Best Smartwatches of 2025

From fitness tracking to health monitoring, we test smartwatches for GPS accuracy, heart-rate precision, battery life, and app ecosystems to find the best wrist companion.

#1Best OverallApple Watch Ultra 2

Apple

Apple Watch Ultra 2

4.7(9,800)
9.1

Pros

  • Brightest Apple Watch display at 3000 nits
  • Titanium case is incredibly durable

Cons

  • Very expensive at $749+
  • Large 49mm case may be too big for smaller wrists
$749$799Save $50
#2Best ValueGarmin Fenix 8

Garmin

Garmin Fenix 8

4.6(5,400)
9.0

Pros

  • Incredible battery life lasting weeks in smartwatch mode
  • Most comprehensive training and recovery metrics

Cons

  • Very expensive starting at $999
  • Large and heavy for daily wear
#3Best BudgetSamsung Galaxy Watch 7

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7

4.4(8,200)
8.4

Pros

  • Excellent health tracking with BioActive sensor
  • Smooth Wear OS 5 with Samsung's One UI Watch

Cons

  • Battery life is only about 1.5 days
  • Best features require a Samsung phone
$299$329Save $30
#4Apple Watch Series 10

Apple

Apple Watch Series 10

4.7(14,500)
8.8

Pros

  • Thinnest Apple Watch design ever
  • Larger, brighter display than previous models

Cons

  • Requires an iPhone
  • Battery life is still just 18 hours
$399$429Save $30
#7Fitbit Sense 2

Fitbit

Fitbit Sense 2

4.2(11,800)
7.8

Pros

  • Continuous EDA stress monitoring is unique
  • Comprehensive health metrics including ECG

Cons

  • Limited smartwatch features compared to competitors
  • Fitbit Premium subscription needed for full insights
$199$299Save $100
#8Google Pixel Watch 3

Google

Google Pixel Watch 3

4.3(5,600)
8.3

Pros

  • Beautiful domed display design
  • Excellent Fitbit-powered health and fitness tracking

Cons

  • Battery life is mediocre at about 24 hours
  • Proprietary watch bands
$349$399Save $50
#9Garmin Forerunner 965

Garmin

Garmin Forerunner 965

4.7(6,800)
8.9

Pros

  • Best running metrics and training tools available
  • Beautiful AMOLED display with full-color maps

Cons

  • Expensive for a running-focused watch
  • Smartwatch features are limited vs Apple/Samsung
#10Fitbit Charge 6

Fitbit

Fitbit Charge 6

4.3(13,500)
7.9

Pros

  • Slim, comfortable band design for 24/7 wear
  • Built-in GPS with Google Maps integration

Cons

  • Small display limits usability
  • Fitbit Premium subscription needed for full features
$139$159Save $20