Getting a wearable device can be a bit difficult, but, here is our list of the top 5 best budget smartwatches in 2022. Since the smartwatches in this list are budget-level, they all sit under the $300 price tag. If you are looking for something expensive and premium, check our list of the best Ultra flagship smartwatches for premium users.
All smartwatches on this list are WearOS devices, and they also bring top health and sports features. Some features these smartwatches come with are sleep tracking, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, heart rate monitoring and so much more. The smartwatches on this list vary in design and price, so feel free to tell us your best in the comments below.
Here are the top 5 best budget smartwatches of 2022
Most of the wearable devices on our list are from smartwatch manufacturing companies except one. This exception is a new release from a reputable smartphone manufacturing company, and it finds its way into our list effortlessly. It now stands to compete with the other budget wearable devices on our list.
Fitbit Sense 2
This smartwatch comes from the Google-backed company, Fitbit, and it features a 1.57-inch screen. It comes with a ton of health and sport features that make it a top choice for most buyers. Also, it features a 6-day battery life on a single charge and regular usage and is water-resistant. The smartwatch is compatible with both Android and iOS devices and comes at a starting price of $299.
Fitbit Versa 4
Coming from the same manufacturer as the smartwatch in the previous heading, the Versa 4 features a 1.32-inch screen. It is the most recent release from the Fitbit brand and features up to 40+ exercise modes for those hoping to stay fit. Like the Sense 2, this smartwatch comes with 6-day battery life on a single charge and normal usage. The retail price of the Fitbit Versa 4 is $229 and packs smart features.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
This smartwatch is one of the newest entries into the Galaxy Watch series, and it became official along with the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4. It features a 1.4-inch Super AMOLED screen and an always-on display for quick access to on-screen content. There are also health and 90+ sports features with this smartwatch, for its software it comes with WearOS and OneUI Watch OS. Battery life here is said to be better than the company’s previous smartwatches, and it supports fast wireless charging. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 retails for a price of $279 for the 40mm case size variant.
Fossil Gen 5E
Among all smartwatches in this list, the Fossil Gen 5E comes with what we can consider the most classic design. It uses an AMOLED screen display and runs WearOS while retaining compatibility with both Android and iOS. The Gen 5E comes with health and sport features, there are also smart features and support for contactless payment. Battery life here is said to last for a week on smartwatches with multiple battery modes, its retail price is $249.
Garmin Venu Sq 2
Just like the Fitbit watches on this list, the Garmin Venu Sq 2 comes with a square face design, and it has a 1.41-inch AMOLED screen. It also has tons of health and workout modes, there is support for contactless payment like with other watches on this list. The battery life on this smartwatch will last for up to 11 days on a single charge with the watch’s battery modes set. The retail price here is $249 for the 40mm case size.
All smartwatches on this list are water-resistant and support connection to both Android and iOS devices. They all have dedicated workout modes along with health-tracking features. These are the top 5 best budget smartwatches that anyone can get in 2022.
