Amazon offers various offers on smartwatcheswith models suitable for health monitoring, workouts and everyday use. The selection includes Amazfit Active 2 from €94.99Amazfit Balance from €104.99Garmin Instinct 3 from €277.49Samsung Galaxy Watch9 from €370 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 from €630with important differences between autonomy, GPS, sports functions, NFC payments, resistance and connectivity.
Amazfit Active 2 it is available at €94.99, compared to the €149.90 list price. It is a compact 43 mm smartwatch designed for those who want to monitor physical activity, sleep and heart rate parameters without giving up offline maps and a very bright display.
The 1.75-inch AMOLED panel reaches 2,000 nits and uses sapphire glass, while the case pairs a stainless steel bezel with a polymer frame. The device weighs approximately 31 grams without the strap and features water resistance up to 5 ATM.
GPS supports five satellite systems and allows you to download maps fromZepp appwith turn-by-turn voice directions via Bluetooth speaker or headphones. The BioTracker monitors heart rate, sleep and blood oxygenation; Zepp Coach offers adaptive training plans, including programs from 3km up to marathon. There are over 160 sports modes, automatic recording of sets and repetitions in strength training and a dedicated mode for HYROX.
There 260 mAh battery offers up to 10 days of typical use, 5 days with heavy use and 21 hours with continuous GPS. To preserve waterproofness and materials, it is advisable to avoid soap, disinfectants and detergents: in case of contact, the manufacturer indicates immediate rinsing with clean water.
Amazfit Active 3 Premium it drops to €131.90, compared to the list price of €169.90. It is the most running-oriented proposal among the Amazfit models present in the selection, with sapphire glass, GPS, offline maps and tools for analyzing running technique.
There stainless steel case it houses a 1.32-inch AMOLED display with 466 × 466 pixel resolution and up to 3,000 nits of brightness. The weight is approximately 38 grams without the strap and the water resistance reaches 5 ATM.
GPS supports five satellite systems and allows you to download free maps with turn-by-turn directions and automatic route recalculation. Zepp Coach offers programs from 5K to marathon, while the data recorded includes running power, posture, lactate threshold and ground contact time. The equipment includes over 170 sports modes, Bluetooth calls and voice responses to messages via Zepp Flow on Android devices.
The HybridTracker sensor detects heart rate, blood oxygenation, stress and sleep quality, offering useful data for evaluating recovery and training load. The battery guarantees up to 12 days of typical battery life and up to 7 days with intense use. The presence of NFC enables Zepp Pay, with association of up to eight bank cards, when the service and the bank are compatible.
Amazfit Balance it is offered at €104.99, compared to the €209.90 list price. It’s the model with the lower price compared to the price list in the selection and focuses on a good compromise between smart functions, health monitoring and extended autonomy.
The 1.5-inch AMOLED display offers 480 × 480 pixel resolution and up to 1,500 nits of brightness. The 46 mm case weighs approximately 35 grams without the strap, integrates an aluminum alloy frame and is water resistant up to 5 ATM.
GPS supports six satellite systems and allows you to use offline maps downloaded via Zepp. The system records data from sports activities and offers over 150 modes, while Zepp Coach creates adaptive programs for 3km, 5km, 10km, half marathon and marathon races.
The biometric sensor monitors heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, heart rate variability and sleep. The function Readiness Insights develops a daily score linked to physical and mental recovery, useful for choosing whether to favor activity or rest.
Zepp Flow lets you control watch features by voice and respond to messages vocally on Android. The device supports Bluetooth calls and contactless payments with Zepp Pay via NFC, with the ability to pair up to eight cards. The 475 mAh battery offers up to 14 days of typical use.
Amazfit Active Max it is equally interesting and the Amazfit model most suitable for those who prefer a large display and a battery capable of lasting for many days without frequent recharging.
The 1.5-inch AMOLED panel has 480 × 480 pixel resolution and peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. The case measures approximately 48.5 mm, weighs 39.5 grams without the strap and offers water resistance up to 5 ATM.
THE 4GB of memory internal allows you to save offline maps and audio content, while the GPS supports five satellite systems with turn-by-turn directions. There are over 170 sport modes and customized Zepp Coach plans available, from 3K to marathon programs. HybridCharge monitoring takes into account stress, activity and recovery to help gauge the level of energy available.
Active Max supports Bluetooth calls, built-in microphone and speaker, Zepp Flow voice commands on Android, and contactless payments via NFC and Zepp Pay, with up to eight paired cards. The battery guarantees up to 25 days of typical use, up to 13 days with heavy use and up to 64 hours of continuous GPS.
Let’s abandon the Amazfit with Garmin Instinct 3 45 mm. It is the most resistance-oriented sportwatch of the selection, designed for outdoor activities and structured workouts rather than for use based solely on notifications and smart functions.
There 45 mm case it uses fiber-reinforced polymer and a metal bezel, while the 1.2-inch AMOLED display offers 390 × 390 pixel resolution and Always-On mode. The weight is approximately 53 grams, the internal memory amounts to 4GB and the water resistance reaches 10 ATM. The built-in LED flashlight offers variable intensities and strobe modes.
Multiband GPS supports GPS, GLONASS and Galileo and also uses altimeter, barometer and compass. The function TracBack helps you follow the reverse path to the starting point, while Garmin Coach, VO2 max, Training Load, Training Status, Training Readiness and recovery times support activity planning.
Health monitoring includes heart rate, oxygenation, sleep, breathing, stress, Body Battery, hydration and parameters dedicated to female health. Garmin Pay handles contactless payments, while smart notifications show calls, texts, reminders and calendar appointments. Incident Detection and Assistance can send your location to emergency contacts when the device is paired with your smartphone.
The battery reaches 18 days in smartwatch mode, 7 days with Always-On, 32 hours with GPS only, 25 hours with all satellite systems and 23 hours with all satellite systems and multiband.
Samsung Galaxy Watch9 44 mm in the Bluetooth version is offered at €385, compared to the €439 list price, with an additional promotion that allows you to save €15 by combining a suitable strap. It is the newly arrived Samsung smartwatch and is particularly suitable for those looking for a lightweight device for health, sports, notifications and daily use.
The display 44mm Super AMOLED it reaches 3,000 nits and uses sapphire glass. The case measures 43.7 × 46 × 8.6 mm and weighs approximately 34 grams, while the battery has a capacity of 445 mAh. The format lighter distinguishes it from the Galaxy Watch Ultra2, which focuses on titanium, LTE and outdoor resistance.
Sleep monitoring detects when you fall asleep and wake up and provides personalized insights into your nighttime habits. Galaxy Watch9 also analyzes activity, heart rate and recovery to suggest when to increase training intensity or give your body a break.
The Cardiac Score summarizes some indicators of cardiovascular well-being and offers suggestions related to training, routine, stress and recovery. The system allows you to read notifications, send messages, check the weather and manage tasks from your wrist, with full integration into the Galaxy ecosystem and compatible Android services.
In the end, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 47 mm in Titanium Silver and with LTE connectivity is available at €630, compared to the €749 list price. It is the most resistant and complete model of the selection, intended for hiking, trail running, cycling, swimming and demanding outdoor activities.
There 47mm titanium case it houses a 1.52-inch Super AMOLED display with 498 × 498 pixel resolution and up to 5,000 nits of brightness, protected by sapphire glass. The 800 mAh battery offers up to 60 hours with Always-On Display active and fast charging can reach approximately 40% in 30 minutes.
Galaxy Watch Ultra2 integrates 2GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory, together with Snapdragon Wear Elite. LTE connectivity via eSIM allows calls, notifications and data even without a smartphone nearby, if your phone plan supports the service. Dual GPS improves tracking accuracy thanks to the L1 and L5 bands.
The resistance equipment includes IP69K certification, MIL-STD-810H military standard, 10 ATM and EN13319 compliance for immersions up to 40 meters. The device adds features dedicated to sports, health and safety, with sensors for heart rate, oxygenation, ECG, altimeter, compass, temperature, accelerometer and gyroscope.
Compared to Galaxy Watch9Galaxy Watch Ultra2 offers a larger battery, LTE already integrated, brighter display, titanium case, Dual GPS and protections designed for outdoor use. The higher price is therefore mainly linked to resistance, autonomy and connectivity, while Galaxy Watch9 remains more suitable for those looking for a light watch for everyday life.
Which one to choose
The selection covers very different needs. Amazfit Active 2 is the cheapest proposal with offline maps, bright display and over 160 sports; Active 3 Premium adds sapphire glass, NFC and more running-specific tools. Amazfit Balance offers the lowest price compared to the list and a profile that ranges between health, autonomy and smart functions, while Active Max favors a large display, 4GB of memory and up to 25 days of battery.
Garmin Instinct 3 is the most suitable choice for those who favor multiband GPS, training metrics, flashlight and 10 ATM resistance. Samsung Galaxy Watch9 instead offers the best compromise in the Android and Galaxy ecosystem, with a sapphire display, sleep and health functions and a lightweight body. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is at the top in terms of technical equipment: LTE, titanium, 5,000 nits, Dual GPS, 800 mAh and EN13319 certification make it the ideal model for those who tackle more demanding outdoor activities and require greater autonomy.
