When it comes to choosing the greatest smartwatch, Android users have a huge range of fantastic, cutting-edge tech to choose from. Garmin, Fitbit, and of course; Samsung are all potential options for Android users to really put their all into their workout routine.
What's more, the latest and greatest smartwatches are more powerful than ever - with a huge range of sensors and programs that are compatible with everything from mountain climbing to deep sea diving, it's all up for grabs.
The best smartwatches for Android at a glance:
• Best smartwatch for Android: Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro - View at Amazon
• Best Fitbit smartwatch for Android: Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch - View at Amazon
• Best value Android smartwatch: Fitbit Inspire 2 Health & Fitness Tracker - View at Amazon
Android users have an enormous array of apps and programs to access, as well as a greater range of customisation that Apple users simply cannot access - giving Android users the slight edge when it comes to fitness technology.
That's not to say that Apple Watches don't have their own benefits - from an incredibly comfortable design, easy-to-use apps, and highly accurate sensors, they're absolutely worth investing in if you've found yourself using an iPhone.
Best smartwatch for Android
It isn't the cheapest smartwatch on the market, but it's certainly one of the best. The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro is a downright impressive smartwatch. With a simply incredible myriad of features from GPS tracking for planning the perfect running route, to gyro sensors for wrist-flicking functionality (and even fall detection for older users).
Amongst an array of high-precision heart sensors capable of detecting irregularities, blood-oxygen levels, sleep and stress sensors - the Samsung Watch5 Pro is also a solid smartwatch for tracking fitness.
Alongside text messaging, calls and social media access for on-the-go browsing - there are quite literally hundreds of programs to explore, with sports ranging from the most basic, such as running, to even skiing, it's just that brilliant.
Pros
- Incredible fitness tracking and GPS
- Great battery life
- Comfortable and stylish
Cons
- Expensive
| Display: | 1.4-inch (super AMOLED, Sapphire crystal protection |
| Sensors: | Accelerometer, Barometer, Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Sensor, Electrical Heart Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Optical Heart Rate Sensor |
| Battery Capacity: | Up to 80 hours |
| Additional Features: | GPS, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC |
- Customer review: "For the money I paid, I am more than satisfied with this smartwatch and the 3-year extended warranty is an added benefit."
Best Fitbit Android smartwatch
FitbitWith a mindblowing range of sensors, programs and features for less than £200, that looks as though it should be double the price - the Fitbit Versa 4 is a triumph of affordable technology and should be a top contender for the smartwatch of the year.
With over 40+ built-in exercise programs, GPS, voice assistance and an impressive array of health tracking (and even a smart wake alarm system to make our early rise a little less painful) - it's the perfect smartwatch for whatever you're doing - training, counting your daily steps, or just checking your messages.
Pros
- Incredible battery
- Great health sensors
- Good range of features
Cons
- Slightly expensive
| Display: | 1.6-inch AMOLED |
| Sensors: | Multi-path optical heart rate sensor, infrared oxygen saturation monitoring, altimeter, accelerometer, ambient light sensor |
| Battery Capacity: | 6+ days |
| Additional Features: | NFC, built-in GPS, Bluetooth 5.0 |
- Customer review: "Works really well, does all it promises. Works well with messaging on my phone."
Best value Android smartwatch
If you're not looking for a ton of features and just want a powerful motivating tool for the gym - or even getting out of the house a little more - the Fitbit Inspire 2 is simply perfect for the job.
Lightweight to the point where it's barely noticeable - a solid range of basic features that keep you in the know about essential body health information (particularly your heart health), and an all-around good way to push your PBs to their limit - the Fitbit Inspire 2 is an unshakeable deal on a solid budget smartwatch and is perfect for Android users.
Pros
- Very affordable
- Solid features
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not a ton of programs
| Display: | 1.3 inches |
| Sensors: | Heart rate, steps, sleep, calories burned, distance, body temperature |
| Battery Capacity: | 10 days |
| Additional Features: | Music control, call/message notifications, customisable dial |
- Customer review: "It's amazing for the price and It’s really encouraging too."
Best Garmin smartwatch for Android
A smartwatch for those that don't fancy spending half a month's wages, but don't want to miss out on some top-tier apps and features, Garmin's Venu 2 crushes the competition in terms of value; everything from strength training to intense HIIT workouts is available, alongside 25 preloaded GPS and indoor sports apps are included - from cycling to swimming and even golf.
There's also a huge amount of health tracking built into the Garmin Venu 2 - with stress and sleep tracking as well as an incredible body battery detector, indicating just how much energy you've got left in you after a long day.
The Venu 2 is a high-tech Garmin smartwatch at a midrange price and is certainly worth your consideration while hunting down a solid smartwatch.
Pros
- Best value Garmin smartwatch
- Loaded with features
- Aesthetically excellent
Cons
- Still expensive
| Display: | 1.3-inch AMOLED |
| Sensors: | Body Battery energy levels, sleep sensor, fitness age, stress tracking, GPS |
| Battery Capacity: | Up to 11 days with regular use |
| Additional Features: | Stores up to 760 songs, over 25 pre-installed fitness options |
- Customer review: "The Garmin Venu 2 is perfect. I've owned it for over a week and I've only just had to charge it. Honestly I don't know how it's able to do everything it does and have that amount of battery life."
Best Android smartwatch for style
From the classic watch designer Fossil comes the GEN 6 Fossil Men's smartwatch - simply loaded with tech features and dripping with gorgeous, minimalistic style that's enough to sell the watch by itself.
Utilising a blend of buttons, touch screen and voice commands - the variation of usage styles is seriously breathtaking. As for programs and features, the Fossil GEN 6 is slightly lacking - with not a whole lot of features to test your fitness limits with, but you should certainly expect a solid amount of tracking to support your fitness journey.
All-in-all, this is a seriously gorgeous smartwatch that's absolutely worth considering in your search for your ideal fitness tracker - it's just that good.
Pros
- Stunning design
- Easy to control while exercising
- Packed with programs
Cons
- Not as advanced as higher-end models
| Display: | 1.28-inch |
| Sensors: | Automatic goal tracking, sleep, heart rate, cardio levels, blood oxygen monitoring, GPS tracking, Cardio Fitness Level |
| Battery Capacity: | 2 weeks |
| Additional Features: | Calling, speakers, Bluetooth 5.0, messaging, voice assistant |
- Customer review: "This is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a stylish and functional smartwatch."
Best affordable Android smartwatch
For those looking to get their hands on a Samsung smartwatch without paying over £500 - the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 is a more than perfect way to do precisely that.
Slim, and lightweight, yet still very quick and precise, Samsung's Galaxy Watch4 is a perfect choice for gym-goers who are looking to avoid a bulky smartwatch to contend with.
The Samsung Watch4 doesn't have all of the cutting-edge features that the Watch5 Pro has, but it still offers a premium fitness tracking experience.
Pros
- Affordable, powerful smartwatch
- Great aesthetic
- Good range of features
Cons
- Not as advanced as Watch5 Pro
| Display: | 1.4-inch (super AMOLED) |
| Sensors: | Accelerometer, barometer, BioActive Sensor, Body Composition, sleep tracking |
| Battery Capacity: | Up to 40 hours |
| Additional Features: | Bluetooth5.0, NFC |
- Customer review: "Great features, good for people wanting to keep tabs on their health."
Are Android smartwatches worth it?
All-in-all, Android smartwatches are 100 per cent worth considering - they're powerful, stylish, and have a good deal of customisation capabilities so you can really make them your own.
Are Garmin smartwatches compatible with Android?
Garmin smartwatches are most certainly compatible with Android, just simply connect to the smartwatch via the Garmin Mobile Connect app. Garmin watches are also compatible with Apple - so no need to worry about not being able to use yours with your iPhone.
Android versus Apple - what's the best?
The ongoing debate rages ever-on, and still, there is no clear, definitive answer. Apple smartwatches offer plenty in terms of features and style, and yet Android watches come in many more shapes and sizes - some of them being a whole lot more capable of fitness tracking than Apple watches but at a significantly higher price.
How accurate are Android smartwatches for fitness tracking?
When it comes to tracking health and fitness, including heart rate monitoring, step tracking and other sensors - Android smartwatches are considerably more accurate at such things, but not quite to the level of medical equipment.
Ryan Houghton is a tech writer and reviewer for What's The Best, specialising in PCs and gaming. He is a keen PC gamer and an avid reader.
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