Overview
- Garmin began selling the Cirqa smart band in late July as a $199 screenless tracker that does not require a subscription for its core health and fitness features.
- The Cirqa records a wide range of metrics including heart rate, HRV, Pulse Ox, sleep stages and coaching, training readiness and VO2 max, with all data accessed in the Garmin Connect app.
- Reviewers report roughly 10–11 days of battery life and note the band has no onboard GPS so users must carry a paired phone for distance, pace and route mapping.
- Early hands‑on coverage and user tips revealed practical features and workarounds such as ANT+ and Bluetooth heart‑rate broadcasting, an LED battery‑check, an optional upper‑arm accessory and DIY strap hacks.
- An Indonesia certification filing tied to the Cirqa name suggests Garmin may be exploring a smart ring, but that filing is unconfirmed and Garmin has not announced any ring plans.