Ranking the best sports watches in 2022

Finding a good watch for everyday and sports life is not easy. It is necessary to take into account the possibilities and technical indicators. Attention is drawn to the novelties of this season, popular models of sports watches of past years and some items expected to be released in 2022.

General information about sports watches: selection criteria

How to choose the right watch model that is suitable for everyday wear, for sports, and suitable for any outfit. To begin with, it is worth understanding what device models are. The table shows the main types of fitness gadgets.

Sports watch classification:

What are there?	Description
In appearance:	watch, bracelet
By form:	round, rectangular, square, irregular shape
Dial type:	digital, combined - analog + digital
By feature set:	multifunctional, with a minimum set of functions
For management:	push-button, touch, voice
By age:	adults, children
For whom:	men, women, children, unisex
For sports activities:	running, gym, pool, diving, active life, personal training, etc.

What to look for when buying a sports watch for adults? Some recommendations:

• Purposefulness: what loads the watch must cope with;
• Functional;
• Platform compatibility;
• The strength of the case: it is worth paying attention to the material from which the dial and strap are made;
• Which firm is better;
• price segment.

Tips for kids wrist watch:

• Parents: a set of functions that allow you to control the child;
• It is better to buy a 2 in 1 watch: with your own SIM card, so as not to spend money on buying a phone;
• A set of functions for sports activities.

The popularity of models depends on several factors: novelty, durability, feature set and acceptable cost. Therefore, to replace too expensive watch models, analogues from China can become.

How to set the clock? For each model, the kit includes its own instruction, which allows you to quickly activate the device and correctly configure all functions.

Rating of popular sports watches for men

The list of models was made up of watches from the categories:

• For active people with a full range of functions from the company "ARMANI";
• For lovers and athletes of water activities from the company "CASIO";
• For sports from the company "XRide";
• The choice of buyers from the company "Samsung";
• Expecting release this year from KingWear.

ARMANI "Connected ART5017"

Who: athletes, active people.

Wear: daily.

Men's watch with minimal water and dust protection, equipped with a backlit touch screen. They display the time in digital format, notify the phone of a call, allow you to view and respond to SMS, emails. In addition, there are: a calendar, weather display, sleep monitoring, calories and physical activity. The device is equipped with a light sensor, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a heart rate monitor, as well as a stopwatch and a timer. Resources of a smart thing: voice or smartphone control of the player, alarm clock and calendar; the ability to connect headphones, output music to Bluetooth, install third-party applications.

Specifications:

Dimensions (centimeters):	4,3/4,3/1,2
Discharge:	smart
Color:	the black
The form:	a circle
Wearing place:	wrist
Waterproof:	WR30
Compatibility:	Android 4.4, iOS 9
Screen type:	AMOLED
Diagonal:	1.19 inches
Material:	aluminum, silicone,
Glass:	mineral
PPI:	328
Permission:	390x390
Navigation:	GPS
Web interfaces:	Bluetooth version 4.1 LE, Wi-Fi, NFC
CPU:	Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100
Cache:	4 GB/512 MB
Power capacity:	300 mAh, type - non-removable
By price:	31500 rubles

• New;
• Multifunctional;
• There is a vibration
• Capabilities;
• Adjustable bracelet, easy to remove;
• With the function of constant screen operation;
• Wireless charger;
• Removable cradle;
• Various control methods;
• Stylish;
• Big numbers;
• You can clearly see the readings in the sun at night;
• impact resistant;
• Possibility of splashing.

• Expensive.

CASIO "G-SHOCK GMW-B5000-1E"

Men's anti-shock electronic watch with a removable battery, equipped with a minimum set of functions, but allows you to dive underwater with scuba gear. In this regard, they are suitable for those who are engaged in water sports. Under water, you can use a stopwatch and a timer. What is: phone search function, world clock, 5 alarm clocks and an automatic calendar.

Specifications:

Type of:	smart
Parameters (centimeters):	4,93/4,32/1,3
Clock face:	rectangular
Platform Compatibility:	Android, iOS
Material:	stainless steel, polymer
Net weight:	167 g
Water protection:	WR200
Display:	monochrome
Interfaces:	Bluetooth
Color:	silver
What is the price:	22500 rubles

• Waterproof;
• shockproof;
• Simplicity;
• Strap adjustment;
• Enough features;;
• Solar battery;
• Immersion depth;
• LCD screen with backlight allows you to take readings in poor lighting conditions;
• Constantly working screen;
• New.

• Expensive.

XRide "Q3 metal"

Purpose: for sports, daily wear

For whom: men

The model with a digital display of indicators is equipped with many functions: monitors sleep, calories, human activity. Measures projection of apparent movement and pulse.From the possibilities: you can read and respond to messages (telephone or from social networks Facebook, Twitter); view calendar and weather; receive call notifications; control the smartphone camera, stopwatch, alarm clock; measure blood pressure and oxygen levels in the blood.

Specifications:

Type of:	smart
Connect to:	Android 4.4, iOS 8
Dial Shape:	rectangle
Net weight:	36 g
Water protection class:	IP67
Screen:	IPS, 1.3 inches
Interface:	Bluetooth version 4.0LE
Battery:	Li-Polymer, non-removable
Permission:	240 by 240 pixels
CPU:	NRF52832
RAM:	8 MB
Memory:	64 KB
	embedded - 512 KB
Battery capacity:	170 mAh
Active mode:	168 hours
Waiting time:	1440 hours
Material:	stainless steel
Average cost:	3500 rubles

• Affordable price;
• Multifunctional;
• moisture resistant;
• Universal size: adjustable strap;
• Watch case in several colors;
• The presence of the "anti-lost" function, which will not allow the loss of hours;
• Novelty;
• Own operating system;
• Screen backlight;
• Bright image;
• Stylish.

• Not identified.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active

Purpose: for sports, everyday wear

This model is considered unisex, suitable for men and women. It is endowed with the ability to view and respond to messages in any way (voice, print); allows you to swim and take a shower without taking off your watch (only without diving); can play music and videos; has voice control; outputs files to Bluetooth devices; can measure stress levels; show programs on meditation and breathing techniques.

With the help of the gadget, you can monitor sleep, analyze the calorie content of food consumed and monitor the level of activity.

Measuring resources help to remove projection indicators of apparent acceleration, body orientation angle, height. In addition, there is a light sensor, heart rate monitor, timer, alarm clock and stopwatch.

Specifications:

Dimensions (centimeters):	3,95/3,95/1,05
Net weight:	25 grams
Type of:	smart
OS:	Tizen
Support:	Android
Water protection class:	WR50
Strap material:	silicone
Display:	Super AMOLED
Diagonal:	1.11 inches
Permission:	360 by 360
PPI:	324
Interfaces:	Bluetooth 4.2, WiFi, NFC
Navigation:	GPS, GLONASS
CPU:	1150 MHz
Number of cores:	2
Memory:	768 MB built-in - 4 GB
Battery capacity:	230 mAh
Expected time:	90 hours
Active mode:	8 ocloc'k
Strap Compatibility:	2 cm
By price:	12800 rubles

• Comfortably sit on the hand;
• Soft strap;
• Wireless charging with magnet;
• Compact;
• Functional;
• Moisture protection;
• Two-way gadget search;
• Ability to install other applications;
• Clocks with a semi-automated system: for example, they determine the load themselves;
• Look stylish;
• Replaceable, adjustable bracelet;
• Very bright and colorful screen.

• Small screen.

KingWear "KW68 L"

The new model allows you to access the Internet (3G). Suitable for daily wear, sports. Suitable for business people with an active lifestyle.

The smartwatch will track your sleep, count calories and give you an estimate of your physical activity. They will be able to view and respond to SMS, emails (Facebook, Twitter). Thanks to the device, it is easy to determine the date and weather for a particular day.You can play videos, control the camera and player of the device to which the fitness watch is connected. In the organizer: calculator, alarm clock and voice recorder.

What else can you do: measure the pulse and the projection of apparent acceleration, insert "nano" SIM cards.

Specifications:

OS:	Android
Support:	Android, iOS, Windows, OSX
Material:	stainless steel, aluminum and silicone
Wet protection:	IP65
Dimensions (centimeters):	5/5/1,5
Net weight:	98 g
Diagonal:	1.38 inches
Permission:	400 to 400
PPI:	290
Camera:	2.50 MP
CPU:	MTK6580, 1300 MHz
Cores:	4
Memory:	1 GB, built-in - 16 GB
Battery capacity:	460 mAh, Li-Polymer
Interfaces:	Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi, USB
Navigation:	GPS
Time display method:	digital

• There is internet;
• Lots of features;
• SIM card;
• Camera;
• New;
• Digital;
• Design;
• Rugged housing.

• Cost not specified.

Rating of quality sports watches for children

Three models of watches from different manufacturers are presented, which, in addition to sports functions, are equipped with the necessary programs for parents. The category included:

• Watch for running from the company "VOYTECH";
• For going to the gym with water protection from the company "Smart";
• Teenage model with a pedometer.

VOYTECH "EW100 (D99)"

Purpose: take to school, play sports

New smart watches for kids will be released this year. The model is suitable for girls and boys, as the watch case is available in various colors: black, silver, beige and gold. Electronic watches are equipped with various functions and features that modern children need. The device can be used as a primitive phone and a sports bracelet.What is: vibration, the ability to answer and view SMS, 2G Internet, accelerometer, GPS and micro SIM. An ideal option for parents: they can track where the child is at any time.

Specifications:

Type of:	smart
Platform Compatibility:	Android, iOS, Windows, OSX
Dimensions (centimeters):	3,6/5,7/1,3
Net weight:	44 g
Dial Shape:	rectangular
Wrist circumference:	15-21 cm
Screen:	OLED
Diagonal:	1.06 inches
Interfaces:	WiFi
Battery:	Li-Ion, non-removable
Material:	plastic, silicone
Battery capacity:	370 mAh
Expected time:	70 hours
Charging time:	2 hours
Average price:	not specified

• Novelty;
• Bracelet adjustment;
• Back call;
• A voice message;
• The sensor of removal from the hand, if the watch suddenly slipped off the wrist;
• Location;
• Ability to view the history of the movement of the child;
• Emergency button;
• Notification of leaving the permitted zone;
• Modern design.

• Not revealed yet.

Smart "Baby Watch Q50"

To whom: for a student of any gender.

A good model for the child and his parents. The watch can replace the phone, as it is equipped with a SIM card. The battery charge is enough to attend school or sports activities. Thanks to the "Location" function, parents can track where their child is at any time, in addition, you can find out about the history of the child's movement or remotely listen to him.

For sports interests, there are: a pedometer, an accelerometer, tracking sleep and calories.

Thanks to the “removal from the hand” sensor, the child will not lose the watch, and in case of danger, he can use the SOS button. If parents are worried about the safety of the offspring on the playground, then you can set a valid zone, in case of crossing its border, the clock will notify you with a notification.

Specifications:

Type of:	smart
What are they made of:	plastic, silicone
Link with:	Android, iOS
Display:	OLED, monochrome
Diagonal:	0.96 inch
Dimensions (centimeters):	3,3/5,2/1,2
Power type:	Li-Ion built-in
Battery capacity:	400 mAh
Delay period:	100 hours
In intensive work:	6 hours
By price:	1550 rubles

• Moisture protection;
• The strap is adjustable;
• Lifetime subscription to the Find My Kids app;
• Screen with backlight;
• Variety of colors;
• Phone replacement;
• Bright design;
• Inexpensive;
• Hold tightly on the wrist.

• Not identified.

U7

Who: Children and teenagers

Wristwatch in three colors: black, blue and beige. More suitable for boys because of their "brutal" design. The device works with iOS and Android, has its own SIM card. As for parental functions, they are identical to the Baby Watch Q50 model. The device is equipped with a calorie monitoring system, as well as an accelerometer, an alarm clock and a pedometer.

Specifications:

Type of:	digital
Dimensions (centimeters):	3,9/5,7/1,6
The weight:	31 grams
Water protection class:	IP67
Diagonal:	1.44 inches
Permission:	240x240
Number of PPIs:	236
Mobile Internet:	2G
Battery capacity:	450 mAh
Active mode:	4 hours
Waiting time:	96 hours

• Multi-colored screen;
• Button-sensor;
• Possibility to record a voice message;
• Vibration;
• Big screen;
• GPS and Wi-Fi;
• You can wear a watch on your wrist while swimming in the pool;
• At night, the screen is illuminated;
• Modern design;
• Functional.

• The cost is not specified;
• They are waiting for the exit.

Popular models of women's sports watches

The best watch models have joined the list of leaders in the following categories:

• Sports (for any kind of occupation) from the company "CASIO";
• For fitness from the company "KingWear";
• The manufacturer "MICHAEL KORS" offers watches for sports and wearing for any event;
• Lenovo introduces a classic women's watch for fitness and daily wear;
• The choice of buyers from the company "Apple Watch".

CASIO "BABY-G BSA-B100-4A2"

Purpose: for standard and water sports, active life.

Women's watches of electronic and mechanical type with a central second hand. The hands of the dial indicate the time, the display shows: date, month, day of the week. The shock-resistant case of the device can be in any color, so that any customer will like it.

For sports: going to fitness and swimming in the pool are quite suitable. Water protection includes showering, diving, but scuba diving is prohibited. In addition, the watch can study physical activity, count steps, and keep track of time. You can use the timer and accelerometer.

Specifications:

Type of:	quartz
The form:	a circle
Material:	metal, plastic, polymer
Water protection:	WR 100
Glass:	mineral
Screen:	monochrome
Interface:	Bluetooth version 4.0
Dimensions (centimeters):	4,14/4,96/1,26
The weight:	35 grams
Time display:	analog, digital
Device Compatibility:	Android, iOS
By cost:	7200 rubles

• The arrows and the screen light up;
• Dual LED backlight;
• World time;
• The minimum set of functions;
• There is a chronograph;
• A lot of color solutions;
• Unshaven coating;
• Shockproof and waterproof;
• For any sport and everyday life.

• Not identified.

Watch KingWear KW10

The device is in a rugged housing with water and dust protection. It is equipped with all the necessary functions necessary for monitoring women's health:

• Assesses the quality of sleep;
• Counts calories;
• Monitors daily activity;
• Checks the pulse;
• Monitors sports modes;
• Gives reminders with an alarm clock.

Specifications:

Type of:	smart
Work with devices:	Android 5.0, iOS 8
Diameter:	3.8 cm
Protection:	IP68
Battery capacity:	220 mAh
Diagonal:	0.96 inch
What is:	GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, anti-lost
PPI:	250
Permission:	240x198
Material:	stainless steel
Number of splash screens:	5 pieces.
Average cost:	3800 rubles

• Stylish design;
• There is a vibration
• Capabilities;
• Change of dials;
• Any strap size;
• The minimum set of functions;
• Can replace any fitness tracker;
• durable;
• Convex glass - additional elegance;
• Suitable for any outfit.

• Not detected.

MICHAEL KORS "Access Runway (silicone)"

Women's workout watch that works with Android 4.4 and iOS 9. There are many features, but some of them are only available for Android. What is: GPS, all kinds of interfaces inherent in new generation gadgets; standard form of answers and views of calls and messages; calorie counting and physical activity; built-in heart rate monitor, gyroscope and accelerometer.There is a water protection that allows you to take a shower and swim in the pool without removing the watch from your hand. From the standard set - a stopwatch.

Appearance description: stainless steel case, equipped with a round dial. It contains several electronic scoreboards responsible for certain clock readings. On the side of the frame there are three buttons of the "manual winding" type. The display itself is touch-sensitive, with backlight, which allows you to take readings even in poor lighting conditions. The strap may be of a different color, made of silicone. It is adjustable and fits snugly to the hand. The design of the watch allows you to wear it with any women's outfit.

Specifications:

Diameter:	4.1 cm
Protection class:	WR50
Diagonal:	1.19 inches
Permission:	390 by 390
PPI:	328
Processor type:	Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100
Memory:	4 GB/512 MB
Battery capacity:	300 mAh
Works in active mode:	enough for a day
Charging:	2 hours
By price:	28000 rubles

• Voice control;
• Removable cradle;
• Design;
• Hold a charge for a long time;
• Functional;
• Large numbers;
• Recharge quickly;
• Big screen;
• For all occasions;
• Build quality.

• Expensive.

Lenovo "Watch X"

This model is only equipped with Bluetooth version 5.0 LE, compatible with Android and iOS. Of the possibilities: setting vibration, controlling the camera of a smartphone, setting an alarm clock, measuring blood pressure. As for notifications, they are standard when it comes to incoming calls and SMS. Additionally - a reminder of the lack of physical activity.A complete suite of monitoring suite plus sensors: pulse measurement, accelerometer, gyroscope, gravity and geomagnetic.

The case is durable stainless steel. The strap is textile in black. Impact-resistant sapphire glass.

Specifications:

Type of:	smart
Dimensions (centimeters):	diameter - 4.25, height - 1.22
Screen:	OLED, 1.5 inch
Battery:	600 mAh
Waiting time:	1080 hours
Connector:	own
Time display:	digital, analog
The weight:	81 g
By price:	4500 rubles

• Smartphone search function;
• Bracelet adjustment;
• The strength of the device;
• Appearance;
• With moisture protection;
• The model is resistant to physical damage;
• Capabilities;
• backlight;
• Inexpensive;
• List of functions.

• Not identified.

Apple Watch Case with Sport Band

For whom: active people, athletes

The model is equipped with many features and capabilities. Works with only one platform. Due to the amount of memory and long work in active mode, 1-2 days are enough for business and sports people. Wireless charging makes it easy to restore power. You can call from them only through a gadget, such as a tablet or phone.

For women, the body of the device can be anything: white, black or beige, for men - white or black, but the second option is more suitable.

Comes with a spare pair of silicone straps. The watch can even be worn while taking a shower or swimming in the pool, but it is not advisable to dive with it.

As for the features, all the standard monitoring and sensor functions are included here, but with an expanded list.A gyroscope, altimeter, light sensor, ECG (not available to everyone) appeared, you can constantly measure the pulse. Receiving messages and replying to them, like other smartwatch models.

Specifications:

Parameters (centimeters):	3,8/4,4/1,07
Material:	aluminium, ceramic
The weight:	36.7 grams
Screen:	sensory
Navigation:	GPS, GLONASS
Interfaces:	Bluetooth version 5.0, Wi-Fi, NFC
Strap adjustment:	14-21 cm
Water protection class:	WR50
Work in active mode:	18 hours
Battery:	Li-Ion built-in
Processor with two cores:	Apple S4
Built-in memory:	16 GB
Stand:	27680 rubles

• Competent work with notifications;
• You can set several watch faces: for example, weather + date;
• Accuracy of measurements;
• Lungs;
• Equipment;
• Multifunctional;
• Contactless payment for purchases;
• Holds a charge for a long time;
• Display;
• Design;
• Comfortable;
• nimble;
• There is an application "Radio";
• Wireless charger;
• The speakers are loud;
• Universal watch: women and men.

• Glass is easily scratched;
• Quality of uploaded photos;
• ECG is only available for the US;
• Activation of the wet protection mode before immersion in water.

Conclusion

The review was made up of sports watches that are relevant this year. The entire list of devices is divided into three categories: men's, women's and children's. The main feature of adult models is a huge set of functions and capabilities; for the children's series - a package of services for parents to control their child at a distance. According to buyers, the best watches for sports and outdoor activities are:

• Men - Samsung "Galaxy Watch Active" (12,800 rubles);
• Women - Apple Watch "Case with Sport Band" (27680 rubles);
• Child - Smart "Baby Watch Q50" (1550 rubles).

The same devices can be purchased from Ali Express, they will be budget, but this may affect the quality.

The best manufacturers are not only world-famous companies, but also little-known companies that, in terms of the quality of their products, are not inferior to market leaders.

In order not to make mistakes when choosing a sports watch, you need to thoroughly study the technical properties and study the reviews of the owners.