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Coros Pace 3

Wirecutter's top GPS running watch pick for years running, praised for class-leading battery life, lightning-fast GPS lock, and accurate metric tracking at a lower price than Garmin flagships.

$229-$259
Pros
  • Industry-leading battery life among GPS running watches
  • Fastest GPS signal acquisition in its class per Wirecutter testing
  • Full multisport watch with dedicated track run mode
  • Downloadable training plans for 5K through marathon
Cons
  • Smaller app/smartwatch ecosystem than Garmin or Apple
  • No daily suggested workout feature like Garmin
  • Less name recognition means fewer community resources
Why we recommend it

Coros keeps winning because it does the running fundamentals better than anyone — GPS locks faster, battery lasts longer, and the price is right. Runners who prioritize performance over ecosystem should start here.

Wirecutter

Coros Pace watches have been a pick in this guide for several years running, thanks to their accuracy in tracking metrics, quick ability to acquire a GPS signal, and long-lasting batteries.