The best fitness tech gadgets to help with your New Year's resolution
A look at the best smartwatches and fitness trackers to help you start 2017 on track.
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The new year is nearly upon us, and for many people, bold resolutions to get in shape and live healthier are here right along with it. Unfortunately, New Year's resolutions are infamous for quickly running out of steam. There are many reasons why people fall short of their goals, but often it is due to not having a solid plan or the necessary tools to make it work. For people determined to focus on health and wellness, a smartwatch or fitness tracker may be just the accessory to transform a resolution into a new lifestyle.
The data analysts at SpecOut, a consumer tech research site powered by Graphiq, compiled a list of the hottest smartwatches currently on the market. The smartwatches were chosen by a combination of factors, including their Smart Rating, which is a score out of 100 that makes it easy to identify the best products at a glance. The score is based on the watch's technical specifications, such as wireless connectivity and average battery life, as well as its overview and features, such as notifications and water resistance.
Aside from Smart Rating, an expert reviewer from publications like CNET, PC Mag, Wired.com and Laptop Mag had to give each smartwatch a rating of at least three (out of five) in order for it to be included on the list. It is important to note that while Apple products are heavily featured, they are only included in one size. Here is the list of the top smartwatches and fitness watches. We'll start with the 25 best smartwatches, then reveal the top 25 fitness trackers. Happy shopping and good luck getting (and staying) healthy in 2017.
Note: Smart ratings are rounded to the nearest hundredth place, and there are no ties.
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Smart Rating: 86.60
Release date: 11/7/15
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 2 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 38.5 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 86.70
Release date: 8/31/16
MSRP: $195
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 40 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 86.83
Release date: 11/8/15
MSRP: $1,500
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 46 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 87.39
Release date: 10/30/16
MSRP: $195
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 46 mm diameter
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Smart Rating: 87.76
MSRP: $450
Battery life: 11 days
Extra attributes: 31.1 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 88
Release date: 1/4/14
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 57.2 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 88.23
Release date: 11/6/16
MSRP: $175
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 41 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 88.68
Release date: 4/22/15
MSRP: $349
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 38 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 88.68
Release date: 4/22/15
MSRP: $10,000
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 88.84
Release date: 4/22/15
MSRP: $549
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 38 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 89.03
Release date: 9/8/16
MSRP: $1,199
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 89.21
Release date: 2/22/16
MSRP: $2,300
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 43 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 89.25
Release date: 3/30/16
MSRP: $200
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 35 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 89.26
Release date: 10/5/16
MSRP: $215
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 50 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 94.59
Release date: 9/16/16
MSRP: $399
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 95.23
Release date: 4/4/16
MSRP: $600
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: 30.4 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 95.27
Release date: 11/17/16
MSRP: $350
Battery life: 3 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 49 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 96
Release date: 9/29/16
MSRP: $295
Battery life: 11 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof
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Smart Rating: 96.03
Release date: 9/8/16
MSRP: $1,299
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diamter
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Smart Rating: 96.04
Release date: 9/8/16
MSRP: $399
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diamter
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Smart Rating: 96.04
Release date: 11/17/16
MSRP: $350
Battery life: 3 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 49 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 96.20
Release date: 11/29/16
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 32 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 96.58
Release date: 9/30/16
MSRP: $400
Extra attributes: 48 mm case diameter
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Smart Rating: 97.17
Release date: 9/4/13
MSRP: $400
Battery life: 42 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.45
Release date: 4/12/15
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.49
Release date: 11/14/14
MSRP: $130
Battery life: 10 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.50
Release date: 10/29/15
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 6 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.54
Release date: 8/9/13
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 14 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.61
MSRP: $250
Battery life: 0.3 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.71
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 14 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.77
Release date: 9/30/16
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.87
Release date: 3/1/16
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.98
Release date: 1/7/14
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 97.99
Release date: 1/1/15
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.03
Release date: 10/20/15
MSRP: $400
Battery life: 28 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.04
Release date: 10/28/14
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 2 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.11
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 24 days
Extra attributes: 3.5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.20
MSRP: $470
Battery life: 30 days
Extra attributes: 3/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.32
Release date: 10/19/15
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 12 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.44
Release date: 10/20/15
MSRP: $250
Battery life: 35 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.57
Release date: 10/25/15
MSRP: $249
Battery life: 2 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.77
Release date: 9/12/12
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 10 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.81
Release date: 4/1/15
MSRP: $250
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 98.96
Release date: 10/20/15
MSRP: $330
Battery life: 9 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 4/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 99.33
Release date: 9/27/14
MSRP: $450
Battery life: 121 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 99.48
Release date: 10/26/15
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 99.61
Release date: 9/30/16
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
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Smart Rating: 99.79
Release date: 5/12/15
MSRP: $300
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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- SpecOut
The new year is nearly upon us, and for many people, bold resolutions to get in shape and live healthier are here right along with it. Unfortunately, New Year's resolutions are infamous for quickly running out of steam. There are many reasons why people fall short of their goals, but often it is due to not having a solid plan or the necessary tools to make it work. For people determined to focus on health and wellness, a smartwatch or fitness tracker may be just the accessory to transform a resolution into a new lifestyle.
The data analysts at SpecOut, a consumer tech research site powered by Graphiq, compiled a list of the hottest smartwatches currently on the market. The smartwatches were chosen by a combination of factors, including their Smart Rating, which is a score out of 100 that makes it easy to identify the best products at a glance. The score is based on the watch's technical specifications, such as wireless connectivity and average battery life, as well as its overview and features, such as notifications and water resistance.
Aside from Smart Rating, an expert reviewer from publications like CNET, PC Mag, Wired.com and Laptop Mag had to give each smartwatch a rating of at least three (out of five) in order for it to be included on the list. It is important to note that while Apple products are heavily featured, they are only included in one size. Here is the list of the top smartwatches and fitness watches. We'll start with the 25 best smartwatches, then reveal the top 25 fitness trackers. Happy shopping and good luck getting (and staying) healthy in 2017.
Note: Smart ratings are rounded to the nearest hundredth place, and there are no ties.
Smart Rating: 86.60
Release date: 11/7/15
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 2 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 38.5 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 86.70
Release date: 8/31/16
MSRP: $195
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 40 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 86.83
Release date: 11/8/15
MSRP: $1,500
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 46 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 87.39
Release date: 10/30/16
MSRP: $195
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 46 mm diameter
Smart Rating: 87.76
MSRP: $450
Battery life: 11 days
Extra attributes: 31.1 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 88
Release date: 1/4/14
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 57.2 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 88.23
Release date: 11/6/16
MSRP: $175
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 41 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 88.68
Release date: 4/22/15
MSRP: $349
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 38 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 88.68
Release date: 4/22/15
MSRP: $10,000
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 88.84
Release date: 4/22/15
MSRP: $549
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 38 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 89.03
Release date: 9/8/16
MSRP: $1,199
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 89.21
Release date: 2/22/16
MSRP: $2,300
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 43 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 89.26
Release date: 10/5/16
MSRP: $215
Battery life: 180 days
Extra attributes: 50 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 94.59
Release date: 9/16/16
MSRP: $399
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 95.23
Release date: 4/4/16
MSRP: $600
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: 30.4 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 95.27
Release date: 11/17/16
MSRP: $350
Battery life: 3 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 49 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 96
Release date: 9/29/16
MSRP: $295
Battery life: 11 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof
Smart Rating: 96.03
Release date: 9/8/16
MSRP: $1,299
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diamter
Smart Rating: 96.04
Release date: 9/8/16
MSRP: $399
Battery life: 1 day
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 42 mm case diamter
Smart Rating: 96.04
Release date: 11/17/16
MSRP: $350
Battery life: 3 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 49 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 96.20
Release date: 11/29/16
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: Scratchproof, 32 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 96.58
Release date: 9/30/16
MSRP: $400
Extra attributes: 48 mm case diameter
Smart Rating: 97.17
Release date: 9/4/13
MSRP: $400
Battery life: 42 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.45
Release date: 4/12/15
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.49
Release date: 11/14/14
MSRP: $130
Battery life: 10 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.50
Release date: 10/29/15
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 6 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.54
Release date: 8/9/13
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 14 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.61
MSRP: $250
Battery life: 0.3 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.71
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 14 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.77
Release date: 9/30/16
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.87
Release date: 3/1/16
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.98
Release date: 1/7/14
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 97.99
Release date: 1/1/15
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.03
Release date: 10/20/15
MSRP: $400
Battery life: 28 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.04
Release date: 10/28/14
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 2 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.11
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 24 days
Extra attributes: 3.5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.20
MSRP: $470
Battery life: 30 days
Extra attributes: 3/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.32
Release date: 10/19/15
MSRP: $200
Battery life: 12 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.44
Release date: 10/20/15
MSRP: $250
Battery life: 35 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.57
Release date: 10/25/15
MSRP: $249
Battery life: 2 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.77
Release date: 9/12/12
MSRP: $100
Battery life: 10 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.81
Release date: 4/1/15
MSRP: $250
Battery life: 7 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 98.96
Release date: 10/20/15
MSRP: $330
Battery life: 9 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 4/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 99.33
Release date: 9/27/14
MSRP: $450
Battery life: 121 days
Extra attributes: 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 99.48
Release date: 10/26/15
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 99.61
Release date: 9/30/16
MSRP: $150
Battery life: 5 days
Extra attributes: Waterproof, 5/5 ease of syncing
Smart Rating: 99.79
Release date: 5/12/15
MSRP: $300
Extra attributes: 4/5 ease of syncing
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