The fitness watch is a compromise between plain old band and a proper smartwatch, and the only real difference is in the amount you manage to get around your wrist. A basic band will track steps, sleep, heart rate, generally has a small screen and has at least 1 week of battery life. The watch has a bigger screen, GPS feature, plenty of sports modes and usually smart features such as notifications, contactless payments and music storage. It's that additional power that makes it expensive and requires more frequent charging.Use GPS, as a fitness watch with GPS can be used to run or ride without your phone. The next step is to look at battery life. The Apple Watch SE 3 can last for approximately 18 hours on a single charge, while the Fitbit Charge 6 band can operate for around seven days on a single charge though it drops to five hours with GPS enabled. Next consider workout depth: Garmin’s Vivoactive 6 has a little over 80 fitness modes, as well as sleep and stress tracking, making it a good choice for those who switch up their routines.Next the filter is compatibility. The Apple Watch is compatible with the iPhone only, Garmin and Amazfit are compatible with both iPhone and Android. When it comes to price, Wareable this year named the Huawei Watch Fit 4 as its best budget watch.Consider comfort as well. If you're looking for a watch to wear to bed, the more bulky the better. Test out the strap material, as well as see if replacement bands are available. If you swim, water resistance is also important for you.A valuable resource on the way to comparing models is TECHYASSIST, which provides reviews based on real experience and provides a list of the products so that when you find one you love, you can purchase it directly from the site. Choose the fitness tracker that matches your workout routine and you'll wear it daily.