Matt Evans

Matt Evans

Senior Fitness & Wearables Editor

Matt is TechRadar's expert on all things fitness, wellness and wearable tech.

A former staffer at Men's Health, he holds a Master's Degree in journalism from Cardiff and has written for brands like Runner's World, Women's Health, Men's Fitness, LiveScience and Fit&Well on everything fitness tech, exercise, nutrition and mental wellbeing.

Matt's a keen runner, ex-kickboxer, not averse to the odd yoga flow, and insists everyone should stretch every morning. When he’s not training or writing about health and fitness, he can be found reading doorstop-thick fantasy books with lots of fictional maps in them.

Articles by: Matt Evans

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 on wrist with Prime Day TecHRadar logo

The Samsung Galaxy Watch9 is likely to launch soon — which means now is the perfect time to score a discounted Samsung Galaxy Watch8

By Matt Evans Published

There are big discounts to be had on current-gen Samsung watches, most likely thanks to the annual release cycle.

the Apple Watch SE 3 over a orange and blue background

The best fitness trackers 2026: From Fitbit-style bands to smartwatches and screen-free trackers

By Matt Evans Last updated

Buying Guide The best fitness trackers for every budget to help you measure your activity while looking at comfort, performance, and practicality

Polar H10 heart rate monitor

If you've already got a smartwatch you like, here's what I'd get in the Prime Day sales — the Polar H10, the 'gold standard' electrical heart rate monitor

By Matt Evans Published

We use the Polar H10 to benchmark test heart rate accuracy in smartwatches — now you can get that same accuracy at home.

Amazfit Active 2

The Amazfit Active 2 smartwatch is under $110 / £105, got five stars in our review, and is the perfect buy if you're not a fan of the new Fitbit app

By Matt Evans Published

There's actually no reason not to go for its Premium sapphire-glass screen option.

Image of SuperRun walking pad and nordictrack treadmill in a home gym on a rainy day

Too rainy or hot to run outdoors? Tired of missing your favorite shows? I've scoured the internet for some of the best Amazon Prime Day treadmill deals

By Matt Evans Published

The last 24 hours of heatwaves and rainstorms has me considering giving up running outdoors and getting a treadmill.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Garmin Venu X1 worn during run on separate wrists

Got a Samsung phone? This is my highest-rated Samsung Galaxy Watch, and you should look out for it on Prime Day — and it's not the Ultra

By Matt Evans Published

I called it "a triumph" in my review, and it's already on sale for Prime Day

Garmin Fenix 8 vs Enduro 3 comparison

The Garmin Fenix 8 is as cheap as it's ever been — but is it worth buying? I've been wearing it for two years, and here's why I'd recommend waiting

By Matt Evans Published

The Garmin Fenix 8 has been out for two years now — is it worth snapping one up in the Prime Day deals this year?

Woman holding Philips Sonicare 9000 DiamondClean electric toothbrush

There are far too many electric toothbrushes on Amazon to choose from: I'm a toothbrush reviewer, and here are my top 3 picks

By Matt Evans Published

There are far too many electric toothbrushes on Amazon to choose from: I'm a toothbrush reviewer, and here are my top 3 picks.

Garmin Vivoactive 5

This is the perfect Garmin deal for people considering switching from Fitbit after all the unpopular app changes — a lowest-ever price on the Garmin Vivoactive 5

By Matt Evans Published

Annoyed by the new Fitbit app? The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is the cheapest it's ever been.

Garmin Forerunner 170 Music showing heart rate

The Garmin Forerunner 170 was found to be extremely accurate during my treadmill test — despite packing Garmin's older heart rate sensing technology

By Matt Evans Published

Garmin Forerunner 170 Music vs Polar H10: here are the results

Garmin watches on pedastals

The best Garmin watch 2026: Multisport watches for every outdoor pursuit

By Matt Evans Last updated

Buying Guide We've put the best Garmin watches through their paces in real, sweaty conditions so you can find the perfect one.

Apple Watch showing text about stretching

'It’s the most convenient way to interact with Siri': I asked Apple's senior watchOS team how to use the new Siri AI assistant on an Apple Watch, and why it's not coming to so many older models

By Matt Evans Published

Siri AI on Watch is going to revolutionize your day-to-day, according to Team Apple — but not everyone is getting the upgrade

Garmin watches laid out on a bench outdoors, with hiking equipment

I collect Garmins like Thanos collects gems — here are 9 Garmins I've worn, would recommend, and are on sale at Amazon right now

By Matt Evans Published

Amazon Prime Day's not even here yet, but I've found 9 Garmins I've tried (and loved) on sale already.

Garmin Fenix 8 vs Enduro 3 comparison

The Garmin Fenix 9 and Enduro 4 could be launching soon, code spotted in Garmin Connect app suggests

By Matt Evans Published

The evidence for a Garmin Fenix 9 range launch this year is mounting up.

the Google Fitbit Air on top of a purple background

The best Fitbit 2026: Band-style fitness trackers and Google smartwatches

By Matt Evans Last updated

Updated Find the best Fitbit to help you develop healthy habits, improve your workouts and provide great health metrics.

Two hands holding iPhones showing the new Siri AI feature in iOS 27

Have your say: here's why Siri AI isn't coming to EU iPhones and iPads — and why users are totally split on the issue

By Matt Evans Published

It's Apple vs the EU: who's in the right? Here's what's going on.

Strava users hike up a mountain during the golden hour on a clear day

Strava subscribers just saved themselves another sub to Komoot or AllTrails — as the freemium app debuts a new suite of hiking tools that 'spans every stage of the outdoor experience', including vital off-route alerts

By Matt Evans Published

The new Strava features help premium subscribers plan routes, ensure they stick to the trail, and aid in sharing activities afterwards.

the Apple Watch Series 11 on top of a blue two toned background

The best smartwatch for iPhone 2026 — and the best Apple Watch alternative

By Matt Evans Last updated

Updated The best smartwatch for iPhones isn't necessarily just an Apple Watch. These are our top picks.

Shokz Openrun headphones on TechRadar background

The best running headphones 2026: Take your exercise to the next level

By Matt Evans Last updated

Buying Guide The best running headphones ranked based on comfort, sound quality, battery life, and more.

WWDC 2026 Screenshots

Will your Apple Watch run watchOS 27? Apple just quietly dropped 5 current-gen watches from supporting the upgrade, including Ultra and SE models — here is the full list

By Matt Evans Last updated

Has your Apple Watch survived? These are all the models being cut off from a watchOS upgrade this year, and it's a much longer list than anticipated.

Apple Watch showing text about stretching

watchOS 27 may have improved the Apple Watch's AI features, but a Siri AI health coach was needed to rival the Google Fitbit Air

By Matt Evans Published

Sorry, Apple: I don't want to read reams of information about stretching on a 2-inch screen.

Shokz OpenDots 2

Shokz OpenDots 2 review: Comfortable, stable, long-lasting open-ear buds that aren’t just for fitness

By Matt Evans Published

The Shokz OpenDots 2 are top-of-the-range open clip-on earbuds that deliver a stable, if perhaps not quite secure, fit and excellent sound.

Google Health app on three iphones

I've been using Google Health's new AI Coach for a week — here's 3 things I liked about the Fitbit Premium revamp (and 2 I really didn't)

By Matt Evans Published

Is Google Health's new AI coach worth your money? I put it to the test for a week to find out.

Google Fitbit Air

Google Fitbit Air review: The affordable Whoop alternative hits all the right notes, but its messy AI-powered app holds it back from greatness

By Matt Evans Published

Not quite a Whoop killer, but good enough for most people.

Redesigned Samsung Health app

Samsung Galaxy Watch users are getting a completely redesigned, AI-first app for a 'personalized experience', whether they like it or not — and we only have to look at Fitbit to see how well that's going

By Matt Evans Published

Samsung is following in the footsteps of Fitbit's big Google Health rebrand and totally changing its Health app.

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