The latest from Garmin is the brand-new CIRQA Smart Band Health and Fitness Tracker. This new screen-free device tracks fitness and health metrics around the clock with a low-profile and inconspicuous wrist strap (or arm band) design. Like similar devices, the CIRQA continuously tracks numerous metrics to provide a picture of overall health and wellness. It also tracks and records activities and is compatible with Edge cycling computers for real-time heart rate monitoring while you ride.
“We purposefully created CIRQA Smart Band for those who are passionate about staying healthy and active. With its discreet design and trusted health and fitness tracking tools Garmin is known for, this smart band complements our lineup of popular smartwatches and wellness monitors, allowing users to transition smoothly between their Garmin devices throughout the day. Plus, with no subscription required, CIRQA Smart Band helps you stay on top of your health and fitness goals—and makes a thoughtful gift for others who want to do the same.”
—Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Garmin CIRQA Smart Band Details
Garmin designed the CIRQA to be distraction-free with no screen to steal your attention as you go about your day. Meanwhile, the device continuously monitors health and performance metrics and automatically detects and records activities throughout the day. The low-profile fabric bands are claimed to provide maximum comfort and are available in a range of colors, including Citron Gray, Mauve, French Gray, Dark Olive, Captain Blue, French Blue, and Black. It is sold in a wrist strap configuration, and an arm band is sold separately to suit varying needs and preferences.
The CIRQA Smart Band does not require a subscription for its core health and wellness tracking functions. Users simply need to connect it to the Garmin Connect app to view the data collected and insights provided.
Health Monitoring
Like similar devices, one of the primary purposes of the CIRQA Smart Band is to provide users with continuous monitoring of important metrics to provide a picture of overall health and wellness. To do this, the device monitors wrist-based heart rate, skin temperature, stress, Pulse Ox, Body Battery energy monitoring, and other metrics, which can be viewed on the Garmin Connect app.
Garmin says, “Women can also track their menstrual cycle and pregnancy, get better period predictions and past ovulation estimates by tracking skin temperature while sleeping3 and sync their data with the FDA-cleared Natural Cycles birth control app (Natural Cycles subscription required).”
Of course, the CIRQA Smart Band also tracks a user’s sleep and offers insight into recovery, which could be useful for cyclists and other athletes. According to Garmin, “This smart band provides comprehensive sleep data, including a detailed breakdown of sleep stages, a sleep score, guidance on optimal sleep duration, heart rate variability, respiration and nap detection—all readily available within the Garmin Connect app.”
Fitness Tracking
The CIRQA Smart Band tracks fitness basics like daily steps and calories burned, plus it has numerous other fitness tracking features. Cyclists will be happy to know that the CIRQA is compatible with Edge cycling computers, so you can monitor your heart rate on your device while you ride. Other fitness tracking features are listed below.
- Manual activity tracking: Track more than 80 different activities – including running, walking, yoga and more – or select a favorite activity to track by simply tapping the single side button.
- Advanced training metrics: Dial in with performance features like training readiness to know whether it’s a good day to go hard or take it easy and track progress with HRV status, VO2 max and training status to get insights into training effectiveness.
- Workout benefit and recovery time: Better understand how each workout affects the body and how much time is needed to recover.
- Connected GPS: Connect to a compatible iPhone or Android smartphone’s GPS to accurately track outdoor walks, rides and runs.
- LiveTrack location sharing: Let friends and family follow along in real-time when using a smartphone and the Garmin Connect app.
Pricing and Availability
Garmin’s new CIRQA Smart Band is available with a retail price of $199.99. The optional arm band accessory sells for $59.99. Head to the Garmin website to learn more.
