Affordable Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch Competitors

The round smartwatch of the Zeblaze brand, with a relatively low price tag, can boast of a high-quality 1.43-inch touchscreen display. The screen is based on an AMOLED matrix, has a resolution of 466x466 pixels and good brightness of 1000 nits, supports the Always-on Display function. The dial is protected from damage by Gorilla Glass, which is rarely found in this price segment.

The readiness of Zeblaze Vibe 7 Pro for difficult operating conditions is confirmed by a metal case that meets the military standard MIL-STD-810G. The manufacturer assures that the model was subjected to 12 different tests, including impact and temperature tests. The seal is also at a decent level, however, you should focus not on the IP69K class, but on the 3 ATM indicator, so it is better to refrain from swimming in the watch, limiting yourself to showers and walks in the rain.

The smart watch is equipped with a 400 mAh lithium polymer battery. A full power cycle will take 1.5 hours, after which the device will work without recharging for 14 to 30 days (depending on application scenarios).

The device “can” measure pulse and saturation, count steps, analyze sleep, and keep a women’s calendar. Connoisseurs of various sports activities will be supported by 150 fitness modes. And thanks to the built-in microphone and speaker, the smart watch will also allow you to answer calls coming to your paired smartphone by voice.

The disadvantage of the model is the lack of its own GPS module, so the maximum information about sports training will be available only in conjunction with a mobile device. In general, if you want a functional, durable and autonomous smart watch without overpayments, then the Zeblaze Vibe 7 Pro is definitely worth a closer look.

Probably the main feature of the Haylou smartwatch is its high-quality 1.78-inch AMOLED display with touch control. For its price category, the screen is notable for its high image detail, because the resolution is 448x368 pixels and the pixel density is 326 ppi. You will also be pleased with the good refresh rate of 60 Hz and the ability to load over 100 different watch faces.

The model stands out from its predecessor Haylou RS4 with a magnetic clasp, which replaced the traditional buckle. The number of sports modes has noticeably increased: there are now more than a hundred of them compared to 12 in the earlier version. During training, heart rate values, approximate calorie consumption, steps and distance taken, as well as other activity indicators will be recorded.

The Haylou RS4 Plus case is made of metal and complies with IP68 protection class, but it is better not to take them into the shower (and especially into the pool).

The watch measures your heart rate not only during sports, but around the clock. They also “know how” to determine blood oxygen levels, stress indicators, track sleep and maintain a women's calendar. As befits a smart gadget, they complement the smartphone, alerting you to calls, SMS and various notifications. In normal mode, they can work without recharging for up to 10 days.

The model does not have a GPS module, so, for example, runners will need a connection to a smartphone to navigate and accurately determine the distance. Otherwise, for the money, the Haylou RS4 Plus is an interesting wearable gadget with a cool screen and a good balance of functionality and battery life.

In the Motorola line, the Moto Watch 70 smartwatch is an entry-level solution. They are made in today's popular rectangular form factor and are equipped with a 20 mm wide quick-release strap. The case itself is made of metal and meets the IP67 protection class - the watch is allowed to wash hands, take a shower and be in the rain.

To display data, there is a 1.69-inch TFT display with modest detail of 280x240 pixels, but a really rich selection of dials. 85 design options are offered + there are additional options for personalizing the interface. Note that there is a related version of the Moto Watch 40 on sale with a slightly smaller display and a thinner strap.

The watch is equipped with a magnetic charging cradle, and a really fast energy replenishment process is claimed: it will take only 25 minutes to recharge the battery from 0 to 100%. After this, the model is able to work up to 10 days in autonomous mode.

The wearable device operates under the proprietary Moto Watch OS operating system. One of its features is deep integration with the Google Fit service. In turn, this platform is compatible with many popular sports applications, including Strava, Withings, Runtastic, etc. The model supports continuous monitoring of heart rate, analyzes the user's sleep, and informs about the weather (gives forecasts for 8 days). Plus there is a counter for steps, calories, activity time, etc.

The lack of a pulse oximeter (to measure the level of oxygen saturation in the blood) should be attributed to the shortcomings of the model, and the fact that there is no GPS module is a disadvantage. Otherwise, the Motorola Moto Watch 70 is an interesting choice for connoisseurs of the brand and all those who are looking for a standalone smartwatch with a reasonable price tag.

The fourth generation of Redmi smartwatches is a mid-budget wearable gadget with a GPS module and a compass on board. These components are useful, for example, for sports, tourism and/or orienteering, especially when the smartphone is not at hand or is dead.

Compared to its predecessor - Redmi Watch 3 - the watch has become a little larger (AMOLED screen 1.97 inch against 1.75 inches) and received a larger battery capacity (470 versus 289 mAh). The number of sports modes has also increased to 150 and a more functional NFC has been installed. The latter works both as a pass on public transport and for contactless payments, although, as before, not in all countries.

The model provides advanced health monitoring capabilities, because it measures pulse and blood oxygen saturation, recognizes sleep phases, analyzes stress levels, is ready to keep a women's calendar and offer breathing training to calm down. You can answer phone calls from your watch without taking your smartphone out of your pocket or bag. It is also worth highlighting the good 5ATM water protection, so you can swim in the pool in them (the corresponding sports mode is available).

The increased battery capacity has a positive effect on battery life. On average, you will have to charge the device once every 20 days, or every 10 days with the Always-on Display function active.

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4 is an excellent full-featured (with GPS module) smart watch for the money.

The smartwatch has become a Mini version of Amazfit GTS 4, having received somewhat simplified characteristics and a lower price tag. First of all, they are much more compact due to the reduced screen size, so they will definitely appeal to the female half, even though they are a unisex model. There is also no speaker with which you could make calls, dual-channel GPS and some useful additions for extreme sports enthusiasts and tourists, such as an altimeter and barometer. Otherwise, Amazfit GTS 4 Mini is in no way inferior to the older version.

The Amazfit company knows a lot about beautiful gadgets that look expensive and respectable with any clothes, be it a sports suit or a business suit. Despite the fact that the device uses the most common and inexpensive materials (plastic body and silicone strap), it looks stylish: ultra-thin body (9.1 mm without heart rate sensor base), rounded protective glass on top of the screen, smooth lines, aluminium frame and weight of everything 31 g (19 g without strap), which makes the device almost weightless on the wrist.

The manufacturer used a 1.65-inch AMOLED display with rich colors. A big plus is the Always-On-Display feature, but keep in mind that activating it affects battery life. The screen duplicates incoming calls and messages, but, as mentioned above, there is no way to answer them. Having removed the speaker, the manufacturer left a microphone with which you can give tasks to the voice assistant. The model only supports Amazon Alexa.

Although the Amazfit GTS 4 Mini is not aimed at professional athletes, it can handle most tasks with ease. Built-in GPS supports 5 satellite systems and will help you determine your location faster and more accurately. The list of sports modes includes many different activities - more than 120 of them in total. These include walking, running, yoga, exercise bike, dancing and much more - we don’t have enough space to list them completely. Water resistance class 5 ATM allows you to swim and dive without removing the watch from your hand. And one battery charge is enough even for a hike: it has a decent capacity of 270 mAh and provides up to 15 days of battery life with normal use. Of course, all this depends on many factors: for example, more active users can count on 8 days of intensive use, always-on GPS reduces this time to 21 hours, and in energy-saving mode the autonomy is about 45 days.

There are also many interesting features for monitoring your health. Heart rate, blood oxygen levels and stress can be monitored as needed or around the clock. The watch monitors the duration and quality of sleep, calculates the number of steps taken, distance and calories spent on this, and will also help the owner control her female cycle. Not without the proprietary PAI health assessment system, which converts activity into points and motivates you to move more and more often.

Overall, Amazfit has made a decent smartwatch model for those who are looking for a stylish device and don’t want to overpay for features they don’t need.