The newest Amazfit budget contender, positioned as a Garmin Forerunner 55 killer with serious running and fitness features at a fraction of the price. Experts who went hands-on called it a potential favorite cheap smartwatch of 2026.
If you're a runner or fitness-focused buyer who can't stomach Garmin prices, the Active Max is the most exciting new budget option — it's gunning directly for the Forerunner 55 at a much lower price.
“I just went hands-on with the Amazfit Active Max — and it could be my favorite cheap smartwatch of 2026”
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“5 reasons this cheap smartwatch could be a Garmin Forerunner 55 killer”
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“Best cheap smartwatch for fitness — featured in the 2026 best cheap smartwatches guide”
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