17 Best Smartwatches in the Market

Here we take a look at some of the best smartwatches currently on the market

Smartwatches represent a new generation of technology: With these small, digital all-rounders, you can read your e-mails and text messages, log your health data or make phone calls. But that’ just the beginning: these watches can detect when their owner falls and call for help in an emergency. At the same time, they also look chic.

Available in a slim, minimalist round design or as an angular variant, smartwatches are a handy companion during sports, at work or during leisure time. These electronic wristwatches monitor sleep, serve as a navigation system and are capable of playing music. They are usually linked to a smartphone and must be compatible with its operating system. The performance spectrum is far greater than that of an analog watch from classic watch manufacturers.

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Best Smartwatches to Buy

We have selected models that have caught our eye with a combination of features and functions which outperform the competition, or have impressed us with their design. The models we’ve selected are ranked from the more expensive and therefore more equipped to the more affordable and less equipped.

Xiaomi Mi Band 6: If you want a small wristband.

Xiaomi Mi Band 6

Now in its sixth generation, it is a reliable companion for those interested in smart electronics on the wrist. In comparison to the last generation, the Mi Band 6 has increased the AMOLED display from 1.1″ to 1.56″, gained a finer resolution, and fits more in. You can now see two to three icons in the menu instead of one, for example. As for the watch faces, it is possible to change the data displayed in each widget and app.

The other big change is the removal of the button, everything is controlled by gestures and touches. The SpO₂ blood oxygen sensor is new. While the manufacturer promises a battery life of two weeks, that’s only true if you match it up with the functions and sensors. With everything in use, we come to about six days. The wristband is charged via a magnetic connector and the module does not need to be removed from the wristband. It is otherwise the same size as last year’s Mi Band 5, so the bands can be swapped out.

Sadly, it still doesn’t have a sensor to automatically adjust the brightness of the display, meaning you have to manually change the settings when you go from a darkened room to the sun. Also, while the number of measurable activities has increased to thirty (including swimming), it still lacks the GPS that the aforementioned Mi Watch Lite boasts.

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Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite: A clear price hit with GPS.

Once again, Xiaomi is breaking the established rules and spoiling the competition’s business, as no one offers such devices for that kind of money. The Mi Watch Lite is the cheapest branded smartwatch with integrated GPS on the market. It comes at a similar price as the less well-equipped Mi Band 6.

The trade-offs? Positive. The display is only an LCD, but the colors are bright and aggressive, and only in direct comparison with AMOLED you will see that they can be a bit more vivid. There are also compromises in the user interface: the menus move in steps and not smoothly like on a smartphone. The casing is made of plastic, yet it looks good. The main focus here is the very interesting price-performance ratio, although the watch is primarily intended for rather undemanding users and beginners.

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Xiaomi Amazfit GTS: Still a good choice after a long time

This popular model has been on the market for about two years, but that hasn’t affected its qualities. In terms of price, it has lost a lot of ground. The Xiaomi Amazfit GTS boasts a prestigious design, a beautiful AMOLED display with bright colors and a long battery life (without active GPS up to 12 days). Moreover, the watch is waterproof and you can select from several color options.

Its drawback is that you can’t install apps and respond to notifications from your phone. The English interface can be a problem, but even a beginner can most probably cope with the few terms. While the whole concept is very similar to Huawei’s “semi-smart” watches, the Amazfit has a key selling point. While you cannot access Huawei’s sports activity logs anywhere, the Amazfit can sync them with the popular Strava platform.

Meanwhile, the newer generation GTS 2 is available in stores already, but due to behind-the-scenes changes, we can’t recommend it just yet. Plus, they’re almost half the price, so the older model with bug-fixed software and a cheap price tag is winning by a wide margin right now.

Not to mention the latest third-generation watch from this October, which costs around $180 (GTS 3, GTR 3) and $230 (GTR 3 Pro). However, at the time of writing, the watch is not yet available in stores, so we can not yet recommend them. However, on paper they look interesting, improve stamina, measure health functions, and stay true to AMOLED displays. Stay tuned for more of the best smartwatches currently on the market.

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Huawei Watch Fit: What comes after the fitness bracelet?

This is the perfect watch for fitness bracelet owners who are looking to take their fitness to a slightly higher level. Featuring an elongated and slightly curved case, the lightweight Huawei Watch Fit actually makes it seem like you can’t feel it on your wrist at all. Still, it has a relatively large AMOLED display with nicely vibrant colors.

It is based on the same platform that powers the triple-priced Huawei GT2 Pro. There are compromises, of course: it lacks a barometer and an electronic compass, it can’t play music or measure SpO₂, but the basics remain – GPS, clear interface, simple operation, reliable mobile notifications, a suite of apps and optional dials. This watch started around 160 dollars, but now you can get it for about 80 dollars.

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Garmin Venu Sq: Great features at a great price.

The Garmin Venu Sq watch surprisingly combines a lot of features with a very low price. It is connected to the Garmin Connect sports portal and fully supports contactless payments with Garmin Pay. Its battery lasts 6 days, more than 30 hours (!) with GPS on, and of course it has a decent LCD display, you can upload apps and new watchfaces, you can reply to notifications from your cell phone… And it only costs around 185 dollars.

Drawbacks? The square Venu isn’t exactly pretty, and the plastic used for the case looks cheap. There are limited sports functions compared to higher-end models. This watch can’t play music, at least not until you get to the Venu Sq Music version, for which you have to pay at least around 40 dollars more. However, it is still an interesting model that falls far short of the Fenixes, but can be quite sufficient for watch beginners.

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Fitbit Charge 5: A wristband charged to the bursting point.

Fitbit’s most advanced fitness wristband to date, the Charge 5, might be a bit overrated, but you can’t dismiss its high-end features. The unassuming wrist accessory features an AMOLED display, a secure wristband fit, and multiple sensors. You can rely on the electrodes on the sides of the body for ECG recording and stress measurement. In addition, the wristband measures sleep quality, steps taken, heart rate, and overall physical and mental well-being.

We must criticize Fitbit for the fact that the wristband does not have all the announced features since the launch. They only came after it had already been on the market for a month. Its most notable addition is the everyday readiness assessment, which will tell you if you’re ready to exercise today or if you’d be better off resting.

When compared to other smart wristbands, we can point out the support for Fitbit Pay watch payments. What we like less, however, is the price. You could already buy some older, more complex models of the watch for this. Together with the wristband, you get a free six-month Fitbit Premium membership, however, even so, the price makes it an undoubtedly high-end wristband to consider. Stay tuned for more of the best smartwatches currently on the market.

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Mobvoi TicWatch E3: The watch that was absolutely free!

While a number of the featured wristbands and watches are using their own branded systems, the Mobvoi TicWatch E3 uses Wear OS 2.0. This fun watch borrows a lot from the more feature-rich TicWatch 3 Pro, but some of the features have disappeared. However, that went hand in hand with the final price, leaving us with no complaints. In addition, the TicWatch E3 is one of the most successful Wear OS watches to hit the market recently.

The watch’s resistance meets the IP68 standard, the display is “only” an LCD display, but with sufficient brightness, one can comfortably use the watch in direct sunlight. This watch can measure heart rate, blood oxygen level, normal movements and even sleep. Furthermore, there is a sensor that measures ambient noise. You can quickly access twenty different exercises directly from your wrist.

The watch case’s plastic structure is not bothering, though the display’s glass should be of better quality. In addition, the outdated Wear OS might not please everyone. On the other hand, the watch (as one of the few) can look forward to a comprehensive upgrade of the system, which will remove most of the criticized shortcomings. It will just take some time.

The TicWatch E3 is also the only watch that the manufacturer offers completely free of charge. Of course, you paid for it, but if you stick to the set workout limits, the manufacturer will give you back up to 100 percent of the purchase price. Stay tuned for more of the best smartwatches currently on the market.

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Honor Watch GS Pro: Armor and battery for three weeks

While Huawei introduced the titanium Watch GT2 Pro last fall, they also are selling the rugged Watch GS Pro under the Honor brand. That is exactly the same technology with a larger battery (which can last up to three weeks) and a rugged case. Huawei’s watches used to cost round 370 dollars, but now you can get them for around 230 dollars, but an Honor is perhaps twenty dollars cheaper.

The Watch GS Pro is water resistant up to 50 meters and complies with the MIL-STD 810G military standard. To put it in a nutshell, that means it won’t be buffeted by salt, sand, or anything else. The operating temperature range of -40 to 70 °C is also impressive. This watch is available with a rubber or textile strap, and the price-performance ratio is very interesting.

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Fitbit Versa 3: Style first

The third generation Fitbit Versa watch offers a sophisticated evolution and a big leap in the form of an additional GPS receiver. Featuring support for FitBit Pay payments, the ability to install apps and watch faces, an OLED display, and an overall design that brings the watch closer to the Garmin Venu Sq. The Versa is slightly more expensive, less sporty, and the battery lasts a third less, but this is the price you pay for “smartness.”

The strength of the watch is its style. Its materials are more valuable, the design is more elegant, there are beautiful color options to choose from, and if you add a woven band, the Versa 3 takes a big leap. Oh, and the hardware isn’t far behind this time around. Stay tuned for more of the best smartwatches currently on the market.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2: All the essentials in one small package

Samsung’s Active series is all about light weight and small size, something you’ll appreciate for everyday wear or for smaller wrists. There are two sizes available (40 and 44 mm), with the smaller size fitting even the most delicate ladies. That said, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 keeps all the features of the higher-end series. You have a bright AMOLED display with unmatched contrast, sports features, and you can even make calls with it.

Its clean style and simple design have given way to a rotating bezel, which is replaced by a digital bezel. If you swipe the edge of the display while scrolling, the watch vibrates gently and works surprisingly well. While the watch may look unassuming, Samsung has satisfied the MIL-STD-810G military standard. Battery life is typical for this type of watch: two days.

While Samsung has already switched to Wear OS for its new watches, the Watch Active2 still uses the older (and optimized) Tizen platform. There are practically only two disadvantages to the older watch model: The wristbands are not very comfortable, and you have to forget about contactless payments as well. Then again, it is a “niche” model, and its price can only go down.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 3: If you do not have to pay

Samsung’s older generation Galaxy Watch 3 might look a bit outdated, but if you don’t really need mobile payments, you can wear the tried-and-true Tizen operating system on your wrist and use it for a variety of purposes and probably won’t miss anything important. Being an older watch model, you can also get a decent value for your money. The only thing you should know is that mobile payments won’t be coming to the watch over time, and neither will it be updated to Wear OS.

The Galaxy Watch 3 is a presentable watch in two case sizes, which is suitable for both enterprise and sports, both when paired with a smartphone and all by itself (for example, the LTE version) with its own apps downloadable from the Galaxy Store.

You can pair it with all android devices, but it will work best directly with Samsung. The watch has a variety of measurement tools (for example, the ECG is not missing) and can detect falls. Unless you need mobile payments and don’t use the watch yet, it’s definitely not a waste of investment. Stay tuned for more of the best smartwatches currently on the market.

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Withings ScanWatch: A classic at a glance

Withings ScanWatch hybrid smartwatch perfectly combines a classic look with real refinements and smart functions, which are readable on a miniature display. You can see basic information on the body, for details you need to open the mobile app. Its stainless steel body looks beautiful, and Withings this time used sapphire glass to cover the display after the previous years’ criticism.

The features have been added, but the focus is more on health monitoring. While the ScanWatch can measure heart rate, ECG, and blood oxygen saturation, it doesn’t have GPS. This watch can retrieve location data from a connected cell phone, but it’s not ideal for sports. You can choose between two case sizes for almost the same price: 38 and 42 mm. The manufacturer promises a battery life of up to one month for both. However, if you occasionally measure your ECG and SpO₂, you’re already halfway there.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch4: The top model with Wear OS

Samsung ventured into new territory and pulled Google out of the puddle. This has resulted in the most feature-rich watch with the latest version of Wear OS, which will keep all users of more powerful Androids happy. The Galaxy Watch4 integrates nicely with the Google ecosystem and offers comprehensive measurement features (it now detects body fat) or Google Pay payments, both of which Samsung users have been asking for some time. It’s just that they weren’t satisfied with Tizen for a long time…

While Samsung has switched to a new platform, it’s not something out of the ordinary as far as looks are concerned. The familiar One UI setup is on the watch, and connectivity is limited to Android only, with Samsung’s communication working the best. There are two variants of a watch with a high-end display for you to choose from. While the Classic benefits from a massive rotating bezel, the Watch4 comes with a minimalist case and a sportier look.

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Apple Watch SE: The reasonable choice

While will talk about two other Apple smartwatches, in the following, but you might not want to spend big money on a watch right away. This new Apple Watch SE from last fall appears to be a reasonable middle ground.

There are some trade-offs here. Most notably, the ECG and SpO₂ measurements are not included, the display doesn’t have the “Always On” feature, and the processor is from last year, which means it’s a bit slower. However, if apps, wrist information, iPhone integration, contactless payments and an interesting price tag are your priority, you’ll definitely be satisfied. Stay tuned for more of the best smartwatches currently on the market.

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Apple Watch 6: Maybe you do not need sevens

Well, if you have an iPhone and want a smartwatch, then the Apple Watch is for you. Also, unless you need the latest generation, which brings only minimal changes anyway, the older Series 6 is just fine for you.

Its basic features, advantages and disadvantages are the same as the 7 model: debugging and flawless integration with the iPhone, the choice of apps, functions, colors, wristbands and accessories. Moreover, the battery life is a maximum of two days. Because the Series 6 is sold out, you won’t be able to buy them directly from Apple, but they’re still available and worth buying from other retailers.

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Apple Watch 7: There’s nothing to worry about when you have an iPhone

This year’s generation of Apple’s smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 7, has delivered a minimum of innovation. However, if you’re planning to update your Apple portfolio, it’s likely easy to fall under their spell. Well, at least assuming your wrists aren’t strapped with “sixes,” in which case you better invest in something more worthwhile. In fact, there’s only been an increase in display size, increased durability, and faster charging has been squeezed into the lineup. For a model that would have been better named the Watch 6S, that’s a bit too little.

Still, the Apple Watch’s main achievement is its debugging and flawless compatibility with the iPhone. The range of apps, features, colours, bands and accessories is unrivalled. The major downside is the battery life of two days at most, though that’s a common characteristic of more or less all better-equipped smartwatches. Also remember that the Apple Watch will only pair with iPhones and iPads, Android users will have to get their hands on one.

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Garmin Fenix: A cult even without a touchscreen

For a long time, the Garmin Phoenix has been a phenomenon and a cult by which athletes around the world are recognized. We should add that this privileged position is not a coincidence. When it comes to sports, training, analysis and more, you are not going to find anything better than this. Plus, they have a long battery life on a single charge.

In fact, it’s the only watch in this list for which we are not specifying a particular model. Actually, there are three sizes and versions depending on the available features and the type of cover glass, and then there are special editions, a range of colors, and you can buy the two previous generations alongside the last one.

Here’s a little tip that will save you some money: Feel free to skip the latest generation with the solar panel. The idea of getting energy without charging it is fantastic, however, in practice, the result is not very great. In case you are still waiting for the successor of the seventh generation, you should stop waiting and go for the sixth generation instead.

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