Whether you own several of them already or are stubbornly resisting getting one, a smartwatch can be a good investment in personal style, daily productivity and even your health. Choosing the best smartwatch, though, can be an ordeal because there are just so many options.
In this list of the best smartwatches to buy, I tried and tested a whole range of them, got feedback from veteran users, and did a lot of tapping and swiping on my wrist. I even had an out-loud phone conversation in a public space with my hand held up near my mouth (and will probably never do that again).
Below is an in-depth look at the specs for each model, a run-down of why you may consider it the best smartwatch, and some attractive online deals. You may notice that the best specs don’t automatically make a particular model the best smartwatch— that’s because one of our chief considerations in ranking them is cost.
1. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Why buy: The best all-round smartwatch with industry-leading specs at a moderate price
- Released: 22 Aug 2022
- Display: 1.4 in. Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 450 x 450 pixels (~321 ppi)
- Protection: Sapphire crystal
- Frame: Titanium
- Dimensions: 45.4 x 45.4 x 10.5 mm
- Weight: 46.5 g
- Resistance: 50m water resistant (IP68)
- Memory: 16GB; 1.5GB RAM
- Battery: 590 mAh
- Charging: 10W wireless
You can also customise your watch at Samsung’s Bespoke Studio.
Buy now from S$529 on Samsung Lazada
2. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
Why buy: Affordable, well-rounded smartwatch with superior specs
- Released: 22 Aug 2022
- Display: 1.4 inches Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 450 x 450 pixels (~321 ppi)
- Protection: Sapphire crystal
- Frame: Aluminum
- Dimensions: 44.4 x 43.3 x 9.8 mm
- Weight: 33.5 g (44mm), 28.7 g (40mm)
- Resistance: 50m water resistant (IP68)
- Memory: 16GB; 1.5GB RAM
- Battery: 410 mAh
- Charging: 10W wireless
Buy now from S$318 on Samsung Lazada
3. Apple Watch 8
Why buy: You love the Apple Watch Ultra but want a capable alternative at half the price
- Released: 16 Sep 2022
- Display: 1.9 inches
- Resolution: 484 x 396 pixels (~326 ppi)
- Protection: Sapphire crystal
- Frame: Stainless steel; ceramic & sapphire crystal back
- Dimensions: 45 x 38 x 10.7 mm
- Weight: 42.3 g (41mm), 51.5 g (45mm)
- Resistance: 50m water resistant
- Memory: 32GB 1GB RAM (eMMC 5.1)
- Battery: 308 mAh
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$508 on Lazada Shopee
4. Google Pixel Watch
Why buy: Smooth, flawless connectivity and top-end fitness tracking
- Released: 16 Sep 2022
- Display: 1.9 inches
- Resolution: 484 x 396 pixels
- Protection: Sapphire crystal glass
- Frame: Stainless steel; ceramic & sapphire crystal back
- Dimensions: 45 x 38 x 10.7 mm
- Weight: 42.3 g (41mm), 51.5 g (45mm)
- Resistance: 50m water resistant
- Memory: 32GB internal storage, 1GB RAM
- Battery: 308 mAh
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$375 on Lazada Shopee
5. Garmin Venu 2 Plus
Why buy: Great fitness tracking and each charge can last over a week
- Released: 4 Jan 2022
- Display: 1.3″ in (33.0 mm) AMOLED
- Resolution: 416 x 416 pixels
- Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- Frame: Fiber-reinforced polymer; stainless-steel rear cover & bezel
- Dimensions: 43.6 x 43.6 x 12.6 mm
- Weight: 51.0 g
- Resistance: Water resistant (5 ATM)
- Battery: 205 mAh
- Memory: 8 GB
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$609 on Lazada Shopee
6. Apple Watch SE 2022
Why buy: You want an affordable Apple watch
- Released: 16 Sep 2022
- Display: 1.78 inches
- Resolution: 448 x 368 pixels (~326 ppi)
- Protection: Ion-X strengthened glass
- Frame: Aluminium; plastic & sapphire crystal back
- Dimensions: 44 x 38 x 10.7 mm
- Weight: 33 g
- Resistance: 50m water resistant
- Memory: 32GB internal storage, 1GB RAM
- Battery: 296 mAh
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$328 on Lazada Shopee
7. Fitbit Sense 2
Why buy: You are looking more for a fitness tracker than a pure smartwatch
- Released: Oct 2022
- Display: 1.58-inch ALOMED
- Resolution: 336 x 336 pixels (269 ppi)
- Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- Frame: Aluminium
- Dimensions: 40.4 x 40.4 x 11.2 mm
- Weight: 40 g
- Resistance: 50 m water resistant
- Memory: 4GB
- Battery: 162 mAh
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$338 on Lazada Shopee
8. Apple Watch Ultra
Why buy: You love Apple, amazing specs and burning money
- Released: 23 Sep 2022
- Display: 1.92 inches Retina LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 502 x 410 pixels (~338 ppi)
- Protection: Sapphire crystal
- Frame: Titanium
- Dimensions: 49 x 44 x 14.4 mm
- Weight: 61.3 g
- Resistance: IP6X, 100m water resistant, 40m swim-proof/diving (EN13319)
- Memory: 32GB
- Battery: 542 mAh
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$1,112 on Lazada Shopee
9. Garmin Vivomove Style
Why buy: You want a dress watch that doubles discreetly as a smartwatch
- Released: Sep 2019
- Display: 0.95 x 0.74 inches AMOLED
- Resolution: 240 x 240 pixels (424 ppi)
- Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- Frame: Aluminium
- Dimensions: 42 x 42 x 11.9 mm
- Weight: 35 g
- Resistance: Water resistant (5 ATM)
- Battery: CR2025 button battery
- Charging: N/A
Buy now from S$464 on Lazada Tangs
10. Xiaomi Watch S1 Global Version
Why buy: You want the best smartwatch with classy design without overspending
- Released: 31 Dec 2021
- Display: 1.43 inches
- Resolution: 466 x 466 pixels
- Protection: Sapphire crystal front
- Frame: Stainless steel; plastic back
- Dimensions: 46.5 x 46.5 x 11 mm
- Weight: 53 g
- Resistance: Waterproof (5 ATM)
- Memory: 2 GB, 2GB RAM
- Battery: 470 mAh
- Charging: Wireless
Buy now from S$299 on Lazada Shopee
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