Garmin Bounce 2
An LTE kids' watch from a brand that makes great watches
Typical price$299.99+ $9.99/mo
What it replacesThe "where are you?" text. Live location and calls without a phone.
Typical retail price as of 2026-11-10. Prices change, so the retailer's price at checkout is the one that counts. The retailer handles shipping and returns.
Garmin's kids' watch does two-way calls, texts and real-time location over LTE, with up to 50 approved contacts. Battery life is about two days. Garmin runs the plan, so you don't need a carrier line.
Why it's trending
The launch was widely covered as an LTE alternative to a first smartphone (Engadget, Tom's Guide, TechRadar). Source
Good to know
- Calls, texts and voice messages through the Garmin Jr. app, up to 50 contacts
- Real-time location and boundary alerts
- 1.2" AMOLED touchscreen, built-in GPS, 5 ATM water rating
- Battery up to 2 days
- LTE plan $9.99/mo or $99.99/yr
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