Keep track of your steps with the best smartwatches for women UK

The Fitbit Charge 5 is a great all-round smartwatch with in-built GPS that tracks steps, miles, calories, heart rate, sleeping patterns, menstrual cycle, water intake, and more. The key is in its simplicity, a touch screen watch where you can manage alarms, meditation and log your different exercises directly from the watch and then go more in-depth on the companion Fitbit App. It also boasts Spotify support and built-in Fitbit Pay, who needs a phone? We're also a fan of the matte wrist strap and vibrant colour display, something you don't get with the Fitbit Charge 4, though you can easily customise your smartwatch by buying interchangeable straps online.

Verdict

Tried & Tested by Deputy Commercial Content Editor, Natalie Corner: “The Fitbit Charge 5 is sleek and very pleasing aesthetically especially the cream and gold colour way. It has a bright OLED screen and a variety of options when it comes to tracking your workout. I love the new infinity fastening which means my watch strap doesn’t catch on my clothes and the EDA scan that tests stress levels is a great bonus. You certainly get a lot for your money with a Fitbit Charge 5, but a Fitbit Charge 4 is still a great option!”

Read our full Fitbit Charge 5 review

What smartwatch list would be complete without the Apple Watch. It has an S9 64-bit dual-core processor and is much quicker than its predecessors, plus comes with a second-generation optical heart sensor, an electrical heart sensor and blood oxygen monitor, giving it an insane armoury when it comes to your health. You can take calls and reply to texts all from your wrist, which is no doubt ideal for many who want to keep their phone in their bags. But the only downside to this Apple smartwatch is how pricey it is, plus the battery life (only up to 18 hours compared to many other smartwatches on our list that have days) - but Apple obsessives are often happy to part with the money regardless.

Reviewed by senior writer Becky Fuller
Yes, it's expensive and yes, the battery life is atrocious, but I love my Apple Watch series 9 and I wouldn't be without it. I can do everything from my wrist, including paying in the supermarket, answering calls or texts, and crucially for me, monitoring my fitness and health.

If you have an Apple phone, it's easy to sync the two together and set up is a doddle. I like the choice of screens, and I have mine set to show a rotating gallery of all my favourite photos. I love that I go to look at the time and see happy Christmas memories or my nephew on his first day of school.

I work as a fitness instructor and take my exercise very seriously. The Apple Watch series 9 is accurate at recording my activity and often starts automatically if I forget. I love that I can wear it swimming, too. I enjoy the monthly challenges that encourage me to be more active and are tailored to my fitness levels. I also love that myself and my teenage boys can all compete against one another! Mummy likes to win!

This is Fitbit’s attempt at their own style of Apple Watch, slim and smooth curved design and colourful LED touchscreen included. It has plenty of advanced features like the ECG sensor for heartbeat rhythm and EDA for stress monitoring. And can also track and record 20 different exercises as well as your usual steps and calories. Definitely an option to consider if you want more advanced health tracking, including the new addition of the ‘Snore and Noise Detect’ feature.

Verdict

Reviews of the watch suggest buying a screen protector is a smart move because Fitbit does not offer repairs.

Overall as an Apple alternative, one Amazon reviewer said: “The heart rate tracking is much more sensitive, and it's great to have a practically unlimited selection of clock faces to choose from, plus loads of other apps you can choose to activate or not - weather, voice assistant, Spotify, calls, etc. The Fitbit pay function means that you get all the functions of an Apple watch but without a huge price tag. The Fitbit app is far better than the Apple Health one anyway, and I actually think the Versa 3 is more attractive than the latest Apple Watch, especially if like me you have a chunky wrist. Really nice design - I have the navy strap and burnished gold finished, which looks really great. Very happy.”

The latest model of this watch is the Fitbit Versa 4.

Read our full Fitbit Versa 4 review

The Garmin Lily™ Small Smartwatch boasts plenty of options for those looking to track every aspect of their health and get started on their fitness journey, including joining steps, hiking, cycling, or running challenges alongside their mates. Smart notifications remind you to drink more water, to get up and move, what phase of your menstrual cycle you're in, or recharge your body battery are all clever touches.

Verdict

Tried & Tested by Deputy Commercial Content Editor, Natalie Corner: "I cannot fault the Garmin Lily for the way it looks, it’s bang on trend with the chic gold bevel and the patterned watch face, and it certainly doesn’t scream "ugly fitness tracker". If I was interested in a straightforward activity like walking, running, or cycling, this would be the ideal option, so based on my personal workout regime, which is a lot more intense, it doesn’t quite meet my requirements, and I need something a little sturdier."

Easy to use and good value, the M200 has a wrist-based heart rate monitor, GPS, and daily activity tracker, all in a funky design. The Polar Flow software provides data analysis and training plans. It took longer than some watches on the test to locate a GPS signal, and the display, although easy to view, only shows two data fields at a time.

Verdict

One reviewer said, "Used for running and walking and for checking my days' activity level. Wouldn't be without it. Great for heart rate zone training. Simple to use watch and app." To be honest, we couldn't have said it better ourselves.

At first glance, you'd never know this was a fitness tracker – pretty and delicate, this watch can track everything from your body composition, workouts, and blood pressure. You can link to WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, pay with Samsung Pay, and play music remotely if you're in need of something fast to run to. And, if you forget to take it off, it'll withstand being submerged in the shower or the pool. This watch is super smart and friendly (if you can believe it) greeting you with a 'hello' when you take it off the wireless charging pad.

Verdict

We think this style pips others to the post compared to other watches on this list and still with an impressive plethora of features. While it has a lower price point than the latest Apple Watch, we think the simple, sleek design is favourable for women with slender wrists. One reviewer said, "Syncs well with other Samsung products, easy to set up through the app and an all-round nice and wearable."

If you're searching for a budget fitness tracker, the HONOR Band 6 is a great choice. It won't wow athletes, and it can't deliver the way the Apple Watch can in terms of capabilities, but if you're an average Jane who wants to track their fitness and stay up to date with their notifications, it certainly bridges the gap well. It's comfortable to wear, has a great battery life and has a bright, easy to read display. It'll track your sleep, activity, blood oxygen levels, and stress levels and has ten exercise modes. Plus, you can see your notifications but can't respond to them.

Verdict

The Honor Band 6 is a nifty little fitness watch that delivers well and won't break the bank. It's a step up from Honor in terms of its previous offering.

Read our full HONOR Band 6 review from What's The Best

If you're looking for a little glam in your smartwatch then the pavé-accented Gen 6 Bradshaw from Michael Kors more than delivers. But don't think it's all beauty over brains, it may be crafted from gold-tone stainless steel but it's powered by Qualcomm® Snapdragon Wear™4100+ Platform and features a bunch of features including fitness tracking, an spO2 sensor, swim proof and payment technology, and more to support your daily wellness needs.

Verdict

This Michael Kors accessory is an absolute game-changer. Not only does it bring a bit of glam to the smartwatch market, but it boasts some sophisticated tech, too. This stylish bit of kit has loads of incredible features that make daily life easier, and we love that, despite the 24-hour battery life, you can quickly charge for the day in just 30 minutes to set you up for the day. It's pricier than our other recommendations, but it's the epitome of style and substance.