The Best Smartwatch with Wear OS on the Market

One of the best operating systems for smartwatch is Wear OS . This development of Google is the adaptation of Android to the wearable accessories of which we speak and, the truth is that it offers a lot of positive and useful functions. If you are thinking of buying a device that uses it, we show the details that you should take into account and, in addition, we provide a list of recommended models .

Google’s work has evolved over time to become one of the most complete that exist, along with watchOS and Tizen, and the truth is that it is now possible to do many things with it. Thus, for example, you can keep track of physical activity and notifications…. And, even, it already offers the possibility of making mobile payments on models that include NFC chip (which are increasingly numerous). And, all this is improved with the possibility of installing applications from the official store that Google has. Therefore, the personalization of the contents is excellent.

Uso de un smartwatch con Wear OS

By the way, it is important to indicate that the updates that reach the models with Wear OS are quite frequent, so we talk about a completely live work. With them, they manage to correct some errors that may appear and, also, new functions are added for the smartwatch. Of course, to get the most out of everything we have indicated, the ideal is to use a Google account to synchronize all services.

What a smartwatch should always have with Wear OS

In what has to do with the screen, the ideal is that the integrated touch panel is OLED type. That way the energy consumption is controlled quite well and, in addition, the response when handling it is the best possible. The dimensions depend on the taste of each user (currently the circular shape is imposed on the models with this operating system), but what we do believe is important that the models with a component of more than one inch have a resolution of 360 x 360 . Otherwise, with 240 x 240 everything is going great.

In what has to do with the main hardware, which as in the smartphones are the processor and RAM, the minimum options that the wearable accessory must offer are the following: Snapdragon Wear 2100 in the first case and 512 MB in the second. Of course, the ideal is that the components are somewhat better, especially in relation to SoC, since the next generation launched by Qualcomm consumes less energy offering superior performance. It is also important to check the available storage, which must be checked for a minimum of 4 GB, so that you can save files, such as sound tracks.

In the smartwatch with Wear OS autonomy is something to value as well. Being an operating system that allows applications to be used, energy consumption is much higher than those that do not offer this possibility. Therefore, and leaving aside the charge of the battery, the minimum required is a full day of use … but it is advisable to reach two. But, the latter is not currently offered by many models.

Other things to review in Google development models

An example is the integrated sensors. Do not miss the heart rate , accelerometer and gyroscope … because if this is not the case, the measurement of activity is not the best possible. In addition, it is not a bad idea that there is GPS so that the smartwatch can be used as an independent pedometer. You can not miss a model with Wear OS protection against water and dust , so that taking it when exercising is not a problem (it can even be a smarwatch with snowboarding ) and, even, you can swim with it on.

Bluetooth connectivity is basic, since it is the one used to synchronize the smartwatch with Wear OS with mobile phones. But, in addition, if the chosen model includes WiFi is generated in freedom of use … something that many can thank. Finally, the inclusion of NFC is quite advisable, since the accessory can be used as the element to make mobile payments (which are increasingly used).

Nuevo Wear OS

Purchase options that are recommended

We leave below, the links of several models that are very interesting since they offer excellent quality. All of them can be purchased at the Amazon online store at no cost for shipping if you have a Premium account . This is what you should always check before deciding on a smartwatch with Wear OS:

Ticwatch Pro

A model with a very sporty appearance, so it is one of the recommended options if you have as one of your goals that the accessory is a fatigue partner. With two days of use as usual autonomy, it is possible to make mobile payments with this model in a simple way. It does not lack GPS, which is positive, and its weight is below 60 grams so it is very light.

Wear OS Ticwatch Pro

Ticwatch Pro


Fossil FTW4018

This smartwatch with Wear OS includes several improvements in the autonomy section that are positive. An example is a saving mode that allows you to reach three days of use and, in addition, it is possible to charge it to 80% in just one hour. Its design is classic and there are three hardware buttons, and mobile payments are an option. Finished in stainless steel, it can be submerged up to three atmospheres.

Smartwatch Fossil FTW4018

Fossil FTW4018

EUR 209.30


Michael Kors Access RUNWAY

A wearable accessory that weighs less than 100 grams and that looks more attractive (where the metal is not lacking). With excellent compatibility and with interest options such as GPS and NFC to pay thanks to Google Pay, notification management is advanced with the possibility of responding to those arriving from, for example, WhatsApp.

Smartwatch Michael Kors Access RUNWAY con Wear OS

Michael Kors Access RUNWAY

EUR 276.30


Diesel On FULL GUARD

The leather strap of this smartwatch with Wear OS is something that makes it attractive (it can be changed if necessary). Compatible with iOS and Android, it is possible to swim with this device as it holds dives of three atmospheres. The autonomy indicated by the manufacturer is a full day, and there is no lack of GPS or NFC. Its touch screen is still of great quality since the images look excellent even outdoors.

Diesel On FULL GUARD con Wear OS

Diesel On FULL GUARD

EUR 216.56


Misfit VAPOR 2

This accessory has a different design that is sure to make it a good option for those looking for something that is not especially traditional. It does not lack all kinds of functions among which are, among others, measuring sports activity or controlling music that is played even on the phone. Available in several colors, Bluetooth connectivity works perfectly.

Smartwatch Misfit VAPOR 2

Misfit VAPOR 2

EUR 132.15


Emporio Armani Connected MATTEO

Aesthetically this wearable accessory is really attractive, the best of all the models that you will find currently on the market. It offers everything you might need, such as a correct processor and advanced features such as mobile payments or advanced notification management. With a water resistance of 5 atmospheres, its stainless steel finish assures quality and durability.

Smartwatch Emporio Armani Connected MATTEO

Emporio Armani Connected MATTEO

EUR 312.30


Puma Wearables Smartwatch

One of the striking things that this smartwatch offers with Wear OS is that its finish makes it a suitable accessory for sports and, in addition, its high protection against water is a feature to highlight. It does not lack NFC or GPS, so the usage options are quite wide. Its autonomy reaches a minimum of 36 hours, which makes it a model that stands out in this section.

Puma Wearables Smartwatch con Wear OS

Puma Wearables Smartwatch

EUR 279.00


Kate Spade Scallop

If there is something that makes this model different, it is its design, which, as seen in the image behind this paragraph, is very different from usual. This does not make it not include direct access buttons that are physical and, in addition, an OLED screen that has a very good quality. It can reach more than two days of regular use, and Bluetooth connectivity is low power. Its straps are interchangeable and waterproof.

Smartwatch con Wear OS Kate Spade Scallop

Kate Spade Scallop

EUR 254.15


Skagen SKT5100

In this case the best that can be said about this model with Wear OS is that it is very complete, since it does not lack a Qualcomm processor and 4 GB of storage where you can take music that can be heard directly with a Bluetooth headset. It allows mobile payments and swimming with him … But, yes, its weight exceeds 200 grams … so it is not exactly the lightest in the market.

Smartwatch Skagen SKT5100

Skagen SKT5100

EUR 179.40


Fossil Sport

It is the most sporty version of one of the largest smartwatch manufacturers that currently have Wear OS. It offers all the functions that are required, including being able to make mobile payments, and inside it there is no lack of 4 GB of storage. Regarding physical activity, options such as recognizing the heart rate or the use of GPS to convert it into a pedometer are included. Its water resistance is 5 atmospheres.

Smartwatch Fossil Sport con Wear OS

Fossil Sport

EUR 149.40