Top 10 Men's Athletic Watches

BEST FOR: The serious runner will love this watch's heart rate monitor and integrated GPS 

LOVED FOR: This watch has a long battery life (up to 30 hours in medium GPS accuracy mode) when compared to most GPS watches that average around 10-15 hours per charge. 

LOVED FOR: A clear, easy to use display screen that's even easier to program

BEST FOR: Water resistant for up to 330 feet, this watch can be used while swimming and snorkeling.

LOVED FOR: A beast of an accessory designed with the serious runner in mind. This watch has all the bells and whistles.

HELPFUL TIP: You can customize a lot of this watch's features, but only on the mobile app.

USERS SAID: "A wonderful watch. The user experience is great. The face is easy to read, quick access to the chronometer and the watch is not bulky. At a very affordable price, this watch is a jewel." 

HELPFUL TIP: This watch is water resistant to 100m (330ft), thus suitable for swimming and snorkeling, but not diving.

LOVED FOR: A classic, multi-function watch at an unbeatable price of less than $15

USERS SAID: "To start off, this watch looks great. The digits are very easy to read, and using the timer/alarm/stopwatch is very easy as well. The rubber strap is comfortable and does not feel strange around your wrist. The two buttons on each side of the watch are also very easy to press. Overall, for $15, you cannot get a better watch."

LOVED FOR: A streamlined fitness accessory that also provides call and text notifications so you can stay in the know while working out

BEST FOR: Lowkey fitness junkies and those who need a little more fun in their workouts

BEST FOR: Those with vision problems who really just need something easily readable—no unnecessary frills

LOVED FOR: A digital screen with all the basics: time, date, alarm, and stopwatch

USERS SAID: "Military precision and quality. I am an ex-serviceman and wish I had a watch like this while I was deployed. Time sets automatically to different time zones. Has a rugged and stealthy look. I receive compliments all the time. Truly high quality."

HELPFUL TIP: This watch is shock resistant and water resistant up to 200m.

BEST FOR: Runners who believe that style and substance are not mutually exclusive

LOVED FOR: A virtual pacer, interval trainer, GPS smart notifications from your phone, and more

LOVED FOR: This Fitbit tracks sleep, steps, calories, distance, and date/time/day—and helps the user achieve their fitness goals.

HELPFUL TIP: To ensure the Fitbit tracks all your steps, make sure you're not stepping too softly or keeping your wrist rigid.