We found that the processor boosts the speed a tad, the new Ultra Wideband will sync well with iPhone 15 and future iPhones, while there's a car crash detection tool that could just save your life (but hopefully you'll never need it).Plus, there's all the benefits of watchOS 10. If you want the Apple Watch experience, the Apple Watch Series 9 is a great all-rounder. Amazfit claims a battery life of 12 days, a target that's achievable if you disable many of its features. However, we found that with extensive use, it reliably offers a week between charges, which outstrips the likes of the Apple Watch Series 8. Fed up with the battery life of my old Sony smartwatch, I decided to make battery life a priority when choosing my next device. In doing so, I discovered a whole world of watches doing innovative things to extend battery performance, including proprietary operating systems, solar charging, and hybrid devices that have a traditional watch face. I’ve shared all of my findings in this article.

Although there are plenty of great smartwatches on the market, Apple’s watches are the best there are for many people, especially those who also use iPhones. The Series 8 is the latest and greatest standard Apple Watch, for sure, but the upgrades are minimal on the previous model. The design is now dated, and it's boxier and has more bezel than the Series 7/8/9. There's also no always-on display or ECG. Smart Battery Modes help you conserve battery life based on your daily needs. You can use Daily to get the most out of your watch before putting it on the charger at night, Extended for multi-day use, and Time Only for when your battery is super low or you want to wear your watch without charging for weeks. If you want to create your own ideal battery mode, Custom Mode allows you to easily adjust settings all in one place. The outer look of this timepiece might not look good enough like the GTS 2 and 2e; its design has another purpose. The motive is to provide comfort to its users. For this reason, it’s made slim fit. People who have dainty wrists or are skinnier will feel comfortable wearing them. Previous iterations of Mobvoi’s priciest smartwatch have struggled to marry a classy design with performance that makes it easy to recommend.Using that knowledge we've then ranked them, while also factoring in their price, performance, value, and core specs. Latest updates The updated Workout app for Apple Watch has you equipped no matter what kind of exercise you’re into, whether it squats, spins, strides, or anything else. The bezel makes for a more refined look in our minds and emulates a proper watch. There's a faux leather strap which is good for getting sweaty and does a good job of looking like the real deal.

What's more, Samsung has confirmed that the Watch 5 Pro will get Wear OS 4 in the coming months – and with it all the latest sleep and heart rate training features.

Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch (Black)

The 49mm Ultra is bold, full of attitude, and aimed at weekend warriors who want a superior Apple Watch to everyone else. It's tough and suitable for diving and watersports, and runners will love the multi-band GPS, which aced our marathon testing. Still, the Fitbit Sense is arguably the most advanced ‘health’ watch out there for those willing to put in the effort. Much like the Fitbit Versa 3, it’s a cute and accessible wearable, but not the most responsive at times. Its heart rate accuracy is also below average at the price. The Apple Watch SE and Garmin Venu 2 do the job much better.

The first thing to consider when buying a smartwatch is what type of smartphone it’s compatible with. In most cases, you shouldn’t run into any problems here, but if you’re eyeing up the new Apple Watch Series 5, for example, you will need an iPhone to pair it with – sorry, Android users. The majority of other devices from manufacturers including Huawei, Samsung, Fitbit and Garmin should pair with both iOS and Android phones. Apps It’s rare to find a smartwatch that allows you to stream music, make calls or send texts when your phone is not with you. Fortunately, Samsung’s LTE connectivity made it possible. Staying active and improving your health with it will become easier. Over 15 preloaded sporOS: Wear OS 4 | Phone compatibility: Android | Case size: 43/47mm | Battery life: 30 hours with AOD | Water rating: 5ATM | Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, LTE | Display: Super AM OLED | Weight: 56g For