
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 is awarding a limited edition pin to celebrate 10 years of Apple Watch — here's how to get yours
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Apple has a challenge for Apple Watch owners to celebrate 10 years of the wearable. The reward? Limited-edition Apple swag.

Best Fitbit 2025: Pick the perfect fitness tracker based on our testing
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've tested the best Fitbit and Fitbit alternatives to help you find the right wrist-worn device to log your activity, monitor your sleep and keep tabs on your health.

Google’s Loss of Pulse Detection is finally available in the U.S. — here’s how to turn it on your Pixel Watch 3
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Google's Loss of Pulse Detection is now available in the U.S. for Pixel Watch owners. Here's how to set it up.

I walked 5,000 steps with the Apple Watch 10 vs Garmin Instinct 3 — and there's a clear winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
Apple Watch 10 versus Garmin Instinct 3. Which one of these wearable powerhouses is the more capable fitness tracker? We decided to find out.

Best cheap smartwatch in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
These are the best cheap smartwatches you can buy starting at just $99.

watchOS 12: All the Apple Watch software rumors and leaks so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We're just a few months from our first look at the new Apple Watch operating system. Here's what we expect.

I just went hands-on with the Garmin Vivoactive 6 — and it has almost everything I want in a smartwatch
By Dan Bracaglia published
The new Garmin Vivoactive 6 is a comfortable and good-looking device with most of Garmin's best holistic features and just the right amount of smarts.

I just went hands-on with this new smart ring — and it beats the Oura Ring in 3 big ways
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is more affordable than the Oura Ring 4, but that's not its only advantage over the industry leader.

watchOS 12 wishlist — 3 Apple Watch upgrades I want most
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch is an awesome tool for hikers and outdoor adventurers. Here's how it could get better.

Best Samsung watch 2025: each model expert tested and rated
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We've been testing Samsung smartwatches for over a decade. Here's how the brand's current lineup compares.

Best Oura Ring alternatives 2025
By James Frew last updated
If you're not a fan of the brand's smart rings, the best Oura Ring alternatives come with similar health and fitness tracking features without breaking the bank.

Apple Watch 11 — Biggest rumored upgrades so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The next-gen Apple Watch 11 could offer screen enhancements, better battery life and new life-saving tools. Here's what we know so far.

Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 — everything we know so far
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 may boast better battery life, a comfier design and new health sensors, but its release date is unclear at this time.

I test smartwatches for a living — 5 reasons I’d buy the new Garmin Vivoactive 6 and 3 reasons I’d skip it
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Should you buy the new Garmin Vivoactive 6? We weigh the pros and cons.

April Fools’ Day 2025 — the 21 best (and worst) jokes and pranks
By Dave LeClair, Jason England last updated
April Fools’ Day is here, and we’re covering the best (and worst) gags from companies that we see today.

Garmin’s latest smartwatch has a potentially game-changing new sleep feature
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Garmin Vivoactive 6 has new features to help you sleep better and train harder. Design and spec-wise, though, it's pretty similar to its predecessor.

Amazon Spring Sale outerwear deals — 7 high-tech jackets I’d buy right now from $35
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Amazon has my favorite wet-weather jackets discounted for the Big Spring Sale. These are the deals I recommend.

Garmin launches a paywall — here are all the premium Connect+ features that will cost you $6.99 a month
By Dan Bracaglia published
Here’s everything you need to know about the new Garmin Connect+ premium subscription, including costs and features.

We've tested the best cheap fitness trackers available right now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
We put the best cheap fitness trackers to the test to help you cover the essentials like sleep tracking, steps, and heart rate without breaking the bank.

Hurry! The Apple Watch SE is just $169 right now in Amazon Big Spring Sale
By Dan Bracaglia published
Thinking about an Apple Watch? Now’s the time to buy — save up to 32% off during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.

7 reasons why this budget-friendly smartwatch is my new go-to for surfing and swimming
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Forget the Apple Watch Ultra and Garmin Fenix 8. The sub-$300 T-Rex 3 is my new favorite smartwatch for tracking time spent in the water.

Apple Watch Ultra 3: All the rumors you need to know
By Alan Martin last updated
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 will likely arrive in September 2025 with notable improvements. Here's everything we know about potential specs and features for this next-gen smartwatch.

Best running watches of 2025: Top picks for runners of all levels
By Jessica Downey last updated
Our runners spent time with dozens of the best running watches to find the best models for you and your training.

Smartwatches vs. fitness trackers — how to choose which is right for you
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The line between smartwatches and fitness trackers is blurrier than ever. We’re here to help bring things into focus.

I've trained with the best sports watches for tracking your workouts — here are my top picks
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The best GPS sports watches are not only accurate trackers, but can also actually help to improve your performance, making them an essential tool for athletes of all levels.
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