T3 Awards 2025: The Active finalists

Whether it's fitness, sport, transport or just the great outdoors, the Active shortlist for the 2025 T3 Awards is looking in excellent shape

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T3's Active section is for the adventurous. Those who like to get out and about, whether it's camping, walking, running, cycling or behind the wheel. It's for the astronomers, extreme sporters and drone flyers – if you want tech outside the home, there's something for you.

This year, there are 24 awards that cover this section in the T3 Awards 2025 shortlist. Each represents the very best currently on sale, from the best smart ring to the best electric scooter.

Innovation moves fast in all of these categories, with new models now being released every year. So it's rare that a finalist from last year will still be a consideration in 2025 – however there are always a few exceptions.

All the products featured in the Active shortlist for this year's awards have been thoroughly tested by the T3 team. They have been designated as top products and worthy finalists, but ultimately, there can only be one winner.

Here are this year's finalists in the Active section.

Best Action Camera

DJI Osmo Action 5
Finalist
DJI Osmo Action 5:

This updated action cam ushers in better low-light performance, improved battery life and dual OLED touchscreens.

GoPro Hero
Finalist
GoPro Hero:

A budget action camera that gets the job done.

GoPro Hero 13 Black
Finalist
GoPro Hero 13 Black:

A fantastic camera with innovative features and creative potential.

Insta360 Ace Pro 2
Finalist
Insta360 Ace Pro 2:

A sharp shooter with 8K video, dual-chip processing, and stellar low-light performance.

Insta360 X5
Finalist
Insta360 X5:

Features a massive sensor upgrade and AI-powered video to make 360 shooting even better.

Best Electric Car

Maserati GranTurismo Folgore
Finalist
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore:

Not just an impressive electric car, it’s an impressive sports car in its own right.

Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ technology
Finalist
Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ technology:

The all-electric G-wagen combines classic looks with state-of-the-art technology.

Mini Cooper SE
Finalist
Mini Cooper SE:

The new Mini Cooper SE has better performance and a fresh design, making it a lot of fun to drive.

Porsche Macan
Finalist
Porsche Macan:

The Macan is about as perfect as an electric SUV can get.

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT
Finalist
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT:

Its most potent electric Taycan yet

Renault 5 E-Tech
Finalist
Renault 5 E-Tech:

28 years after it went out of production, the archetypal French hatchback is back as an electric car fit for the 21st century.

Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge
Finalist
Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge:

The most powerful Rolls-Royce ever

Best Car

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2024

Last year's Best Car, the Mercedes E class E300e

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Best Car: Aston Martin Vanquish, Bentley Continental GT Hybrid, Porsche 911 GTS T-Hybrid, Range Rover Sport PHEV, Renault 5 E-Tech, Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II.

Best Dashcam

Nextbase IQ

Last year's Best Dashcam, the Nextbase IQ

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Best Dashcam finalists: Garmin Dash Cam Live, Nextbase IQ, Nextbase Piqo.

Best Fitness Innovation

Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot is now available to the public

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Best Fitness Innovation finalists: FORME Shaker, Kiprun KipX, Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot, Technogym Connected Dumbbells, Therabody - Theragun Prime Plus, Whoop MG, Zwift Ride.

Best Outdoor Innovation

Amflow PL first ride

Last year's Best Outdoor Innovation, the LifeStraw Peak Series Solo Water Filter

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Best Outdoor Innovation finalists: Big Agnes HyperBead Fabric, DJI Amflow PL Pro, DWARF 3 Dual Lens Smart Telescope, Mammut Loopinsulation, Montane Petrichor Technology, Simond MT900 Condensless 2-person Trekking Tent, Vollebak Martian Aerogel Jacket.

Best Home Workout Equipment

Nike Grind Dumbbell review

Last year's Best Home Gym Equipment, the Primal Personal Series 34kg Adjustable Dumbbell

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Home Workout Equipment finalists: Again Faster Competition Flat Bench 2.0, FOLD Reformer, Nike Grind Dumbbell, Nike Strength Bench, Primal Personal Series HIIT Bench, Technogym Connected Dumbbells.

Best Cardio Equipment

NordicTrack 2450 Commercial Treadmill against green background

The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 Treadmill, a finalist for this year's Best Cardio Equipment

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Best Cardio Equipment finalists: NordicTrack Commercial 2450 Treadmill, Technogym Run, Wattbike Air, Wattbike Proton, Zwift Ride.

Best Smartwatch

A photo of the OnePlus Watch 3 and OHealth app for Android

Last year's Best Smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 9

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Best Smartwatch finalists: Apple Watch Series 10, Google Pixel Watch 3, Huawei Fit 4 Pro, Oneplus Watch 3, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, Xiaomi Watch S4.

Best Smart Ring

EMBARGOED UNTIL 8:00 AM BST ON OCT. 3, 2024 | Oura Ring 4 official press photos

Last year's Best Smart Ring, the Oura Ring Gen 3

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Best Smart Ring finalists: Amazfit Helio Ring, Oura Ring 4, RingConn Gen 2 Air, RingConn Smart Ring Gen 2, Samsung Galaxy Ring.

Best Smartwatch

Amazfit Cheetah Pro review

Last year's Best Smartwatch, the Garmin Forerunner 965

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Best Running or Multisport Watch finalists: Amazfit Active 2, Amazfit Cheetah Pro, Coros Pace Pro, Garmin Forerunner 970, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra.

Best Outdoor Watch

Garmin Fenix 8 review

Last year's Best Outdoor Watch, the Garmin Fenix 7 Pro

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Best Outdoor Watch finalists: Garmin Fenix 8, Garmin Enduro 3, Amazfit T-Rex 3, Garmin Instinct 3, Mobvoi Atlas.

Best Fitness Headphones

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Last year's Best Fitness Headphones, the Jabra Elite 8 Active

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Best Fitness Headphones finalists: Apple AirPods 4, Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, Huawei FreeArc, Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2, Shokz Openfit 2.

Best Running Shoes

PUMA Fast-RB review

Last year's Best Running Shoes, the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4

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Best Running Shoes finalists: Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4, Brooks Glycerin MAX, Hoka Mach X 2, Nike Zoom Fly 6, Puma FAST-RB NITRO Elite PR.

Best Trail Running Shoes

Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra review

The Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra, a finalist for this year's Best Trail Running Shoes

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Best Trail Running Shoes finalists: Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra, ASICS METAFUJI TRAIL, Hoka Speedgoat 6, Hoka Tecton X 3, Saucony Peregrine 14, The North Face Summit Vectiv Pro 3.

Best Workout Shoes

Side on view of the Nike Free Metcon trainer

Last year's Best Workout Shoes, the Vivobarefoot Motus Strength

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Best Workout Shoes finalists: Adidas Dropset 3, GoRuck Rough Runner, Nike Free Metcon 6, R.A.D One V2, Reebok Nano X5, UA Reign 6 Training Shoes.

Best Electric Bike

Brompton Electric G Line review

Last year's Best Electric Bike, the BMC 257 AMP AL TWO

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Best Electric Bike finalists: Brompton Electric G Line, Canyon Grizl:ON CF Daily, Engwe MapFour N1 Pro, Priority Current Plus, Whyte RHeO 3.

Best Electric Scooter

Navee S40 review

Last year's Best Electric Scooter, the Pure Advance Flex

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Best Electric Scooter finalists: Acer Predator ES, Apollo Phantom 2.0 (52V), Navee S40, Segway Max G3.

Best Portable Power Station

Bluetti AC240

The Bluetti AC240, a finalist for this year's Best Portable Power Station

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Best Portable Power Station: Bluetti AC240, Bluetti Elite 200 V2, DJI Power 500, EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus, EcoFlow RIVER 3 UPS, Jackery Explorer 1000 v2.

Best Drone

DJI Flip review

Last year's Best Drone, the DJI Mini 4 Pro

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Best Drone finalists: DJI Avata 2, DJI Flip, DJI Mavic 4 Pro, DJI Neo, HoverAir X1 PRO, Potensic Atom 2.

Best Hiking Boots

Vivobarefoot Gobi Hiber review

Last year's Best Hiking Boots, the Danner Mountain 600

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Best Hiking Boots finalists: AKU Conero NBK GTX, Danner Inquire Mid, Hoka Kaha 3 GORE-TEX, Lowa Renegade Evo GTX, Merrell Moab Speed 2 Hiking Boots, Vivobarefoot Gobi Hiber.

Best Walking Shoes

Keen Hightrail shoes being worn on a beach

Last year's Best Walking Shoes, the Adidas Terrex FreeHiker 2.0

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Best Walking Shoes: Altra Lone Peak 9+, Inov-8 Roclite GTX Mens, KEEN Hightrail EXP Waterproof Hiking Shoes, Merrell SpeedARC Matis, Salomon X Ultra 360 GORE-TEX, Scott Kinabalu 3 GTX.

Best Waterproof Jacket

Helly Hansen Foil X Jacket review

Last year's Best Waterproof Jacket, the Mountain Equipment Makalu Jacket

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Best Waterproof Jacket finalists: Columbia Wyldwood Waterproof Hiking Shell, Helly Hansen Foil X, Montane Cetus Lite, Outdoor Research Foray 3L Jacket, Peak Performance Vislight GORE-TEX C-Knit 3L Shell Jacket, The North Face Summit Shell.

Best Tent

Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 XL review

Last year's Best Tent, the TNF HomeStead Domey 3-Person Tent

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Best Tent finalists: Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 XL, Fjallraven Abikso Friluft 2, Lotus Air Bud, Nemo Dragonfly OSMO 2-Person Tent, Thule Outset.

The winners of the T3 Awards 2025 will be announced during the week of 30th June 2025.

Mat Gallagher
Mat Gallagher

As T3's Editor-in-Chief, Mat Gallagher has his finger on the pulse for the latest advances in technology. He has written about technology since 2003 and after stints in Beijing, Hong Kong and Chicago is now based in the UK. He’s a true lover of gadgets, but especially anything that involves cameras, Apple, electric cars, musical instruments or travel.

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