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Top 10 smart watches
2019 rating: High-quality smart watches for children and adults
Author: Oleg Yasinsky
A few years ago, we could not imagine that soon the electronic watch will be called smart. Devices produced by major manufacturers are now able to replace the smartphone. But most often they work in pairs - this allows you to quickly read the incoming message without getting the phone out of your pocket.
Of course, all smartphones show the time and date. But after all, what a thing - thin and light, they are now not quite so compact. So let yourself lie in your pockets and bags, and stay in touch, take steps, monitor the state of the body (and much more) other smart devices can.
The best smart watches of various price categories, for adults and children, experienced and not very good athletes, yes, in general, for everyone who appreciates convenience and comfort is the topic of our today's rating.
Ranking of the best smart watches 2018-the beginning of 2019 - Top 10
| Category | A place | Name | Rating | Price |
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| Best cheap smart watches | 1 | Amazfit Bip | 9.6 / 10 | 4 990 |
| 2 | IWOWN P1 | 9.4 / 10 | 3 790 | |
| The best children's smart watches | 1 | Elari Fixitime 3 | 9.5 / 10 | 4 700 |
| 2 | Smart Baby Watch Q90 | 9.3 / 10 | 2 099 | |
| The best smart watches of the middle class and price range | 1 | Fitbit ionic | 9.8 / 10 | 16 990 |
| 2 | Garmin Forerunner 35 | 9.7 / 10 | 11 790 | |
| 3 | Huawei Watch 2 Classic | 9.5 / 10 | 11 790 | |
| The best premium multi-function smart watches | 1 | Apple Watch Series 3 42mm Aluminum Case with Sport Band | 9.8 / 10 | 24 830 |
| 2 | Garmin Fenix 5 Sapphire | 9.7 / 10 | 43 690 | |
| 3 | Samsung Gear S3 Frontier | 9.7 / 10 | 21 564 |
Best cheap smart watches
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4 990
The budget segment of good smart watches adequately represents a product of Chinese origin, created under the auspices of the well-known brand Xiaomi, produced by Huami, marked as Amazfit. Sometimes all 3 logos appear in the title. In appearance clearly shameless imitation of the Apple Watch. However, it is unlikely to upset users who want to get something like a fitness tracker, but with a big nice screen. The body of the product, as expected, is not aluminum, but plastic. Hypoallergenic silicone strap. Display - touch 1.28ʺ with adjustable brightness and backlight, glass - Gorilla Glass. The time is displayed in digital form. Equipped with these very inexpensive smart watches and a GPS / GLONASS module. A set of sensors: accelerometer, heart rate monitor, altimeter and even a compass. In addition, activity is monitored, calories expended, sleep. You can choose from 4 sport modes: walking, jogging on the street, on the simulator, bicycle. Main advantages:
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 9.6 / 10
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The best inexpensive smart watch for sports. Really similar to Apple, but the Chinese prudently have written down their logo below. Still they would finish a software to an optimum level, it would be abrupt. |
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3 790
Affordable smart watches that non-professional sports enthusiasts might like. In fact, this smart watch is a fitness bracelet, but with a large and informative screen and a removable perforated strap. In any case, the smart component also includes the ability to receive notifications from a smartphone, control its camera and reject incoming calls. If you go back to the “physical training set”, it is quite good: monitoring activity, calories, sleep, pedometer, heart rate monitor (with the possibility of dynamic measurement), intelligent determination of the type of training. The degree of protection of the case from dust and moisture correspond to the class IP67.That is, the weather is all-weather, but you shouldn’t swim and dive better. A small clarification: iWOWNfit Pro's proprietary application may like it, maybe not. But for those who have smart not only watches, it will not be difficult to update the firmware and find more convenient software. Main advantages:
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 9.4 / 10
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Bought a smart watch somewhat spontaneously, but as it turned out, successfully. Especially considering the rather attractive prices. All functions are working properly, there is a GPS. Design like to sport stretch. |
The best children's smart watches
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4 700
This model of smart watches will appeal to small users not only because of the menu with the characters of the cartoon series “Fixics”, but also because of its multifunctionality. After all, it is no secret that modern children are much easier to get comfortable with electronic gadgets than many adults. And without any instructions. Young owners of smart watches can enjoy the following privileges: view the time, receive incoming calls from dad or mom, make calls on their own, make SOS calls, take selfies, activate silent mode for the period of lessons, use an alarm clock and a flashlight, take a math game. Parents can use a separate set of features to control the child: making calls directly to the clock, sending voice messages, getting access to the built-in cameras, listening to what is happening around the child, tracking movements, setting security zones, receiving notifications to the smartphone. Main advantages:
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 9.5 / 10
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The kids like smart watches. And we are calmer. We charge the battery every day. Already entered into the habit and not annoying. Tried to "spy" - it really works! In principle, everything suits, then we'll see. |
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2 099
Cute and comfortable children's smart watches from a good manufacturer. Equipped with a 1.54ʺ color touch screen and a 600 mAh Li-Ion battery, which provides up to 100 hours of work in economy mode and up to 20 hours with active use. To control the location of the child, parents are provided with all the necessary functions: GPS tracker, movement monitoring, creation of Geo-zones, listening to the environment, sensor for notifying you of removing the clock from your hand, SOS-call. In addition, the phone book is available for 15 numbers, voice messages are supported. Designed model for children aged 8 to 13 years. If the potential user is more youthful (3-9 years), there is a cheaper and simpler version: Smart Baby Watch Q50. Main advantages:
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 9.3 / 10
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Modern watches. Plastic and silicone strap is not smelly. Work tolerably, but errors in geolocation occur. Our option "works like a clock"! |
The best smart watches of the middle class and price range
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16 990
The American company Fitbit is mainly known as a manufacturer of high-quality sports bracelets. However, as we see, there are full-fledged smart watches in the range, in which the possibilities of a good fitness tracker have not disappeared anywhere. The brand is serious because the design of the Ionic is very original, fundamentally different from the outer shell of top competitors. The display is a square 1.42 inch LCD with a resolution of 348x250 pixels.Glass - Gorilla Glass 3. The device is equipped with a GPS / GLONASS receiver. Supports wireless communication with Android / IOS smartphones via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi. NFC payments are available. Keeping up with the Apple and Samsung laurels will be problematic for these watches, but Fitbit Ionic’s competitive abilities are seriously increasing due to some positive features. And this is a more adequate price, accuracy of readings, good autonomy - up to 4 days (in GPS mode - 10 hours). Main advantages:
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 9.8 / 10
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Good quality smart watches with a fairly accurate heart rate monitor. I noticed that I practically didn’t take them off at all. The screen is bright and convenient. In general, the set of functions for the sport is very good and full. I was surprised that the “axis” is not Android Wear, but its own. |
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11 790
One of the best smart watches with a GPS receiver for joggers. The design is concise, the weight is small, silicone strap with hypoallergenic properties. For such a solid manufacturer as Garmin, the price is very affordable. Accordingly, one should not be surprised at the monochrome, and not the color display, and also not the touch, but the push-button (4 pcs.) Controls. That is characteristic, it does not cause any rejection. But the quality and reliability is obvious. The device is equipped with an optical heart rate monitor with the ability to control the heart rate not only during the training, but also 24/7. That is, constantly, including at night. Sports functions are more than enough: determining the speed, distance and coordinates of movement (GPS), activity monitoring (steps, time, calories), profiles - running on the street, in the hall, bicycle, cardio. And much more. Main advantages:
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 9.7 / 10
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Lightweight and comfortable sport smart watch with a bright screen. Excellent balance of price and quality. The design is interesting, all the settings on the case. I really like corporate software, but I’m still not ready to somehow spread in the community about my sporting “successes”. |
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11 790
This model combines the achievements of modern technology and the aesthetics of traditional wrist watch design. The designation of the series itself implies a bias towards the classics, both in appearance and configuration (leather strap by default), and in terms of functionality. This does not mean that the sports "chips" are absent here. Simply, they are not so numerous in comparison with specialized versions from Huawei. The display is round 1.2ʺ with a resolution of 390x390 pixels. The case - plastic + stainless steel. Onboard Qualcomm Snapdragon 2100 processor, 4 GB of memory for downloading music playlists, built-in GPS, heart rate monitor. Working hours under the OS Android Wear 2.0. Accordingly, a Google assistant, an Android Pay application, is available. NFC chip from Huawei Watch 2 Classic is also available. Main advantages:
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 9.5 / 10
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The right "Chinese" with good features. Smart features sometimes slow down, but this is a property of all Androids. I ordered an extra sports strap for them, or else a hand is sweating under the leather. The price tag is still overvalued. |
The best premium multi-function smart watches
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Status and traditionally stylish accessory from the famous American company. The third generation Apple Watch did not undergo any fundamental changes in design (this was originally the order), but in terms of functionality, everything became more interesting and there is a clear bias towards adaptation to people leading an active lifestyle. The body is still made of aluminum, the back surface is made of composite material. The color of the watch and the strap is a matter of personal choice, although sports people will surely like the Nike style. Screen size: in our case it is 42 mm, but there is also a 38 mm version. Display - Retina Force Touch touchscreen, covered with Ion-X high-strength glass. Functional delights can be listed for a long time, these are just the main ones: built-in GPS / GLONASS module, heart rate sensor, accelerometer, barometric altimeter, gyroscope, G-sensor (acceleration sensor), vibration signal. Working time with active use - up to 15 hours, in moderate - up to 72. Main advantages:
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 9.8 / 10
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When you own a relatively new Iphone, you always think about buying an Apple Watch - this is the best smart watch. Other options were not even considered. It's fun to listen to music from the clock on the "blue-tooth" headphones. Excellent bright display. |
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43 690
The manufacturer positions this model of smart watches as the best option for everyday life, adventure, sports and fitness. Premium-grade smart watches with GPS / GLONASS and an Elevate optical heart rate monitor are made in classic style. The round case is durable and reliable, complemented by a steel bezel. The display is medium in size - 1.2ʺ (240x240 pixels) - under sapphire glass. Fenix 5 Sapphire works on Android Wear 2.0, compatible with Windows, Android, IOS. Communication with smartphones via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Among the options for setting up a “smart home”: lighting control, control of household appliances, electronics, etc. And the “multisport” functions are really awesome. A variety of profiles are supported: for running, cycling, swimming, golf, skiing, rowing. Tracked data on physical activity, calories burned, distance covered, heart rate, V02 max. And this is only a fraction of the availability. Main advantages:
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 9.7 / 10
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Very good mid-size smart watch. On hand, sit perfectly. Due to the time synchronization is always absolutely accurate. Totally waterproof. So far I have used only the basic smart functions, and there they are a dime a dozen. I am pleased with everyone. |
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21 564
Very stylish and incredibly functional smart watches from a Korean company, which is a traditional opponent of Apple in a dispute over leadership in the mobile electronics market.The device is made in a classic round design. The case of high-quality stainless steel alloy 316 L has dust- and moisture-proof, shock-proof properties. An excellent level full-color touch 1.3ʺ sAMOLED screen (always active) with a resolution of 360x360 pixels is securely covered with Corning Gorilla Glass SR +. By default, there are 15 options for displaying the dial (even more in Galaxy Apps). An interesting feature is navigation through the bezel (rotatable round frame). Finally, about the possibilities. Sensors: gyroscope, heart rate monitor, accelerometer, barometer, light. Additional functions: counting steps, calories, sleep monitoring, digital compass, individual settings. Managed by Samsung Gear S3 Frontier - Tizen OS. Available service payments Samsung Pay. Main advantages:
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 9.7 / 10
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A good smartphone needs a decent level smart watch. I chose this model because it is durable, I like gadgets for sports and tourism, the design is cool. Suitable for any clothing. Although the office, at least for fishing. |
How to choose a smart watch? Small "debriefing" by category
Let's start in order.
Cheap smart watches
Hardly for anyone is the secret to which country produced affordable electronics. Ordering goods directly from China is already a feature of national shopping. Yes, and a considerable number of domestic online stores are not purchased at the local wholesale base. A simple piece of advice: if you want cheaper - choose products of proven manufacturers from the Middle Kingdom (for example, Xiaomi, aka Huami, Amazfit). But vague cues with unknown names should be avoided. In addition, many of the declared characteristics of such products are more often a software fake.
Children's watch
This group of products includes all of the above, but with a small addition. The fact is that smart watches of some brands manufactured in China and certified for Russia are forged by other Chinese. Carefully approach the selection of the store. After all, okay, when cunning Asians put the battery weaker than what was stated, and if plastic turns out to be harmful? When buying in retail, it generally makes sense to always check the certification for children's products.
Smart watches in the average price range
In this segment, smart watch models with a good ratio of quality and price from positively reputable manufacturers are most often found. But even here there are enough dissatisfied users, as if the essence of the claims in translation from negative to Russian is approximately that - I want everything to work better than in expensive premium models, but I didn’t have to pay extra for it.
Do not overestimate the possibilities of smart watches. Example: Wrist heart rate monitors are not medical or professional devices. Their readings are somewhat averaged. And to blame the pedometer for the fact that it reacts to the wave of the hands and shaking is a very ungrateful job.
Dear Premium Smart Watch
There are few reasons for quibbles, but still. Improved performance, the abundance of various functions inevitably reduces the battery life. And then you can not do anything. There is no new supercompact and super-efficient power source on the horizon.
One more. Claimed support for LTE based on eSIM in some smart watches (Apple, Samsung) is not provided by Russian telecom operators. And not the fact that in the near future the situation will improve. Therefore, it is realistic to rely on this function only when traveling to the countries where it works.
Have a good shopping!
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Updated: 22.01.2019
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