The smartwatch industry, like other components of the tech space, continues to evolve new
functionality in smart wearables. The new smartwatches also come with price considerations. It
could be a difficult task to make a choice on the device that fully suits your needs. This article
will help to guide you in arriving at a great choice of smartwatch to buy. A one-size-fits-all solution does
not exist in this regard.
Android smartwatches are among the best smartwatches you can get. They provide the capacity
to track your health and fitness levels, as well as functionality for lots of activities. Android
smartwatches mainly run on the Wear OS system and may not work seamlessly with iPhones. In
such a scenario, an Apple Watch is a better choice.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 runs on Wear OS and is compatible with Android smartphones. It
has a 1.4-inch 450 x 450p super AMOLED display and a dual-core 1.18GHz Cortex-A55
processor. The smartwatch has a battery life of 24 hours and onboard storage of 16GB. The
Galaxy Watch 5 features Qi wireless charging and is rated IP68 water resistance. It supports Wi-
Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS connectivity. It is a smart-looking watch that looks great on your wrist
aside from its impressive features. The Galaxy Watch 5 performs better when paired with a Samsung
smartphone and it does not support iOS devices (iPhones).
Some of the features available in the Watch 5 include SmartThings integration which is a great
health monitoring and fitness tool. Its major drawback however seems to be its limited battery
life.
TicWatch E3
The Tic Watch E3 runs on Wear OS and is compatible with Android smartphones. It has a
1.3-inch 360 x 360p OLED display and the Snapdragon Wear 4100 processor. It has a battery
life of two days and supports Qi wireless charging. The smartwatch has IP68 waterproof
protection and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS connectivity is featured.
The TicWatch E3 packs a lot in for its price. Its large display is a plus although it’s not OLED
and the smartwatch has lots of health and fitness features with options for stress, ambient sound,
sleep, exercise, and others.
Reliable and affordable, its two-day battery life is superior to many rivals, all while still tracking
useful factors like blood oxygen levels and heart rate. It might look a little basic but it packs a
punch where it counts.
Out of the box, iOS compatibility is available, thanks to its Wear OS 2-based user experience but an
upgrade to Wear OS 3 is on the cards, which might change things.
Google Pixel Watch
The Google Pixel Watch has a 1.2-inch AMOLED screen and runs on Wear OS. It is powered by
the Exynos 9110 processor with 32GB of storage available. The Pixel Watch is compatible with
Android and has a one-day battery life.
The Google Pixel Watch can be charged via proprietary wireless charging and has up to a 5ATM water
resistance rating. The smartwatch features Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS connectivity.
Google’s first foray into smartwatches has produced beautiful results. The Google Pixel Watch
looks great, with a glossy, smooth face that’s more eye-catching than most.
It may be smaller than some rivals but it works well, with great integration with popular apps, not to mention access to the Fitbit ecosystem, which makes it even more appealing to fitness-focused users.
Wear OS is a breeze to use here, pairing up particularly well with Google’s own phones, like the
Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Google Assistant integration is smart and effective, with built-in media
controls also working well. While the battery life could be better, there’s little else to fault
when it comes to how well this watch works.
Garmin Fenix 7
The Garmin Fenix 7 is compatible with Android and iOS and runs on GarminOS. It has a 1.3-
inch, 260 x 260p Memory-in-pixel display. It is equipped with a dual-frequency GNSS
processor. It has 16GB of storage and up to 18 days of battery life and can be charged via USB.
The Garmin Fenix 7 is rated 10ATM and supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS connectivity.
The Garmin Fenix 7 smartwatch is an ideal choice for athletes and bikers. It is the perfect smartwatch
for tracking lots of activities. Its advanced workout tracking and training tools, combined with its
sharp display, top-notch navigation apps, and stylish design make it a great buy.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has a dual-core 1.18GHz Cortex A55 processor and onboard
storage of 16GB. It runs on Wear OS and is compatible with Android smartphones. It can be
charged wirelessly and features Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS connectivity. The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has
a big AMOLED screen and is more durable than its predecessor.
It has a route workout GPS function that allows you to plan your route effectively. It combines
the great aspects of a Garmin watch and a Wear OS device. The smartwatch can work for 80
hours (3+ days) on a full charge which is way below the maximum. Overall, the Samsung
Galaxy Watch 6 Pro is a gorgeous device and comes with a decent price tag for its specs.
Conclusion
There are a few other Android smartwatches that are also feature-rich and affordable. These
include the Huawei Watch GT Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, TicWatch Pro 3, as well as Fitbit
and OnePlus smartwatches. Your choice of a smartwatch to settle with is determined by several
factors including price, features, design, and so on. This review will help you narrow your choice
among the devices.
