Best Smartwatch for 2022 – CNET [CNET]

The wearable segment offers a bunch of great smartwatches. As a result, it could be hard to choose the best smartwatch for your wrist. These come in different shapes and sizes. Moreover, you need to make sure that the smartwatch you are choosing works with your smartphone. For instance, an Apple Watch works best with an iPhone. Some smartwatches act as a true second screen for your phone by pushing smart notifications, letting you respond to messages or take calls on the go. But if you want something fitness-focused, there are a lot of options for you too. 

But that only scratches the surface. Most smartwatches should feature heart rate monitoring, activity tracking, sleep tracking, GPS tracking and smartphone notifications on your wrist. Many support contactless payments and others have LTE or cellular connectivity, so you really can leave your phone at home.

We’ve rounded up the top smartwatches you can buy in 2022 based on function, price and compatibility to help you decide which is the best smartwatch for you. This list is updated periodically with new reviews of the best smartwatch options.

Read more: The Best Budget Smartwatches Under $100

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