Smartwatches
Phone compatibility, fit & battery
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 (44mm)
Best forAn Android smartwatch with a slim case and bright AMOLED display
Comfort, notifications and Android apps are the Watch8’s strengths. Frequent charging is the cost of that broader smartwatch experience, and some health features depend on a Samsung phone. Confirm the 44mm size and connectivity variant; the Classic and smaller versions are different purchases.
- Phone compatibility
- Compatible Android phone; some features need Samsung
- Case size
- 44 mm standard
- Processor
- Exynos W1000
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
Reasons to choose it
- Slim standard case
- Android app ecosystem
Before you buy
Regular charging
2 review sourcesApple Watch SE 3
Best forCore Apple Watch use without the flagship price
The SE 3 covers everyday activity tracking, notifications and an always-on display without requiring the most expensive Apple Watch. It leaves out some advanced health features. Think about charging around sleep tracking, and confirm that any particular health feature you want is supported in your region.
- Phone compatibility
- Compatible iPhone required
- Case size
- 40 mm
- Processor
- Apple S10
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
Reasons to choose it
- Core Apple Watch features
- Always-on display
Before you buy
iPhone ecosystem requirement
2 review sourcesNo same-test benchmark comparison is available for these models yet. The review findings and specifications above are available now.