According to recent numbers from Counterpoint Research, more people are buying watches. Between 2020 and 2021, the Global Smartwatch Model Tracker shows that the market has grown by 23%, with more than 127 million units shipped and a record-high 40 million shipped. There are a few possible reasons for the growth, but we want to know why our readers buy them.
Years ago, smartwatches seemed like a niche category, with devices that offered little in terms of value and giving users little reason to spend money on an extra device when they could achieve the same functions with their phone. You would find that plenty of the best Android watches are worth considering, depending on your needs.
Many people buy a watch for their fitness. Many watches can track workouts such as running, hiking, and swimming. It also helps that many of the watches have features that help keep track of your routes. If you want to know what areas you need to focus on to meet your goals, the BIA sensor on theGalaxy Watch 4 is helpful.
There is also the health aspect to consider. Continuous heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, SpO2 monitoring, and more are some of the health features that are included in the Fitbit Sense. You will find some devices with more advanced features like stress management and menstrual tracking. You can use the companion app on the device to get a more comprehensive view of your health, or you can read many of these metrics straight on the smartwatch display.
There is the convenience of a watch. They can be used to check messages, control music, and more without taking out your phone. You can leave your watch at home while you go for a run if they are LTE-enabled. This is one of the reasons why you should buy a fitness tracker over a watch.
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