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Garmin Lily 2

74
Mixed
Average of 6 professional reviews
3 of 6 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 6 reviews landedRange 60–85
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 74.3 · 4 printed, 2 estimated · printed scores only: 70

Garmin Lily 2Image: Garmin

6 professional reviewers tested the Garmin Lily 2, and 3 recommend it. Most praised: design and battery life.

Reviewed by PCMag, Trusted Reviews, The Disconnekt and 3 more

The catch: There is no built-in GPS and the display is grayscale.

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What 6 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 80
    PCMagHands-on review · 2024

    The most fashionable fitness tracker for women, with a good battery, new sports modes and sleep insights.

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  2. 70
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2024

    Wins on comfort and design with accurate activity tracking and great Body Battery and stress features.

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  3. 70
    The DisconnektHands-on review · 2024

    A slim, elegant tracker with accurate activity data and standout Body Battery and stress features, suited to casual exercisers.

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  4. 60
    AdvntureHands-on review · 2024

    A beautiful, female-focused tracker with useful sleep score and cycle tracking.

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  5. 85est.
    DC RainmakerNo printed score · Video review · 2024

    The Garmin Lily 2 is a stylish, compact smartwatch that successfully addresses the flaws of its predecessor, offering reliable performance and improved features.

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  6. 81est.
    WareableNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2024

    Wareable finds the Lily 2 stylish, light and accurate, and a good pick for small wrists or casual use.

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What critics praise most

Design6 of 6
Battery life5 of 6
Health tracking5 of 6

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the Garmin Lily 2 worth it?

Critics are divided: 3 of 6 recommend it. There is no built-in GPS and the display is grayscale.

Do critics agree about the Garmin Lily 2?

Broad agreement: scores range from 60 (Advnture) to 85 (DC Rainmaker), a spread of 25 points across 6 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What is the best alternative to the Garmin Lily 2?

The Coros Nomad (critic score 89), top pick, narrowly.