15 fitness trackers that look like a regular watch

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

A selection of hybrid devices that combine analog elements with the capabilities of digital gadgets.

1. Nokia Steel Black

A smartwatch with an analog dial tracks physical activity and sleep quality throughout the day. The case is made of stainless steel and can withstand short-term immersion in water up to 50 meters, which makes it possible to use them while swimming. The gadget is fixed on the hand with a silicone strap with a secure lock.

Nokia Steel synchronizes with smartphones on Android (version 5.0 and newer) and iOS (version 8.0 and newer) via Bluetooth using a special program.

The watch mobile app allows you to analyze your exercise data and activate smart alarm mode to collect information about your sleep quality. They will wake up with a light vibration at the most appropriate time.

They do not need to be charged: Nokia Steel runs on CR2032 battery for about eight months.

2. MyKronoz ZeSport

A smartwatch with physical minute and hour hands that sit on top of a touchscreen display. They line up horizontally as you read or reply to a message.

The rugged case is protected from moisture and dust penetration, as well as low falls. This watch has a pedometer, heart rate monitor, altimeter, barometer and calorie counter. In addition, the device has a built-in microphone for telephone conversations: you don't have to take your smartphone out of your pocket.

MyKronoz ZeSport gives you the ability to control your smartphone camera during photo shoots alone. If the connection between the watch and the phone is interrupted, the gadget notifies about this with a signal so that you do not lose your smartphone.

The watch needs to be recharged, a full charge of the battery will last for about three days of active use.

3. Garmin Vivomove HR

A hybrid watch with an analog dial and a touchscreen in a stainless steel case. Water and dust resistant, adjustable strap made of silicone.

This watch allows you to receive SMS and phone call alerts. Built-in sensors help you monitor your health and monitor your physical activity.

The device can count the number of steps taken, measure your heart rate, and collect data on sleep quality and overall physical activity in the Garmin Connect Mobile app.

Runs on battery up to 14 days in watch mode and about 5 days in smart mode, charged via USB in 3-4 hours.

4. Xiaomi Mijia Quartz Watch

Smart watches from Xiaomi are made of stainless steel and tempered glass. The detachable strap is made of genuine leather. The watch case is protected from rain, but you won't be able to swim in it.

The device has two dials to display the current time and the number of steps taken per day. Supports Android (version 4.4 and higher) and iOS (version 7.0 and higher) operating systems. You can control the watch with a single button on the case or through the MiHome app.

In addition to counting the number of steps, this watch can notify you of incoming important calls and messages. They also allow you to set a timer or interval reminder, which is useful for sports training.

Xiaomi Mijia Quartz Watch runs on CR2430 battery for about six months.

5. Withings Nokia Steel HR Sport Black

A watch with mechanical hands and a miniature display on which the information collected by the sensors is displayed. The body of the device is made of stainless steel and is protected from water: in the watch you can take a shower and swim without diving.

The Withings Nokia Steel Steel HR is equipped with a heart rate sensor to monitor your heart rate around the clock. Also, the watch can show on the display statistics on physical exercise, the number of calories burned and the distance traveled, notifications from the smartphone and the battery level.

The device can recognize activities and record the quality of sleep in different phases. The information from the watch is automatically saved in the Health Mate app.

For adjustment and control, there is a button on the right side of the dial. The watch lasts about 25 days from one charge, the battery is charged via a magnetic connection.

6. Lenovo Watch X Sports Edition

The case of this watch is made of stainless steel and is protected from moisture and dust according to the IP68 standard: you can swim and take a shower in it. The watch has an analog dial and an OLED display, and the hands have a phosphor backlight that helps you check the time in the dark.

The Lenovo Watch X has a heart rate monitor, barometer, thermometer, blood pressure sensor and gyroscope. The watch can measure pulse and blood pressure (not the most accurate data), notify about calls and incoming messages.

They can also count the number of steps, the distance traveled per day, the calories burned, and also collect data on the quality and duration of sleep. In addition, this watch is able to remind you of the need for physical activity during the day.

With their help, you can control the smartphone camera and activate the search mode for the device, if you cannot find it in any of the pockets. The watch beeps or vibrates if the phone is outside a 10-meter radius and the connection is lost.

7. Noerden Life 2+

The hybrid watch with a minimalist design monitors physical activity and transfers the collected data to the smartphone. The watch dial is protected by a sapphire crystal with a very high scratch resistance. The robust stainless steel housing keeps water out of your pool or shower.

Noerden Life 2+ can serve as a remote control for a music player on a smartphone (switching songs) and are able to notify by vibration about new messages and calls. The watch's activity tracker counts calories burned, distance traveled, and steps taken while walking and running.

The Noerden Life app organizes the data collected by the clock, and also allows you to set personal goals for the number of steps and hours of sleep for each day. The device can also sync this information with the Apple Health app.

The watch can store information for up to 30 days without synchronizing with a smartphone. The Noerden Life 2+ runs on battery power for six months with all features turned on.

8. Withings Move

You can shower and swim in this watch, it will track all your physical activity - both on land and in the water. All data is saved in the Health Mate app when synchronized with a smartphone.

The watch is compatible with devices running iOS 10 (and above) and Android 6 (and above). In the app, you can view tracking results using easy-to-use charts.

Withings Move is able to analyze the phases and quality of sleep, as well as wake up at the most appropriate moment for maximum alertness. Pressing the side button activates the training mode, which includes a chronograph and GPS module for building a map of your run and determining your pace.

The watch can operate on battery power for about a year without recharging.

9. Guess Connect Jax

Classic design watch with quartz movement, leather strap, steel case and mineral glass. They are not afraid of rain, you can wash your hands in them, but you should not swim. The user has access to the alarm and timer functions, which must be configured through the mobile application.

Guess Connect can measure sleep duration and work as a fitness tracker: they count the number of steps, distance traveled during the day and calorie consumption.

When changing the time zone, the time and date are automatically synchronized with the smartphone. They do not require recharging and operate on battery power for about a year.

10. MyKronoz ZeTime Petite Elite

Smart watch with physical hands powered by a quartz movement and a touch screen. Arrows, if necessary, line up in a horizontal line, without interfering with reading and interaction with the display.

On the screen, you can view notifications from instant messengers, the names of callers, read and reply to messages, control music playback on your smartphone, and monitor your physical activity.

This watch has a pedometer, heart rate monitor, and other sensors for collecting data on sports training, overall activity during the day, and sleep quality. The device is compatible with Android (version 6.0 and above) and iOS (version 8.0 and above) operating systems.

In the app, you can set goals to fulfill during your workouts. MyKronoz ZeTime Petite Elite allows you to set a timer, find a lost phone and control the camera of the device remotely.

The battery capacity is enough for about three days of active use or 30 days in normal watch mode.

11. Casio G-Shock GBA-800-1A

Quartz watch with analogue-digital dial with customizable LED backlight. The shock-resistant housing has a high level of protection against water: you can dive in them with scuba diving without consequences for the device.

Synchronized with a smartphone via Bluetooth, saving the activity tracker data. They keep track of steps taken, calories burned and overall physical activity.

This watch from Casio features a stopwatch, a timer with multiple countdown modes, an alarm clock, and an automatic calendar until 2099. Battery life for about two years.

12. Caterpillar B1.145.21.127

The watch in a steel case with a silicone strap is reliably protected from water and will even withstand diving. They can track the number of steps and calories burned, collect information about physical activity and sleep quality.

Notify about incoming calls, new messages, letters and notifications from social networks or calendar. Compatible with Android (version 4.3 and up) and iOS (version 8.0 and up).

They are powered by a built-in battery, the capacity of which is enough for five days of active work.

13. Noerden Mate 2

A hybrid watch that collects data on physical activity, sleep quality, and notifies about calls and messages. You can wash your hands in them, take a shower, they can even withstand falling into water, but swimming is not recommended.

Equipped with an activity tracker with sensors that count steps taken and calories burned. Various types of physical activity are determined: walking, running, cycling. Maintain a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) regimen. They signal the beginning and end of each approach.

Noerden Mate 2 has an alarm clock, music and smartphone camera control functions, and the ability to find your phone. They automatically adjust to time zone changes while traveling.

One battery lasts approximately six months.

14. Zeblaze Vibe 4

This digital watch with mechanical hands counts steps, calories burned, average speed, walking time and distance traveled. Saves physical activity data for the last 15 days. When synchronized with a smartphone, they will notify about incoming calls and messages.

Zeblaze Vibe 4 will withstand short immersion in water, but swimming in them is not recommended.

To communicate with the phone, the watch uses the Sports + application, in which you can set an alarm and view all the information collected by the sensors.

Using the physical buttons of the watch, you can control the smartphone camera and send an SOS alert message to a specific phone number in case of danger.

Zeblaze Vibe 4 is powered by a CR2450 battery, which will last for a year of active use or 18 months with more moderate use.

15. Samsung Galaxy Watch 42 mm

The Galaxy Watch does not have physical hands or analogue mechanisms, but it does a good job of imitating a classic wristwatch with a voluminous dial and a ticking sound.

This is a device for those who want to get an experience of use close to traditional watches without mechanical flaws and periodically interfering hands. Always On Display keeps the dial display always on. And the protection of the watch case allows you not only to take a shower in it, but also to swim with immersion under water.

The gadget can measure heart rate and automatically record information about various physical activities - there are 39 possible options in the tracking list. All data is collected in the Samsung Health app.

The Galaxy Watch also analyzes sleep phases, records awakening, displays weather information, a to-do list, and reminders. The watch has built-in GPS and GLONASS modules to determine the location and route of movement.

The device supports NFC for contactless payment using Samsung Pay. The watch has 4GB of memory for storing files, it can play music and stream to Bluetooth devices.