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 Apple Watches to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In 2024 so far, Dan’s tested dozens of wearables, including the latest devices from Apple, Google, Garmin, Fitbit and Samsung.
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 more, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the GPS and heart rate accuracy of the latest Fitbit, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.
Latest articles by Dan Bracaglia
I walked 6,000 steps with the Apple Watch Series 10 vs. Polar Vantage M3 — here's the winner
By Dan Bracaglia published
We pitted the newest Apple Watch against the latest Polar watch to find out which is the more accurate workout tracker.
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.
I walked 9,000 steps with the Apple Watch 10 vs. Pixel Watch 3 — 5 things that surprised me
By Dan Bracaglia published
Our Apple Watch Series 10 vs. Pixel Watch 3 XL face-off compares how these two popular smartwatches stack up in our head-to-head walk test for tracking accuracy, battery and comfort.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is my favorite Android smartwatch — and it just crashed to lowest price ever before Black Friday
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is tough-built, long-lasting and deeply discounted at the moment.
Smartwatch vs. adventure watch — which is best for you?
By Dan Bracaglia published
The line between smartwatch and adventure watch is blurry. Here's how to decide which is right for you based on nine key factors.
Carhartt Prime Day sales you can still shop now — 13 deals on jackets, gloves and more from $7
By Olivia Halevy last updated
Carhartt apparel and accessories are on major sale at Amazon. Shop my 15 favorite deals starting from $7.
LIVE: Best Amazon Prime Day TV deals still available — QLED, OLED and Mini-LED TV sales
By Nick Pino last updated
Amazon Prime Day TV deals are here to beat the Black Friday rush — here's how to save big on QLED, OLED and Mini-LED TVs.
Under Armour Prime Day sale 2024 — 16 deals you can still snag on apparel and sneakers from just $8
By Sam Hopes last updated
These deals on Under Armour fitness apparel could save you big money on Amazon Prime Day.
Act fast! The best Arc’teryx jacket I’ve ever owned is is 29% off at REI
By Dan Bracaglia published
You can take $90 off one of Arc'teryx's most versatile and comfortable jackets for a very limited time.
Forget Prime Day and Black Friday — get up to 70% off REI apparel including Arc’teryx, Obermeyer, HOKA and more
By Erin Bashford last updated
These amazing REI apparel deals include insulated jackets for winter and trail shoes for traversing wet terrain in winter.
Watch out, Amazon! These 11 Patagonia deals at REI are showing up Prime Day
By Erin Bashford last updated
Patagonia is one of the stalwarts of outdoor gear, and for good reason. Snap up these warm fleeces and coats just in time for winter.
Prime Day Asics sneaker deals — 19 running shoes I’d buy at up to 43% off
By Nick Harris-fry last updated
Some of Asics’ top running shoes are available at big discounts this Prime Day, don’t miss out on these deals.
Epic Arc'teryx sale at REI — 19 deals I'd shop from $48
By Grace Dean last updated
REI is offering excellent discounts on Arc'teryx apparel. Here are the 19 deals I'd buy right now from $48.
I test fitness trackers for a living – these are the 5 Prime Day fitness tracker deals I'd buy right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
Prime Day is the perfect time to score a sweet deal on a new fitness tracker from Fitbit, Garmin, Google or Amazfit.
Epic YETI Prime Day sale — 9 cooler and tumbler deals I’d shop now from $20
By Olivia Halevy last updated
Amazon is offering up to 30% off YETI drinkware during Prime Day. Shop my 9 favorite deals on coolers, tumblers and more.
Prime Day Garmin watch deals 2024 — my 6 favorite Garmin GPS smartwatches are on sale now
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Garmin Forerunner 55, 955 and Epix 2 are all marked down.
Be quick! The latest Prime Day Fitbit deals slash prices by up to $79 — my top 3 picks
By Dan Bracaglia published
Take up to 32% off these Fitbit and Google wearables, including the Fitbit Ace LTE and Pixel Watch 2.
15 Amazon Prime Day outerwear deals I'd buy right now, including my favorite The North Face jacket
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Amazon Prime Day has started and we're already seeing big savings on high-end gorpware.
The Amazfit Helio is my favorite smart ring — here’s why its sudden price drop is a problem
By Dan Bracaglia published
The Helio Ring is now just $199 with no subscription costs. Here's why that may be a bad thing
Amazfit Helio Ring review: I may never track my sleep with a smartwatch again
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Amazfit Helio Ring is a more affordable alternative to the Oura Ring Gen 3 and Samsung Galaxy Ring, and nearly as good.
I’ve never bought a smart ring, but the Oura Ring 4 might make me change my mind
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
5 reasons why the Oura Ring 4 may be the first smart ring I buy.
Sleep apnea detection finally comes to Apple Watch — here's how to set it up
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Apple Watch finally has sleep apnea detection, here's how to use this important health feature.
iOS 18.1 will bring this handy Apple Intelligence feature to your Apple Watch — and you can try it right now
By Dan Bracaglia published
You’ll also need an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence, though
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