It has the best operating system, WatchOS, which is slick, with plenty of apps to help reduce the number of times you need to pull out your phone.
The Apple Watch is the best smartwatch money can buy. Subscriptions help fund the work we do every day. This includes unlimited access to, full Gear coverage, and subscriber-only newsletters. Special offer for Gear readers: Get WIRED for just $5 ($25 off). Updated October 2023: We've added the Google Pixel Watch 2. Looking for a fitness or sleep tracker instead? We’ve got plenty more options in our Best Fitness Trackers, Best Fitbits, Best Garmin Watches, and Best Sleep Trackers guides. Below is a roundup of the best smartwatches we’ve tested. We also like several other options-in various styles and with different levels of smarts. The Apple Watch is our favorite for iPhone owners, but Samsung’s Galaxy Watch6 and Google's Pixel Watch 2 are great wearables for anyone on Android. While you’re wearing a connected watch, you can leave your phone in your pocket and use your wrist for simple tasks. The best smartwatches can do even more, from tracking your workouts and measuring your heart rate to serving up notifications and access to voice assistants. A great timepiece doesn’t just display the time of day it can elevate your outfit and make you feel good.
