The best fitness trackers to buy right now

Fitness trackers have come a long way from being a simple band capable of only measuring steps to a health companion for many users. Today, a fitness tracker comes in the shape of either a smart band or a smartwatch, with the latter becoming a device of choice for most users. A modern fitness tracker is now able to track your steps, elevation, and even your heart health.

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While they are far from being medically certified as a health device, they are playing a role in early diagnosis. If you are in the market for the best fitness tracker, then there are plenty of options across different price segments and form factors. Here are the best options you can buy right now.

Best fitness trackers right now:

1. Fitbit Inspire 3

2. Apple Watch Ultra 2

3. Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

4. OnePlus Watch 2

5. Samsung Galaxy Fit 3

6. Fire-Boltt Dream

7. Noise ColorFit Pro 5

8. boAt Storm Pro

9. Amazfit Pop 3S

10. Titan Crest Smartwatch

Fitbit Inspire 3

Fitbit Inspire 3 is an entry-level fitness tracker from the Google-owned wearable brand Fitbit, and is arguably one of the best fitness trackers in the market. It comes with a 0.74-inch always-on colour AMOLED display and up to 10 days battery life. It is designed with fitness enthusiasts in mind and is capable of tracking your heart rate, sleep cycle, steps, calories burnt, stress, SpO2, and even Active Zone Minutes. 

It uses the heart rate sensor to calculate resting heart rate and sends alerts for unusually high and low heart rates. It also supports menstrual tracking and is rated swim proof up to 50 metres.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

When it comes to the best workout watches, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 should be on top of your list, if budget is not a constraint. It sports a titanium case and weighs around 62 grams. Powering the wearable is Apple’s S9 SiP with a 4-core neural engine, and its display is not only the brightest but a delight to look at. Apple Watch Ultra 2 is not only the best smartwatch for iPhone users but it is also a remarkable fitness tracker. 

It comes with a plethora of sensors including an electrical heart sensor, 3rd gen optical heart sensor, temperature sensor, compass, and altimeter to ensure it can handle any task you throw at it. With advanced metrics and views in the Workout app, the wearable is ideal for athletes, water sports enthusiasts, as well as outdoor adventurers.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

If you have a Samsung smartphone or any Android smartphone, then look no further than the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 for the best combination of smartwatch and fitness tracking.

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The Galaxy Watch 6 is one of the first wearables to get Wear OS 4 with Samsung’s One UI 5 user interface and brings personalised heart rate zones, improved sleep tracking, and custom workouts. Samsung has also improved the battery life with this model while offering features like skin temperature tracking, continuous SpO2 sensing, and snore detection.

OnePlus Watch 2

A good alternative to Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is the newly launched OnePlus Watch 2. It is the first WearOS smartwatch from OnePlus, and features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, 2GB RAM, and 32GB storage. It comes with comprehensive health monitoring and fitness tracking features with support for over 100 sports modes and an IP68 rating. It has an impressive battery backup for a WearOS device and VOOC fast charging makes sure you don’t need to remember to charge the device overnight.

Samsung Galaxy Fit 3

With a 1.57-inch display, IP68 water and dust resistance, up to 13 days of battery life, and heart rate monitoring, the Galaxy Fit 3 from Samsung is all about maximum features at an attractive price. The traditional smart band design will be appreciated by many users while its health features and Bluetooth calling will lead to peace of mind.

Fire-Boltt Dream

Fire-Boltt is the undisputed leader in India’s budget fitness watch market with a share of 30 per cent. One of its smartwatches getting a lot of attention is the Fire-Boltt Dream, which is among the few wearables in the sub-Rs 10,000 price segment to support 4G. It has a 2-inch display, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, 800mAh battery and runs AndroidOS. It supports Wi-Fi and has a dedicated 4G nano SIM slot.

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It is capable of monitoring your health metrics, though it stands out more for its connectivity feature.

Noise ColorFit Pro 5

Noise ColorFit Pro 5 is another budget wearable worth considering right now. As the second major fitness watch brand in the country, Noise offers wearables across different price segments, but ColorFit Pro 5 is its attempt to offer Bluetooth calling and IP68 dust and water resistance under Rs 5,000. The watch also comes with multiple sports modes, heart rate and SpO2 monitoring, sleep tracking, and other fitness features. It is also a stylish wearable available in eight different colours.

boAt Storm Pro

If your budget is less than Rs 2,000 and you want a smart wearable with Bluetooth calling then look no further than boAt Storm Pro. This smartwatch has a 1.78-inch AMOLED display, IP68 rating, Bluetooth calling, smart notifications, and up to 7 days battery life. On the health front, it has over 700 exercise modes and precise heart rate and SpO2 monitoring. It is affordable but doesn’t skimp on necessary features.

Amazfit Pop 3S

Amazfit Pop 3S is all about its large display and long battery life. It sports a 1.96-inch AMOLED display, Bluetooth calling, built-in voice assistant, and up to 12 days battery life. There is support for over 100 sports modes, SpO2 and heart rate monitoring, and even stress monitoring. It certainly looks premium and elegant for its price.

Titan Crest Smartwatch

Titan Crest is a sleek and circular smartwatch with a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, built-in voice assistant, IP68 rating, and support for Bluetooth calling and smart notifications.

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It also comes with 24×7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 and sleep monitoring, and auto-stress monitor. It has built-in games, music, and camera control and can last up to 5 days on a single charge.

India’s wearable market is one of the fastest growing in the world with over 60 active smartwatch OEMs. It means there is a smartwatch or fitness tracker for every user. However, the right wearable boils down to your requirements and price range. If price isn’t a concern and you use an iPhone, then Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the fitness tracker for you.

If you want a smaller watch then look at the Apple Watch Series 9, but be ready to trade the ultra’s rugged design for a more contemporary build. For Android users, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 or OnePlus Watch 2 are the top options, but there are other affordable alternatives too. There is no one-size-fits-all here. While some fitness trackers are ideal only for athletes, if you are looking for basic monitoring of your vitals, then even affordable fitness trackers can get the job done.