The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Smartwatches, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm GPS, Midnight Aluminum, Midnight Sport Band) Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm GPS, Midnight Aluminum, Midnight Sport Band) #1 in Smartwatches
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Garmin Forerunner 165 43mm GPS Running Watch – AMOLED Display Garmin Forerunner 165 43mm GPS Running Watch – AMOLED Display #25 in Smartwatches
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#25
Health Sensors
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HR, sleep, HRV, training effect, recovery
Battery
18 hours (daily charging required)
11 days smartwatch / 19 hrs GPS
App Ecosystem
watchOS App Store, Apple Health, strong integration
Garmin Connect, Garmin Pay, notifications
Display
Retina LTPS with always-on (SE 3 refresh)
AMOLED touchscreen, bright, always-on
Verdict
Best entry-level smartwatch for iPhone
Best battery GPS watch under $250

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