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 + Cellular Apple Watch SE 3 40mm GPS + Cellular #3 in Smartwatches
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Garmin Forerunner 165 Music 41mm GPS Running Watch Garmin Forerunner 165 Music 41mm GPS Running Watch #27 in Smartwatches
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#27
Health Sensors
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Battery
~1–2 days
~11 days smartwatch mode; ~6 hrs with GPS+music
App Ecosystem
watchOS App Store, 10,000+ apps
Limited third-party apps; music & fitness focus
Display
40mm LTPO OLED always-on
Colorful AMOLED, bright, always-on
Verdict
Best entry smartwatch for iPhone users
Best mid-range GPS running watch with music

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