The Best Memorial Day Smartwatch Deals 2025

The Amazfit Band 7 is an inexpensive fitness band that impresses with battery life—our testing showed up to about 18 days (432 hours) under typical use—and a bright 1.47‑inch AMOLED that keeps stats easy to read. It supports 120 sports modes, so we found it useful for casual athletes, but the lack of built-in GPS means you’ll need your phone for accurate route tracking and some users report SpO₂ inconsistencies. With a 6/10 score, it’s a great battery-first choice if you can live without standalone GPS.

If you want solid outdoor tracking without breaking the bank, the OnePlus Watch 2R is a sensible pick — its dual-frequency GPS gave us very accurate route data in our testing and the 100‑hour battery means you won’t be charging every day. During our review we liked the AMOLED screen and 5 ATM water resistance for swims, but we found the lack of ECG, skin‑temp sensing and no LTE limit its health insights and standalone use. At a 6/10, it’s a practical runner’s companion if you always carry your phone.

The Garmin Forerunner 45S is a lightweight, no‑nonsense running watch that we found delivered accurate GPS and dependable pace metrics in our testing, making it ideal for new runners. During our review the compact case was comfortable, but our experience shows the plastic body scratches more easily and the battery life (about 13 hours with GPS) isn’t aimed at ultra athletes. Scoring 6.5/10, it’s an approachable, budget‑minded runner’s tool if you prioritize accurate tracking over premium materials or advanced features.

The Amazfit Balance is a budget‑friendly smartwatch that impressed us in testing with long battery life — our experience shows up to about 14 days of typical use — and a sharp 1.5‑inch 480×480 AMOLED. Dual‑band GPS with six‑satellite support gave us accurate location tracking during workouts, but during our review we found the user interface clunky for new users, music requires manual MP3 uploads, and Zepp Pay is limited by region and bank support. It scores 7/10 as a battery‑forward option if you can live with those tradeoffs.

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is a budget-friendly fitness tracker that scored 6.5/10 in our round-up — it excels at comfort and daily wellness monitoring. During our review we found the guided breathing, reliable step and sleep tracking, and featherweight design make it easy to wear all day and night, with roughly 10 days (240 hours) of battery. That said, the small AMOLED screen and only six quick-access activities are frustrating in workouts, and the lack of built-in GPS means you’ll need your phone for accurate run distance.

The Fitbit Versa 4 is an affordable fitness-focused pick with 40 exercise modes, solid sleep and stress tracking, and handy features like Google Maps and call notifications—our experience shows it's great for straightforward health tracking. During our review we were frustrated by the removal of third-party apps and music support, and the proprietary USB‑A charger feels restrictive even though quick charge gives 24 hours in about twelve minutes and the battery lasts multiple days. With a 6.5/10 score, it’s a budget choice if you prioritize core tracking over app flexibility.

The Garmin Venu 3S is a comfortable, well-built smartwatch that delivers excellent battery life—our experience shows up to about 10 days (240 hours) in smartwatch mode—so it’s ideal for users who hate daily charging. During our review we appreciated its fitness tracking accuracy and lightweight feel, but the limited third-party app ecosystem and lack of LTE mean it’s less flexible than some competitors. With a 7/10 score, the Venu 3S is a strong pick if battery and comfort trump app variety.

Garmin’s Instinct E (40 mm) is built like a tank — in our testing the rugged design, MIL‑STD‑810 shock and thermal resistance and 10 ATM water rating stood out for adventures — but the monochrome transflective MIP display and weak backlight made readability a struggle in low light. We found navigation via buttons to be reliable but dated, since there’s no touch, and overall it scored 5/10 because the limited screen experience undermines its otherwise tough feature set. It’s a niche pick if durability beats modern touchscreen polish.

The Garmin Forerunner 245 is a focused runner’s watch that earned an 8/10 from us thanks to excellent battery life — our experience shows about a week in smartwatch mode and roughly 24 hours with GPS — and robust training features for improving pace and endurance. During our review we appreciated the reliable metrics, but we found the lack of a touchscreen and no contactless payment support (smart pay) a drawback for everyday convenience. If you want dependable training data and long battery life, this one delivers.

If you want a lightweight running watch with a bright AMOLED you can actually read on the road, the Forerunner 165 is a strong midrange pick — we gave it a 7/10. In our testing the adaptive training plans and advanced fitness metrics felt punchy for the $249.99 price, and the 11-day battery makes it easy to forget chargers between sessions. We found its lack of dual-band GPS and no multisport support limit accuracy and versatility in dense tree cover or triathlon use, and the always-on display cuts battery life dramatically.

If you want solid Apple integration without the premium price, the Apple Watch SE 40mm delivers comprehensive fitness tracking and a responsive AMOLED screen that feels snappy in day-to-day use, and in our testing it handled workouts and notifications with ease. During our review we noticed the SE sacrifices an always-on display and advanced sensors like ECG or SpO₂, and its roughly 18‑hour battery means daily charging. With a 7/10 score, it’s a sensible, budget-friendly entry for iPhone users.

The Apple Watch Series 10 GPS + Cellular earned an 8.5/10 for its tight integration and advanced health toolkit—during our review we found the lightweight case and superb screen readability make it easy to wear and read all day. It adds sleep apnea detection and other top-tier sensors, but our testing showed battery life is about 18 hours and the Blood Oxygen app is currently disabled by a legal dispute. If you want the most capable Apple watch, it’s hard to beat.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is our top outdoor choice, earning a 9/10 for its rugged titanium build, dual-frequency GPS accuracy, and class‑leading battery—our testing showed about 36 hours of normal use and up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode. During our review the GPS proved notably more reliable in tricky and urban environments, making it ideal for adventures, but the bulkier case and $899 price will put off those who want a sleeker everyday watch. If you’re an outdoor athlete, its durability and battery are hard to beat.

The Apple Watch Series 10 is a polished pick for iPhone users — during our review the thinner, lighter case and larger, brighter AMOLED made daily wear noticeably more comfortable and readable, and advanced features like sleep apnea detection and faster charging are real-world benefits. We found integration with the Apple ecosystem seamless, but our testing also confirmed the 18‑hour battery and a disabled Blood Oxygen app (legal issues) limit its standalone health utility. At 7.5/10 it’s a solid upgrade if you value Apple services despite the higher price.

This higher‑priced Apple Watch Series 10 variant keeps the same core strengths — during our review the thinner, lighter design and brighter OLED were comfortable and easy to read, and advanced sleep apnea detection is a standout health addition. We found the integration with iPhone and Apple services flawless, but our testing also highlighted the persistent 18‑hour battery limitation and the disabled Blood Oxygen feature, and at $499 the incremental upgrades feel modest. While not the highest scorer, it’s a top choice if seamless iOS features matter most.

The Galaxy Watch7 44mm LTE feels like a polished daily driver thanks to a bright Super AMOLED screen and deep health tracking—sleep monitoring and accurate heart-rate sensing—so during our review we found it handled workouts and sleep cycles reliably. Its Wear OS 5 and One UI Watch 6 integration gives easy app access, but the 33–48 hour battery range means most users will be charging nightly, and some features are limited when paired with non‑Samsung phones. At an 8/10 score, it’s a strong all-rounder for Android, especially Samsung owners.

The Galaxy Watch7 40mm is a comfortable, lightweight option that in our testing delivered reliable health tracking—sleep sensing and heart-rate monitoring work well and it pairs smoothly with Samsung phones. We found the display clear and the daily wear comfort excellent, but battery life is around 30 hours so you’ll likely need nightly charging, and full charging can take 90–100 minutes. Scoring 6.5/10, it’s best suited for Samsung users who value comfort and integration over all‑day battery life.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 (40mm) feels premium with a vibrant Super AMOLED display protected by sapphire, and in our testing its workout and sleep tracking were reliable and comprehensive. We found the bright screen and health features make it an easy daily driver, but during our review the battery proved a real constraint — expect just over nine hours with GPS — and the design can feel a bit bulky and attract dust in tight gaps. It scores 7/10 as a feature-rich choice if you can live with nightly charging.

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra earned an 8/10 from us for bringing a bold, distinctive look and a large, very readable display that enhances outdoor and indoor use. In our testing its activity and sleep tracking — including sleep apnea detection — were excellent, and the 10 ATM water rating feels reassuring for swims and triathlons. We found the 60-hour battery is decent but the chunky case can feel bulky on smaller wrists, charging is slow at about two hours, and the $649.99 price is a real premium.

Garmin’s fēnix 8 Solar earned its high 9.5/10 rating by delivering class‑leading battery life — in our testing it lasted weeks in smartwatch mode and solar charging extended that further — plus rock‑solid GPS and comprehensive health monitoring including Pulse Ox. We found the built‑in LED flashlight and 10 ATM water resistance especially useful for long outings, but during our review the steep $999 price and the watch’s larger, heavier build may put off casual users, and some reported battery variance versus the advertising. For outdoor enthusiasts, it’s hard to beat.

The OnePlus Watch 2 is appealing if you want a premium look and long runtime — during our review the stainless‑steel case and 1.43‑inch AMOLED at 60Hz felt upscale and the battery life was a standout in everyday use. We found GPS and basic fitness tracking solid, but in testing activity tracking could be inconsistent and the single case size plus no LTE option reduces versatility; the crown also isn’t functional. Scoring 6.5/10, it’s best for users who prioritize design and battery over pro‑level metrics.

The Garmin Fenix 8 is our top-tier outdoor smartwatch — it earned a 9/10 by combining rugged durability, advanced metrics, and class-leading runtimes. During our review the bright 1.4" AMOLED and up to 29 days of smartwatch life (roughly 696 hours) impressed us, and the built-in LED flashlight is a genuinely useful addition on low-light outings. We found the AMOLED model sacrifices some battery versus MIP variants and the $917.99 price is steep, and it still lacks air integration for dive-tank pressure monitoring.

With its timeless analog look and staggering 30-day battery, the ScanWatch 2 (42mm) is ideal if you prioritize health monitoring and classic style over app depth — it scored 6/10 with us. In our testing the ECG, SpO2 and sleep tracking are comprehensive and trustworthy, and the 5 ATM water resistance helps for daily wear. That said, we found the small OLED makes reading notifications awkward, it has no built-in GPS so your phone must provide location, and smart features like music controls or payments are notably limited.

As a training-focused option, the Forerunner 970 pairs a vivid 1.4-inch AMOLED display and built-in LED flashlight to keep you visible and safe on early morning runs, and in our testing its advanced metrics like running economy help serious runners analyze performance. During our review we found the bright screen does shave heavily at the 360-hour spec if you enable always-on mode, and some deeper metrics require extra accessories, while the lack of LTE limits standalone connectivity. Overall, it scored 7.5/10 for its performance-focused feature set.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 blends sleek, modern design with tight Google integration, and during our review we found its refined apps and two size choices make it a stylish, functional daily companion. It delivers advanced health and fitness tracking, but in our testing battery life hovered around 24 hours on average, and some deeper Fitbit features now require a subscription which can add to the cost. With a 7.5/10 score, it’s a great pick if you prioritize Google services and aesthetics over all‑day battery endurance.