of the Forerunner line. A sleek design coupled with cutting-edge features will make your workouts easier. Important innovations and also a large number of advanced training functions for running and triathlon are some of the features of the new device.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist, Chest strap, Offline Music, Spotify, Strava
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 25-36h

Garmin Fenix 7 Pro

The Garmin Fenix 7 Pro is a device that has all the advanced training features we need to improve our performance, whether on the road, or up a mountain. The impressive battery life (up to 37 days!) is one of the highlights of this watch.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist, Chest strap
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 48-mas

Apple Watch Series 9

The new Apple Watch Series 9 includes a few interesting new features compared to the previous version, including new, more powerful processor. This new smart watches will show you a wealth of data related to health, wellness and sports performance.

Suunto Race

The new Suunto Race is the latest smartwatch from Finnish brand Suunto, and is considered one of the most complete watches on the market. Battery life, the AMOLED display and offline maps are just a few of the features that runners will appreciate. 

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 37-48h

Polar Vantage V3

The Polar Vantage V3 is the latest release from Polar and comes with a few great new features that promise to make it one of the most complete heart rate monitors & sports watches on the market today. The reliability of its data, the incorporation of new sensors, and the clarity of its AMOLED screen are three of its most outstanding features.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 48-mas

Polar Grit X Pro

Improving on the original release, the redefined Polar Grit X Pro now comes with specific functions to help athletes on their expeditions, emphasizing safety, accuracy of data, improved performance, and help in the recovery process. 

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Pulse on wrist
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 37-48h

Coros Pace 3

The new Coros Pace 3 is one of the best GPS watches in terms of value for money. Surely one of the standout models of the brand, it offers the best performance for tracking data in training and competitions.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist, Chest strap, Offline Music, Spotify, Strava
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 48-mas

Coros Apex 2 Pro

The Coros Apex 2 Pro is a top-of-the-line training device for the most demanding multisport athletes, and those who want to have total control over every single training metric. In terms of the main new features, COROS staff have focused all their efforts on increasing the performance of the device. This translates into an improved navigation experience.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist, Chest strap, Offline Music, Strava
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 48-mas

TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra

The latest release from TicWatch is the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, a device that has a next-gen Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 processor, which guarantees great power and greater speed, without negatively affecting battery life.

Huawei Watch GT Runner

Love tech as much as you love running? The new Huawei Watch GT Runner is sure to catch your eye. The three most relevant features that position this device as a high-performance smart watch for runners are the high GPS accuracy, long battery life (up to 2 weeks) and advanced training programs for runners.

Amazfit Cheetah Pro

The new Amazfit Cheetah Pro is a high-end watch that comes with a sleek design, designed for sports, with a number of features to track our workouts and our day to day activities.

  • Options: GPS, Touch screen, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist, Spotify, Strava
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 13-24h

Amazfit T-Rex Ultra

The Amazfit T-Rex Ultra is one of the latest launches from the Amazfit brand, with more than 160 sport modes, in addition to offline maps and connectivity functions which all athletes are sure to appreciate. 

  • Options: GPS, Colour screen, Maps, Pulse on wrist, Offline Music
  • Battery life (GPS Mode): 48-mas

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Iván Vila

Iván Vila

Passionate about sports

Graduated in Business Sciences and Master in Sport Management. I am passionate about sport, it is my way of life and indispensable in my daily life. I'm lucky to work in a field that I enjoy very much. I love starting the day with a little running or trail running to charge the physical and mental batteries. I also like to travel and, sometimes under the excuse of participating in a race. I'm collaborator of RUNNEA, hoping to contribute, to add valor to the project and to the area in general.