The best smart watches of 2019

This section contains smart watches, costing around 5-10 thousand rubles. Despite the affordable price, the following gadgets attract with a long service life, a stylish design, a convenient strap, and good synchronization with smartphones. In addition, we tried to take into account customer reviews in order to assemble the most functional devices in this segment.

Amazfit Bip model from the Chinese company Xiaomi opens the top of inexpensive smart watches. Despite the loyal value, the company managed to dispel the myth that such devices do not last long from a single charge. The battery life of the gadget varies from 30 to 45 days. The LCD reflective touch screen displays information about incoming calls, events. There is a calendar. Thanks to a good GPS-receiver, you can track the speed of the path implemented by running or cycling. It is worth adding that the model supports tracking of phases of sleep. The housing complies with IP68 protection standard.

Speaking about budget smart watches, IWO 5 model can not be ignored, which has rather good characteristics and a meager price, compared to analogues. The gadget attracts with its thoughtful stylization of the screen, significant autonomy and fast charging (about 45 minutes). The batteries last for about a week of operation. This result is due to the lack of GPS and not too gluttonous IPS matrix. In addition, a battery saving mode is implemented. Blutooth is used to pair with smartphones. The pixel concentration of the 294 PPI 1.5-inch display in conjunction with a resolution of 300 by 300 pixels fully justify the cost and make me close my eyes to some of the shortcomings. The disadvantages include a small number of modes for athletes, a number of software flaws.

We are talking about inexpensive, good smart watches, made in a conservative way. The model is offered in two designs: in black and red. Touch 1.34-LCD LCD with a resolution of 320 by 300 pixels provides excellent quality transmission of the most important information: from messages and calls to alerts from different applications.In addition to listening to music, data transfer is attractive by the presence of sensors that are able to accurately collect and transmit information about the user's physical activity. In particular, indicators for jogging or cycling. The optical heart rate monitor works fine. Battery capacity lasts up to 5 days of operation.

The MiJia Quartz Watch model is included in the list of the best smart watches for several reasons: universal casual design, excellent integration with smartphones, a wide range of functions. In particular, the device is equipped with a pedometer and displays statistics, supports vibration when receiving messages and incoming calls. In addition, the developers equipped the inexpensive gadget with 10 types of alarms, automatically resetting the time when changing the time zone. In addition to the stylish design and a number of interesting functions, users speak favorably regarding the quality of the strap. The downside is that the glass is easy to scratch.

The best low-cost smart watch of 2019 is the Garmin Forerunner 35, aimed more at sports lovers than ordinary users. Attracted by a very compact size and weighing only 31 grams. Despite the small dimensions, the device includes GPS, heart rate monitor, accelerometer, stopwatch, compass and even altimeter. At the same time, there is a bit of internal memory and a good screen with a resolution of 128 by 128 pixels. High-quality synchronization with PCs and smartphones is also noteworthy. Although a plastic case is used, the device can withstand up to 5 atmospheres of pressure. No flaws were found.

This category contains models equipped with good GPS. Given that the main purpose of smart watches is the ability for parents to monitor the movement of their children, we take into account the quality of the strap, durability and battery life. You should not expect extensive functionality from such devices, and they are not needed. Actually, therefore, the price of such devices is much lower.

The ranking of children's smart watches is launched by the Jet Kid Gear model, the main purpose of which, of course, is to track the location of the child. Based on the information of the developer, the accuracy of the determination may have an error of 5 meters. Several technologies are used to identify the user's location: GPS positioning, LBS based on mobile operator stations and Wi-Fi coordinates. For the gadget to function correctly, a SIM card supporting 2G is required, since all information is transmitted using GPRS. In addition, the model has a 1.44-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 by 240 pixels, but the picture quality is poor.

If you plan to buy a good smart watch for a child, we recommend paying attention to the Smart BabyWatch GW300S model with GPS tracking support. It is worth saying that the device has a protected case from moisture and dust. Protection class complies with IP68. Great solution for active children. At the same time, unlike smartphones and phones, the gadget is hard to lose, as it is equipped with a fairly strong strap. There is one-way communication, improved GPS positioning, control from the parent's smartphone, alarm clock, pedometer, built-in Wi-Fi. In addition, manufacturers introduced a device to remove the device from the hand. Battery life is 72 hours.

Speaking of reliable children's smart watches, I want to acquaint you with the characteristics of the Smart Baby Watch W10.The model supports Android, iOS. There are vibrations and notifications with viewing and response. The case is made of durable plastic, and the bracelet is made of durable silicone. Through the use of inexpensive parts, manufacturers were able to create a good gadget at a low price. At the same time, the glass is scratch-resistant, and the protection class complies with IP67. For ease of use, the strap length is adjustable. The weight of the device is up to 50 grams. There is an OLED screen with good resolution and a fairly bright backlight. In addition, the developers equipped the device with a microphone, a weak camera, support for GPS, Wi-Fi and 3G. A 500 mAh battery lasts for 20 hours without recharging.

Model VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch is a good smart watch for a child that young photographers and caring parents will love. The device has a small amount of memory, extensive entertainment opportunities and excellent GPS, with the help of which guardians can monitor the movement and location of their child. The model is equipped with a touch screen, due to which you can change different data by scrolling your finger across the display. The strap is made of silicone, which does not press on the wrist and provides a strong fit - they won’t be lost for sure. The model is aimed at users from 4 to 9 years. Of the additional functions, it is worth highlighting a voice recorder, games, USB support for transferring photos and videos to a PC. The battery lasts for 2-3 days of operation.

The best children's smart watches of 2019 - the Jet Kid Scout model, equipped with a touch screen with a resolution of 128 by 128 pixels. Thanks to the built-in phone and a good GPS navigator, parents can track the movement of the child and keep abreast of the latest developments in the kindergarten or school. The gadget is compatible with iOS and Android operating systems. Based on user reviews, all the features announced by the developer work perfectly. The plus is that if parents have smartphones on different platforms, they can both interact with the child. The software works fine, however, like geolocation.

Here the top models are collected taking into account the characteristics and prices. Such models have high power, good functionality and many positive reviews from users.

The rating of smart watches in 2019 is replenished with the Samsung Galaxy Watch, which attracts with a stylish design and excellent functionality. The model works on the basis of Super AMOLED screen, size 1.3 inches. Resolution is 360 by 360 pixels. In addition to the fact that the gadget can display alerts, it has an extensive set of functions to monitor the user's physical activity. As for the technical characteristics, the Exynos 9110 proprietary chip is implemented, which works great in conjunction with 1.5 gigabytes of RAM and 4 gigabytes of internal memory. Management is based on Tizen. Additionally, you can use GPS, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth. The battery lasts for 7 days of operation without recharging.

We are talking about reliable smart watches that attract with a premium design and a long service life. The model is attractive for compatibility with both iOS and Android. The developers equipped the device with a monochrome 1.3-inch display. The case is made of stainless steel. Judging by the statement of the developers, the battery life is 2 years. The downside is that the strap is made of silicone. As for the additional options, they include distance calculation, calorie counter, automatic activity detection and accelerometer.It is worth adding that this gadget has a sapphire crystal, which provides excellent protection to the screen.

The top smartwatch this year could not do without the model Huawei Watch GT Classic, created on the ARM Cortex-M4 platform. This technology attracts with high performance and low power consumption. The battery capacity is 420 mAh, which is enough for 30 days of operation in the average operating mode. Judging by customer reviews, if you use the heart rate sensor as part of the exercises for only 2 hours, the charge will last at least 2 weeks. The display uses AMOLED with a diameter of 1.39 inches. The resolution is 454 by 454 pixels. Another advantage is Huawei Truseen 3.0 technology, which allows you to measure your heart rate with maximum accuracy. In addition, there is a geomagnetic compass, a gyroscope, an accelerometer.

Another top-end smart watch is the Apple Watch Series 4, which has a cool OLED display, which has become significantly larger due to the deprivation of right angles. The design did not fundamentally change except for the appearance of thin frames. As for the hardware, it was subject to certain changes. In particular, the processor received a number of improvements, and now the more powerful Apple S5 is used. In addition, a high-quality touch screen, a reliable crown and a key are noteworthy. In addition, the ECG function deserves attention. The novelty can track the activity of the heart, register deviations from the norm. If necessary, the device calls an ambulance. Unfortunately, this option is currently only implemented in the United States.

The best smart watch of 2019 is the Amazfit GTS model with a high-strength case that can withstand pressure up to 5 atmospheres. The model allows you to monitor all important alerts and physical activity without any skills and knowledge. There is a very convenient and informative display based on AMOLED technology. The screen resolution is 1.69 inches. The resolution of the touch screen is 348 by 442 pixels. The new watch allows you to track swimming, walking, running, cycling, and also control the phases of sleep. In addition, the gadget is equipped with a sensitive heart rate monitor. The built-in battery lasts for 14 days of continuous operation and 46 days in standby mode (with GPS and Bluetooth turned off). As for the design, you can see everything from the photo.

First of all, you should decide on the purpose of the gadget. There are models aimed at parents, athletes and ordinary users. If you do not know how to choose a smart watch, keep in mind that they can have a classic design, sporty and for a child. In addition, hybrid solutions characterized by the presence of arrows have been in demand lately. Another important parameter is the battery life, which can vary over a wide range. Optimal from a few days. It is important to understand that autonomy depends not only on the battery capacity, but also on the OS, display quality, number of sensors and type of power element. In terms of protection, IP66 is considered the best protection class today. RAM is enough for 1.5-2 gigabytes.

As you already managed to understand, it is necessary to build on the price. If you don’t know which smartwatch to buy, prioritize: from battery life to functionality. We tried to highlight the leading devices, taking into account the needs of different users:

• the best budget smart watches - Garmin Forerunner 35;
• for athletes - Samsung Galaxy Watch;
• with a good battery - Nokia Steel;
• in price / quality ratio - Amazfit GTS;
• for a child - Jet Kid Scout.

If you already have experience operating smart watches, do not forget to share your opinions and reviews!