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I just reviewed the Garmin Cirqa - 5 things you need to know about Garmin’s subscription-free Whoop and Fitbit Air alternative
Tom's Guide • • technology
Key Points:
- The Garmin Cirqa is a screen-free fitness tracker positioned between the Fitbit Air and Whoop 5.0 in price, costing $199 compared to Fitbit's $99 and requiring no mandatory subscription like Whoop.
- In terms of comfort and size, the Cirqa is bulkier than the lightweight Fitbit Air but more comfortable than the heavier Whoop 5.0, though its strap may initially feel scratchy.
- Battery life for the Cirqa lasts about ten days, which is longer than the Fitbit Air's one week but shorter than the Whoop 5.0's two-week duration.
- The Garmin Cirqa offers more comprehensive health and wellness insights through the Garmin Connect app, including unique features like Fitness Age and compatibility with the Natural Cycles app, surpassing Fitbit's Google Health app in depth.
- A distinctive feature of the Cirqa is a customizable physical button that allows users to start or stop workouts directly on the device, enhancing usability without needing to access the app.
