Whether you’re aiming for your first 5K or looking to take on an ultramarathon, having a great running watch to hand can make all the difference, and we know which ones are best.
Running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise out there – with no price of entry to contend with, and the fact that it’s one of the best workouts for strengthening your cardiovascular ability, it’s no wonder why it’s so popular.
With that said, it can help to know a bit more about how your body performs during a run and when you’re at your best, to aim for a new personal record. These features, and plenty more, are exactly what you can find on a dedicated running watch.
We’ve put countless running watches to the test to find out which ones are worth your hard-earned cash, using our expertise to put together this buying guide.
If you want an overview of the current wearable market, you may be better suited to our best smartwatch guide, while those on a budget should check out our round-up of the best cheap smartwatches. We’ve also got specific guides for the best Wear OS watch, best fitness tracker, best Fitbit, best Samsung Galaxy watch, and the best Garmin watch to cover all bases.