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 Music 42mm Black Garmin Forerunner 165 Music 42mm Black #30 in Smartwatches
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#30
Health Sensors
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Battery
18 hours (daily charging required)
11 days (watch) / 6 hours (GPS + music)
App Ecosystem
watchOS App Store, Apple Health, strong integration
Limited; Garmin Connect + a few third-party apps
Display
Retina LTPS with always-on (SE 3 refresh)
Colorful AMOLED, always-on, bright
Verdict
Best entry-level smartwatch for iPhone
Best value running smartwatch with music playback

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