Whether you're looking to complement your style track your fitness or just sample the coolest wearable of the moment smartwatches do a lot more than just tell time they can run apps display notifications and monitor your heart rate to name a few but with so many different options out there it's not always easy to figure out which is best.
We're breaking down the best five smartwatches on the market this year based on price performance features and situations they'll be used in we'll be taking a look at smartwatches in every price range so whether you're looking for a no-frills budget smartwatch or a premium smartwatch with all the top features we'll have an option for you so if you're interested in finding out which smartwatch will be best for you.
The first product we're looking at is the Samsung Galaxy watch active to our choice for best smartwatch for Android users if you're an Android user and looking for a top-notch well rounded smartwatch that is not only feature-rich and connects seamlessly to your favorite apps but is also attractive to wear then priced under 270 dollars the Samsung Galaxy watch active two may be the smart watch for you this beautiful smartwatch comes in two sizes a 40 millimetre and a 44 millimetre case. It has the look of a sleek traditional round face timepiece the 20 millimetre silicone band is slim and comfortable on the wrist and is interchangeable so you can easily swap it out to match your style if you want to go even further there's a huge selection of third-party watch faces in addition to the many pre-installed faces from Samsung. The overall effect is stylish and elegant in fact the active 2 is subtle enough that you may even be tempted to wear it on fancy occasions you interact with the act of 2 using a touch sensitive ring around the screen dragging your finger around it to scroll through various screens feels much more intuitive than just swiping because the active 2's interface is mostly designed using a circular motif making the interface fast to you and super convenient to rotate through screens a typical charge can give you about two and a half days of battery life and if you're already in the Samsung eco system you can get a quick boost from your compatible Samsung cheap power share devices the active two also does some things that other smartwatches can't pull off like a built-in sleep tracker and a very clever goodnight mode that turns off notifications and the always-on screen if enabled the screen is bright and easy to see outdoors and bright sunlight the Samsung Galaxy watch active 2 has good battery life functional Fda-cleared health features big-name apps and fitbit level sleep tracking all rolled into the subtle sleep traditional watch design if you're looking for an elegant top-of-the-line Android smartwatch this is one that's worth the investment.
Next we're looking at the G smart 2 our choice for best budget smartwatch if you're new to wearable tech and don't want to spend a lot initially the G smart 2 smartwatch is a good choice to let you get your feet wet without a big payout for around $35 you get a smartwatch that is also a fitness tracker and it's iOS and Android compatible the G smart 2 gives you exactly what you'd expect from a watch time date and temperature all displayed on an easy to view 1.3 inch color touch screen but it doesn't stop there you can track your daily activities like the number of steps taken calorie consumption exercise duration distance traveled and it also has an all-day option to track your heart rate if you're interested in sleep tracking the G smart 2 will evaluate your quality of sleep and break it down into sections of light deep and REM sleep this track data will help you understand and adjust your sleep cycle if needed for more restful sleep and healthier way of life if you're serious about your fitness routine this tracker will let you connect your phone's GPS which will let you see a real-time running or walking route map so you can refine your workout to give you the best results for general purpose this tracker also comes with some useful apps that include a reminder a timer and alarm clock the G smart 2 smartwatch will give you about 10 days of up time on a standard two and a half hour charge that's huge and a great feature for people who aren't always on top of regular charging it's also resistant to water and rated IP67 waterproof making it safe to use in the shower and is unaffected by sweat whether you're a fitness buff on a budget or just want to dip your toes into the pool of wearable smart tech the G smart 2 is a great place to start now we'll be taking a look at the Apple watch series 5 our choice for best overall smartwatch if you're in the market for a top-of-the-line smartwatch and can afford the splurge.
Next, at around $400 the Apple watch Series 5 is one of the best overall smart watches you can get today the Apple watch series 5 features an always-on display when it's inactive the display shows you a dimmer version of all the information on your watch face and not just the time there's also an ambient light sensor that detects the level of light and adjust screen brightness accordingly one of the most notable new features is the compass app it doesn't only show you which direction you're facing but with integration with third-party apps it provides much more for example you can map hiking trails see how far you've gone how long it will take you to get back and what direction you need to head to get back to your car day to day health tracking is solid the heart rate sensor measures your beats per minute throughout the day logging it upwards of 12 times an hour or on demand for you to view in your health app and can also notify you of abnormalities and a manual electrocardiogram is available however with all the onboard features the biggest omission here is a sleep tracker if you're looking for a top-of-the-line smartwatch that also does sleep tracking then the Galaxy watch active 2 may be a better choice for you battery life is good and can go the distance for a full day of intense use rival smartwatches offer multi day battery life but those washes also aren't as fully featured as the series 5 so the shorter battery life can be considered a trade-off for feature the Apple watch has dominated the market as one of the best feature rich smartwatches around if you're willing to pay for a top-of-the-line smartwatch then the series 5 is as good as it gets.
The fitbit versa lite our choice for great value for the dollar smartwatch not everyone can afford to spend $400 on a smartwatch if you're looking to stretch your dollar then for around 130 dollars you can pick up fitbit's versa light you get fitbit quality - a few features at a slightly lower price point it's still not the cheapest smartwatch out there but the Versa light provides a good compromise between price and features and offers great value for your dollar if not for the new blueberry and mulberry colors it's nearly impossible to tell Fitbit versa Lite apart from the more expensive Fitbit Versa they both have the same square aluminum frame they both sport a one-point 3/4 inch color display and any of the original Versa bands work just fine with the Versa light the only visual difference between the two watches is the buttons the Versa has three and the Versa light has one the single button has just three functions turning the screen on turning it off when on the clock and going back on any other screen which actually makes the navigation and usability much simpler although the Versa light is water resistant up to 50 meters it's not specifically designed for the pool since it doesn't feature swim tracking the durability and water is more intended for rain or sweat of course there are always going to be a few sacrifices you lose the altimeter Wi-Fi on-screen workouts and onboard music but elsewhere the Fitbit Versa light is just as capable as the Versa you get the same four day battery life connected GPS customizable exercise modes and heart rate monitoring as well as sleep female health and automatic activity tracking this light scaled back version of the fitbit Versa provides lower cost with little sacrifice and is great value for the dollar if you're looking for the best bang for your buck and willing to compromise on a few features then the Versa light may be the right smartwatch for you.
The final product we're looking at today is the fossil Gen 5 our choice for most fashionable smartwatch if you're tired of ugly smartwatches and looking for a smartwatch that is both functional and fashion savvy than at under 220 dollars the fossil Gen 5 may be your ticket the fossil Gen 5 smartwatch design is subtle and stylish with a circular chunky display that creates a more understated masculine look without going too bold you can wear it to the gym or even to work with a suit and tie the display is eye-catching and bigger than most at one point to eight inches those looks are further enhanced by where OS is easy way of switching between watch faces for apps the basics are covered with an alarm clock agenda stopwatch weather app google fit and a few others google fit does a decent job for fitness tracking which when paired with the heart rate sensor in GPS can log your exercise data from any activity with the general workout option but with this watch the priority is appearance and you can't expect to get the most complete health suite if you want a more complete health suite than the galaxy smartwatch active 2 may be more suited for you on the back of the watch you'll find the optical heart rate monitor that also doubles as the perfect resting place for the convenient magnetic charging puck fossil has included a few battery modes that you can utilize to squeeze out a bit more juice daily mode for example will last through the day but you'll definitely need to pop it on the charger before bed without a sleep tracking feature you won't need to be wearing the Gen 5 to bed so that shouldn't be a problem the fossil Gen 5 is fashionable highly customizable and easy to blend with whatever you're wearing it's a perfect choice for those who like to coordinate their watch with their wardrobe if fashionable design is a top priority for your smartwatch then the Gen 5 is one to consider alright guys that's all for now.
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