Cheaper Alternatives For Apple Watches
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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smartwatches have been all the rage since Apple debuted the Apple Watch hit the shelves in April of 2015 (per Screen Rant). During its first series run, the Apple Watch cost anywhere between $350 and $10,000, depending on all the bells and whistles you opted for. The price got as high as $10,000 depending on what type of band you purchased with it, which is a wild concept.
Now, according to Apple, the brand’s most recent release, the Apple Watch Series 6, starts at $399 and ranges into the thousands. For many people out there, that price tag is too steep. Whether you want a smartwatch to help track your workouts at the gym or to use it as a way to get your cell phone notifications without pulling out your phone every ten seconds, there are several more affordable options on the market. If you are not loyal to the Apple logo like many are, here are some alternatives to consider when investing in a smartwatch.
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Now, according to Apple, the brand’s most recent release, the Apple Watch Series 6, starts at $399 and ranges into the thousands. For many people out there, that price tag is too steep.
Whether you want a smartwatch to help track your workouts at the gym or to use it as a way to get your cell phone notifications without pulling out your phone every ten seconds, there are several more affordable options on the market. If you are not loyal to the Apple logo like many are, here are some alternatives to consider when investing in a smartwatch.
Fitbit Versa 3
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If you love the Apple Watch’s workout tracking feature, you will rave about the Fitbit’s ability to accurately calculate calories burned and steps walked. It can also calculate your blood oxygen levels while you sleep, making this watch the optimal choice for all of you health nuts out there.
Users who are looking for several apps that are compatible with a smartwatch may want to pass on this one. The apps you can use on an Apple Watch will likely be unavailable for the Fitbit. However, it can give you call and text notifications from your phone to your wrist. So, if apps aren’t a necessity to you but being able to access your phone’s basic functions are, this is a great smartwatch option.
Amazfit Bip U Pro
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