My favourite budget multisport watch is even cheaper on Prime Big Deal Days

(Image credit: Polar)

published 11 October 2023

Polar launched the affordable Pacer Pro last year, and it went under the radar of many runners and triathletes. It's a shame, as this is a super competent watch and has a range of sensors and features that make it an optimal training partner. At this price point, it's almost a no-brainer to try it!

The best triathlon watches are generally more expensive due to the fact they are capable of tracking multiple sports activities accurately. Although the brand markets the Polar Pacer Pro as a running watch, it's actually an entry-level multisport watch and one of the more decent ones of those, too.

We'll go out on a limb and add that the Pacer Pro is a better option than the flagship Vantage V2 – it's definitely better value for money. It works faster than the Vantage M2, its closest predecessor, which is evident in screen transitions and load times. Adding extra features, such as running power and different tests, was a good call from Polar and further increased the 'getting your money's worth' appeal of the Pacer Pro.

For more wearable offers, check out T3's roundup of the best cheap Apple Watch and cheap Garmin watch deals. We also have a list of the best Fitbit deals. For anything else, take a look at our Prime Big Deal Days hub.

Matt Kollat is a journalist and content creator who works for T3.com and its magazine counterpart as an Active Editor. His areas of expertise include wearables, drones, fitness equipment, nutrition and outdoor gear. He joined T3 in 2019. His byline appears in several publications, including Techradar and Fit&Well, and more. Matt also collaborated with other content creators (e.g. Garage Gym Reviews) and judged many awards, such as the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance's ESSNawards. When he isn't working out, running or cycling, you'll find him roaming the countryside and trying out new podcasting and content creation equipment.