Best Smartwatch for 2025

Smartwatches have become a dime a dozen, but finding that rare gem that checks the boxes in terms of features, and actually delivers the info you care about is no easy feat. Our Picks SMARTWATCH DEALS OF THE WEEK $300 (save $50) $150 (save $100) $120 (save $80) $359 (save $70) $250 (save $100) They can level up your fitness game, keep tabs on your health, and even help taper your doom scrolling addiction without becoming another distraction. We’ve tested the top watches for durability, accuracy, battery life, and performance, and here are the ones that truly stand out in every category. What is the best smartwatch? The Apple Watch Series 11 is our favorite overall smartwatch. It combines polished software with a wide variety of health tools and smartphone companion features. Ten years after the original Apple Watch set the stage for the modern smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 11 adds even more health-tracking features, including notifications about hypertension (high blood pressure) and practical smartwatch tools like better scratch resistance and 5G connectivity. If you’re an iPhone owner, the Series 11 provides the right balance of features for the price. The Apple Watch Series 11 isn’t perfect. Battery life has improved, but still only lasts about 24 to 29 hours of normal use. Fast charging goes some way to address battery life, but it still means the watch is off your wrist more than you might like. Considering the health and safety tools, from fall detection during the day to sleep apnea notifications at night, you're likely to want to wear the watch as much as possible. The Apple Watch Series 11 has the right balance of health tracking and everyday usability to make it the best choice. Best smartwatches for 2025 Best all-around Apple Watch Series 11 Pros FDA-cleared hypertension alerts 24+ hour battery life and fast charging More reliable cellular connectivity and 5G 2x more scratch-resistant screen More cohesive UI and seamless compatibility with iOS Cons Same processor as older models Minimal design changes No dual-band GPS Gesture control is still limited to pre-selected options The Apple Watch Series 11 faces steep competition from within its own family, but it's a step forward because of its versatility with a wider range of pricing options, sizes and features. It takes an already great Apple Watch (the Series 10) and adds subtle but meaningful improvements, like six hours more battery life, 5G connectivity, and potentially life-saving hypertension notifications. Battery life is officially rated for 24 hours, but in my testing, I regularly stretched it closer to 30 hours depending on use. And with ultra-fast charging, just 15 minutes on the puck gives you enough power for a full night of sleep tracking. That consistency makes a real difference, since health features like sleep apnea alerts, ovulation predictions, and overnight vitals tracking all depend on wearing the watch to bed. Why we like it The Series 11 is still the Goldilocks of the lineup: sleek, comfortable, and versatile enough to...

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