Updated
Updated · PCMag · Oct 3
Amazon Starts Prime Big Deals Early, Cutting Smartwatch Prices by More Than $150
Updated
Updated · PCMag · Oct 3

Amazon Starts Prime Big Deals Early, Cutting Smartwatch Prices by More Than $150

3 articles · Updated · PCMag · Oct 3

Summary

  • Oct. 6 Prime Big Deals promotions have effectively started early, with Amazon already discounting smartwatches and fitness trackers ahead of Tuesday’s official launch.
  • More than $150 has been cut from some headline models, while the Garmin Vivoactive 5 is discounted by over $100, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is listed at $185, and the Fitbit Charge 6 is 25% off.
  • Apple, Samsung, Garmin and Fitbit devices lead the early offers, spanning rugged premium watches like the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Galaxy Watch Ultra to lower-cost fitness trackers.
  • Prime membership is not required to shop the event, but Amazon says the best deals are reserved for Prime subscribers, who can sign up for a free 30-day trial during the sale.

Insights

Are these early Amazon smartwatch discounts a clever trap before even bigger price drops hit on Tuesday?
Will buying a discounted AI-powered fitness tracker secretly lock you into expensive monthly subscription fees?
Could choosing the wrong discounted wearable completely isolate you from your smartphone's ecosystem?