Garmin Bounce 2: Updated kids’ smartwatch — Specs, price & availability

Garmin has refreshed its Bounce smartwatch for kids. The new Bounce 2 emphasizes communication and tracking, but its headline is the price: $300 — about twice the prior generation and $50 more than the Apple Watch SE.

Key specs

• Display: rounded 1.2-inch AMOLED
• Connectivity: LTE for calls, voice messages (transcribed) and messaging
• Location: GPS tracking for real-time location
• Battery life: about 2 full days between charges
• Audio: can play music, but only via Amazon Music subscription
• Colors: available in three colors

Costs and subscriptions

The watch retails at $300. All communication features require Garmin’s subscription plans: $10 per month or $100 per year.

Availability

The Bounce 2 is available to order now.

Links & where to buy

• Garmin product page: https://www.garmin.com/p/1815501/
• Search on Amazon (affiliate): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Garmin+Bounce+2&tag=f1rede-20

Bottom line

Bounce 2 adds call support, message transcription and a nicer AMOLED screen — useful for parents — but the high price and required subscription may give buyers pause.

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