Quick Picks
Best Overall: Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
Best Premium: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Best for Google Fans: Google Pixel Watch 3
Best for Athletes: Garmin Forerunner 265
Best Budget: Amazfit GTR 4
Best Value Fitness: Fitbit Charge 6
Best Ultra-Budget: Amazfit Bip 5
Our Top Picks
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
The Galaxy Watch 7 is the best overall smart watch for Android users. It combines excellent hardware (gorgeous Super AMOLED display, fast processor, accurate sensors) with Wear OS 5's app ecosystem and Samsung's industry-leading health features.
Pros
✓ Best display on any Android watch
✓ Blood pressure + body composition
✓ 40+ hour battery life
✓ Full Google app support
Cons
✗ Some features Samsung-phone only
✗ No rotating bezel (need Classic)
✗ Sapphire glass costs extra
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Samsung's answer to Apple Watch Ultra delivers titanium construction, 100+ hour battery life (power saving mode), and serious adventure features including 10ATM water resistance with diving capability. If you want the absolute best Android smart watch regardless of price, this is it.
Pros
✓ Exceptional battery life
✓ Titanium durability
✓ Dive-ready (10ATM)
✓ $150 less than Apple Ultra
Cons
✗ Large 47mm only size
✗ Expensive at $649
✗ Overkill for casual users
Google Pixel Watch 3
If you're deep in Google's ecosystem—Pixel phone, Nest devices, Google services—Pixel Watch 3 offers the most seamless integration. The pure Wear OS experience is clean and fast, Fitbit health tracking is excellent, and Google Assistant actually works well on a watch.
Pros
✓ Best Google Assistant integration
✓ Clean, pure Wear OS
✓ Fitbit health features included
✓ Now in two sizes
Cons
✗ Shorter battery than Samsung
✗ No BP or body composition
✗ Premium price for features
Garmin Forerunner 265
For runners, cyclists, triathletes, and serious fitness enthusiasts, no Wear OS watch competes with Garmin. The Forerunner 265 delivers AMOLED visuals with Garmin's legendary training analytics, GPS accuracy, and 13-day battery life. It's a fitness tool first, smartwatch second.
Pros
✓ Best training analytics
✓ 13-day battery life
✓ Superior GPS accuracy
✓ Works with any phone
Cons
✗ Limited smartwatch apps
✗ No Google Assistant/Pay
✗ Notification replies limited
Amazfit GTR 4
At $199, the Amazfit GTR 4 delivers features that cost $300+ elsewhere: AMOLED display, dual-band GPS, SpO2, and 14-day battery life. It lacks the app ecosystem of Wear OS watches, but for fitness tracking and notifications, it's unbeatable value.
Pros
✓ Incredible value at $199
✓ 14-day battery life
✓ Premium AMOLED display
✓ Classic watch aesthetic
Cons
✗ No Google/Wear OS apps
✗ Limited notification interaction
✗ Zepp OS less polished
Fitbit Charge 6
Not everyone needs a full smartwatch. The Fitbit Charge 6 is the best fitness tracker for Android users—now with Google integration (Maps, Wallet). Excellent sleep tracking, 7-day battery, and Fitbit's community features make it perfect for health-focused users.
Pros
✓ Best sleep tracking
✓ Google Maps & Wallet
✓ 7-day battery
✓ Excellent value at $159
Cons
✗ Small display
✗ Not a full smartwatch
✗ Premium subscription for insights
Amazfit Bip 5
Under $100, the Amazfit Bip 5 is remarkable. You get a large 1.91" display, built-in GPS, 10-day battery, and Bluetooth calling. It won't match premium watches in accuracy or features, but for basic fitness tracking and notifications, it's hard to beat.
Pros
✓ Under $100
✓ Large readable display
✓ Bluetooth calling
✓ Built-in GPS at this price
Cons
✗ TFT display (not AMOLED)
✗ Basic health accuracy
✗ Limited app ecosystem
How to Choose
For Samsung Phone Users
Galaxy Watch 7 or Ultra is the obvious choice. Samsung-exclusive features like blood pressure monitoring and seamless integration make it the best match for your Galaxy phone.
For Pixel Phone Users
Pixel Watch 3 offers the cleanest integration with your Pixel phone. Google Assistant, call screening features, and seamless Fitbit health tracking make it worth the premium.
For Other Android Users
Any Wear OS watch works well. Samsung Galaxy Watch offers the most features. Garmin is best for athletes. Amazfit delivers the best value for budget-conscious buyers.
The Bottom Line
Android users have never had better smart watch options. Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is the best overall choice for most people—excellent hardware, comprehensive health features, and full Google app support.
Athletes should consider Garmin for its unmatched training analytics. Budget-conscious buyers can get 80% of the experience for 50% of the price with Amazfit. And Pixel owners will love the seamless Google integration of Pixel Watch 3.
Unlike iPhone users who have exactly one good option, you have choices. That's the Android advantage.