Buy smartwatch - you should pay attention to this
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Smartwatches are becoming increasingly popular. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you should consider if you want to buy one of the smart watches.
Cell phone watch or smart watch?
First of all, you should be aware that there are two different concepts of a smart watch.
- While the rather older cellphone watch is a small cellphone in its own right, the smartwatch known today is only an extension of its smartphone.
- The smartwatch is therefore a kind of remote control for your smartphone. With the cell phone watch you can only make calls and text, with the smart watch you can also use apps and the Internet.
Smartwatch only with smartphone
It is also important to know that a smartwatch cannot work without a smartphone connected to it.
- So there must always be a physical proximity between smartphone and watch. The two devices are then connected quickly and easily via Bluetooth. However, you can also stow the cell phone in your pocket when walking or in the trunk when driving. However, you should not exceed a distance of 10 meters.
Pay attention to the compatibility of the smartwatches
A smartwatch won't do you anything if it's not compatible with your smartphone. Therefore, you should check carefully before buying whether both devices have the necessary interface for connection. Furthermore, the watch must also run on the smartphone's operating system. For example, Apple's smartwatch does not work with Android smartphones.
Buy a smartwatch - the price determines the performance
You should be aware that the price of a smartwatch depends a lot on its functionality.
- From 70 euros upwards, everything is included. For a good smartwatch such as that from Sony or Samsung, you should have around 200 euros ready. In our price comparison for smartwatches we show you the current offers.
Smartwatches in the test
1
Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + LTE) 44mm
final grade
1.4
Very good
Review
- Facilities (1.0)
- Operation (1, 2)
- Battery (2.8)
price
from € 530.34
price estimate
Expensive (4.5)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Galaxus)
TO THE SHOP
(Galaxus)
2
Samsung Galaxy Watch R810
final grade
1.4
Very good
Review
- Facilities (1.7)
- Operation (1.0)
- Battery (1.9)
price
from € 238.00
price estimate
Very cheap (1.3)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Amazon Marketplace)
TO THE SHOP
(Amazon Marketplace)
3
Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) 42mm
final grade
1.4
Very good
Review
- Facilities (1.3)
- Operation (1.3)
- Battery (2.2)
price
from € 427.08
price estimate
Expensive (3.7)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Amazon Marketplace)
TO THE SHOP
(Amazon Marketplace)
4
Fossil Carlyle HR Gen 5
final grade
1.5
Very good
Review
- Facilities (1.3)
- Operation (1, 2)
- Battery (2.7)
price
from € 275.99
price estimate
Inexpensive (2, 1)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Saturn)
TO THE SHOP
(Saturn)
5
Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) 44mm
final grade
1.5
Very good
Review
- Facilities (1.4)
- Operation (1.3)
- Battery (2.4)
price
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price estimate
Expensive (3.6)
price comparison
price comparison
TO THE SHOP
(Cyber Port)
TO THE SHOP
(Cyber Port)
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In another practical tip, we clarify the question of whether you can use a smartwatch without a smartphone. We also tested the ten current smartwatches.