Do you dream of owning a cool smartwatch but cringe at the high price tags? You see everyone tapping away on their sleek wrist gadgets, wishing you could join the fun without emptying your wallet. It feels like the best tech always costs a fortune, right?
Finding a truly great, inexpensive smartwatch is tough. Many cheap options look clunky or stop working after just a few weeks. You worry about wasting money on something that won’t track your steps right or connect to your phone properly. It’s frustrating trying to balance good features with a budget that actually works for you.
This post cuts through the noise. We have tested the top budget-friendly smartwatches available right now. You will learn exactly which models offer the best features—like long battery life and accurate fitness tracking—without breaking the bank. Get ready to discover your perfect affordable wrist companion.
Top Inexpensive Smartwatch Recommendations
Bestseller No. 1
Smart Watch for Men Women(Answer/Make Calls), 2026 New 1.85" HD Smartwatch, Fitness Tracker with 110+ Sport Modes, IP68 Waterproof, Heart Rate/Sleep/Step Monitor, Activity Tracker for Android iOS
- Bluetooth Call and Message Alerts: Smart watch is equipped with HD speaker, after connecting to your smartphone via bluetooth, you can answer or make calls, view call history and store contacts through directly use the smartwatch. The smartwatches also provides notifications of social media messages (WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram usw.) So that you will never miss any important information.
- 1.85" Big Screen: Smart watch for men women is equipped with a 320*380 extra-large hd full touch color screen, delivering exceptional picture quality and highly responsive touch sensitivity, which can bring you a unique visual and better interactive experience, lock screen and wake up easily by raising your wrist. Though “Gloryfit” app, you can download more than 102 free personalised watch faces and set it as your desktop for fitness tracker.
- 24/7 Heart Rate Monitor and Sleep Tracker Monitor: The fitness tracker watch for men has a built-in high-performance sensor that can record our heart rate changes in real time. Monitor your heart rate 26 hours a day and keep an eye on your health. Synchronize to the mobile phone app"Gloryfit", you can understand your sleep status(deep /light /wakeful sleep) by fitness tracker watch develop a better sleep habit and a healthier lifestyle.
- IP68 waterproof and 110+ Sports Modes: The fitness tracker provides up to 112+ sports modes, covering running, cycling, walking, basketball, yoga, football and so on. Activity trackers bracelets meet the waterproof requirements for most sports enthusiasts' daily activities, such as washing hands or exercising in the rain, meeting daily needs (note: Do not recommended for use in hot water or seawater.)
- Multifunction and Compatibility: This step counter watch also has many useful functions, such as weather forecast, music control, sedentary reminder, stopwatch, alarm clock, timer, track female cycle, screen light time, find phone etc. The smart watch with 2 hrs of charging, 5-7 days of normal use and about 30 days of standby time. This smart watches for women/man compatible with ios 9.0 and android 6.2 and above devices.
Bestseller No. 2
Smart Watch for Women Men,(Answer/Make Call) 1.83'' Fitness Activity Tracker Smartwatch for Android iPhone iOS Compatible,IP68 Waterproof Step Counter Watch with Sleep Monitor, 2 Traps
- 1.83'' HD Display with Customizable Watch Faces: Featuring a vibrant 1.83-inch TFT LCD (550 nits brightness), this smart watch delivers clear visibility even in sunlight. Personalize your style with 150+ preloaded watch faces or upload your favorite photos to create a unique look
- 112+ Sports Modes & IP68 Waterproof: Track your fitness journey with 112+ specialized sports modes, from running and hiking to cycling and beyond. The IP68 waterproof design keeps your smartwatch protected during workouts or daily use—rain or shine
- Enhanced Bluetooth Connectivity: Featuring advanced Bluetooth 5.3 technology, this smart watch for women men ensures crystal-clear call quality, extended wireless range, and ultra-low power consumption. Never miss an important moment—enjoy instant vibration alerts for calls, messages, and app notifications (Whats App, Facebook, SMS, Instagram, and more). Stay seamlessly connected with reliable, stable performance
- 24/7 Activity Tracking: Monitor your steps, distance, calories burned, and sleep patterns effortlessly. Sync data to the companion app for daily progress updates and personalized insights to optimize your fitness journey
- Universal Compatibility & Extended Battery Life: This smart watch pairs effortlessly with both Android phones and iPhone, supporting iOS 9.0+ and Android 6.0+, . Enjoy up to 7 days of regular use or an impressive 30 days on standby with just a 2.5-hour charge—keeping you connected longer with fewer interruptions
Bestseller No. 3
Smart Watch for Men Women Compatible with iPhone Samsung Android Phone 1.83 inch Full Touch Screen IP68 Waterproof Bluetooh Fitness Tracker Heart Rate/Sleep Monitor, Black
- 【IP68 Waterproof Multifunctinal Smart Watch】Torjalph fitness activity tracker smart watch is IP68 waterproof technology ,you can wear it when swimming,handwashing,it's rain-proof which means that you perform multiple exercise modes outside without worrying about sweat or rain corroding your fitness smart watch,and this watch equipped with a 230 mAh large capacity battery magnetic charging ,and this sports activity tracker watch can be used 5-7 days If fully charged.
- 【Larger 1.83'' Full Screen Watch & Multi-dial Selection】1.83 inch full HD color touch screen smart watch for men / women provides excellent 240*284 resolution image quality ,This Bluetooth smart watch offers a better touch experience and remarkable immersion and ,more than 200 watch faces for you to choose from App"Da Fit ", you can change the dial style according to your mood to wear keeping the world on your wrist
- 【Accurate Activity Tracker Smart Watch 】sports watch activity tracker uses sweat and dust resistant breathable silicone strap, our Fitness Tracker Smart Watch for Android iOS Phones supports 12 sports modes,walking,running,bicycle,swimming,badminton,basketball,football,rope skipping. This bluetooth calls smart watch for men women is lightweight and stylish, bringing more convenient and relaxing sports experience while also providing more protection.
- 【Your 24 Hour Personal Daily Health Monitor】Fitness watch for women men full touch screen IP67 waterproof bluetooth smartwatch for Android iOS Phones with heart rate blood pressure monitor multifunction Andriod smart watch with steps counter sleep monitor sports fitness watch, monitoring blood oxygen saturation allows you to understand your physical condition in real time to track fitness progress ,to know your health status in time.
- 【More Functions Bluetooth Call Smart Watch】This fitness activity smart watch full screen for iPhone and Android phones includes a bunch of new features including:The bluetooth smart watch can hang up the phone, receive and display WhatsAPP /Text /Facebook /Twitter /Messenger reminder.Support sedentary reminder, alarm clock, stopwatch, timer,weather information,music control, remote camera control compatible with Android 5.0 and above or iOS 9.0 and above smartphones.
Bestseller No. 4
Smart Watch for Men Women, 1.85" TFT-Touch Screen Smartwatch with Call Function, 112 Sport Modes, Fitness Tracker with 24/7 Heart Rate/Sleep Monitor, IP68 Waterproof, Fitness Watch for Android/iOS
- 1.85" Touch Screen and Call Functionality: Smartwatch features a 1.85" TFT-color touch screen, providing you with a high-quality visual experience. You can choose from a variety of pre-installed watch faces or even customize your own using your favorite photos in the app. With the ability to make and receive calls directly from your fitness watch, you can dial the phone number on the screen to answer the call. In addition, you can also view your call history directly on the activity tracker.
- Take Control of Your Health: The HR sensor of smart watch offers accurate and effective heart rate monitoring, allowing you to make informed decisions about your health and adjust your lifestyle accordingly. Additionally, sleep tracking function records your deep, light, and awake sleeps preeplepis patterns to provide you a com quality, helping you make adjustments to your lifestyle for better rest. With our fitness smart watch, you can become healthier and lead a more fulfilling life.
- Multitude of Sport Modes: Our sport watch offers 112 different exercise modes. You can use it for outdoor activities like hiking or cycling, or indoor sports like yoga or aerobics. From basketball and football to yoga and Pilates, whether you're a serious athlete or just trying to stay in shape, the smart watches for women man allows you to monitor your heart rate, distance, speed, and calorie burn in real time. With our digital watch, you can track your progress and achieve your fitness goals.
- Long Battery Life and IP68 Waterproof Rating: Sport watches for men boasts excellent waterproof performance with IP68 rating, providing superior waterproofing capabilities in any environment (excluding seawater or prolonged exposure to hot water). Its unique magnetic charging design allows for a full charge in 1.5-2H. Once fully charged, it can last up to 7days. With its outstanding performance, this pedometer watch is an excellent tool that can provide reliable support in both work and leisure.
- Reliable Companion: This smart fitness watch is not only stylish but also has pedometer, heart rate monitor, weather updates. It's the perfect companion for your daily routine. You can also get notifications for calls and messages from apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and more, it is your ultimate personal assistant. Smart watch waterproof also comes equipped with a remote music and camera controller, sedentary reminders, alarm clock, stopwatch, and find your phone feature.
Bestseller No. 5
Smart Watch for Men Women SmartWatch 1.83" for iPhone Samsung Android Phone Compatible, Fitness Tracker Watch with Pedometer, Heart Rate/Sleep Monitor, Blood Oxygen, IP68 Waterproof
- Heart Rate and Fitness Tracker: This mans womens watch includes more practical functions, Fitness Tracker watch (Pedometer, Calories, Distance), Heart Rate Monitor, Pressure Monitor, Sleep Monitor, Music & Camera Control, Weather Display, Sedentary Reminder, Alarm Clock, Stopwatch.
- Smart Notificatio: Smart watch for android phones will remind you when your smartphone receives notification, SMS and APP messages (WhatsAPP, Facebook, Messenger, Instagram) so you don't miss every message.
- 1.83 Inch Full Touch Screen: This smart watch for android compatible features a 1.83 inch TFT-LCD color display for outstanding HD quality. Zinc alloy case and silicone strap, make you more comfortable to wear. You can choose from140 + personalized watch faces, or set your favorite photo from your phone as a watch face.
- 24 Hours Health Monitoring: This smart watch for man women features real-time heart rate monitoring,pressure monitoring, exercise recording and sleep monitoring, accurately records all-day activities such as steps, calories burned a fitness watch to monitor your health at all times.
- IP68 Waterproof: This activity trackers and smartwatche is designed with IP68 waterproof rating, so you can have no worries when washing your hands or swimming in the pool.At the same time, this fitness trackers for women man has 8 sports modes include walking, running. cycling, skipping, badminton, basketball, football, swimming.
Bestseller No. 6
Smart Watch, 1.85" HD Smartwatch for Men Women (Answer/Make Calls), Fitness Watch with Heart Rate/Sleep/IP68 Waterproof/120+ Sports Modes, Pedometer, Android Smart Watch for Android iOS (Black)
- Bluetooth Call and Voice Assistant: Smart watch built-in microphone and HD speaker, you can make and receive calls directly from this smart watches for men. You can also use the built-in voice assistant to ask questions, control music playback and more
- 1.85'' HD Screen and DIY Dials: Android smart watch features a TFT HD color screen and curved 3D curved glass for superior picture quality and touch sensitivity. You can also choose from 100+ dials or personalize the dial with your favorite photos
- 24 Hour Health Monitoring: The built-in sensor of the smart watches for women has been upgraded, which is faster and more powerful in monitoring heart rate, blood oxygen and sleep, and provides a comprehensive sleep quality analysis (non-medical standard)
- 120+ Sports Modes: Active Fitness Tracker monitors over 120 activities including walking, running, cycling, swimming, yoga and more. Receive real-time stats directly on your wrist and record your stats in the "Da Fit" app
- Message Notification: Smart watch can receive SMS other social media message notifications such as Text, Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, X and other apps. Opens the "Da Fit" app message push settings to get the latest news(can’t send messages）
Bestseller No. 7
Smart Watch, Smartwatches for Men Women, 1.85" HD Fitness Tracker (Answer/Make Calls), 120+ Sport Modes, Heart Rate/Sleep Monitor, IP68 Waterproof Fitness Watch, Smartwatch for Android iOS (Pink)
- Bluetooth Calling and Message Viewing: Smart watches for men features bluetooth version 5.3 for faster connectivity. You can make/receive calls with the built-in microphone and speaker. You can also receive and view message notifications through the watch
- 1.85” HD Display and DIY Watch Face: Smart watch has 1.85 inch high definition screen allows you to have a different visual enjoyment. This smart watches has the ability to customize the watch face. You can create one what you like
- 24/7 All-round Health Monitoring: Fitness tracker has 24/7 all-around health monitoring, tracking your health data in real time through precise sensors. You can always know your physical condition and adjust your lifestyle habits based on the data
- 120+ Sports Modes: Sports watch supports more than 120+ sports modes, including running, walking, hiking, badminton, basketball, rowing, hiking, cycling, fitness, football. Swimming, yoga, etc
- IP68 Waterproof: The with an IP68 waterproof rating, this smartwatch ensures worry free use even when washing your hands, face or sweating (Not: not suitable for prolonged immersion in water)
Bestseller No. 8
Smart Watch with Alexa Built-in, 1.83" HD Touchscreen Fitness Tracker with Bluetooth Calling, Fitness Watch with Heart Rate/Sleep Monitor, 120+ Sports Modes, IP68 Waterproof Smartwatch for Android iOS
- Bluetooth 5.3 Call and Message Notification: Cillso smart watch features an advanced single-chip processor and sensitive microphone, enabling direct call making and answering. When you enable the "VeryFit" App to receive messages, notifications will be displayed on the smartwatch. Get all your messages and notifications (Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, Linkedin,Skype etc.) sent straight to your smartwatch with intuitive customizable vibrations
- Built-in Alexa Voice Control: This smartwatch integrates Amazon Alexa's intelligent voice assistant, delivering a comprehensive hands-free experience directly from your wrist. Simply speak commands to instantly access news, weather, and calendar updates, set reminders, control smart home devices, and manage music playback. This full suite of voice-activated functionalities streamlines daily routines, enhances multitasking efficiency, and keeps your hands free for the moments that matter most.
- 1.83" HD Display and Personalized Customization: IDW26 smart watches for women men feature a 1.83-inch HDdisplay paired with 3D tempered glass, boasting a resolution of up to 320×385 for excellent image quality and high touch sensitivity. The 4-level adjustable brightness ensures clear visibility even under bright sunlight. Through the "VeryFit" app, users gain access to over 130 stylish watch faces and the ability to create custom designs, allowing for personalized expression
- 120+ Sport Modes and IP68 Waterproof: Fitness tracker supports 120+ professional sport modes, covering diverse indoor/outdoor activities like running, cycling, and soccer to suit all fitness levels. Equipped with high-precision sensors, fitness watch accurately tracks steps, distance, calories burned, and workout duration to help analyze performance and optimize training plans. With an IP68 rating, it's resistant to sweat, rain, and handwashing (Not for swimming or hot showers)
- All-Day Health Monitoring: Android smart watch is equipped with a high-precision optical sensor that supports 24h real-time heart rate monitoring, helping you stay informed about your physical condition. It also intelligently analyzes sleep quality, accurately identifying deep sleep, light sleep, and awake phases to help improve your sleep habits. Paired with its dedicated app, you can view long-term health trends and receive personalized insights to gradually develop a healthier lifestyle
The Smart Buy: Your Inexpensive Smartwatch Buying Guide
You want a smartwatch, but you do not want to spend a lot of money. That is smart shopping! Inexpensive smartwatches offer great features without emptying your wallet. This guide helps you pick the best budget-friendly watch.
Key Features to Look For
Even cheap watches pack in useful tools. Focus on these core features:
- Fitness Tracking: Make sure it counts your steps, tracks your heart rate, and monitors sleep. These are the basics for health.
- Notifications: The watch must connect to your phone. It should show you texts, calls, and app alerts easily.
- Battery Life: Look for a watch that lasts at least 3 to 5 days on a single charge. Long battery life saves you hassle.
- Water Resistance: A rating like IP67 means the watch can handle sweat and rain. It is not meant for swimming, but it offers good protection.
Design and Materials Matter
The materials used affect how long your watch lasts and how it looks.
Display Quality
Most budget watches use an LCD screen. They are clear in bright light. Higher quality inexpensive models might offer AMOLED screens, which show deeper blacks. Always check the screen size; it must fit your wrist comfortably.
Strap and Body
Most straps use silicone or TPU (a type of soft plastic). These materials are durable and sweat-proof, which is perfect for exercise. The watch body is usually plastic. Plastic keeps the watch light, but it can scratch more easily than metal.
Factors That Affect Quality
Not all cheap watches perform the same. Watch out for these quality factors:
- App Support: Does the watch work well with a popular fitness app? Poorly supported watches often have inaccurate data. Good apps make the watch much more useful.
- Connectivity Stability: Does the Bluetooth connection frequently drop? A stable connection ensures you get all your notifications right away.
- Accuracy of Sensors: Read reviews about the heart rate sensor. Some cheaper sensors are not very accurate during intense workouts.
User Experience and Use Cases
Think about how you plan to use your new watch. This helps narrow down your choices.
For the Casual User
If you only need step counting and call alerts, almost any budget watch works well. Simplicity is key here. You want a watch that connects fast and stays connected.
For the Fitness Beginner
If you start exercising, you need reliable tracking. Focus on watches with good step accuracy and basic workout modes (like running or walking). Do not expect advanced features like built-in GPS on the cheapest models; you might need to carry your phone for accurate distance mapping.
Remember, an inexpensive smartwatch is a great entry point. It gives you the essential smart features without the high price tag.
10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Inexpensive Smartwatches
Q: Can I use an inexpensive smartwatch without a smartphone?
A: Not really. These watches need a smartphone (Android or iPhone) to set up, receive notifications, and sync health data. They act as an extension of your phone.
Q: Are cheap smartwatches safe to wear in the rain?
A: Check the IP rating. IP67 means it resists splashes and sweat. Avoid swimming unless the watch specifically says it has a higher water resistance rating (like 5ATM).
Q: How long does the battery usually last on budget models?
A: Most budget watches last between three and seven days. Heavy use of features like always-on displays or constant heart rate monitoring shortens this time significantly.
Q: Do these watches track GPS accurately?
A: Most budget watches do not have built-in GPS. They use your phone’s GPS. If you leave your phone behind during a run, the distance tracking will be less accurate.
Q: Will a cheap watch receive all my phone notifications?
A: Yes, it usually receives standard alerts like texts and calls. However, some very cheap models struggle with rich media notifications, like showing photos in texts.
Q: What is the biggest downside to buying a very cheap watch?
A: The biggest downside is usually sensor accuracy (especially heart rate) and slower software performance. Things might lag a little bit when you swipe through menus.
Q: Can I change the watch face on budget smartwatches?
A: Yes. Most budget watches allow you to choose from a few pre-set faces or download new ones through the companion app.
Q: Are the materials used for the straps comfortable?
A: Silicone straps are generally very comfortable and flexible for daily wear and workouts. They are easy to clean, too.
Q: Do I need to pay a monthly fee to use the features?
A: No. The core tracking and notification features are free. Some apps might push premium subscription services, but the watch itself does not require payment to function.
Q: How do I know if the watch will fit my wrist?
A: Look at the strap length listed in the specifications. Inexpensive watches usually have long, adjustable straps that fit most average adult wrists well.