I love the Garmin Forerunner 45S because it fits my smaller wrist. It is basic and easy to use. It has GPS to track your pace, distance intervals and more. It is free to link to your Garmin Connect App so you can easily keep track of everything.
This is an easy to use watch. I had an issue with the strap breaking but Garmin replaced it no questions asked. It did take a long time for the replacement to come in though. The battery life is good and will last throughout long runs.
This a great beginner watch for any runner! It has everything you need without being overwhelming. I’ve had it for about two years, the battery doesn’t last as long, but that’s to be expected.