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Cat Ellis

Cat (@CatEllisBristol) is the fitness and wellbeing editor at TechRadar. She's been a technology journalist for 11 years, and cut her teeth on magazines including PC Plus and PC Format before joining TechRadar. She's a trained run leader, and enjoys nothing more than lacing up her shoes and hitting the pavement. If you have a story about fitness trackers, treadmills, running shoes, e-bikes, or any other fitness tech, drop her a line.

Articles by: Cat Ellis

Garmin Fenix 7 too expensive? Check out the super light Suunto 5 Peak instead

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

The Suunto 5 is back with a leaner and lighter design, plus a new tool to track fat and carbs burnt during workouts.

The best cheap e-bikes 2022: budget electric bikes for any terrain

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

An electric bike can be a game-changer, opening up cities without the need for a car, and it doesn't have to be expensive.

The best electric bikes 2022: e-bikes for all budgets and terrain

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated We've tested and ranked the best e-bikes for all riders, terrains and budgets, so you make the right choice.

The best folding e-bikes 2022: super compact cycles

By Cat Ellis last updated 21 January 22

A folding e-bike makes city cycling a breeze, and they're much more affordable and easier to use than you might expect.

The best white noise machine 2022: block distractions and calm your mind

By Tom May, Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated Drift off to sleep more easily with your choice of white, pink, or brown noise, plus natural rainfall and birdsong.

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The best cheap fitness trackers 2022: budget activity bands from Fitbit and more

By James Peckham, Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated We've tested and ranked the best cheap fitness trackers available today to help you choose the right one.

The best electric toothbrushes 2022: Oral-B, Philips, and more

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated Get a deeper clean and improve your technique with the best electric toothbrush for your budget.

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The best cheap electric scooters 2022: budget e-scooters for quick trips

By Cat Ellis last updated 21 January 22

Updated The best cheap electric scooters for city hops and everyday commuting on a budget.

The best electric scooters 2022: fast, convenient, and easy to ride

By Cat Ellis, Adam Vjestica published 21 January 22

Updated We've tested and ranked the best electric scooters available from brands including Pure, Xiaomi and Segway.

The best DNA test kits 2022: discover your heritage and genetic traits

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated We've tested and ranked kits from 23andMe, MyHeritage, Ancestry and more.

Three heart rate monitors on a yellow background

The best heart rate monitors 2022: take your training to the next level

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, swimmer, we've found the best heart rate monitor to help you smash your goals in 2022.

The best wake-up lights 2022: start the day with a gentle simulated sunrise

By Tom May, Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated Wake-up lights that will rouse you gently with a natural-looking sunrise and soft audio effects.

The best cheap running watches 2022: Garmin, Polar, and Amazfit

By Cat Ellis published 21 January 22

Updated Track your distance, pace, calories burned and heart rate with our pick of the best budget GPS watches.

Garmin Fenix 7 and Garmin Epix watches on blue and yellow background

Garmin Fenix 7 vs Garmin Epix: top-tier sports watches compared

By Cat Ellis published 20 January 22

If you're torn between Garmin's two premium sports watches, here's how to choose the right one for you.

Two Coros watches and Core body temperature sensor

Your Coros running watch just got a huge upgrade for the new year

By Cat Ellis published 20 January 22

Thinking about investing in a new watch for 2022? You might not need to.

Garmin Fenix 7 and Garmin Fenix 7 on pink and yellow background

Garmin Fenix 7 vs Garmin Fenix 6: which watch should you choose?

By Cat Ellis published 19 January 22

The long-awaited Fenix 7 is finally here, but what are the big difference between it and its predecessor?

Woman wearing Polar Grit X running watch

Polar Grit X gets an update that will literally transform your runs

By Cat Ellis published 19 January 22

The new firmware update allows you to change your route on the fly in the middle of a workout.

Hands on: Garmin Fenix 7 review

By Cat Ellis last updated 20 January 22

Not yet rated

Garmin smashes its personal best with improved battery life, accessible new training tools, and a responsive touchscreen.

Four days with the Garmin Fenix 7

By Cat Ellis published 18 January 22

Opinion We're putting Garmin's latest top-end running watch through its paces, one day at a time...

Garmin unveils long-awaited Fenix 7, plus luxury Epix smartwatch

By Cat Ellis published 18 January 22

The Epix is a brand new top-tier everyday watch, with an AMOLED display and advanced workout tracking tools.

Lenovo Smart Clock 2 review

By Cat Ellis, Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 21 January 22

Updated A neat little clock/smart speaker hybrid, but it's hard to escape the fact that the Google Nest Hub does all this and more.

Garmin Fenix 6 gets a huge firmware update, including some surprises

By Cat Ellis last updated 18 January 22

Garmin's flagship multi-sports watch gets a big upgrade for the new year, with a huge set of new cycling profiles.

Man sitting outside after a run using massage gun on his leg

How to use a massage gun

By Cat Ellis published 15 January 22

Get fit in 2022 These devices can be a real help after a workout and as part of your fitness setup.

Bugatti's new e-scooter is sleek, stylish – and surprisingly slow

By Cat Ellis published 14 January 22

Despite its swooping design, the lightweight scooter has a top speed of 18.5mph and a range of just 22 miles.

Woman refilling water bottle during a run

Strava now helps you find a public toilet or water fountain during a run or ride

By Cat Ellis published 13 January 22

Strava's Maps tool has received a handy update with Points of Interest for athletes training outdoors.

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