Top 10 Apple Watch Alternatives

A watch can be a lot more than a device to tell time. These days, you can turn to your arm candy to take calls, check messages, stream music, and so much more. 

Apple Watch is among the most popular options when it comes to smartwatches. However, not everyone is a fan. For one, the Apple Watch Series 6 costs $399, which can be a steep price tag for some. 

Aside from the price point, some smartwatches also offer exciting features for all types of users. Here are some Apple Watch alternatives worthy of consideration.

1. Galaxy Watch (46mm) Silver

Galaxy Watch (46mm) Silver is one of the best Apple Watch alternatives to consider if you’re looking for a piece with a character. Besides the look, it also has features designed to help users boost their health. These include sleep cycle tracking, calorie tracking, guided meditation, and breathing exercises to manage stress.

Price: The watch sells for $174.99 from Samsung’s website.

2. Huawei Watch GT 2

If you want a smartwatch that looks elegant and minimalist at the same time, check out Huawei Watch GT 2 42 mm. This comes in a Champagne Gold stainless steel case as well as an exclusive starry sky motion watch face. You can choose from two straps – frosty white fluoroelastomer or reddish-brown leather.

Price: Huawei Watch GT 2 42 mm sells for $179.99 on Amazon.

3. Fossil Sport Smartwatch

Fossil Sport Smartwatch is one of the Apple Watch alternatives 2020 that doesn’t break the bank. The features of this watch include an alarm clock, app alerts, calendar alerts, email, social media, and text. It also has heart rate tracking and interchangeable watch bands. 

Price: Sport Smartwatch 43mm sells for $99 from Fossil’s website.

4. Fitbit Versa 2

Fitbit Versa 2 looks very close to an Apple Watch. But this offering from the San Francisco-based consumer electronics and fitness company surely holds up on its own. It includes Amazon Alexa Built-in as well as new sleep tools, fitness features, apps, and so much more. It also lets you track oxygen saturation (SpO2), giving you info to help you manage your well-being. 

Price: Versa 2 sells for $179.95 from Fitbit’s website.

5. Amazfit Bip S

If you’re looking for cheap Apple Watch alternatives, Amazfit Bip S is a great fit. This ultra-lightweight watch only weighs 31 grams with the watch band, making it a comfy accessory whether you’re sleeping or working out. It comes in four colors: white rock, red-orange, warm pink, and carbon black.

Price: You can buy Amazfit Bip S at an affordable price of $69.99 on Amazfit’s website.

6. TicWatch E2

TicWatch E2 may look simple and basic, but it’s never short on functions. This lightweight watch is swim-proof at 5 ATM, with Wear OS by Google™. It also comes with a heart-rate sensor with two days worth of battery life. In addition to that, its black minimalist polycarbonate watch case acts as a great background to its 1.39″ AMOLED display.

Price: You can buy TicWatch E2 for $118.39 from Mobvoi’s website.

7. Gen 5 Bradshaw Gold-Tone Smartwatch

If you’re looking for Apple Watch alternatives that are more fancy than rugged, check out Gen 5 Bradshaw Gold-Tone Smartwatch. This Michael Kors Access smartwatch is made from polished gold-tone stainless steel and is exquisitely classy. It’s also powered by Wear OS by Google™, pairing beauty with functionality. It also attaches with interchangeable straps, sold separately.

Price: Gen 5 Bradshaw Gold-Tone Smartwatch costs $249 from Michael Kors’ website.

8. Smartwatch HR – Falster 3 X

Skagen Denmark’s Smartwatch HR – Falster 3 X looks simple and sleek, but it doesn’t fall short of features you’d want in a smartwatch. This swim-proof watch can help you get more things done with Google Assistant, smartphone notifications, Google Pay, activity tracking, GPS, and a lot more. You can also customize your look with interchangeable silicone straps.

Price: You can buy Smartwatch HR – Falster 3 X for $295 at Skagen’s website.

9. Steel HR Sport

Steel HR Sport is specially designed to be your workout partner. And its cool features like heart rate monitoring, multi-sport tracking, and VO2 Max estimation surely make it a great fitness accessory. It has a water resistance rate of up to 50m and a long-life battery of up to 25 days.

Price: You can buy Steel HR Sport for €199.95 (around $235.55) at Withings’ website.

10. Garmin vívoactive® 4

Last but certainly not least on our Apple Watch alternatives is Garmin vívoactive 4. It may not be cheaper than Apple Watch, but it certainly compensates for the hefty price tag. For instance, it allows users to go phone-free, with their workout playlists right on your wrists. In addition to that, it also got more than 20 preloaded sports apps. That’s surely a great plus if you’re looking to improve your health. 
Price: Vívoactive 4 sells for $349.99 from Garmin’s website.