The 4 Best Smartwatches to Buy in 2018

Apple Watch Series 2

While there are plenty of people who might say the wearable fad has already come and gone, Apple’s launch of the Watch Series 2 is hoping to change that. For starters, the addition of built-in GPS, waterproofing, and overall better performance makes for a superb wearable device that's a cut above the rest.

The aluminum face watch version starts at under $400, and now runners can leave their phones at home and swimmers can feel free to actually go for a swim (or shower). The Series 2 watch is slightly larger than the last generation, though it doesn’t increase the battery life (which, although disappointing, is not a deal breaker). Apple has also added a ceramic case version of the watch that is claimed to be 4x tougher than the stainless steel option. And there's yet another version where Apple teamed up with Nike to offer sportier color combinations, as well as a strong elastomer silicone strap that offers better ventilation for runners.

The rest of the design remains the same. The digital crown is on the right next to the appropriately named “Side” button. But, the OLED retina touch display is twice as bright as the original watch, which makes it easily viewable in direct sunlight. Overall, the upgrades are far superior to the original launch software, so it feels like a completely new (yet familiar) product.

Sony Smartwatch 3

Sony isn't the principal name you ponder smartwatches, yet it happens to offer a standout amongst other Android Wear gadgets around. Android Wear, incidentally, is the Google-created wearable stage that you'll discover running on most non-Apple Watch smartwatches, however, you will discover a few wearables (counting #3 on this rundown) that are exemptions. The greatest advantage of picking an Android Wear watch is the wide determination of applications and watch faces you'll get, in addition to all around incorporated warnings that utilization Google Now to push you significant updates. 

You can as of now discovering the Sony Smartwatch 3 on Amazon for as meager as $150, and it offers some extraordinary highlights at that cost. For one, it incorporates worked in GPS, which is awesome for leaving your cell phone at home when you go for a walk or run and need to track your exercise. The gadget is likewise waterproof, so you shouldn't have to stress excessively on the off chance that it gets sprinkled every so often. 

Obviously, this item is made for a dynamic client, yet for the individuals who need something somewhat dressier, there's likewise a silver metal form. You'll discover this alternative for under $300.

Samsung Gear S2

Samsung's discharged a significant arrangement of wearables throughout the most recent couple of years, and not every one of them has been victors. The later Samsung Gear S2, be that as it may, is certainly a feature, thanks in huge part to a decent plan with around show. 

Maybe the coolest component of this watch is that you can explore the show by turning its bezel. This is a simple, instinctive approach to travel through the interface, and it's more exquisite than the equipment catches you need to push on some different items. The outline is additionally appealing, with a few shading palette and material choices running from lively to more formal, with costs beginning at about $299. 

One potential downside is that the Samsung Gear S2 doesn't keep running on the Android Wear stage, so it doesn't offer access to the same number of applications and watch faces as contenders do. Particularly considering the forthcoming patch up of Android Wear, this could be a drawback, in any case, it relies upon the amount you think about things like Google Now-based notices and a rich determination of applications.

Apple Watch Sport

You might ask why the Apple Watch gets the best spot on this rundown when its successor is presently accessible. While it's valid that the cutting edge Apple Watch is waterproof and highlights another double center processor, the first item still has bounty pulling out all the stops — and it's currently accessible at a generally minimal effort: $299 and up. 

That value drop unquestionably mirrors the way this is not anymore the later form of the item, however, you shouldn't really ignore the first Apple Watch, particularly the first section level Apple Watch Sport. This gadget offers warnings, an everyday movement following including prompts to make them move when you've been sitting too long and personalization as various watch lashes and programming watch faces. With respect to what recognizes the Apple Watch Sport from the Apple Watch, it's chiefly about the ties and the packaging materials. The Sport highlights anodized aluminum as opposed to stainless steel, and keeping in mind that you can swap outgroups as a matter, of course, the Apple Watch Sport accompanies a rubber treated tie, which is likely the best choice on the off chance that you anticipate wearing this gadget amid some damp with sweat exercises. 

Basically, the Apple Watch Sport is most likely the best choice for iPhone clients, both in light of the fact that Android cell phones aren't good and the client encounter on this item is consistent for its clients. On the off chance that you have the monetary allowance to go overboard on an Apple Watch Series 2 (beginning at $369) it could be justified, despite all the trouble — yet in the event that you're not set on particular highlights, the Apple Watch Sport is an exceptionally strong decision.