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Smartwatch comparison: which watch is right for you?
Short answer
If you have an iPhone, the Huawei Watch GT 6 is the only real option here, and it lasts by far the longest. With an Android phone, the Google Pixel Watch 4 LTE is the best pick if you want to make calls without your phone. The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 works best with Samsung phones. The Xiaomi Watch 2 is the budget way into Wear OS.
Our picks
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Google Pixel Watch 4 LTE, 45 mm, Matte Black
With LTE you can call and stream without your phone, and Google adds satellite emergency calling. Google claims up to 40 hours with the always-on display for the 45 mm model, and Pickr got about two days in its review. It only works with Android 11 or later, not with the iPhone.
€378.80€549.00Full buying guide -
Samsung Galaxy Watch8
The Watch8 puts Gemini right on your wrist and offers lots of health features. In Wearable Beat's review it lasted about 30 hours with the always-on display, so you will charge it daily. It is not compatible with the iPhone.
€217.99€329.00Full buying guide -
HUAWEI Watch GT 6
Huawei claims up to 12 days of typical use and up to 21 days of light use for the 46 mm model. It works with Android and iOS and has NFC and dual-band GPS. The catch: far fewer apps than Wear OS.
€174.23€249.00Full buying guide -
Xiaomi Watch 2
A sharp 1.43-inch AMOLED display, Google apps and GPS at a low price. Tech Advisor criticises the short battery life of about one day, an unreliable heart rate sensor and the outdated Wear OS 3.5. Xiaomi only lists Android as compatible.
€112.58€199.99
The models at a glance
| Model | OS | iPhone | Battery | LTE | Highlight | Price |
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| Google Pixel Watch 4 LTE | Wear OS | No (Android 11+) | up to 40 h with AOD (claimed, 45 mm) | Yes | Satellite SOS, Fitbit | €378.80 Amazon.de Ad |
| Samsung Galaxy Watch8 | Wear OS (One UI 8 Watch) | No | approx. 30 h with AOD (review) | Depends on variant | Gemini on the watch | €217.99 Amazon.de Ad |
| HUAWEI Watch GT 6 | Huawei's own OS | Yes (iOS 13+) | up to 12 days typical (claimed, 46 mm) | No | Dual-band GPS, NFC | €174.23 Amazon.de Ad |
| Xiaomi Watch 2 | Wear OS 3.5 | No (Android only listed) | approx. 1 day (review) | No | Cheap, AMOLED | €112.58 Amazon.de Ad |
Shop price as of 22/10/2026, 17:30. Prices may change. We earn a commission if you buy through this link.
How we compared
We did not test these watches ourselves. This guide is based on manufacturer specs, independent reviews (including Pickr, Wearable Beat and Tech Advisor) and deal prices from 20 Oct 2026. We label battery figures as either manufacturer claims or review results.
Check your phone first
The most important question is which phone you use. The Pixel Watch 4, Galaxy Watch8 and Xiaomi Watch 2 run Wear OS and need an Android phone. With an iPhone, the Huawei Watch GT 6 is the only option in this comparison.
Apps or battery life?
Wear OS watches offer Google Maps, Google Wallet, voice assistants and lots of apps, but need charging every day or two. The Huawei lasts more than a week but offers only a few third-party apps.
Do you need LTE?
With LTE you can make calls, get messages and stream music without your phone, for example on a run. You usually need an eSIM plan or a multi-SIM add-on from your carrier, which costs extra.
Frequently asked questions
Which smartwatch works with the iPhone?
In this comparison, only the Huawei Watch GT 6. According to Huawei it supports iOS 13 or later. The Pixel Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch8 do not work with the iPhone.
Which smartwatch has the longest battery life?
The Huawei Watch GT 6. Huawei claims up to 12 days of typical use for the 46 mm model, while the Wear OS watches manage about one to two days.
Does the Galaxy Watch8 work with other Android phones?
Yes, it works with Android phones from other brands. It is best integrated with Samsung phones, though.
Is the Xiaomi Watch 2 still worth it?
At the deal price it is a cheap way into Wear OS. Expect to charge it daily and to live with an older Wear OS version.
Did you test the watches yourselves?
No. We analyse manufacturer data and independent reviews and compare current prices.
Sources
We did not lab-test the devices ourselves. Specs come from the manufacturers, assessments from the independent reviews linked below. Prices at the time shown.