These are the best smartwatches for men

Generally speaking, smartwatches are made for and can be worn by adults regardless of gender. As with their analogue counterparts though, different styles of smartwatch are often marketed as being a better fit for men or women respectively.

While some of these potential cosmetic differences can be altered with things like swappable smartwatch bands or watch faces, others are set in stone. For many consumers, the most significant consideration is the size of the watch case relative and the length of the band, both relative to the size of your wrist.

Irrespective of what gender you identify as though, a smartwatch can also do more these days than just offering another way to see what that phone vibration in your pocket meant.

That said, if you are in the market for something that matches the idea in your head of what a men's smartwatch looks like then the good news is that you've got ample options. You can nab a cheap one for under $200, a solid mid-range option around the $500 mark or you can go all out and spend $1,300 or more on a high-end wearable.

When it comes to the best of the best smartwatches, our favor lies elsewhere. However, if you're looking for one that ticks a few more of the more specific boxes associated with traditional men's watches, then the Garmin Venu 3 comes out on top.

It's reasonably priced (at least comparatively), works with iPhone and Android mobiles, and has lots of features and excellent battery life. It's a versatile smartwatch boasts up to 14 days of battery life, which is great for getting off the radar without needing a charger.

As for features, there’s a suite of health-tracking tools and sports apps with health data that don’t need a subscription to get meaningful results. It helps that this Garmin smartwatch is also lightweight and comfortable, too. For alternatives, consider the other options below or the similarly priced Apple Watch Series 9 if you’re an iPhone user, the Suunto 9 Peak or Huawei Watch D for a cross-platform smartwatch or the Google Pixel Watch 2 for Android.

Like smartphones, you don’t have to spend thousands to own a decent smartwatch. That's part of why we rate the Fitbit Charge 6 as our current reigning champ for the best smartwatch you can buy when it comes to overall value.

If you're in the market for a men's smartwatch, this one is a great starting point for those looking to dabble in smartwatch-ery without paying hundreds (or more). It works with Android mobiles (Android 9.0 or newer) and iPhones (iOS 15 or newer), so there are no ecosystem disclaimers.

The Charge 6 sports a physical home button, a comfy design that’s actually built for use during sweaty activities and a decent AMOLED screen. While some of the deeper features are paywalled, the basics can help with health and sleep tracking, plus comfortably handling other expected smartwatch functionality.

For cheap alternatives, consider the cheaper asking prices for the Oppo Watch Free, RealMe Watch S or the Mobvoi TicWatch GTH Pro.

If you’re an iPhone-for-life user, or at least, happy to stick in the iOS ecosystem for now, you’re going to want an Apple Watch. The Apple Watch SE Gen 2 is a relatively affordable way to pair an iPhone with a fully compatible smartwatch.

Sure, it’s not as feature-stuffed as the mainline Apple Watch Series or Watch Ultra lines, but it’s a good place to start if you’re new to the wonderful world of wearables. There’s a multipurpose dial for basic controls or an intuitive touchscreen system. Use it for basic second-screen notifications and basic interactions, or dig deeper and link it with Apple Health and/or Apple Fitness apps for greater smartwatch versatility.

Alternatively, consider a comparatively priced older-model Apple Watch Series 6 (or newer), or spend more on the Apple Watch Series 9 or Apple Watch Ultra (or the newer second-gen model).

There are several Apple Watch models available for upfront costs or via payment plans with Optus, Vodafone and Telstra. Check out popular SIM-only plans from Vodafone, Telstra and Optus below.

Sure, there are newer Galaxy Watches, but the current reigning champ of the Pro line is the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

It’s a great Android smartwatch, even if that’s at the expense of iPhone support and some tricky tinkering to unlock full functionality if you use a non-Samsung Android phone. Gripes aside, the Galaxy Watch 5 has a couple of physical buttons for basic controls to complement the gorgeous Super AMOLED touchscreen. Save money with a Bluetooth model or splash out on an LTE version that supports standalone cellular. Either option offers great health, fitness and sleep features, including TGA-approved blood-pressure monitoring, which is a convenient way to replace expensive, bulky equipment.

For Samsung alternatives, consider the cheaper Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 or the pricier Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra. The Google Pixel Watch is another viable alternative for those who prefer Pixel phones over Samsung ones.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro (and other Galaxy smartwatches) are available for purchase from Telstra, Optus and Vodafone. Below is a list of popular plans from those mobile providers.

A kid-friendly smartwatch is a good option for parents keen to keep tabs on and stay in touch with their kids while they’re out and about. We’re going with the Topuser TB0081 Kids Smart Watch primarily because of the hundreds of great reviews it has on Amazon. The features back it up, too, like the fact it’s a smartwatch that supports 4G, which is important considering the imminent closure of Australia’s 3G mobile networks. You’ll need a SIM card and there is an involved setup process, but then you’ve got a comfortable kid-friendly smartwatch with an IP67 waterproof rating and a day or two of battery life. Make calls, track via GPS and set up geo-fences, plus more safety-focused features.

For kid-friendly alternatives, consider the Spacetalk Adventurer Kids Smartwatch, Spacetalk Loop Kids Smartwatch or Immo Watch Phone Z1 Kids Smart Watch.