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Splurge vs. Save: Must-Have Smartwatches for Every Budget

Jun 09, 2023 by

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It's small, sleek, and, most importantly, functional; it's no surprise that smartwatches have become one of the must-have devices you would want to wear wherever you go. These special devices offer a range of benefits, from helping you stay organized to tracking your fitness goals. Having one will be an upgrade.

So, if you are keen on purchasing one for yourself, a dear friend, or your sweet ol’ grandma, stick around to see which smartwatch best fits your budget!

It's time to check what smartwatch suits you!

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Galaxy Watch5

₱16,141

From Samsung Official Website

The Galaxy Watch5 is the most expensive item on this list. It supports phones with Android 8.0 and RAM 1.5 GB or higher; however, it functions with any Galaxy device. It's 34.6mm and has a 450 x 450 super AMOLED display, allowing you to comfortably tend to apps without squinting. Its sensors feature an accelerometer, heart sensor, bioelectrical impedance sensor, and more.

Its material is made of durable armored aluminum, holds a 410mAh battery advertised to last up to 40 hours, and supports fast charging. Plus, you can get this in Graphite, Sapphire, and Silver colors.


Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen

₱15,990

From Apple Official Website

Perhaps Team Apple is your bet if you aren’t in Team Android. If you already have Apple gadgets, then an Apple Watch SE 2 is a must-have. The 15.9k variant only functions with GPS; however, with its cellular version, it can work independently without your iPhone; the problem is that you have to spend more.

Along with its sensors, the kicker of the Apple Watch SE 2 is its water resistance of 50 meters, its speedier S8 dual-core processor, and handy voice functions. Its battery is advertised to last up to 18, and its materials are 100% completely recycled from the casing, haptic engine, and other elements engineered inside the watch. This watch has beefier versions, such as its Series 8 and Pro variant, but I can wholeheartedly recommend this entry-level device to the Apple space.


Garmin Venu Sq

₱14,995

From Garmin Official Website

Out of the two well-known brands, the Garmin Venu Sq squeezes itself into this list with undeniable fashion. Similar to the design of the Apple Watches, its sleek design is directed toward those who yearn for a minimalistic sports aesthetic. It features body battery energy monitoring, pulse ox sensor, menstrual cycle tracking, and stress tracking—get ready to see how stressed out you are.

Additionally, it can receive notifications such as emails, texts, and alerts. For the battery, it is stated to last up to six days in smartwatch mode and up to 14 hours in GPS mode with music.


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Amazfit GTS 2

₱4,490

From Amazfitph Shopee store

Can’t afford the expensive choices but want to grab a smartwatch? This one might be for you. The Amazfit GTS 2 smartwatch is slim and light in design. With its AMOLED display, you can check your workout routine and monitor your heart rate. As for its battery, it is advertised to have a 14-day battery life.


realme Watch

3,990

From realme Official Website

Cheap does not necessarily mean terrible. Aside from its competitive line of phones, realme also provides a good contender for smartwatches. Its 3.5cm 320x320  touch screen provides vivid visuals and responsive touch whenever you are on the go. The drawback you can expect, however, is its limited watch face, and for the case of the realme watch, it only has access to 12 built-in options. As for batteries, it is equipped with a 160mAh battery that can theoretically last for seven days at the minimum.


Huawei Band 7
2,599

From Huawei Official Website

Last but not least is Huawei’s release of its own smartwatch. As you can tell, it is not your average-shaped smartwatch, leaning towards similar designs to your Fitbit being rectangular. This watch mostly functions as a tracker with 96 workout modes; it is equipped with accelerometers, a gyroscope, and an optical heart rate sensor.

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