Smash those PBs for less — these 11+ Prime Day Garmin deals take up to 57% off Fenix, Forerunner, Venu and more

Missed out on the EOFY discounts on Garmin tech, or were you just holding out for a better deal? Well, you’re in luck — Amazon Prime Day 2026 in Australia is a great time to pick up a new Garmin device at a bargain price.

Amazon stocks a whole heap of Garmin’s offerings, like its wide range of smartwatches and wearables, health-tracking devices, dash cams and dedicated GPS satellite navigation (sat nav) displays. The retailer is also where you can often find the best deals on these premium devices, and Prime Day will see a whole heap of discounts for even more savings.

Most of the deals, however, will likely come from the best Garmin watches, like these discounts on the Fenix E, Forerunner 965 and the ultra-rugged Instinct 2, but I’ll be keeping track of further deals until Prime Day finishes up on July 13.

Having used Garmin watches for years, I personally consider some of the brands’ offerings the best smartwatches to fit my lifestyle, prioritising fitness and health features with just enough smarts to be a capable extension for your smartphone.

Plus, you don’t have to spend a small fortune to get into the Garmin ecosystem (yes, it’s a thing if you do certain sports and activities) — one of our best fitness trackers is the brilliant Vivoactive 6, which we rated 4.5 stars for its balance of features and affordability.

It’s worth noting that the best deals will be exclusive to Amazon Prime members (which I have labelled), so it’s worth re-subscribing if you were a past member. If it’s your first time, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial and still get access to these discounts.

Whatever you’re looking for, whether it’s the top-of-the-line watch or you just need a replacement charging cable, there’s a Garmin deal for you at this year’s Amazon Prime Day sale.

Best Prime Day 2026 Garmin deals in Australia

Smartwatch deals

Garmin Instinct 2 Dezl Edition
Prime exclusive
Save 57% (AU$382)
Garmin Instinct 2 Dezl Edition: was AU$676 now AU$294 at Amazon

This version of the ultra-rugged Instinct 2 watch is designed for truck drivers looking to stay fit and track their health while they go on long-haul journeys. The Dezl edition includes prompts for doing short-break workouts with tutorials designed to fit within a driver’s designated break times. The battery is rated for 28 days, and this version has Garmin Pay contactless payments.

Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Prime exclusive
Save 50% (AU$340)
Garmin Instinct 2 Solar: was AU$679 now AU$339 at Amazon

This Garmin watch has a rugged exterior that's thermal and shock resistant, as well as water-rated to 100m, making it the perfect watch for bushwalkers and hikers. This version has solar power to help make the already long battery life go even further. This discount makes this great watch a tempting buy for hikers and trail runners alike.

Garmin Vivoactive 5
Save 30% (AU$152.16)
Garmin Vivoactive 5: was AU$499 now AU$346.84 at Amazon

The Vivoactive 5 resembles a more conventional smartwatch, swapping out the monochrome display in the Instinct 2s above with a vibrant AMOLED screen. It also has some features found in more expensive Garmin watches like on-board GPS, on-device storage for offline music via Spotify, and fitness metrics like Body Battery and VO2 Max.

Garmin Instinct Crossover
Prime exclusive
Save 46% (AU$310)
Garmin Instinct Crossover: was AU$679 now AU$369 at Amazon

Want to add a bit more character to your rugged Garmin Instinct watch? The Instinct Crossover is essentially the Instinct 2 series but with physical analogue hands on top of the screen and has a metal-accented bezel to provide a classic watch look. There are also upgrades over the base Instinct 2, like more storage (64MB vs 32MB) and an upgraded GPS chipset that accesses more satellite systems. The Solar version is also discounted to AU$399.

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar
Prime exclusive
Save 50% (AU$385)
Garmin Instinct 2X Solar: was AU$769 now AU$384 at Amazon

The Instinct 2X is a beefier version of the Instinct 2 above, bearing a larger 50mm watch face (up from 45mm), a built-in LED flashlight, a more accurate multi-band GPS tracker and battery life rated to 40 days (up from the Instinct 2’s 28 days).

Garmin Forerunner 965
Prime exclusive
Save 41% (AU$410)
Garmin Forerunner 965: was AU$999 now AU$589 at Amazon

The Forerunner 965 swaps out the black-and-white display with a vibrant AMOLED screen to make it look closer to a modern smartwatch. Our reviewer gave it 4.5 stars for its 23-day battery life, premium and sturdy titanium bezel and the addition of new training metrics for runners like vertical oscillation, cadence, stride length, ground contact time and more without the need for a separate sensor.

Garmin Venu 3
Save 21% (AU$154)
Garmin Venu 3: was AU$749 now AU$595 at Amazon

Garmin’s Venu range aims to straddle between smartwatch and fitness tracker, and the Venu 3 nails the assignment by combining fitness features like Training Readiness score, Race Predictor, advanced sleep tracking with functionality like a built-in speaker and microphone for on-watch phone calls, Garmin Pay and offline Spotify playback. The smaller 41mm Venu 3S is also discounted.

Garmin Forerunner 265
Save 25% (AU$200)
Garmin Forerunner 265: was AU$799 now AU$599 at Amazon

While the Forerunner 265 is a step down from the 965 above, it’s still the Garmin running watch that we recommend for most people. This was the first Forerunner model to come with a touchscreen display when it debuted in 2023, and the AMOLED display is bright and crisp. Our reviewer called it the “one of the best watches Garmin has ever made”, praising its familiar yet different feel. If you want a smaller watch, the 42mm Forerunner 265S is slightly cheaper at AU$596.84.

Garmin Fenix E
Prime exclusive
Save 50% (AU$675)
Garmin Fenix E: was AU$1,349 now AU$674 at Amazon

Garmin’s flagship Fenix line gets more and more packed with features each generation and the price has only kept going up ever since, with the 5-star rated Fenix 8 range starting at AU$1,849. The Fenix E comes in as a more stripped-down version for about AU$500 less, and this 50% discount makes it an even more compelling buy. It only comes in a single 47mm size, so you may have to look elsewhere for a different size.

Other Garmin deals

Garmin Index S2
Save 15% (AU$38.85)
Garmin Index S2: was AU$259 now AU$220.15 at Amazon

Want to get better insights into your fitness journey? Garmin’s Index S2 smart scale helps you better track changes to your weight and body composition over time, and is a great addition to your repertoire if you’re already in the Garmin ecosystem. It’s not the cheapest, but if you like to keep your fitness stats in one place, the Index S2 should fit right in seamlessly.

Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3
Prime exclusive
Save 10% (AU$25)
Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3: was AU$249 now AU$224 at Amazon

Garmin’s compact dash cam remains the market leader in this price range, shooting 1080p footage at 30fps while being small enough to practically disappear behind a rear-view mirror. It also has voice control, and the companion app works well for adjusting settings and downloading stored footage.

Prime Day 2026 in Australia: sale information

When is Amazon Prime Day 2026 in Australia?

Taking place at the same time it did last year, Amazon's Australian Prime Day 2026 sale kicks off at midnight East Coast time on Tuesday, July 7 and will run for seven days. That means, Prime Day Garmin deals will end at 11:59pm AEST on Monday, July 13, 2026.

What kind of Prime Day Garmin deals can I expect?

Amazon stocks a wide range of Garmin products, including smartwatches and wearables, health-tracking devices, dash cams and dedicated GPS satellite navigation (sat nav) displays.

From entry-level options to premium products that cost upwards of AU$1,000, there's something for everyone. The good news is I've seen upwards of 50% off on various Garmin tech, and occasionally even more for some older models.

To break this down a little more, I've seen the flagship-like Garmin Epix Pro 2 go for half price from just this year, while some older models like the Forerunner 955 and the Vivoactive 5 get some hefty price cuts, too.

Other products will get some discounts too, like dashcams and GPS sat nav displays, albeit for smaller price cuts compared to the wearables. Amazon also stocks a limited range, but there’s still plenty to go around.

How to choose the best Garmin watch for you

When choosing a Garmin watch, there are three key points to consider: what sport you’re interested in, what level you are at, and your budget.

If you're starting your fitness journey and want a watch to help improve your habits, that's fantastic – a Venu watch will suit you perfectly. They're small and discreet, making them great for all-day wear, and they offer a good range of general fitness tracking tools.

Want something cheaper? The Garmin Vivoactive 6 will work very nicely for beginner runners and all forms of exercise, like fitness classes, and it's also great for sleeping in, as it's nice and light.

If you’re a little bit further into your journey and now enjoy serious running, cycling, swimming or all of the above, the Forerunner 570 and 970 are superb triathlon watches that will serve you well. Worried about scuffs and scratches? Take a look at the Instinct line; they’re built like tanks and have incredible battery life.

If you're seriously into your training and want the most profound insights into your health and fitness, the Fenix 8, Epix Gen 2 and their newer Pro variations are excellent choices. The Fenix 8 is perfect if you want to explore new routes, as its high-res OLED display is brilliant for mapping.

What’s the best beginner Garmin running watch?

Beginners just starting their running journey are likely going to run shorter distances without worrying about complex running metrics. They'll also want to make a smaller investment, buying a cheaper running watch.

We recommend the Garmin Forerunner 165 for under AU$400, thanks to its reliable GPS tracking, heart-rate monitoring and easy-to-understand pace, distance and training data. If you’re on a budget, the Forerunner 55 is a solid choice — in fact, some top-tier pros still choose it!

Garmin’s other watches are also excellent options, but they're packed with features that many beginner runners might not need at first, such as full-colour maps, recovery insights and training plans.

Nico Arboleda
Staff Writer

Nico is an experienced writer and journalist, having previously written for business titles across Australia. He mainly focuses on phones, as well as finding deals and coupon codes at TechRadar Australia. Outside of work, Nico is a keen cyclist and occasional hiker, and also writes about related tech like smartwatches and bike computers.

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