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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.

Weight
About 34 g without strap
Storage
32 GB
Panel family
AMOLED
Resolution
480 × 480

Reasons to choose it

  • Slim standard case
  • Android app ecosystem

Before you buy

Regular charging

2 review sources

Garmin Forerunner 970

Best forFor runners who will use the maps and training tools, rather than simply notifications.

Compare the Forerunner 965 if endurance and price matter more than a flashlight or the newest metrics.

Weight
56 g
Storage
32 GB
Panel family
AMOLED
Resolution
454 × 454

Reasons to choose it

  • Offline mapping and training tools
  • Sapphire lens and flashlight

Before you buy

Pricey upgrade from a 965

3 review sources

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