Top 5 Smartwatches for iPhone: Review & Buying Guide

Ever look at your wrist and wonder if your watch could do more? Imagine getting texts, tracking your fitness, and even paying for coffee, all without pulling out your phone. That’s the promise of a smartwatch, but pairing one perfectly with your iPhone can feel like solving a puzzle.

Choosing the right smartwatch for your iPhone is tricky. Do you stick with Apple, or are there great alternatives? You worry about battery life, app compatibility, and if it will look good. It’s easy to feel lost in all the features and price tags. You want a device that works seamlessly with your phone, not one that causes headaches.

This guide cuts through the confusion. We will show you exactly which smartwatches talk best to your iPhone. You will learn about the top features you actually need and how to save money while getting the best tech. Get ready to pick the perfect companion for your iPhone.

Top Smartwatch With Iphone Recommendations

Bestseller No. 1

TRAUSI Smart Watch for Men, 120 Sports Modes Smartwatch with 1.83" HD Touchsreen, IP67 Waterproof, Sleep Monitor, Bluetooth Call & Music Control Fitness Watch for Android/iPhone (Black)

【1.83" HD Display & Customizable Watch Faces】Immerse yourself in a vibrant 1.83" IPS display, boasting a sharp resolution of 240*284 for crystal-clear visuals. Effortlessly personalize your smart watch with a wide array of customizable watch faces to suit your personal style for every occasion—whether trendy, artistic, or minimalist—ideal for casual, sporty, or professional. Its sleek, modern design complements any outfit, blending technology and fashion seamlessly for everyday wear
【120 Sports Modes & Advanced Health Tracking】Our TG08 smart watches for women men come equipped with 120 sports modes, allowing you to effortlessly track a variety of activities such as walking, running, cycling, and swimming. With integrated heart rate and sleep monitors, you can maintain a comprehensive overview of your health, achieve your fitness goals, and maintain a balanced, active lifestyle with ease. TG08L is your ideal companion for a healthier and more informed lifestyle
【Stay Connected Anytime, Anywhere】Stay informed and in control with Bluetooth call and music control features. Receive real-time notifications for calls, messages, and social media apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, and Instagram directly on your smartwatch. Easily manage calls, control your music playlist, and stay updated without needing to reach for your phone. Perfect for work, workouts, or on-the-go, this watch keeps you connected and never miss important updates wherever you are
【IP67 Waterproof & Long-Lasting Battery】Designed to keep up with your active lifestyle, this smartwatch features an IP67 waterproof rating, ensuring it can withstand splashes, sweat, and even brief submersion, making it perfect for workouts, outdoor adventures, or rainy days. Its reliable 350mAh battery offering 5-7 days of active use and up to 30 days in standby mode, significantly reducing frequent charging. Ideal for all-day wear, whether you’re at the gym, outdoors, or simply on the go
【Multifunction & Wide Compatibility】Seamlessly handle heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and enjoy conveniences like camera/music control, Seamlessly handle heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and more-all directly from your wrist. This 1.83" HD smartwatch is compatible with iPhone (iOS 9.0+) & Android (5.0+), ensuring smooth daily connectivity and convenience throughout your day. More than just a timepiece, it’s a stylish, all-in-one wearable for smarter, healthier living

SaleBestseller No. 2

DIVOAZBVO Smart Watch for Men, 120+ Sports Modes Smartwatch with 1.83" HD Touchsreen, Sleep Monitor, IP67 Waterproof, Bluetooth Call & Music Control Fitness Watch for iPhone/Android Black

【1.83" HD Display & Customizable Watch Faces】Immerse yourself in a vibrant 1.83-inch IPS display, boasting a sharp resolution of 240*284 for crystal-clear visuals. Effortlessly personalize your smart watch with a wide array of customizable watch faces to suit your personal style for every occasion—whether trendy, artistic, or minimalist—ideal for casual, sporty, or professional. Its sleek, modern design complements any outfit, blending technology and fashion seamlessly for everyday wear
【120 Sports Modes & Advanced Health Tracking】Our TK29 smart watches for women men come equipped with 120 sports modes, allowing you to effortlessly track a variety of activities such as walking, running, cycling, and swimming. With integrated heart rate and sleep monitors, you can maintain a comprehensive overview of your health, achieve your fitness goals, and maintain a balanced, active lifestyle with ease. Your ideal wellness companion (Note: Step recording starts after exceeding 20 steps)
【IP67 Waterproof & Long-Lasting Battery】Designed to keep up with your active lifestyle, this smartwatch features an IP67 waterproof rating, ensuring it can withstand splashes, sweat, and even brief submersion, making it perfect for workouts, outdoor adventures, or rainy days. Its reliable 350mAh battery offering 5-7 days of active use and up to 30 days in standby mode, significantly reducing frequent charging. Ideal for all-day wear, whether you’re at the gym, outdoors, or simply on the go
【Stay Connected Anytime, Anywhere】Stay informed and in control with Bluetooth call and music control features. Receive real-time notifications for calls, messages, and social media apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, and Instagram directly on your smartwatch. Easily manage calls, control your music playlist, and stay updated without needing to reach for your phone. Perfect for work, workouts, or on-the-go, this watch keeps you connected and never miss important updates wherever you are
【Multifunction & Wide Compatibility】Seamlessly handle heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and enjoy conveniences like camera/music control, Seamlessly handle heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and more-all directly from your wrist. This 1.83 inches HD smartwatch is compatible with iPhone (iOS 9.0+) & Android (5.0+), ensuring smooth daily connectivity and convenience throughout your day. More than just a timepiece, it’s a stylish, all-in-one wearable for smarter, healthier living

Bestseller No. 3

Smartwatch for Women - Call, Fitness Tracker, Heart Rate & Sleep Monitor, 1.69" Touch Screen, Waterproof - For Android & iPhone, Pink

Make/Answer Call & Message Notification: Bluetooth call smartwatch is equipped with built-in HD speaker, after connecting to your android/iOS phones via bluetooth, you can answer or make calls, store emergency contacts and view call history through directly use the smart watch; The mens smart watch can also receive notifications from apps including Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, SMS, etc. So that you will never miss any important information
1.83" HD Color Screen & 100+ DIY Dial: Smart watches for men women is equipped with a 1.83" extra-large hd full touch color screen, clear picture quality and high touch sensitivity; In the "Da Fit" app, you can download more than 100+ watch faces for your fitness activity tracker smartwatch, or design upload personalized photo and set it as your desktop for android/ iphone smart watch
Personal Health Steward: The health monitoring smartwatch adopting advanced sensors, 24-hour a day monitors your heart rate, blood oxygen and sleep. you can more understand your real-time heart rate, blood oxygen saturation and sleep status(deep/light/wakeful sleep) by our fitness tracker watch, to make you understand your physical health through this smart watch for android phones
100+ Sports Modes Activity Fitness Tracker: This fitness watch for men women supports multiple sports modes, including running, hiking, cycling, skipping, walking, basketball, yoga, football and more. Activity trackers and smartwatches will record your data like heart rate, steps, calories burned, etc during your exercise; IP68 waterproof design of the sports watch perfectly meets your daily waterproof needs, But it is not recommended for use in hot water, seawater, swimming, diving or bathing
30 Days Standby Time & Multifunction Smartwatch: Smart watch for men has multiple functions such as timer, stopwatch, alarm clock, find your phone, sedentary reminder, music control, weather forecast, do not disturb mode, brightness adjustment, camera control, female cycle tracking; The smart watch for iPhone compatible charging for 2 hours, 5-7 days of normal use and 30 days of standby time. This android/iPhone watch for men is compatible with smartphones with Android 5.0 and iOS 9.0 or above

SaleBestseller No. 4

Smart Watch for Women, Answer/Make Call, 1.32'' AMOLED Ultra-Clear Screen Fitness Tracker with Heart Rate/Sleep/SpO2 Monitor, Smartwatch for iPhone/Samsung/Android, 110+ Sport Modes, 3ATM Waterproof

【Crystal-Clear Communication】AEAC smartwatch delivers clear call quality with high-definition speakers and microphones. Built with an AI assistant, it enables smooth voice commands and hands-free calls.
【Comprehensive Health Monitoring】The AEAC smartwatch tracks vital health metrics—blood oxygen, heart rate, stress, and sleep analysis—providing you with valuable insights for enhanced well-being.
【Long-Lasting Battery】Enjoy up to 10 days of use on a quick 2-hour charge. Will monitor your heart rate, steps, activity routes, and calorie burn around the clock, offering a complete view of your health and fitness.
【110+ Sports Modes & Waterproof】With 110+ sports modes, this fitness watch supports a wide range of activities, from yoga to swimming. Its 3ATM water-resistant design ensures reliable performance in wet conditions.
【1.32" AMOLED Touchscreen】 Features a 1.32-inch AMOLED display for sharp visuals and smooth responsiveness. The watch face measures 43 mm, offering a clear and comfortable viewing area. Choose from 200+ watch faces or personalize with your own photos, making the watch uniquely yours

SaleBestseller No. 5

Smart Watch for Men Women, 2026 New Smartwatch(Answer/Make Call) , 1.91" Fitness Watch with 120+ Sport Modes, Fitness Tracke with Pedometer/Sleep Monitor/Heart Rate/IP68, for Android/iPhone Black

2026 Bluetooth Call and Message Reminder: The mens smart watch are equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.3 chip, which increases the connection speed by 80%, and a highly stable connection with no delay. Answer and make calls right from your wrist, and easily sync multiple mobile contacts. It also supports multiple smart reminders, including incoming calls, Email, texts, SMS messages (Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, Tiktok, Instagram, Gmail etc). You won't miss any important calls or notifications.
1.91" HD Big Screen and DIY Dials: Fitness tracker features a TFT HD color screen (320 * 380 touch screen）and curved 3D curved glass for superior picture quality and touch sensitivity. Watch for men have more than 100+ unique online watch faces to choose from, you can also customize your watch face. It can be any photo, such as your family, star, pets, etc. Meanwhile, 4 levels manually adjust the brightness, so you can clearly see the displayed time and exercise data even in direct sunlight.
110+ Fitness Modes and IP68 Waterproof: The fitness tracker watch provides up to 110+ sports modes, covering running, cycling, fitness and other activities to meet the preferences of different users. During your workouts, it will record data like heart rate, steps, calories burned, distance, and active hours in real time. The smartwatch for men is IP68 waterproof, allowing you to wear it during outdoor activities, rainy days, and while washing hands (Note: Do Not use in showers, saunas, swimming etc).
24-Hour Health Activity Tracker: Smart watches for women track your Heart Rate and Sleep patterns around the clock(deep sleep, light sleep, sleep quality analysis). And Your can track your period with menstrual cycle tracking and ovulation prediction as well. All data is presented in the "GloryFit" app, offering a comprehensive view of your health status. Watches women it is compatible with Android 5.0 and higher and iOS 9.0 and higher.
30-day Standby Time and Multi-Functions: This smart watch for men has a large built-in 300 mAh battery that ensures up to 5-7 days of use and about 30 days of standby time with just 2 hours of charging. Sports watch also includes many utilities such as weather forecast, calculator, music control, camera control, alarm clock, sedentary reminder, stopwatch, timer, GPS, find your cell phone and more. Just enjoy your smart life by simply downloading GloryFit" for free from App Store or Google Play.

Bestseller No. 6

Smart Watch for Men Women, 1.85" HD Fitness Tracker with Bluetooth Calls, 120+ Sport Modes Fitness Watch, Fitness Tracker 24/7 Heart Rate/Sleep Monitor, IP68 Waterproof, Smartwatch for Android/iPhone

1.85'' HD Display & 200+ Customized Dials: Smart watch features a 1.85'' HD display for excellent visual effects. Features over 200+ built-in watch face designs. You can also upload images via the Da Fit app to achieve personalized customization
Bluetooth 5.3 Calling and Notifications: Smart watch for men features a high-definition speaker/microphone for seamless Bluetooth 5.3 calls. Smartwatch receive all kinds of messages, including SMS, social media messages (Unable to reply to messages)
Intelligent Voice Assistant: Smart watches comes with an intelligent voice assistant, which can easily perform voice commands such as checking the weather, making phone calls, playing music, setting alarms and so on. Make your life more convenient
120+ Sport Modes: Fitness tracker provides 120+ sport modes, including walking, hiking and yoga, to meet different exercise needs. Real-time data (calories, distance, duration) is recorded in detail and synchronized to the Da Fit app
24/7 Health & Activity Monitoring: Android smart watch has an advanced sensors that track your health indicators like heart rate and sleep quality 24 hours, recording your activity data all day and sync to app to help you live a healthier life

SaleBestseller No. 7

Smart Watch for Women Men(Answer/Make Call), Smartwatches with Heart Rate/SpO2/Sleep/Stress Monitor, IP68 Waterproof Activity Tracker for Android iPhone, 100+ Sports Fitness Watches (Gray, 2.01)

Bluetooth Call and Smart Notifications: The smart watch with a built-in speaker and microphone, you can make and receive calls directly on the smartwatch, freeing you from your phone. And raise your wrist to light up the screen to receive notifications for calls, messages, and social media alerts directly on your wrist, so you never miss an important update while staying focused on your fitness goals.
1.85"/2.01" HD Touch Screen and Customized Dial: The smart watch for men with a stylish design has two different screen sizes, 1.85 inches and 2.01 inches, with a comfortable adjustable watchband, suitable for men and women with different wrist sizes. The fitness watch app offers over 100 personalized dial wallpapers to choose from, you also can customize your dial wallpaper. And this smartwatches for men and women complements any outfit, whether you're at the gym or out for a casual stroll.
Comprehensive Health Tracking: Monitor your heart rate, Blood oxygen, stress, track your sleep(deep/light sleep), and analyze your daily activity levels with precision. In addition, this fitness tracker also has the functions of sedentary reminder and drink water reminder, let you keep an eye on your health and informed about your health metrics, empowering you to make informed decisions about your well-being.
Multi-Sport Mode and Waterproof: Whether you're running, cycling, walking, yoga or football, this smartwatch has you covered. This sports tracker accurately tracks your your data, such as steps, calories burned, and provides valuable insights to help you optimize your performance. This sports watch has IP68 waterproof rating, you don't have to worry about the normal use of the watch even when you are swimming, washing your hands or exercising in the rain.
Ultra-long Standby Time: The smartwatch for men and women is equipped with a fast magnetic charging cable, only takes 1.5-2 hours to provide 7-10 days of usage and above 30 days of standby time. This smart watch for android/iOS phones is compatible with most Android 5.0 and iOS 9.0 or higher smartphones on the market.

SaleBestseller No. 8

Smart Watch for Women Men, Smartwatch for iPhone & Android Bluetooth (Answer/Call) Built-in Alexa, 1.91" HD Fitness Tracker with 105+ Sport Modes, IP68 Waterproof, Sleep/Heart Rate/SpO2/Stress Monitor

【BUILT-IN ALEXA & BLUETOOTH CALLING】This brand-new smart watch features an integrated Amazon Alexa voice assistant and supports Bluetooth calling. You can interact with the watch to check messages, play music, set reminders and manage your schedule, get weather and traffic updates, and more. It significantly reduces the need to rely on your phone(Sending SMS is not supported).
【PERSONALIZED DIAL & INNOVATIVE ROTATABLE CROWN】The IDW20 sports smartwatch features a 1.91-inch HD LCD touchscreen with high touch sensitivity and exceptional display quality. The app offers over 100 different watch face styles, along with customizable options to showcase your personality. The innovative rotating crown function allows you to easily switch between watch interfaces, significantly enhancing the convenience of using the watch!
【24/7 HEALTH MONITORING & ACTIVE ALERTS】This smartwatch for women men provides round-the-clock tracking of your steps, distance, and calories burned. Equipped with advanced high-precision sensors, it accurately monitors your heart rate, blood oxygen levels, sleep quality and stress in real time. The smart watch will actively alert you with a vibration if any of your metrics deviate from the norm during daily activities. It also provides reminders for drinking water, alarms, reaching fitness goals, and women's health notifications. Your health is in good hands with this smartwatch!
【ACTIVITY TRACKER & IP68 WATERPROOF】This fitness tracker supports over 100 popular sports modes, providing accurate and scientific data for a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities including running, cycling, swimming, baseball, basketball, fitness, yoga, strength training, and free workouts. With an IP68 waterproof rating, you can confidently use it while swimming, sweating, or washing your hands. It's the perfect companion for all fitness enthusiasts!
【SMART NOTIFICATIONS & VERSATILITY】Get real-time notifications for social media messages, emails, and texts directly on your wrist, ensuring you never miss important information even when your phone is out of reach. This smart wristwatch also includes practical daily features such as time display, weather forecast, music control, camera control, alarm settings, and phone finder. It’s an excellent companion for everyday life!

Choosing the Best Smartwatch for Your iPhone: A Simple Buying Guide

Picking a new smartwatch to pair with your iPhone can be exciting, but it can also be confusing. You want a watch that works well, looks good, and helps you stay connected. This guide makes choosing easy. We look at what matters most so you can find the perfect wrist companion.

Key Features to Look For

Smartwatches do many things. You need to decide which features matter most to you. Think about what you want the watch to help you do every day.

1. Compatibility and Operating System

Apple Watch: If you own an iPhone, the Apple Watch offers the smoothest connection. It uses watchOS and works perfectly with all your Apple apps.
Third-Party Watches (e.g., Samsung, Fitbit): Some other brands connect to iPhones, but setup might be harder. Check reviews to ensure all core features (like notifications) work well with iOS.

2. Health and Fitness Tracking

Good fitness tracking is a must-have for many users. Look for accurate heart rate monitoring. GPS tracking helps map your runs without needing your phone. Sleep tracking gives you insights into how well you rest.

3. Battery Life

This is a big one. Some smartwatches last only one day. Others can last several days. If you hate charging things nightly, look for a watch with multi-day battery life.

4. Display Quality

You look at the screen all the time. A bright, clear display makes reading notifications easier, especially in sunlight. Always-On Display is a nice feature that lets you see the time without lifting your wrist.

Important Materials Matter

The materials used affect how the watch feels and how long it lasts. Think about your daily activities when choosing.

Case Construction

Aluminum: This material is light and affordable. It works great for everyday wear and light exercise.
Stainless Steel: Steel looks fancier and resists scratches better than aluminum. It feels heavier on the wrist.
Titanium: This is the strongest and lightest option, but it costs the most money.

Bands and Straps

Bands must match your lifestyle. Silicone or rubber bands are best for workouts because they handle sweat well. Leather bands look professional but do not hold up well when wet. Nylon or woven bands offer a good balance of comfort and durability.

Factors That Improve or Reduce Quality

What makes one watch feel premium and another feel cheap? It often comes down to sensors and software polish.

Quality Boosters:

Water Resistance Rating: A high rating (like 5 ATM) means you can swim with the watch. This shows good build quality.
Fast Processor: A quick chip makes apps open instantly. Slow watches frustrate users quickly.
Accurate Sensors: High-quality heart rate sensors provide reliable health data.

Quality Reducers:

Laggy Software: If the watch freezes or takes time to show notifications, the user experience drops sharply.
Proprietary Chargers: Some watches use special chargers that are easy to lose. Standard USB-C charging is always better.

User Experience and Use Cases

A great smartwatch fits seamlessly into your life. Consider how you plan to use it most often.

Everyday Connection:

If you just want to see texts and calls without pulling out your phone, focus on notification reliability and screen readability.

Fitness Focused:

If workouts are your priority, you need excellent GPS accuracy and long battery life so the watch lasts through long hikes or marathon training. Look for watches that track specific activities well.

Style and Convenience:

If you wear it to work, the watch should look good and allow for quick actions like paying for coffee using NFC payment features. Style matters when you wear it all day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Smartwatches with iPhone

Q: Do all smartwatches work perfectly with my iPhone?

A: No. The Apple Watch offers the best experience because it runs Apple’s software. Other brands might miss a few connection features.

Q: Can I use a third-party watch to answer phone calls from my iPhone?

A: Usually, yes, if the watch has a speaker and microphone. However, the connection might sometimes drop more often than with an Apple Watch.

Q: Is a cellular model necessary if I have my iPhone nearby?

A: A cellular model lets you leave your phone at home and still stream music or get calls. If you always take your phone, the cheaper GPS-only model is fine.

Q: How long should the battery last on a good smartwatch?

A: Most good smartwatches need charging every 1 to 2 days. If you use heavy features like constant GPS, this time will get shorter.

Q: Can I track my sleep accurately with these watches?

A: Yes, most modern smartwatches track sleep stages (light, deep, REM). Always check reviews to see how accurate the sleep data is compared to other devices.

Q: What does “water resistance rating” mean for swimming?

A: A rating like 5 ATM means the watch can handle pressure equivalent to swimming in shallow water. It means you can wear it in the shower or pool without worry.

Q: Do I need to charge the watch every single night?

A: Many people charge their Apple Watches overnight. Some competing brands offer 3-day battery life, letting you skip a night or two of charging.

Q: Are the cheaper smartwatches good enough for basic use?

A: Yes, if you only need to see notifications and track steps. Cheaper watches often lack advanced health sensors or have slower performance.

Q: How important is the size of the watch screen?

A: Screen size affects readability and how many apps you can see at once. Choose a size that feels comfortable on your wrist; bigger screens are easier to tap.

Q: If I switch from Android to iPhone, can I keep my old watch?

A: If your old watch was a Fitbit or Garmin, you probably can switch easily. If it was a Samsung Galaxy Watch, you will likely need to buy a new watch because those use Google’s Wear OS, which pairs poorly with iPhones.