After 6 years of daily use and hundreds of training hours, here is my verdict on three affordable GPS watches that are really worth it.
| Claire, 34 years old. Fierce sports. I tested these GPS watches at less than € 200. Result: only concrete.
See the Coros Pace 3 and the opinions on Amazon
Approximate price: € 249
The coros allowed me to structure my split sessions with direct progression. Its GPS precision is stunning – during a 20km trail, I was able to perfect my effort thanks to the reliable heart tracking.
Physical buttons> Touch screen in the race. With sweat or in the rain, this is a real plus. I also appreciated the Coros sur Strava challenges, very motivating with friends.
See Amazfit GTS 4 Mini and Amazon reviews
Amazfit is my daily watch. Light, discreet but effective for basic follow -up. In swimming, it struggles to count the lengths precisely. For occasional running, she does the job, but for serious follow -up of progression, I prefer coros.
I disabled all social notifications – unnecessary in the middle of sport – to optimize the battery.
See the Polar Ignite 3 and the opinions on Amazon
Approximate price: € 179
Tested for just 10 days, the thriller convinced me by its balanced approach. It offers a good compromise between advanced data and ease of use. Her sleep follow -up helped me adjust my rest days.
The Companion app is complete without being too complex, ideal for beginners who want to progress.
For the sports focused sports: Coros Pace 2
If you are looking for GPS accuracy, long -term battery and reliable data to progress, this is the best option. Perfect for running, trail and cycling.
For daily life and occasional sport: Amazfit Gts 4 Mini
At 99 €, it offers the essential in a compact and elegant format. Ideal for fine wrists and those who want a discreet watch.
For a sport/well-being balance: Ignite 3 thriller
Good versatile option, especially if you swim regularly or want relevant recovery advice.
If I had to keep one: the Coros Pace 2. Ultra precise, light, simple interface, impressive autonomy. Best quality/price ratio for serious sports use.
The main thing for an affordable GPS watch? Precise GPS and reliable cardio. The rest is bonus. No need to spend € 400 for effective sports follow -up.
