Best 2023 Smartwatches for materials quality

#1 Garmin fēnix 7X Pro
5.0

Materials quality was praised for the watch’s nice materials and sleek premium look.

Pros: battery life, mapping and navigation

Cons: value for money, score tracking

#2 Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
5.0

Materials quality was praised for the Classic’s shinier, more durable stainless steel case.

Pros: software smoothness, comfort

Cons: battery life, GPS accuracy

#3 Withings ScanWatch Nova
4.8

Materials quality was praised through references to robust glass, rotating bezel construction, and premium materials.

Pros: battery life, style and design

Cons: value for money, charging convenience

#4 Withings ScanWatch 2
4.7

Materials quality was one of the strongest themes, with stainless steel, sapphire glass, and premium finishing repeatedly praised.

Pros: style and design, battery life

Cons: smartwatch features, value for money

#5 TicWatch Pro 5
4.7

Materials quality drew positive marks for aluminum, fiberglass/nylon construction, and durable-feeling hardware.

Pros: battery life, display quality

Cons: voice assistant quality, sleep tracking accuracy

#6 Suunto Vertical
4.6

Materials quality was praised for the shell, construction, and rugged premium feel.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: heart rate accuracy, value for money

#7 Garmin Venu 3
4.5

Materials quality is positive overall, with reviewers liking the metal bezel, Gorilla Glass, and solid feel.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: smartwatch features, smartphone notifications

#8 Withings ScanWatch Light
4.5

Materials quality is praised for stainless steel and high-grade watch materials that help the hybrid feel premium.

Pros: style and design, battery life

Cons: charging convenience, smartphone notifications

#9 Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro
4.3

Materials quality was praised for stainless steel, premium materials, and sturdy construction.

Pros: app ecosystem, battery life

Cons: size options, comfort

#10 Amazfit GTR Mini
4.3

Materials quality was considered strong for the price, balancing high-quality or premium-looking materials with a plastic underside.

Pros: battery life, workout tracking variety

Cons: call handling, smartphone notifications

#11 Garmin Forerunner 965
4.2

Materials were mostly praised for high-quality straps and a premium titanium bezel, though not all durability concerns disappeared.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: smartwatch features, charging convenience

#12 Xiaomi Redmi Watch 4
4.2

Materials quality is a highlight, with reviewers praising the less-budget feel and metal construction.

Pros: battery life, display quality

Cons: band quality, smartwatch features

#13 Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2)
4.0

Materials quality is positive but not flawless: titanium improves the look, while the broader case construction is more functional than luxury.

Pros: battery life, GPS accuracy

Cons: user interface, fit

#14 Garmin Approach S70
3.5

Materials quality is acceptable rather than premium in the available evidence, with the straps described as nice enough but not special.

Pros: display quality, value for money

Cons: charging convenience, smartphone notifications

#15 Amazfit Bip 5
3.5

Materials quality divides reviewers: one criticized the plasticky feel, while another budget review found the lightweight build and materials impressive.

Pros: value for money, battery life

Cons: smartwatch features, app ecosystem

#16 Casio G-Shock DW-H5600
3.4

Materials quality is mixed: reviewers like the soft matte bio-resin feel, but some saw fingerprints and scratches.

Pros: style and design, display quality

Cons: companion app quality, value for money

#17 Garmin vivomove Trend
3.0

Materials quality was mixed to weak where directly discussed, with the polymer case described as feeling like plastic.

Pros: style and design, charging convenience

Cons: battery life, charging speed

#18 Garmin Forerunner 265
2.5

Materials quality was a recurring caveat because the polymer/plastic construction felt cheaper than metal or sapphire rivals.

Pros: battery life, value for money

Cons: mapping and navigation, smartwatch features

#19 Garmin Vivoactive 5
2.5

Materials quality was a recurring weakness, with reviewers criticizing the plastic body and less premium feel.

Pros: value for money, GPS accuracy

Cons: sleep tracking accuracy, recovery insights

#20 Casio G-Shock GBD-H2000
2.5

Materials quality is mixed; one reviewer appreciated the lightness but felt the plastics and resin were less premium.

Pros: comfort, battery life

Cons: companion app quality, value for money