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So by opting for an Apple Watch alternative you might miss out on your favorite 3rd party services, such as Spotify, Google Maps, or your favorite workout-tracking app. The Apple Watch is one of the few smartwatches with a burgeoning App Store, and there’s not a single alternative that can rival this aspect. However, quality options are available for under $200/£200, should you want to keep costs down.

Alternatives are available for less than $99/£99 albeit with serious sacrifices in terms of features and screen tech. And the new Apple Watch Ultra comes in at a whopping $799/£849. PriceĪpple Watch starts at $269/£299 for the SE (2nd gen) and $399/£419 for the Series 8. Most smartwatches now offer a week or more away from the charger, which is a huge draw away from Apple's smartwatch. But you might be surprised to know that it’s a relative outlier. The Apple Watch’s Achilles heel is battery life, and Apple only promises 18 hours between charges (although we usually get 36). Also note, there's no official US availability. However, the closed ecosystem and lack of apps are frustrating. The Huawei Watch GT3 is a superb smartwatch, especially for runners – and at a great price, too.