Garmin Fenix E drops to record-low $399 at Amazon and Walmart

Garmin's Fenix E smartwatch is on sale for about $399 at Amazon, which one report calls a record low. Another source lists the same model at $400 at Walmart. The usual price is given as $799 or $800, depending on the source, so the discount is about half.

The Fenix E is a 47mm model with an AMOLED screen, a fiber-reinforced polymer case and a stainless steel bezel. Sources list navigation with a built-in compass, gyroscope and altimeter, plus pulse oximetry, respiration and sleep tracking, stamina tracking and a daily training readiness score. Built-in workouts, music downloads and contactless payments at compatible terminals are also mentioned. The watch has no speaker or microphone, so it cannot take calls.

Sources disagree on battery life. One report says the watch lasts two weeks per charge, with GPS running for up to 42 hours. Another gives up to 16 days of battery life. Check the claim against your own use before buying.

One reviewer compares the Fenix E with the Venu 3S, which is listed at $299 on sale and is $250 less than the newer Venu 4. In that reviewer's view, the Venu 3S has a more elegant design and a button layout the reviewer prefers, while the Venu 4 has more features, a metal case and, according to the report, one to two days less battery life.

The sources do not say how long these prices will last. Deal pages describe them as limited-time offers, and one listing mentions free shipping. Prices and stock can change quickly, so the current retailer price should be checked before ordering.