The Best Smartwatches of 2026
Apple, Garmin, and Android picks for every wrist.
The Picks
8 recommendations![Apple Watch Series 10 [GPS 46mm case] Smartwatch with Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band - M/L. Fitness Tracker, ECG App, Always-On Retina Display, Water Resistant](/_image?href=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F61bJZx1v8GL._AC_SL1500_.jpg&w=768&h=768&q=75&f=webp&fit=contain&position=center)
Apple Watch Series 10 [GPS 46mm case] Smartwatch with Jet Black Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band - M/L. Fitness Tracker, ECG App, Always-On Retina Display, Water Resistant
Still the best all-around smartwatch — if you carry an iPhone.
Why we like it
- Best app ecosystem
- Great health features
- Fast
The trade-offs
- iPhone only
- Daily charging
Amazfit Bip 5 Smart Watch 46mm, GPS,Bluetooth Calling, 10-Day Battery, Heart-Rate & VO2 Max, Sleep Health Monitoring, AI Fitness Tracker App, for Android & iPhone,Soft Black
A basic smartwatch that lasts a week on a charge.
Why we like it
- Cheap
- Long battery
- Big screen
The trade-offs
- No third-party apps
- Plastic body
Garmin fēnix 7 Pro - Solar Edition (No Wi-Fi) Multisport GPS Smartwatch, Built-in Flashlight, Solar Charging Capability
The multisport watch for anyone whose weekends involve trails.
Why we like it
- Multi-week battery
- Best GPS
- Solar option
The trade-offs
- Expensive
- Interface has a learning curve
Google Pixel Watch 2 (Previous Model) with the Best of Fitbit - Heart Rate Tracking, Stress Management, Safety Features - Android Smartwatch - Matte Black Aluminum Case - Obsidian Active Band - LTE
The best smartwatch for Android, especially on Pixel.
Why we like it
- Fitbit integration
- Beautiful hardware
- Great notifications
The trade-offs
- Daily charging
- One size only
![Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch with Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band S/M. Fitness and Sleep Trackers, Crash Detection, Heart Rate Monitor, Retina Display](/_image?href=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F61eE8SSyPWL._AC_SL1500_.jpg&w=768&h=768&q=75&f=webp&fit=contain&position=center)
Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch with Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band S/M. Fitness and Sleep Trackers, Crash Detection, Heart Rate Monitor, Retina Display
Most of the Apple Watch for less money.
Why we like it
- Cheaper Apple Watch
- Great app support
- Same core health tracking
The trade-offs
- No always-on display
- No ECG
Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch with Daily Readiness - 3-Month Google Health Premium Membership Included - GPS, 24/7 Heart Rate, 40+ Exercise Modes, Sleep Tracking - Black/Graphite
A polished budget smartwatch with GPS.
Why we like it
- Built-in GPS
- Bright AMOLED
- Long battery
The trade-offs
- Limited third-party apps
- Zepp app has a learning curve
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic 47mm LTE Smartwatch, Rotating Bezel, Fitness Tracker, Personalized HR Zones, Advanced Sleep Coaching, Heart Monitor, BIA Sensor, Health Insights, US Version, Black
Rotating bezel and Wear OS depth.
Why we like it
- Rotating bezel is great
- Wear OS app selection
- Great health tracking
The trade-offs
- Daily charging
- Best with Samsung phones
COROS PACE 3 GPS Sport Watch - Lightweight, Comfortable Running Watch, 17-Day Battery Life, Accurate GPS, Heart Rate Monitor, Navigation, Sleep Tracking - Black Silicone
The athlete's budget pick — GPS accuracy without Garmin prices.
Why we like it
- Great GPS accuracy
- Very light
- 17-day battery
The trade-offs
- No music storage
- Smartwatch features are minimal
After hundreds of hours of side-by-side testing, these are the smartwatches we would actually buy — a clear top pick, a value option, and an upgrade for buyers who want the best.
Our testing process for smartwatches
We survey the entire market, cross-reference expert reviews, and read thousands of owner comments before buying a single unit.
Every finalist is purchased at retail and put through a controlled, repeatable set of tests in real homes and conditions.
Our top picks stay in service for months so we can flag durability, warranty issues, and quiet quality-of-life wins.
Buying smartwatches: what to know
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.