Smart Watches

An Android smartwatch can retail for several hundred dollars depending on the model and brand. Android smartwatches running Wear OS by Google are priced from as low as around $200 and can easily climb to $500 or more. Buying a used model directly from another Swappa user can often mean substantial savings.

Android smartwatches will work with an Apple iPhone. Watches running Wear OS by Google will work with an iPhone provided it is running iOS 10.0 or later. The option to use an Android smartwatch with an iPhone opens a number of options, but in some cases, users will find the features are limited when using an Android smartwatch with an Apple iPhone.

For some users, an Android smartwatch serves as an extension of their smartphone by using features such as getting notifications for text messages and phone calls or replying to messages directly from your wrist. However, Android smartwatches offer much more in terms of functionality. Features can vary from model to model, but common features include GPS location tracking for exercise, daily step counting, calendar notifications, listening to music, quick access to Google Assistant, and making payments with Google Pay.

An Android smartwatch can retail for several hundred dollars depending on the model and brand. Android smartwatches running Wear OS by Google are priced from as low as around $200 and can easily climb to $500 or more. Buying a used model directly from another Swappa user can often mean substantial savings.

Android smartwatches are made by a variety of different companies, which can make it a little tricky to choose the absolute best. You can find Android smartwatches from Motorola, Samsung, Fossil, LG, and more. These companies all have different Android smartwatches and you will find models designed for style, everyday wear, working out, and even battery life. You should take note of your specific needs when looking for the best Android smartwatch.

Samsung currently offers three smartwatch models; the Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active, and the Galaxy Watch Active2. These smartwatches are all water-resistant to 50 meters per ISO standard 22810:2010. The Galaxy watch can be submerged in water, but Samsung states the device should not be exposed to fast-flowing water and should be rinsed with fresh water if used in saltwater or chlorinated water.

Galaxy watch retail pricing for the Galaxy Watch begins at $260, at $180 for the Galaxy Watch Active, and at $250 for the Galaxy Watch Active2. However, buying a used model directly from another Swappa user means you can get a cheaper price.

The Galaxy watch will work with an iPhone, however, some features will be limited and/or unavailable. Samsung has said iPhone users will not be able to reply to messages from their watch, and that some S Health features and some Samsung device-only features such as Samsung Pay will be unavailable. Additionally, when paired with an iPhone, a Galaxy watch can only download free apps and Watch-specific apps from the Samsung Galaxy Apps store. The Samsung Galaxy watch can be paired with the iPhone 5 or newer and running iOS 9.0 or later.

A smartwatch is a small computer that is worn on your wrist. As a basic feature, a smartwatch is able to show the time, similar to a traditional watch. Along with the time, a smartwatch gets added functionality once it is connected to a phone using Bluetooth, or to a cellular network for use without a phone. Smartwatch features can vary based on the specific models, but common features and functionality include receiving calls, text message and email alerts, using maps for directions, tracking workout activity, tracking health activity, and listening to music. The most common smartwatch is the Apple Watch. You can also find smartwatches that run WearOS by Google, and others such as the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 that are based on Samsung’s Tizen operating system.