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 (44mm GPS + Cellular) Apple Watch SE 3 (44mm GPS + Cellular) #2 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
#2
#25
Health Sensors
HR, SpO2, sleep, fall detection
HR, sleep, HRV, training effect, recovery
Battery
~18 hours (1 day typical)
11 days smartwatch / 19 hrs GPS
App Ecosystem
watchOS app store, Apple Pay, Siri, notifications
Garmin Connect, Garmin Pay, notifications
Display
Retina LTPO OLED always-on
AMOLED touchscreen, bright, always-on
Verdict
Best entry smartwatch for iPhone
Best battery GPS watch under $250

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