In the race of smartphones, smartwatches are not falling behind. It can be used for fitness tracking features, or for measuring SpO2 in pandemic times, or seeing notifications without touching your phone, GPS functionality, etc, it is the best addition to your tech world. There are many smartwatches launched on the platforms, and there’s a lot to think about when you want the best. Although, while considering the features you may want to know what style suits you best, keeping things within the budget. So, here we are suggesting some smartwatches for you, meeting the best possible criteria that help you with getting your best wearable on your wrist in 2021.
There’ve been many watches out till now for android users or iPhone users like Samsung Galaxy, Fitbit Versa, Fossil, Honor, etc. And the most recent addition to which are the Fitbit Versa 3 and TicWatch Pro 3.
Based on, performance, design, price, and compatibility with the Android world of fitness apps, we have listed the best smartwatches for you. We tried to do our best but it would be far better if your purchase depends on going through full reviews. These watches may work with iPhone users too with lacking few features.
2021’s Best Android Smartwatches
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1. Samsung Galaxy Watch 3
Of course, it’s top on the list. Also available in two sizes according to wrists and crammed with best features. It’s great that it contains a physical rotating bezel again, which is absent in Galaxy Watch Active range. Other features include GPS and multisport tracking.
Although with one drawback of a one-day battery watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 justifies the high price with the excellent software, all the fitness features, and premium look.
Specifications: –
OS: Tizen OS
Compatibility: Android, iOS
Display: 1.2″ or 1.4″ 360×360 Super AMOLED
Processor: Dual-core 1.15GHz
Band sizes: 22mm or 20mm
Onboard storage: 8 GB
Battery duration: 3 days on 45mm/ less on 41mm
Charging method: Wireless
IP rating: IP68
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE (for extra)
2. Fitbit Versa 3
If you focus more on fitness than general smart features it is the best smartwatch in Fitbit launch. It is lightweight and comfortable with great features like GPS, SpO2 monitoring, guided breathing exercises, and Fitbit premium subscription service, which lets you know your health and fitness stats and also get access to a Health Metrics dashboard. It possesses most of the fitness features you need.
Specifications: –
OS: Fitbit OS
Compatibility: Android, iOS
Display: 1.58″ AMOLED
Onboard storage: N/A
Battery duration: Up to 6 days
Charging method: Magnetic connecting pin
IP rating: Water-resistant
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC
3. Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2
It is another Samsung Watch with great performance, updated design, and digital touch bezel. Its waterproof feature makes it suitable for swimming, running, and cycling as well.
Specifications: –
OS: Tizen OS
Compatibility: Android, iOS
Display: 1.2″ or 1.4″ 360×360 Super AMOLED
Processor: Dual-core 1.15GHz
Band sizes: 20mm
Onboard storage: 4 GB
Battery duration: Around 2 days
Charging method: Wireless
IP rating: 50m
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
4. Fitbit Versa Lite
With good battery life which lasts around 5 days and; a slim and light unit and all the sports features, you’ll find on the Versa 2 or Ionic. Still, it lacks many features like GPS, NFC, and no on-screen workouts. But again, it’s the cheapest Fitbit smartwatch to wear.
Specifications: –
OS: Fitbit OS
Compatibility: Android, iOS
Display: 300×300 LCD
Onboard storage: N/A
Battery duration: Up to 4 days
Charging method: Magnetic connecting pin
IP rating: Water resistance to 50m
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
5. Fossil Sport
This watch is keeping pace with Samsung Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch with Wear OS Software and also with Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 chipset inside. It is a powerful watch with a lightweight design and accurate heart rate monitor but GPS can be slow.
Specifications: –
OS: Wear OS
Display: 1.2″ 390×390 AMOLED
Processor: Quad-core 1.2GHz
Band sizes: 22mm straps
Onboard storage: 4 GB
Battery duration: 2 days
Charging method: Proprietary
IP rating: IP68
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS
6. Honor Magic Watch 2
It is a full fitness-focused watch with features like GPS, many different workout modes, and detailed info. Having 1 – 2 weeks battery life with a large screen is an incredible feature to point out. It is more towards Android users than iPhone owners.
Specifications: –
OS: Lite OS
Compatibility: Android, iOS
Display: 1.2″ or 1.39″ 454×454 AMOLED
Onboard storage: 4 GB
Battery duration: 7 days / 14 days
Charging method: Magnetic connecting pin
IP rating: Water-resistant
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC
7. TicWatch Pro 3
It was the first smartwatch to use Snapdragon 4100 chipset making it good in performance. Battery life is 2-3 days but can keep going for up to 45 days in Essential mode. It is an all-rounder watch but sleep tracking isn’t the best for it.
Specifications: –
Compatibility: Android, iOS
Display: 1.4″ 454×454 OLED paired with LCD screen
Processor: Snapdragon Wear 4100
Onboard storage: 8 GB
Battery duration: Up to 72hr, 45 extra days in Essential mode
Charging method: Magnetic connecting pin
IP rating: IP68
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC
8. TicWatch E2
It is the cheapest watch with all the features of Wear OS by Chinese manufacturer Mobvoi. There is no NFC but you do get GPS and heart rate monitor at such price.
Specifications: –
OS: Wear OS
Display: 1.39″ 400×400 OLED
Processor: Snapdragon Wear 2100
Onboard storage: 4 GB
Battery duration: Around 48hr
Charging method: Magnetic connecting pin
IP rating: IP67
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth4.1
