The best smartwatches for 2023

1. Apple Watch Series 8
2. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
3. Garmin Venu 2
4. Fitbit Sense 2
5. Fossil Gen 6
6. TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra
7. Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
8. Amazfit GTR 4
9. TicWatch E3

In recent years, smartwatches have gained tremendous popularity, and their functionality and design have significantly improved. From fitness tracking to answering phone calls, smartwatches have become a valuable addition to our daily lives. With so many options available in the market, choosing the right one can be daunting. In this article, we will discuss the best smartwatches for 2023 based on their features, design, and overall value.

1. Apple Watch Series 8

• Your essential companion for a healthy life is now even more powerful. Advanced sensors provide insights to help you better understand your health. New safety features can get you help when you need it. The bright, Always-On Retina display is easy to read, even when your wrist is down.
  
  
• Available in a range of sizes and materials, with dozens of bands to choose from and watch faces with complications tailored to whatever you’re into.
  
  
• Crash Detection and Fall Detection can automatically connect you with emergency services in the event of a severe car crash or a hard fall. And Emergency SOS provides urgent assistance with the press of a button.
  
  
• Temperature sensing is a breakthrough feature that provides deep insights into women’s health. Keep an eye on your blood oxygen. Take an ECG anytime. Get notifications if you have an irregular rhythm. And see how much time you spent in REM, Core, or Deep sleep with Sleep Stages.
  
  
• It works seamlessly with your Apple devices and services. Unlock your Mac automatically. Find your devices with a tap. Pay and send money with Apple Pay. Apple Watch requires an iPhone 8 or later with the latest iOS version.
  
  
• Tougher than tough. It’s crack resistant, IP6X-certified dust resistant, and swimproof with WR50 water resistance.
  
  
• The enhanced Workout app gives you new ways to train, and advanced metrics for more information about your workout performance. And Apple Watch comes with three months of Apple Fitness+ free.
  
  
• With access to tens of thousands of apps on the App Store right on your wrist, Apple Watch is the perfect personal device for whatever you love to do.
  
  
• Send a text, make a call, listen to music and podcasts, use Siri, and get notifications on the go. Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) works with your iPhone or Wi-Fi to keep you connected.

2. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

• Manage your overall sleep quality with an advanced sleep tracker that detects and analyzes sleep stages while you rest; Plus, Advanced Sleep Coaching helps you develop better sleep habits by analyzing your sleep patterns.Supported Application:Fitness Tracker,Elevation Tracker,GPS,Multisport Tracker,Time Display. Connectivity technology:Bluetooth. Wireless comm standard:Bluetooth,802_11_AGNAC
  
  
• Galaxy Watch5 Pro provides body composition data right on your wrist; On your own schedule, you can now get readings on body fat, skeletal muscle, body water, basal metabolic rate and Body Mass Index (BMI)
  
  
• Stay up to date on your wellness; Get an accurate heart rate thanks to an improved, curved Samsung BioActive Sensor that gets closer to your skin
  
  
• Make the most of every adventure with Auto Workout Tracking from running to rowing to swimming automatically in just minutes, and manually tracking more than 90 exercises, including complex activities like HIIT
  
  
• With its improved battery life, it’s built to keep going on lengthy adventures in the great outdoors; Do more on your adventures with synced Galaxy devices that work in perfect harmony
  
  
• From hiking to rock climbing, its 2x stronger, sapphire crystal glass display is ready for intense activities in rough outdoor environments; And with its super-tough titanium case, you can train worry-free
  
  
• All-new Route Tracking lets you follow GPX-format routes on your Watch; Use Track Back to help you back to the place you started from; Stay on track thanks to voice- or vibration-guided turn-by- turn navigation

3. Garmin Venu 2

• Suit your style with a smartwatch that's available in two colors and features a bright AMOLED display.GPS mode: 19 hours. GPS plus music mode: 7 hours.Supported Application:GPS. Connectivity technology:GPS,Wi-Fi,Bluetooth. Wireless comm standard:Bluetooth
  
  
• Get an uninterrupted picture of your health, thanks to battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode
  
  
• Get up to 8 hours of battery life in GPS mode with music, plus rapid recharging and battery saver mode
  
  
• Use preloaded workouts that include cardio, yoga, strength, HIIT and Pilates, create your own in the Garmin Connect app on your compatible smartphone, or try Garmin Coach free adaptive training plans to help you prepare for your next running challenge
  
  
• Download up to 650 songs to your watch, including playlists from Spotify, Amazon Music or Deezer (may require a premium subscription), and connect with wireless headphones (not included) for phone-free listening
  
  
• With a supported country and payment network, leave your cash and cards at home; Garmin Pay contactless payments let you pay for purchases on the go
  
  
• Never miss a call, text or social media alert with smart notifications delivered right to your wrist — when paired with a compatible Android or Apple smartphone
  
  
• When paired with a compatible smartphone, safety and tracking features include incident detection (during outdoor activities) and assistance, both of which send a message to your emergency contacts with your live location
  
  
• Know your body better with extensive health monitoring features including health snapshot, Body Battery energy levels, sleep score, fitness age, stress tracking and more (this device is intended to be an estimation of your activity and metrics; it is not a medical device)
  
  
• Find new ways to keep your body moving with more than 25 built-in indoor and GPS sports apps, including walking, running, cycling, HIIT, swimming, golf and many more. CONNECTIVITY : Bluetooth, ANT plus, Wi-Fi

4. Fitbit Sense 2

• Learn to manage stress, sleep better and live healthier with Sense 2 our most advanced health and fitness smartwatch
  
  
• Manage stress and live healthier:  all-day stress detection with cEDA and daily Stress Management Score, ECG app for atrial fibrillation assessment, irregular heart rhythm notifications, SpO2, health metrics dashboard, mindfulness content
  
  
• Measure and improve sleep quality: personalized Sleep Profile, daily sleep stages & Sleep Score, smart wake alarm and do not disturb mode
  
  
• Enhance activity: built-in GPS and workout intensity map, Daily Readiness Score, Active Zone Minutes, all-day activity tracking and 24/7 heart rate, 40+ exercise modes and automatic exercise tracking, water resistant to 50 meters
  
  
• Designed for all-day wear: on-wrist Bluetooth calls, texts and phone notifications, customizable clock faces, Fitbit Pay, Amazon Alexa built-in, Google Wallet & Maps (Google Maps on Android only, coming Spring 2023 to iOS), 6+ day battery
  
  
• Includes a 6-month Premium membership complete with personalized insights, advanced analytics, guided programs and more (New & returning Premium users only. Must activate trial within 60-days of device activation. Content and features may change)

5. Fossil Gen 6

• Smartwatches with Wear OS by Google are compatible with phones running the latest version of Android or iOS. The newest Qualcomm 4100+ chipset brings a 30% enhanced performance. Improved power, more reliable connection and up to 4x range with Bluetooth 5.
  
  
• Automatically tracks activity goals, steps, sleep, heart rate, cardio, and SpO2 (blood oxygen). Activity modes with GPS keep you on track with your distance and path. Advanced sensors provide the data to power all your health and fitness tracker apps.
  
  
• Always-on display now brighter with more colors and higher pixel count. Thousands of watch faces to personalize your look and always see the time. Hundreds of apps from fitness, music, social, news, stop watches and more.
  
  
• Stay connected with notifications for calls, texts, apps. Automatic time zone and calendar syncing. Answer and make calls directly on your watch when your phone is out of reach. This smart watch features a speaker, microphone, and customizable buttons.
  
  
• Our new caseback and included magnetic charger allow for faster charging than other generations. Charge up to 80% in 30 minutes. Optimize your battery life with simplified Smart Battery Modes. Swimproof 3 ATM design is perfect for all your activities.
  
  
• Get a little extra help with Alexa built-in. Easily access the Amazon Alexa app to get quick news and information, check the weather, set timers and alarms, control smart home devices, and more - all through the sound of your voice.

6. TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra

• Long Battery Life Dual layers display 2.0 technology keeps Ticwatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS smartwatch going up to 72 hours in Smart Mode and 45 days in Essential mode. The new customizable backlight offers you better visual enjoyment, makes the screen comfortable to read under any conditions, especially in the dark.
  
  
• Updated Chipset, Better Experience Wear OS by Google Ticwatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS smartwatch with the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Platform and Mobvoi Dual Processor System. Deliver faster and smoother performance and connectivity. 1G RAM and 8G ROM Memory. NFC payment supports Google Pay.
  
  
• Advanced Health and Fitness Monitoring TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS keeps track of your real-time fitness and health data. IP68 waterproof and pool swimming suitable, upgraded 100+ professional sports modes, with built-in GPS, speaker and microphone, barometer and sleep tracking, blood Oxygen Saturation, stress Monitoring and 24-hour heart rate monitoring (empowered by a more accurate sensor ). New functions are added including IHB/AFib Detection and Fatigue Assessment etc.
  
  
• New Fatigue Assessment Assess mental fatigue and track your daily energy levels. Note: This feature is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition or for any other medical purpose.
  
  
• Upgraded Premium Design, Flagship Model Stylish and functional design with knurled stainless-steel bezel, 1.4-inch AMOLED Screen (454*454 high-resolution) with auto-adjustable brightness, Corning Gorilla Anti-fingerprint Cover Glass. Dual Display with Customized Colorful Backlight. US Military Standard 810G certified durability. You can customize the information shown on the watchfaces, such as weather/heart rate/steps, and choose the pattern style you like.

7. Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro

• AMOLED screen, Touchscreen, 466 x 466 screen resolution
  
  
• 32GB memory, HarmonyOS 2.0 operating system, NFC connection
  
  
• 30m water resistant, Swimproof, Dust resistant, Scratch resistant
  
  
• Accessories included: Wireless Charging Cradle, Quick Start Guide, Safety Information, and Warranty Card
  
  
• Compatible with standard 22mm straps (46mm model)

8. Amazfit GTR 4

• The Amazfit GTR 4 uses industry-leading dual-band circularly-polarized GPS antenna technology - similar to that used in the aircraft and automotive fields - so you can enjoy stronger positioning that's 99% as accurate as top handheld GPS locators. And you can even Import a route file to the watch from the Zepp App and navigate your way along it in real-time..Suported Application:Music Player,Voice Control,Fitness Tracker,Phone,Social Media. Connectivity technology:Bluetooth 5.0,Wireless. Wireless comm standard:Bluetooth
  
  
• The Amazfit GTR 4 is the industry's first smartwatch with anti-glare technology on the glass bezel cover, and the large 1.43" AMOLED display has an anti-fingerprint coating to keep your watch looking pristine. The combination of a one-piece aluminum alloy middle frame and classic stainless steel navigation crown makes the watch a fashionable fusion of vintage and elegance.
  
  
• Get down to business with a huge selection of over 150 sports modes, and suport smart recognition of 8 Sports. The fitness tracker watch can be used to track your swimming data and endure the equivalent of upto 50 meters' water pressure. Get live notifications broadcast through the watch for sports data like heart rate and hydration reminders, distance covered, and more.
  
  
• The Amazfit GTR 4 smart watch debuts the new BioTracker 4.0 PPG biometric sensor, you can enjoy more accurate 24-hour monitoring of heart rate, blood-oxygen saturation and stress levels. The heath tracker watch can also detect your breathing rate, and is able to quickly measure these four important health metrics in one easy tap.
  
  
• Crush your professional and workout goals for upto two weeks at a time，and the smart watch's new Battery Saver Mode even enables continued use of features like sports modes, measurement of health metrics, and more, all while saving power.
  
  
• Amazon Alexa Built-in and suport Offline Voice Assistant. Via Bluetooth connection to your phone, the watch can be used to receive and answer phone calls. Easily add membership and club card codes from your favorite stores to the watch for simplified shopping.

9. TicWatch E3

• Updated Chipset, Better Experience Wear OS by Google smartwatch with the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Platform and Mobvoi dual processor system. 1G RAM and 8G ROM enable smoother performance and more precise interactions. NFC payment supports Google Pay.
  
  
• New Model-Family Care Allow you to track health data of multiple family members on the Mobvoi app and help you monitor the health of others you care about.
  
  
• Upgraded 100+ Professional Workout Modes TicWatch E3 keeps track of your real-time fitness and health data. More than 100 professional workout modes from activities like mountain climbing, swimming, and ice skating, to indoor cycling, pilates and high-intensity interval training (HIIT). NOTE: To get new workout modes, search for TicExercise and TicHealth in the Google Play Store and update both apps to the latest versions.
  
  
• Advanced Health and Fitness Monitoring With built-in GPS, speaker and microphone, barometer and 24-hour heart rate monitoring (empowered by a more accurate sensor ). Including Sleep Tracking, Stress Monitoring, Blood Oxygen Saturation Detection etc. Note: Send a text message (Android only), make a call (Android only).
  
  
• Essential Mode & Battery Saving Screen The Essential Mode kicks in automatically when the power percentage drops below 5 percent. Of course you can also set this mode yourself.

In summary, these are some of the best smartwatches of 2023, offering a range of features and prices to meet everyone's needs. Whether you're looking for a premium smartwatch with advanced features or a budget-friendly option with essential functionalities, there's a smartwatch out there for you.