Best smartwatches for everyone, from athletes to couch potatoes
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If you’ve looked for one recently, you’ve found that they’re a dime a dozen. Endless no-name brands we’ve never heard of claim outstanding features in their cheap-looking watches. So how do you cut through the fluff?
You get down to brass tacks and critically sort out all the differences. We’ve done the sifting for you to find the best smartwatches for nearly every application. Here are the diamonds in the rough.
Best overall – Apple Watch Series 7
We have to hand it to Apple: it knows how to turn a simple concept into something extraordinary. Apple Watch Series 7 offers many features, including a blood/oxygen reader, heart rate monitor, and highly tactile sports band to capture the correct data.
Beyond stat-tracking aspects, Apple built this with its Retina Display for higher pixel density and an overall smoother experience. With a resolution of 352 x 430 crammed into a 41mm or 45mm watch face, it feels as responsive as any iPhone you’ve ever used.
Smartwatch screens are made of glass. It increases responsiveness, but it’s fragile. Apple met this challenge with an all-new crack-resistant front crystal. It feels as smooth as the Series 6 without compromising quality (or inflating the price).
Apple has done a phenomenal job of tying in connectivity with its iOS devices. It’s improved connectivity time and signal strength for the Series 7, allowing you to effortlessly link your AirPods and iPhone to maintain a fluid experience.
The improved accessibility is fantastic, but Apple’s still having a hard time with its battery. It charges quickly but loses that charge just as fast. To combat this, it’s included a variable refresh rate down to as low as 1 Hz during the idle state, which at least saves battery life where it can.
Between the fitness apps, built-in mindfulness app, and flawless connection with your iPhone and other iOS devices, the Series 7 is simply the best smartwatch you’ll ever buy.
Best for fitness and tracking – Fitbit Sense Advanced Smartwatch
Apple may have a good grip on the fitness game, but we can’t forget about the brand that started it all. Fitbit has come a long way, and its Sense Advanced smartwatch proves it. Let’s start with the Fitbit ECG system, which allows you to track data and share it with your doctor.
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