Forget what your friends said. Quality smartwatches do not necessarily have to be expensive.
With technology constantly progressing and improving, access to quality smart watches is easier than one might think. Whether you want to be notified of messages through your watch or need monitoring functions that will help you in your daily exercises, we have compiled some of the high tech smart watches in the market for the budget conscious.
01. Fitbit Versa Lite
Fitbit Versa Lite Edition Smart Watch, One Size (S and L bands Included)
Features
- Track your all day activity, 24/7 heart rate, & sleep stages all with a 4 plus day battery life (varies with use and other factors)
- Use 15 plus exercise modes to record workouts and connect to Smartphone GPS for more precise real time pace & distance
- Access your favorite apps for sports, weather & more and get call, calendar, text, and app alerts. Charge time (0-100%) - 2 hours
- Get call, text, calendar and smartphone app notifications when your phone is nearby. Plus send quick replies on android only
- Enjoy a slim, comfortable design with a lightweight, anodized aluminum watch body that is swim proof (water resistant to 50 meters); high resolution touch screen
The Fitbit Versa Lite is jam-packed with features at a very reasonable price. The Fitbit features an activity tracker that functions well, monitoring your heart rate and sleep stages. You can receive messages, calls, app notifications when near your phone. If you use an Android, you are able to send out quick replies. The battery life for the Fitbit Versa Lite averages around 4 days (depends on usage).
The lightweight aluminum exterior makes it comfortable enough to wear even at work or at the gym. Another plus is its 50-meter water resistance, making it safe enough to use without worrying about water seeping through the exterior.
02. TicWatch S2
TicWatch S2, Waterproof Smartwatch with Build-in GPS 24h Heart Rate Monitoring, Wear OS by Google, Compatible with Android and iOS-Glacier
Features
- DURABLE: US military standard 810g certified makes it resistant to extreme temperatures, shock, water, and dust.
- ADVENTURE READY: Built-in GPS, 6 smart sports modes, and glass fiber and non-slip button designs prepare you for the great outdoors while your watch remains connected, easy to operate, and comfortable.
- WATERPROOF: 5 ATM rating allows you to safely take your smartwatch 50 meters underwater.
- LONG BATTERY LIFE: Up to 2 days of battery life to help you power through your days. (Results may vary depending on usage.)
- WEAR OS BY GOOGLE: Google Play allows you to choose from a wide range of your favorite apps and to access them from your wrist, compatible with iPhone and Android, Google Assistant built-in.
A US Military Standard for a very affordable price, the Ticwatch S2 is great for outdoor activities. It features a 24 hour HRM and Built-in GPS, 50 meter water resistance, and is able to download apps through the google store without the need to use your phone. This smartwatch is also built with a Qualcomm Snapdragon, ensuring the best and fastest performance without any delay.
A perfect companion for thrill-seeking customers, this has an impressive heat and cold resistance that can withstand the toughest weathers wherever you are. If you are the outdoors type but still put importance on the technology you use in your daily life, the Ticwatch S2 might be perfect for you.
03. Apple Watch Series 3
Built with a sleek aluminum case and S3 chip dual-core processor, the Apple Watch Series 3 reminds everyone why Apple is a household name when it comes to technological accessories. With an optical heart sensor, retina display, GPS, and music storage capability, this smartwatch can easily be considered top of the list even for the budget conscious consumer. Track your activities and even look through the app store without ever needing to use your phone.
If you want to know why everyone’s raving about this amazing smartwatch, you need to keep up with the times and get yourself an Apple Watch. You simply won’t know what you’re missing out on until you have one.
04. Fossil Sport
Fossil Women's Sport Heart Rate Metal and Silicone Touchscreen Smartwatch, Color: Grey, Black (FTW6024)
Features
- Heart rate tracking, Google Pay(TM), GPS, rapid charging, smartphone notifications, touchscreen functionality, Google Assistant, microphone, music storage & controls, customizable watch faces, custom goal & alarm settings, multiple time zones
- Swimproof; estimated 24 hour battery life, based on usage; rapid charger included; additional third party apps available through Google Play Store on your watch
- Case size: 41mm; Band size: 18mm; interchangeable with all Fossil 18mm bands; imported; ultra-lightweight watch is up to 40% lighter than other models with aluminum case and silicone band; Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 (our fastest yet); Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter
- Lightweight smoke grey plated aluminium case; black silicone sport band with buckle closure; interchangeable with all Fossil 16mm bands
- Powered with Wear OS by Google; compatible with Android OS 4.4+ (excluding Go edition) and iOS 9.3+ smartphones; Bluetooth 4.1 Low Energy and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; supported features may vary between platforms
Clearly a great option for those who enjoy their morning runs, the Fossil Sport boasts a number of functions such as heart rate and activity tracking using google fit, a built in GPS for distance tracking, and swim proof function at 5 ATM. Its circular design blends the classic feel of a traditional wristwatch and the modern technology of smartwatches for the best of both worlds.
Powered by Wear OS by Google, this smartwatch is compatible with both iPhone and Android phones. For the style-conscious, the design is fully customizable by simply choosing your preferred watch face, touch screen functionality, dials, and more!
05. Amazfit Bip
Amazfit BIP smartwatch by Huami with all-day heart rate & activity tracking, sleep monitoring, GPS, 30-day battery life, Bluetooth (Kokoda Green), One Size
Features
- Look as Good as You Feel: With a range of colors and options, the Bip is designed to be worn as an extension of your personal style. Weighing only 1.1oz (32g), and with a bright, transflective always-on 1.28" display, the Bip can be worn all day.
- Go the Distance: Use the Amazfit Bip for up to 30 days on a single 2.5-hour charge.
- Don't Miss a Beat: Optical heart rate monitoring and built-in GPS allow you to accurately track in real-time your steps taken, distance traveled, calories burned, and quality of sleep. Special sport modes (running, treadmill, cycling and walking) give you even more detailed insights into your most frequent activities.
- Be in the Know: The perfect companion to keep you organized and productive all day long. Receive one-way notifications for emails, SMS messages, and incoming phone calls (prompting you to take action on your smartphone), as well as alerts for Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Snap, Slack, weather forecasts, and other mobile apps.
- Satisfaction Guaranteed: Buy with confidence. Amazfit offers a 30-day refund policy, and 12-month new replacement warranty.
What is great with the Amazfit BIP is the wide selection of colors to choose from, a choice not present in other smartwatch models. Boasting a battery life that can last up to 30 days on a single 2.5 hour charge, this smartwatch definitely prioritizes its user’s time. Receive your messages, emails and incoming phone call while staying active with its GPS functions that track real time steps taken by the user.
The semi-transparent reflective color display shifts the brightness and clarity of the screen depending on the light present in the environment, a nifty feature especially when you’re outdoors. For the best companion for an active lifestyle, this smartwatch is the best pick among the rest.
Looking for that special gift for a special someone? Why not check out our selection of women’s smart watches or for outdoor lovers, we recommend our waterproof smart watches.
