10 best smartwatches with an in-built calling function

Gone are the days when wearable accessories were simply a way to check your notifications. Smartwatches, in particular, have undergone a significant transformation, with these gadgets now boasting advanced features that extend far beyond a glance at your latest message. Today’s smartwatches offer a compelling combination of advanced fitness tracking capabilities and built-in calling functionality, letting you leave your smartphone behind for a while. A calling smartwatch might be perfect if staying connected without your phone is a priority.

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With LTE connectivity, these devices let you leave your phone behind for a bit, and yet stay in touch and active. On the other hand, non-cellular smartwatches still enable you to receive and make calls, but they require a connection to your phone via Bluetooth or network (Bluetooth calling). So if you’re in the market for a calling smartwatch, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the top performers in this category. Here’s a look at the best options to keep you connected and active.

Best smartwatches with call function

1. OnePlus Watch 2

2. Fire-Boltt Dream

3. Apple Watch SE Cellular

4. Fire-Boltt Oracle

5. Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic

6. Fire-Boltt Combat

7. Noise HRX Bounce

8. Nothing Watch Pro

9. Amazfit Pop 3S

10. Croma Velocity AM

1. OnePlus Watch 2

Striking a balance between style and functionality, the OnePlus Watch 2 surpasses its forgettable predecessor and is a serious contender in the Android smartwatch market. The smartwatch comes with a robust calling function, letting you answer and make calls directly from your wrist via Bluetooth. You get a long-lasting battery with up to 100 hours in Smart Mode. Furthermore, with its VOOC fast charging capabilities, you can go from near empty to 100% in just 60 minutes and get a day’s worth of battery life with just 10 minutes of charge. 

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The OnePlus Watch 2 also comes with a snappier and more powerful Snapdragon W5 chip and 2GB of RAM for smooth performance and multitasking. There are over 100 sports modes for comprehensive workout tracking, and when it comes to durability, the Watch 2 has an IP68 dust and water resistance rating, meaning you can sweat it out at the gym or explore the outdoors worry-free. Plus, thanks to dual-frequency GPS, you can enjoy precise outdoor tracking.

2. Fire-Boltt Dream

The Fire-Boltt Dream stands out for its ability to function as a mini-smartphone on your wrist. Equipped with a 4G LTE SIM slot and Wi-Fi, you can make and receive calls directly from the watch and even access social media like Facebook and WhatsApp – all from your wrist. It also comes fitted with a quad-core Cortex-A 7MP processor with 2GB RAM and 16GB inbuilt storage. You also get a built-in keyboard and voice inputs to make typing or voice commands a breeze. 

Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the built-in heart rate monitor, blood pressure tracking, and multiple sports modes. Additionally, the 800mAh battery promises up to 36 hours of usage on a single charge. With features like GPS, IP67 water resistance, and voice assistant support, the Fire-Boltt Dream is a feature-packed smartwatch that keeps you connected, informed, and entertained throughout the day.

3. Apple Watch SE Cellular

The Apple Watch SE Cellular is a great choice for iPhone users who care about staying fit and want a smartwatch that’s not too expensive. While not the absolute cheapest option, it delivers solid performance and has built-in cellular connectivity, letting you stay connected with calls or texts, and even stream music directly from your wrist. The SE also features a bright Retina display and a comfortable design. 

It comes with plenty of built-in safety features like Fall Detection and irregular heart rate notifications for peace of mind, while advanced fitness tracking with detailed metrics helps you stay motivated on your health journey. In addition to fitness tracking, the SE helps you stay organised with features like voice guidance, calendar reminders, and Siri. It’s also tough and waterproof, so you can wear it everywhere, whether you’re at the gym or in the pool.

4. Fire-Boltt Oracle

If you’re looking for a smartwatch that keeps you connected without your phone, then the Fire-Boltt Oracle might be your answer. This feature-packed smartwatch has a built-in SIM slot with 4G LTE capabilities for making and receiving calls directly from your wrist. Beyond just calling, the Oracle runs a full Android OS that grants access to the Google Play Store, letting you download your favourite social media apps, music streaming services, or anything else that suits your fancy. 

The Oracle also comes packed with additional features like health monitoring (heart rate, SpO2), GPS, water resistance, multiple sports modes as well as extra features like health tracking and notifications. It also has a 700mAh long-lasting battery, offering a day’s worth of juice, while the vibrant 1.96-inch display with 600 nits of brightness and a smooth 60Hz refresh rate make viewing notifications or using apps easy. The smartwatch also has Google Assistant built-in, so you can control it with your voice.

5. Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic offers the best of both worlds: a classic, sophisticated design with a rotating bezel and a suite of advanced health and fitness features. The vivid Super AMOLED display and rotating bezel make it easy to view notifications and navigate menus, while the durable build and water resistance up to 1.5 metres, ensure the smartwatch can keep up with your active lifestyle. Thanks to built-in Bluetooth calling functionality, you can make and receive calls directly from your wrist.

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One of the unique and innovative fitness features of the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic is the Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) sensor that measures body composition, including body fat percentage and skeletal muscle mass, in just 15 seconds. The smartwatch can automatically detect your activity letting you track workouts with over 90 different exercise modes. There’s also a sleep tracking feature that provides a detailed sleep analysis to help you improve your sleep quality. 

6. Fire-Boltt Combat

The Fire-Boltt Combat stands out as a budget-friendly smartwatch with impressive call functionality. Its Bluetooth calling lets you answer calls directly on the watch, while its durable design, military-grade build, and IP68 rating make it resistant to water, shock, and scratches. The smartwatch has a 1.95-inch HD display for clear viewing and comes with more than 150 sports modes. 

It also features a SpO2 sensor to monitor blood oxygen levels, a heart rate monitor for workout intensity, and even sleep tracking for recovery optimization. There’s even an AI voice assistant that allows for hands-free control, and the long-lasting battery delivers up to 8 days of use on a full charge. 

7. Noise HRX Bounce

The Noise HRX Bounce is a solid choice for budget-minded users looking for a smartwatch with Bluetooth calling. Not only can you answer calls from your wrist but there are over 100 sports modes and health tracking features like heart rate, SpO2, and sleep monitoring to keep you motivated and on track towards your fitness goals. The IP67 water resistance ensures the watch can handle sweat, splashes, and even shallow dips. Plus, the long battery life of up to 7 days makes it perfect for everyday wear.

8. Nothing Watch Pro

The CMF Watch Pro packs a bunch of useful features at a price that’s hard to beat, making it perfect for anyone who wants good value without spending too much. It boasts crystal clear calling thanks to a built-in microphone, speaker, and AI noise reduction, while the large, always-on AMOLED display with a remarkable 600 nits brightness ensures you’ll have no trouble viewing notifications and health data even in direct sunlight. 

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For the fitness enthusiast, the smartwatch offers a staggering 110 sports modes, tracking everything from distance and calorie burn to heart rate and blood oxygen saturation (SpO2). There’s also built-in GPS for accurate route recording, while a long-lasting 340mAh battery promises up to 13 days of typical use on a single charge. The CMF Watch Pro is water resistant, thanks to its IP68 rating and features advanced health tracking, monitoring your sleep quality and stress levels and even offers breathing exercises.

9. Amazfit Pop 3S

The Amazfit Pop 3S smartwatch is another great option for people who want a mix of style and usefulness. It has a colourful 1.96-inch HD AMOLED screen that’s easy to see, housed in a 2.5D curved glass and a glossy metallic frame. Beyond its built-in Bluetooth call function, it also has over 100 sports modes for tracking workouts, while health-conscious users can leverage 24/7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 tracking, and stress monitoring. 

The Amazfit Pop 3S offers an impressive 12-day battery life, ensuring uninterrupted use throughout the week and even has voice assistant compatibility with Siri and Google Assistant. To top it all off, you also have the option to control music directly from the smartwatch and there are over 100 watch faces to choose from, letting you match the watch face to your outfit, mood, or occasion. 

10. Croma Velocity AM

If affordability is a priority in your smartwatch hunt, but you still crave built-in calling functionality and all other fitness features, the Croma Velocity AM is a smartwatch worth considering. It features Bluetooth calling and a speaker, so you can answer calls directly on your wrist while the large 1.78-inch AMOLED display is crisp and bright. 

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Beyond calls, the Velocity AM offers a whole host of health-tracking features such as heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen, and sleep to gain valuable insights into your well-being. Furthermore, with over 100 sports modes, you can track your workouts and get detailed data on your performance. The watch even has a durable, IP68 water-resistant design that can handle sweat, rain, and splashes. This watch has a battery life of 3-5 days.

These are our top choices for smartwatches with calling capabilities, bringing together advanced technology and convenience for today’s lifestyle. Whether you prefer LTE connectivity or Bluetooth calling, these watches let you stay connected without always needing your phone nearby. For more insights, stay tuned to Unboxed by Croma.