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The best G-SHOCK watch for running is a watch with a built-in GPS & Heart Rate Sensor. However, there may be other models that fit running functions as well. Introducing our guide to G-SHOCK Running Watches that is constantly updated by our Editors.
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G-SHOCKs for Running with built-in GPS and Heart Rate Sensor
Supporting the G-SHOCK MOVE APP with ready-to-use workout plans and built-in GPS & Optical Sensors [for heart rate, speed, distance, calories burned] these G-SHOCKs are perfect for your running workouts. Professionals also use G-SHOCK watches like this to improve their running performance.
GPR-H1000
GBD-H2000
GSW-H1000
GBD-H1000
GSR-H1000
*The GSR-H1000 features an additional motion sensor (not built-in).
G-SHOCKs for Running with Phone GPS and without Heart Rate Sensor
These are slightly different sports watches without the optical heart rate sensor and GPS. That may seem bad for running, but it’s not. These G-SHOCKs are more affordable [because they don’t require expensive technologies] but can also be adapted to running activities with your smartphone’s GPS. You sync the watch with your phone, activate your workout, and the watch automatically pulls up your pace and distance information on the watch dial. The watch also has a reasonably accurate pedometer calibrated from accurate GPS Data.
GBD-200
GBD-100
GBA-900
G-SHOCKs for Running with Advanced Timers (without GPS & Heart Rate Sensor)
All watches get advanced features to support your body condition: a pedometer to monitor your physical activity, a multifunction timer, calorie counting, etc. You may use them for running, but without Heart Rate & GPS information.
GBD-800
GBA-800
GMD-B800
Use our advanced table to filter all watches in the listing by price, or search a top feature by typing for example “Solar” in the search form.
*you can use a horizontal scroll on mobile to see all table columns| G-SHOCK | Year | Top Features | Avg Amazon Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPR-H1000 | 2024 | Bluetooth, Solar Power, Compass, Heart Rate Sensor, Thermometer, Barometer Altimeter, Pedometer, Tide Graph, CASIO WATCHES APP, Light, Moon Data, Sunrise/sunset display, Gyroscope, Vibe Alarm | $500 |
| DW-H5600 | 2023 | Bluetooth, Pedometer, Interchangeable Bands, CASIO WATCHES APP, Light, Vibe Alarm, Moon Data, Heart Rate Sensor, Sunrise/sunset display, Solar Powered | 300$ |
| GBD-H2000 | 2023 | Bluetooth, Heart Rate Sensor, Barometer Altimeter, GPS (for distance), Moon Data, Sunrise/sunset display, Pedometer, CASIO WATCHES APP, Vibe Alarm, Gyroscope, Solar Powered | 400$ |
| GBD-200 | 2021 | Bluetooth, Light, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Pedometer | 230$ |
| GSW-H1000 | 2021 | Bluetooth, Compass, Barometer Altimeter, Pedometer, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Light, Heart Rate Sensor | 700$ |
| GSR-H1000 | 2021 | Bluetooth, Heart Rate Sensor, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Light, Pedometer, GPS (for distance) | 450$ |
| GBA-900 | 2021 | Bluetooth, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Light, Pedometer | 185$ |
| GBD-H1000 | 2020 | Bluetooth, Thermometer, Barometer Altimeter, GPS (for distance), Pedometer, Light, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Heart Rate Sensor, Compass, Vibe Alarm, Solar Powered | 400$ |
| GBD-100 | 2020 | Bluetooth, Pedometer, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Light | 140$ |
| GMD-B800 | 2020 | Bluetooth, Pedometer, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Light | 100$ |
| GBD-800 | 2018 | Bluetooth, Pedometer, Light, G-SHOCK MOVE APP | 100$ |
| GBA-800 | 2018 | Bluetooth, Pedometer, G-SHOCK MOVE APP, Light | 120$ |
G-Shock GPR-H1000
- Activity name
- Split time
- Running distance
- Activity start day and time
- Pace
Year of First Release — 2024 / 500$
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Suitable for Wrist Size: 145 – 215 mm
Lineup: RANGEMAN (The Rangeman has been designed to withstand the toughest of conditions. With a digital compass, barometer, altimeter, thermometer and step tracker, you’ll reach your goal even when challenges seem insurmountable. RANGEMAN – the perfect union of toughness and technical finesse.) All G-Shock RANGEMAN Watches →
You pay for: Mud resist buttons, Metal side guard for sensors, Heart rate monitor, Step Count, Training Function, CASIO Watches App, Mobile link, Gyroscope sensor, Digital compass, Thermometer, Barometer/Altimeter, Biomass plastics in the case and band, Tough Solar, USB Charging, Blood oxygen level measurement, GPS Functionality, Display of Route Travelled, Notification Mode, Vibration for notifications, Tide graph, Moon Data, Sunrise, sunset time display, 200-meter water resistance.
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GPR-H1000 Wiki Page →
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G-SHOCK DW-H5600
- Activity name
- Split time
- Running distance
- Activity start day and time
- Pace
Year of First Release — 2023 / $300
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Suitable for Wrist Size: 145 – 215 mm
Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.). All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: Origin Square Design, MIP-Display, 200-meter water resistance, heart rate monitor, Step Count, Casio Watches App, Mobile link, Training Function, Notification Mode, Tough Solar, USB Charging, Biomass Plastic, Smart Alarm, Moon Data, Sunrise/Sunset Display.
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on DW-H5600 Wiki Page →
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G-SHOCK GBD-H2000
- Activity name
- Split time
- Running distance
- Activity start day and time
- Pace
Year of First Release — 2023 / $400
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Suitable for Wrist Size: 145 – 215 mm
Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.). All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: 200-meter water resistance, heart rate monitor, Step Count, Gyroscope, Casio Watches App, Mobile link, Training Function, Digital compass, Thermometer, Barometer, Altimeter, GPS Functionality, Display of Route Travelled, Notification Mode, Tough Solar, USB Charging, Biomass Plastic, Smart Alarm, Moon Data, Sunrise/Sunset Display.
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBD-H2000 Wiki Page →
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G-SHOCK GBD-200
Training Log Screen
Training Log List
Year of first Release — 2021 / 230$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.). All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: Sport Line for Running and other Cardio activities, GPS accuracy correction, Running Data, Step Count, G-SHOCK Move App, MIP (Memory In Pixel) LCD, 200-meter water resistance
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBD-200 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Bluetooth, #G-Shock-2021
G-SHOCK GSW-H1000
- The 10 segments of this ring represent 100% of your personal best pace based on your history of past runs (10% each).
- Shows your Heart Rate.
- Shows the current time, day of the week, and date.
- A map around your current location and a track of your movements are displayed as the background.
Running Features *editorial
— The heart rate monitor displays the estimated heart rate based on the pulse measured by the optical sensor built into the back cover
— Accelerometer, gyrometer (to capture the data on distance, speed and pace which is so useful for people doing physical training)
— Google Fit (to track important activity metrics)
— G-SHOCK MOVE smartphone app (various logs useful for training — from activity history and analysis to progress reports and more)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2021 / 699$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.) All G-SHOCK G-Squad Watches →
You pay for: Sport Line with Wear OS, Optical Heart Rate Monitor, Running Data, Sensors, G-SHOCK Move App, Changeable Display Design
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GSW-H1000 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-Bluetooth, #G-Shock-2021, #G-Shock-Heart-Rate-Monitor, #G-Shock-StepCount
G-SHOCK GBA-900
Running Features *editorial
— Accelerometer (can measure distance while being linked with the GPS function of a smartphone via Bluetooth®)
— G-SHOCK Move App (helps to simplify the configuration of watch settings and training management. Also you can check your activity history)
— Super Illuminator face illumination keeps face information easy to read, even in the dark
— Lifelog calculation function (calorie and distance calculations based on step count)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2021 / 185$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.) All G-SHOCK G-Squad Watches →
You pay for: G-SHOCK Move App, Step Count, GPS but with your Phone Connection, very comfortable
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBA-900 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Ana-Digi, #G-Shock-Bluetooth, #G-Shock-2021, #G-Shock-StepCount
G-SHOCK GSR-H1000
Running Features *editorial
— MIP LCD display (the watch can display all-important running information on your wrist)
— Running Data (speed via GPS, pace, heart rate, distance etc. All important info for a runner)
— Runmetrix Smartphone App (coaching service and lots of training possibilities via App)
— Motion sensor equipped with a GPS + 9-axis sensor measures the movement of the body during running with high accuracy.
— Form alert function (detects and notifies you of form irregularities and supports form correction)
— Personal coaching (choose a practice plan that suits you and manage the schedule and workout menu presented to help you reach your goals efficiently)
— Training log (list measurement data for each activity)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2021 / $800
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Lineup: G-SHOCK for Runners (A new line of G-SHOCK Watches for Runners. May be used either for professional runners or amateurs. Good for particular features like speed, pace, distance, heart rate measurements. Thanks to MIP LCD, the watch can display all-important running information on your wrist. The line supports specific Phone Apps)
You pay for: G-SHOCK Running Watch, CMT-S20R-AS Motion Sensor, Running Data, MIP LCD display, Runmetrix Smartphone App, Optical Heart Rate Monitor
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GSR-H1000 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-Bluetooth, #G-Shock-2020, #G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Heart-Rate-Monitor
G-SHOCK GBD-H1000
Training Log Mode
Training Log List
Running Features *editorial
— Wrist heart rate measurement (maximum measurement value: 220 bpm). Heart rate, target heart rate setting, heart rate zone graphic indication, heart rate graph, maximum heart rate, minimum heart rate)
— Training Function (Display of distance, speed, pace, and other calculated values based on GPS or accelerometer data, auto/manual lap times, Auto Pause, Auto Run Timing Start, target alert setting (time, altitude, calories burned) on/off, training display customization (elapsed time, distance, pace, lap time, lap distance, lap pace, average pace, speed, average speed, calories burned, heart rate, average heart rate, road grade, elevation, cumulative ascent, cumulative descent, ascent pace, descent pace))
— Training Data (Up to 100 runs, up to 140 lap times per run). Elapsed time, distance, pace, calories burned, heart rate, maximum heart rate, aerobic training effect, anaerobic training effect
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2020 / 400$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.). All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: 200-meter water resistance, heart rate monitor, Step Count, G-SHOCK Move App, Mobile link, Training Function, Digital compass, Thermometer, Barometer, Altimeter, GPS Functionality, Display of Route Travelled, Notification Mode, Tough Solar, USB Charging.
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBD-H1000 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-Heart-Rate-Monitor, #G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Bluetooth, #G-Shock-Compass, #G-Shock-Barometer-and-Altimeter, #G-Shock-GPS, #G-Shock-Solar
G-SHOCK GBD-100
Training Log Mode
Training Log List
Running Features *editorial
— Training Function (Display of distance, speed, pace, and other calculated values based on accelerometer, auto/manual lap times, Auto Pause, target alert setting (time, calories burned) on/off, training display customization (elapsed time, distance, pace, lap time, lap distance, lap pace, average pace, speed, average speed, calories burned)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2020 / 140$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.) All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: 200-meter water resistance, Step count, G-SHOCK Move App, Mobile link, Notification Mode, Training Function
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBD-100 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Bluetooth
G-SHOCK GBD-800
Running Features *editorial
— Training Function (Display of distance, speed, pace, and other calculated values based on accelerometer, auto/manual lap times, Auto Pause, target alert setting (time, calories burned) on/off, training display customization (elapsed time, distance, pace, lap time, lap distance, lap pace, average pace, speed, average speed, calories burned)
— Training Data (Up to 100 runs, up to 140 lap times per run). Elapsed time, distance, pace, calories burned
— Life Log Data (Daily data display (step count), Monthly data display (running distance)
— User profile creation (for your sport activities)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2018 / 100$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.) All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: 200-meter water resistance, G-SHOCK Connected App, Mobile link, Stopwatch with Target Time alarm, Interval timer with up to five time settings, Step count
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBD-800 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Bluetooth
G-SHOCK GBA-800
Running Features *editorial
— Step count (using a 3-axis acceleration sensor: 0 to 999,999 step count display range)
— Step Goal Progress Display (step count goal setting range: 1,000 to 50,000, 1,000-step increments)
— Step Count Graph: Hourly step count for the past 11 hours on a 6-level graph
— Step indicator
— Countdown timer (Timer for interval measurement (up to five time settings) Measuring unit: 1 second Input range: 00’00” to 60’00” (1-second increments) Others: Auto-repeat (number of repeats settable from 1 to 20), auto-start)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2018 / 120$
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Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.) All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: 200-meter water resistance, G-SHOCK Connected App, Mobile link, Stopwatch with Target Time alarm, Interval timer with up to five time settings, Step count
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GBA-800 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Bluetooth, #G-Shock-Ana-Digi
G-SHOCK GMD-B800
Running Features *editorial
— Step count (using a 3-axis acceleration sensor: 0 to 999,999 step count display range)
— Step Goal Progress Display (step count goal setting range: 1,000 to 50,000, 1,000-step increments)
— Step Count Graph: Hourly step count for the past 11 hours on a 6-level graph
— Step indicator
— Countdown timer (Timer for interval measurement (up to five time settings) Measuring unit: 1 second Input range: 00’00” to 60’00” (1-second increments) Others: Auto-repeat (number of repeats settable from 1 to 20), auto-start)
See full specs here →
Year of first Release — 2020 / 100$
*average Amazon Price, we may earn commission from purchases
Lineup: G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.) All G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Watches →
You pay for: 200-meter water resistance, G-SHOCK Connected App, Mobile link, Step count, Stopwatch with Target Time alarm, Interval timer with up to five time settings
Full information: Colors, Detailed Specs, Photos, News on GMD-B800 Wiki Page →
#G-Shock-Digital, #G-Shock-StepCount, #G-Shock-Bluetooth
G-SHOCK “for running ” TOP Features *depends on the watch. Some models may miss some features
| Heart rate monitor | displays the estimated heart rate based on the pulse measured by the optical sensor built into the back cover |
| Accelerometer, gyrometer | to capture the data on distance, speed and pace which is so useful for people doing physical training |
| Google Fit | to track important activity metrics |
| G-SHOCK MOVE smartphone app | various logs useful for training — from activity history and analysis to progress reports and more |
| Super Illuminator face illumination | keeps face information easy to read, even in the dark |
It is definitely GBD-H1000 as it has an optical sensor and GPS for checking your heart rate and distance (speed)
Only if you need to track some time using very advanced and custom timers, stopwatches and other alerts.
Definitely. All these watches have workout functions where you can set some intervals for crossfit or other activities.
Not Sure about G-SHOCK for running and swimming? There are more G-SHOCKs!
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