If you’re an iPhone owner in search of a smartwatch, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better match than the Apple Watch. In 2026, Apple sells three models: the flagship Series 11, the rugged Ultra 3 and the budget-friendly SE 3. Each watch is aimed at different people and varies when it comes to price. With WatchOS 26 bringing new health features like hypertension notifications and sleep scores to older models, those may also be worth a look if you can find a good deal. SMARTWATCH DE...

If you’re an iPhone owner in search of a smartwatch, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better match than Apple’s own. The Apple Watch is both a smart companion and a reliable fitness partner with its smooth UI, seamless compatibility with Apple’s entire suite of products and powerful health tools that are constantly getting updated and improved. SMARTWATCH DEALS OF THE WEEK Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article. Best Apple...

There are plenty of affordable smartwatches out there, but only a few are actually worth your time. The sub-$100 category has become the wild west of wearables; crowded with imposters making big claims and delivering on very few. We haven’t tested every bargain-bin watch on the market, but we’ve tested enough to know when we’ve found a rare gem. A watch that goes beyond just the basics, with solid health and fitness tracking, smartphone features that actually work, and a multi-day battery...