Question Android Watch Recommendation

[NT1978]

Greetings,

I have an older Galaxy Watch Classic that is not keeping its charge well and am looking to upgrade to a new watch. I have done some research but would appreciate input from others who may have more experience with current Android watches on the market. Here are my must haves with a new watch:

1. Accurate step counting and fitness tracking.
2. Strong Battery Life
3. Comfortable to wear
4. Ability to get call or text alerts from my Galaxy 25 phone.
5. Durability of watch face...meaning either raised bezel or ability to add strong screen protector.

I have been considering the Galaxy 8, Venu 3 or 4 or the OnePlus 3. I am curious of everyone's thoughts on which of these watches best meets my must haves and if there are others I should also consider.

 

[CParsons]

Personally, I use the One Plus Watch 2R and it has been one of the best smartwatches I have used to date and it was cheap, so it's perhaps not a stretch to suggest the One Plus Watch 3. But other than that, I don't have experience with the others.

 

[NT1978]

Ok thanks for your input...appreciated.

 

[LordVile]

Depends on your budget, garmin make a few good ones

 

[graysonthomas]

I’ve been using the Garmin Forerunner 165 for a few months now, and it’s honestly been one of the most useful gadgets I’ve owned. I started out just wanting something to help me track my runs, but it’s turned into more of an everyday companion. The screen is clear and colorful, and I can actually read it in sunlight, which is rare for a lot of watches. What surprised me most is how detailed the training and recovery info is ,it doesn’t just tell me how far or fast I ran, but how I’m doing overall and when I should take it easy. The GPS locks in fast, and I’ve found it super accurate on all my usual routes. Battery life has been solid too; I usually charge it once every few days and don’t have to think about it much. It’s lightweight enough that I forget I’m even wearing it. If you’ve been looking for a running watch that also fits well into day-to-day life, this one’s been working great for me. I have been using this specific version