
Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia is the Tom’s Guide editorial lead for all things smartwatches, fitness trackers and outdoor gear. With 15 years of experience as a consumer technology journalist testing everything from Oura Rings to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In the past year alone, Dan has assessed major product releases from the likes of Apple, Garmin, Google, Samsung, Polar and many others.
An avid outdoor adventurer, Dan is based in the U.S. Pacific Northwest where he takes advantage of the beautiful surroundings every chance he gets. A lover of kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, snowboarding and exploring, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the sleep tracking and heart rate accuracy of the latest tach gadgets, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia

Apple Watch sales plummet 19% as smartwatch market declines for first time
By Dan Bracaglia published
Global smartwatch sales dropped for the first time since the introduction of the original Apple Watch in 2014. Here's what that means.

We've tested the best smart rings for tracking your health without a smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've tested the best smart rings available right now to help you find a finger-based tracker to record your steps, sleep, and skin temperature.

I walked 10,000 steps with Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs Amazfit T-Rex 3 —here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple Watch Ultra 2 versus Amazfit T-Rex 3: Which rugged adventure-ready smartwatch is more accurate? I decided to find out.

I just went hands-on with the Amazfit T-Rex 3 and it could be my new favorite wallet-friendly rugged smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Not yet ratedCan the Amazfit T-Rex 3 take on other rugged smartwatches like the Garmin Fenix 8 and Apple Watch Ultra 2? We're about to find out.

From garage startup to USB peripheral darling — here’s how US-based Plugable plans to take on Anker in 2025
By Dan Bracaglia published
Plus, the story behind their comically long 10-port USB-C charger

Oura Ring just got a huge new upgrade for women's health — what you need to know
By Dan Bracaglia published
Oura is overhauling its daily Readiness Score to better reflect natural fluctuations that occur during a user’s menstrual cycle

I walked 6,000 steps with Fitbit Sense 2 vs Amazfit Active 2 — this one was more accurate
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Which is the more accurate fitness tracking brand — Fitbit vs Amazfit? I pitted the Sense 2 vs Active 2 to find out.

Google Pixel Watch 3 review: Third time’s the charm
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Pixel Watch 3 finally comes in a larger 45mm size option which is the model to get thanks to its better battery life, a larger screen, and (still) great wearability.

Best smartwatches for Android in 2025: Tested and rated
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've tested all the best smartwatches for Android and these are the five models we recommend.

Best Garmin watch 2025 tested and rated: Top picks to hit your fitness goals this year
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, hikers, marathoners, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.

I wore the Garmin Instinct 3 for six weeks and it's a near-perfect smartwatch for outdoor enthusiasts
By Dan Bracaglia published
If you want a smartwatch that can keep up with even the most extreme outdoor activities and rarely needs recharging, the Instinct 3 is definitely worth a look.

I walked 7,000 steps with Apple Watch SE vs Amazfit Active 2 — here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
Which affordable smartwatch is the more accurate fitness and health tracker? We tested the Apple Watch SE vs. Amazfit Active 2 head-to-head to find out.

I thought I found the perfect cheap ski helmet headphones — but they let me down at the worst possible time
By Dan Bracaglia published
The OutdoorMaster wireless ski helmet headphones looked too good to be true... because they are.

Best bike lights in 2025: Tested and reviewed
By Dan Cavallari last updated
The best bike lights we've tested, including the best front and rear bike lights to keep you safe, as well as the best bike light sets.

Best bike locks in 2025: Tested and rated
By Dan Cavallari last updated
We hacked and cut our way through a bunch of the best bike locks to find which is the most capable of protecting your bike.

I walked 5,500 steps with Samsung Galaxy Fit3 vs Amazfit Active 2: Here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 and Amazfit Active 2 both cost less than $100. Which one tracks more accurately? We found out.

Best hiking boots in 2025 — tested and rated for mountain trails and casual hikes
By John R. Quain, Dan Bracaglia, Jessica Downey last updated
These are the best hiking boots to in 2025, including the best waterproof hiking boots and the best hiking boots for casual trekkers.

The best hydration packs in 2025
By TJ Fink last updated
The best hydration packs in 2024 — we've tested some of the best hydration packs for runners, hikers and those on a budget.

I tracked skiing with a $99 smartwatch — here’s how it compares to my $450 Garmin
By Dan Bracaglia published
The new Amazfit Active 2 starts at $99 and offers comprehensive ski and snowboard tracking. The question is, is it accurate? I took a day off from work to hit the mountains and find out.

Samsung Galaxy Fit3 vs Fitbit Inspire 3: Which budget fitness tracker should you buy?
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Fitbit Inspire 3 is our favorite budget fitness tracker but the new Galaxy Fit3 is gunning for Google's title. Here's a breakdown of how the two wallet-friendly wearables compare.

I just went hands-on with RingConn Gen 2 — a subscription-free alternative to Oura Ring promising 150-plus days of battery
By Dan Bracaglia published
The RingConn Gen 2 is another promising alternative to the Oura Ring and Samsung Galaxy Ring. Here's a closer look at this smart ring's design and features.

Garmin was down — full timeline of two day outage
By Dave LeClair last updated
If you use a Garmin smartwatch, you might have an issue starting any GPS activities.

I walked 6,500 steps with Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Fit3 — here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
In this Fitbit Inspire 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Fit3 face-off, we'll learn which entry-level fitness tracker is more accurate.
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