In the ever-evolving tech world there are new gadgets being released every day, and one option on the market which is hard to beat is a smartwatch. It can be confusing when making your choice so buying the right product to meet your requirements is important.

A smartwatch which just gives you notifications is a thing of the past, many models now come complete with a fitness tracker to help you monitor your health, give you the ability to answer your phone and send messages, and in some cases have a digital wallet.

A smartwatch is basically a miniature smartphone on your wrist with the added benefit of health and fitness features. The advantage of a smartwatch is the option to link together notifications from your smartphone such as texts, calls, emails, calendar appointments and social media messages. You can also use your smartwatch as a health and fitness tracker which is an added bonus.

They can have features which enable you to track specific activities such as running, walking, cycling and swimming. There are also thousands of downloadable health-related software programs, or apps, for smartphones, which can help you monitor your physical activity, plan healthier meals, and keep track of your blood pressure and other personal data.

You could even stay on top of your glucose levels with a cutting-edge glucose-monitoring smartwatch featuring light sensors for instant, precise wrist readings. These handy gadgets let you enjoy continuous, reliable data and bid farewell to finger pricks, streamlining your diabetes management.

Here is a round-up of some great models on the market:

Apple Watch Series 6 – a great overall Smartwatch for Iphone users.

Key Features:

1. GPS model lets you take calls and reply to texts.
2. Measures your blood oxygen.
3. Check your heart rhythm with the ECG app.
4. The Always-On Retina display is 2.5x brighter outdoors when your wrist is down.
5. Track your daily activity on Apple Watch, measure workouts like running, walking, cycling, yoga, swimming, and dance.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 – best overall for android users.

1. Very stylish, it comes in two sizes, two finishes, three colors and, 50,000 plus watch faces-with military-grade durability and water resistance.
2. Gives you the freedom to call, text, stream music and get notifications via Bluetooth connectivity.
3. You can share the PDF report of your ECG recording with your health care provider using the Samsung Health Monitor app on your compatible Galaxy phone.
4. The AKG-tuned 12mm speaker and enhanced bass tone play everything in studio-quality sound.
5. Turn on Active Noise Cancellation to block out background noise on an airplane, train or bus.

If you’re looking for a stylish option, the Motorola Moto 360 3rd Generation. The new Moto 360 Smart watch is meticulously designed, premium engineering.

1. Wear OS by Google for Android and iPhone support.
2. Exceptional design and durability - Crafted from premium materials: industry leading scratch resistant glass.
3. Quick Charge in 60 minutes - Industry Leading Battery.
4. All your favorite apps on WearOS - Spotify, Google Music, Google Pay, Shazam, Viber and many more. The latest GPS, heart rate and step counting technology, with seamless compatibility whether you are an iPhone or Android user.
5. Track your workouts with built inGPS, heart rate and step count technology.

If you’re looking for more budget friendly options the Apple series 3 and Samsung Galalaxy Active 2 still pack a punch.