Smartwatches are an excellent complementary device for your smartwatch. However, not all smartwatches offer the same feature set. Top smartwatches are usually more like a smartphone in the sense that it will offer the option to accept/reject calls, respond to texts and download apps. Fitness trackers on the other hand are more concerned with health tracking and offer features such as built-in GPS, heart rate monitors and so forth. However, the lines between smartwatches and fitness trackers are now blurred with smartwatches offering fitness tracking features, and fitness trackers offering smart features. To keep things simple, we will be looking at all types of wearables in this list. So if you are on the lookout for the best smartwatch, you’ve come to the right place. Keep in mind that you will only consider smartwatches in India.
The Apple Watch Series 7 continues to be one of the best smartwatches to buy in India. As with the iPhone, the Apple Watch offers users a premium build coupled with top-notch features. The Apple Watch Series 7 is actually pretty similar to the Series 6 before it, but who said building upon something already that good is a bad thing? Although, do note that you’ll need an iPhone in order to use it.
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | NA |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | Android |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | 41 |
| Weight | : | 51.5 |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic makes use of WearOS, which automatically gives the device access to a host of applications. On top of that, it adds its own UI that takes cues from its previous Tizen-based operating systems. This means that the new device is still using that same UI that makes it easier to scroll through menus using the physical rotating bezel. Aside from that, you also get pretty good fitness tracking options.
Pros
Cons
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | Super AMOLED |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | Android |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | 1.4 inch |
| Weight | : | 30.3 g |
| Processor | : | Exynos W920 |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
The Garmin Fenix 7X Solar is possibly the ultimate multi-activity tracking device. It comes packed with sensors that include an altimeter, barometer and a compass. Aside from this, it offers a combination of touch screen and button controls. This allows you to use the device even when you wear gloves. The solar charging features help to extend the battery life when outdoors.
Pros
Cons
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | NA |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | NA |
| Water Resistant | : | NA |
| Size | : | NA |
| Weight | : | NA |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | NA |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | NA |
| Calorie Count | : | NA |
| Price | : | ₹98,990 |
The Fitbit Sense offers a beautiful design that takes cues from the company’s Versa lineup. The wearable offers features such as an ECG monitor, stress sensing and a skin temperature sensor. It also packs an SpO2 sensor, and a built-in GPS. Aside from all this, you also get Fitbit’s feature-rich app that offers an easy-to-understand interface. Then there is Fitbit’s premium membership that offers access to even more detailed information as well as more workout routines.
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | NA |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | YES |
| Water Resistant | : | YES |
| Size | : | NA |
| Weight | : | NA |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | YES |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | YES |
| Calorie Count | : | YES |
The Mobvoi Ticwatch E3 offers users a relatively affordable option if they are looking for a full-blown smartwatch experience. The Ticwatch E3 is powered by WearOS, which means that they get access to a whole host of apps as well as watch faces. Other features include built-in GPS, IP68 certification and more.
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | NA |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | NA |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | 41 |
| Weight | : | 32 |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
Apple’s SE series offers users a good stepping stone into the Apple ecosystem, this includes the iPhone SE and the Watch SE. While it may be the ‘little brother’ to the mainstream Apple Watch series, it still offers an excellent smartwatch experience without breaking the bank.
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | lithium-ion battery |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | NA |
| Water Resistant | : | YES |
| Size | : | 1.78 |
| Weight | : | 360 g |
| Processor | : | Apple S5 |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | YES |
| Calorie Count | : | NA |
Thanks to its all-metal build option, the Fossil Gen 6 offers users a stylish option for a smart wearable. The wearable offers faster charging speeds as compared to its predecessor while also adding SpO2 tracking. The device is powered by WearOS, so users get access to a whole host of apps and features.
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | NA |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | NA |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | 1.28 |
| Weight | : | 140 |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
The Amazfit T-Rex Pro is a relatively affordable option for those looking for a rugged smart wearable. It offers MIL-STD-810 certification for ruggedness and offers water resistance up to 10 ATM. It also packs a compass, barometer and offers features such as weather tracking. It can also track over 100 sports modes.
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | AMOLED |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | 390 mAh |
| Compatible OS | : | iOS, Android |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | NA |
| Weight | : | 59.40 g |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
The Oppo Watch might not be the newest offering from the Chinese manufacturer, but it still manages to offer a lot for its asking price. The device packs a 1.91-inch AMOLED display with dual-curved display. It runs Google’s WearOS and is powered by a Snapdragon Wear 3100 SoC. It will track multiple activities and is also water resistant up to 5ATM. The company claims that the device can offer a battery life of 21 days thanks to a 430mAh battery. It can also be charged quickly thanks to VOOC flash charging.
Pros
Cons
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | Lithium Polymer |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | 300mAH Polymer |
| Compatible OS | : | Android |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | 1.91 |
| Weight | : | 39 g |
| Processor | : | Snapdragon Wear 3100 & Ambiq Micro Apollo3 Wireless SoC processor |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
The Suunto 7 is a pretty unique offering. Its WearOS base gives users the flexibility to access major apps that they can install on their wearable. Along with that, the legacy and expertise of Suunto give the watch a top-notch build that can rival any rugged watch in the market. As such, the Suunto 7 is arguably the most rugged device that can still offer the versatility of a proper smartwatch.
Pros
Cons
| SPECIFICATION | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | : | AMOLED |
| Power (Battery,mAh) | : | NA |
| Compatible OS | : | Google, Wear os by |
| Water Resistant | : | Yes |
| Size | : | 50 mm |
| Weight | : | 70 g |
| Processor | : | NA |
| Step Count | : | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitor | : | Yes |
| Calorie Count | : | Yes |
| Price | : | ₹36,999 |
| Product Name | Seller | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Watch Series 7 | Amazon | ₹ 53,900 |
| Samsung Galaxy Watch4 | Amazon | ₹ 31,999 |
| Garmin Fenix 7X Solar | N/A | ₹ 98,990 |
| Fitbit Sense | Amazon | ₹ 33,970 |
| Mobvoi Ticwatch E3 | Amazon | ₹ 15,999 |
| Apple Watch SE | Amazon | ₹ 29,900 |
| Fossil Gen 6 | Amazon | ₹ 24,995 |
| Amazfit T-Rex Pro | Amazon | ₹ 10,999 |
| OPPO Watch | Flipkart | ₹ 14,990 |
| Suunto 7 | N/A | ₹ 36,999 |
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