Refurbished Running watches

Race entries are expensive enough. Refurbished running watches from Garmin, Apple and more, backed by a 12-month warranty. Pay less, run more....

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Apple Watch Series 9Fair · 64 GB · Midnight · GPS · 41 mm · Aluminium · Apple Watch Series 9 · Apple S9
(509)
Refurbished price:$44
Last lowest price : $261.88
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Apple Watch SE Series 3Fair · 64 GB · Midnight · GPS · 40 mm · Aluminium · Apple S10
(172)
Refurbished price:$41
Last lowest price : $299.94

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Apple Watch Series 10

Fair · Standard battery · 64 GB · Gold · GPS · 42 mm · Titanium · Apple Watch Series 10 · Apple S10

(478)

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Refurbished price:$59

Apple Watch Series 11

Fair · Standard battery · 64 GB · Space Gray · GPS · 42 mm · Aluminium · Apple Watch Series 11 · Apple S10

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Refurbished price:$79

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Apple Watch Series 8

Fair · 32 GB · Midnight · GPS · 41 mm · Aluminium · Apple Watch Series 8 · Apple S8

(811)

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Refurbished price:$30

Apple Watch Series 9

Fair · 64 GB · Midnight · GPS · 41 mm · Aluminium · Apple Watch Series 9 · Apple S9

(509)

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Refurbished price:$44

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Forerunner 45

Fair · Standard battery · Black · Bluetooth · 42 mm · Polymer · Forerunner 45

(3)

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Refurbished price:$51

Forerunner 35

Fair · Standard battery · Black · Bluetooth · 40 · Polymer · Forerunner 35

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Refurbished price:$61

Forerunner 745

Fair · Black · Bluetooth · 47 mm · Polymer · Forerunner 745

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Refurbished price:$111

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4.4/5
Overall performance
4.4/5
Packaging
4.5/5
Shipping
4.6/5

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Connor B.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 9/19/26, United States.
Device came in on time with the scheduled delivery date, I got the excellent condition with this watch and it is spotless, no scratches or defective parts. The device came with 84% battery health, but it still lasts over 24 hours. This product is amazing for the price, would 100% recommend to others. Upgrading this from an Apple Watch Series 7 was like night and day difference.
Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm - Titanium Natural Titanium
Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm - Titanium Natural Titanium
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Condition
Excellent
Purchased
9/15/26
Angel A.
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Reviewed 6/28/26, United States.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely flawless — feels brand new! I was a little hesitant to buy a refurbished Apple Watch, but Zaltova completely blew me away. I ordered the Apple Watch SE 3, and honestly, if it didn't come in a generic box, I would have sworn it came straight from Apple. The screen is pristine, the battery health is excellent, and it functions perfectly. Saving a chunk of cash while getting a device that looks and operates like it's brand new is a massive win. Shipping was fast and the packaging was super secure. I'm officially hooked on buying refurbished now. Highly recommend!
Apple Watch Series SE 3 (2025) GPS + Cellular 44 mm - Aluminium Midnight
Apple Watch Series SE 3 (2025) GPS + Cellular 44 mm - Aluminium Midnight
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Condition
Excellent
Purchased
6/19/26
Rahul G.
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Reviewed 9/22/26, United States.
I ordered good and received the watch in scratch less condition. Works perfectly. Screen very responsive. 2 bands provided. Tested in pool and is working well. All trackings seem correct. Definitely recommend buying.
Apple Watch Series SE 3 (2025) GPS 40 mm - Aluminium Midnight
Apple Watch Series SE 3 (2025) GPS 40 mm - Aluminium Midnight
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Condition
Good
Purchased
9/11/26

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The best GPS running watch depends on your priorities. For dedicated running performance, Garmin leads the category with its Forerunner and Venu series, offering precise GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, and training metrics including VO2 max estimation and recovery advisor. For runners who want GPS alongside full smartwatch functionality, the Samsung Galaxy Watch series and Google Pixel Watch are strong options, particularly for Android users. At Zaltova, refurbished versions of these watches are available at significantly less than new retail, each backed by a 1-year commercial warranty from the seller.
For beginners, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 or Galaxy Watch6 offer a practical GPS running experience without overwhelming complexity, with available configurations and prices shown on their listings. If you specifically want a Garmin, the Garmin Venu Sq covers the essentials: GPS route tracking, heart rate monitoring, and animated on-screen workout guides, with current prices shown on its listing. Either choice delivers accurate pace and distance data, which is everything most new runners actually need to start tracking progress.
Most serious marathon runners reach for Garmin, particularly the Forerunner series, valued for long GPS battery life, advanced training metrics including VO2 max, race predictor, and recovery advisor, and class-leading accuracy over long distances. Coros (Pace and Apex series) and Polar are also well-represented at the competitive end of the market. For recreational marathon training, the Garmin Venu or Vivoactive series covers the same core GPS metrics at a more accessible price point.
The best budget GPS running watch depends on your ecosystem. For Android users, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 (check current refurbished offers at Zaltova) delivers GPS tracking and heart rate monitoring at a practical price. For a dedicated Garmin, the Garmin Venu Sq (check current refurbished offers) is the brand's most accessible fitness watch. Both include a 1-year commercial warranty from the seller, and both are graded on cosmetic condition only: GPS and health tracking performance is never affected by grade.
Choosing refurbished reduces the need for new manufacturing, which is where most of a device's environmental impact actually occurs. Research shows roughly 80% of a device's carbon footprint happens before it's ever turned on, during raw material extraction and production. Zaltova has helped avoid 2.2 million tons of CO2e and 8,500 tons of e-waste since 2014, across all device categories. Your GPS data stays exactly the same. The manufacturing demand does not.

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Best budget GPS running watches at Zaltova

A good GPS running watch tracks what matters: pace, distance, heart rate, and route. You don't need to pay full retail to get one that does all of it well.

At Zaltova, refurbished running watches from Garmin, Samsung, and Google are inspected by verified sellers before they ship. Each is graded on cosmetic condition and fully functional regardless of that grade. The scale runs from Fair to Good to Excellent to Premium, explained on the Zaltova quality page. Every purchase includes a 1-year commercial warranty from the seller.

Two features matter most for most runners: accurate GPS tracking for real distance and pace data, and heart rate monitoring to gauge your actual effort level. Every watch in this selection includes both, from compact everyday trackers to advanced GPS watches with training metrics like VO2 max estimation and recovery advisor.

Not sure where to start? These four options cover different budgets, ecosystems, and use cases. All are currently available refurbished on Zaltova US.

Best for runners on a budget: Samsung Galaxy Watch5

The Galaxy Watch5 delivers GPS tracking, continuous heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking in a compact design that holds up to daily training. It won't overwhelm you with data, which makes it a sensible starting point for new or casual runners. Check the current listing for available refurbished configurations and prices.

Best value GPS training watch: Samsung Galaxy Watch6

The Galaxy Watch6 adds a more refined health sensor and a slightly larger display over its predecessor, alongside improved workout tracking. A practical step up for Android users who want more from their training data without moving to a dedicated sports watch. Check the current listing for available refurbished configurations and prices.

Best for Google and Pixel users: Google Pixel Watch

The Pixel Watch pairs GPS running tracking with Fitbit's health platform: automatic workout detection, Active Zone Minutes, and native Google Maps route integration. A smart fit for runners already in the Google ecosystem. Available refurbished from $28.

Best dedicated fitness watch from Garmin: Garmin Venu Sq

The Venu Sq is Garmin's most accessible GPS fitness watch, with on-screen animated workouts, GPS route tracking, and up to 6 days of battery life in smartwatch mode. The most affordable way to get a Garmin on your wrist for training. Check the current listing for available refurbished configurations and prices.

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Apple Watch Series 9Fair · 64 GB · Midnight · GPS · 41 mm · Aluminium · Apple Watch Series 9 · Apple S9

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