Items6The creator’s order
  1. 1Amazfit Bip 6Amazfit Bip 6At $79.99, this is the starting point for recording walks without your phone. Pair it with Android or iPhone for notifications. It has built-in GPS and supports offline maps. Amazfit estimates up to 14 days of typical use and six days of heavy use. Bluetooth calls need a nearby paired phone.0
  2. 2CMF Watch 3 ProCMF Watch 3 ProPick this if you want a round display and dual-band GPS for walks or runs. It lists for $99, and Nothing rates it for up to 13 days of typical use. It pairs through the Nothing X app on Android and iPhone.0
  3. 3Amazfit Bip MaxAmazfit Bip MaxAt $99.99, this is the upgrade for a bigger screen and longer stretches between charges. Amazfit estimates up to 20 days of typical use or seven days with the always-on display. The 2.07-inch screen and 42.8 × 49.6 mm case make it worth checking the fit if you have a small wrist.0
  4. 4Apple Watch SE 3 (40 mm, GPS)Apple Watch SE 3 (40 mm, GPS)The $249 GPS model is the iPhone pick if you want Apple Watch apps and an always-on display. It requires iOS 27 or later on an iPhone 11 or newer, or an iPhone SE (2nd generation or later). Apple rates it for up to 18 hours of normal use, so plan on charging more often than with the Amazfit models.0
  5. 5Garmin Forerunner 70Garmin Forerunner 70At $249.99, this is the pick for runners who want training plans and physical buttons for workouts. It pairs with Android or iPhone. Garmin rates it for up to 13 days in smartwatch mode, 23 hours in GPS-only mode or 16 hours with all satellite systems enabled.0
  6. 6Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (40 mm, Bluetooth)Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (40 mm, Bluetooth)At a $249.99 list price, the 40 mm Bluetooth model is worth checking for a discount if you want Wear OS apps and richer notifications on Android. It requires Android 11 or later and at least 1.5 GB of phone RAM. Check availability before choosing it, since this is an older model.0