You don’t need the latest Garmin watches — these 5 older models are reduced by as much as $500 and offer better value
Older Garmin watches are currently available at significant discounts, making them a more cost-effective choice for consumers. Notably, elite athletes have been seen using these older models, demonstrating their reliability and performance. The article highlights five specific models that are on sale, showcasing their features and price reductions.
- ▪The Garmin Forerunner 55 is now priced at $167, down from $199.
- ▪The Forerunner 165 Music is available for $249, a $100 discount from its original price.
- ▪The Garmin Epix Pro has a $500 discount, now selling for $499.
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Wellness Smartwatches You don’t need the latest Garmin watches — these 5 older models are reduced by as much as $500 and offer better value Deals By Nick Harris-Fry published 22 May 2026 Older Garmins are still packed with features and cost a lot less than new models When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter If you watched the London Marathon very closely this year you might have noticed that the winners of both the men’s and women’s races wore old Garmin watches.
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