Garmin Cirqa Ditches The Display Entirely And Pushes All Health Data To The Connect App With Zero Subscription Fees Required
According to RS Web Solutions, Garmin has officially launched the Cirqa, a screenless smart band priced at $199.99 in the US and £179.99 in the UK, going on sale July 24, 2026.
The Cirqa has no display at all. Instead of showing stats or notifications on the wrist, everything syncs directly to the Garmin Connect app. Heart rate, blood oxygen, skin temperature, stress, HRV status, sleep quality, and women’s health features are all tracked continuously and reviewed on your phone.
Despite the minimalist design, the spec list is serious. The band supports over 80 sport and activity profiles, auto-recognises certain workouts, and delivers recovery insights and wellness summaries entirely through the app. Garmin claims 10 days of battery life on a single charge.
The most aggressive move here is pricing strategy. No subscription fees, ever. Whoop charges monthly. Garmin is not.
Available in Black, Captain Blue, French Gray, and Mauve in two sizes, the Cirqa targets athletes, light sleepers, and anyone who finds a traditional smartwatch too much. Simpler does not have to mean lesser.
Check out our previous coverage of wearable tech on The Trusted Times.
