Ever since smart watches made their way in the market they have been favourites among the people. Most of the smart watches are loaded with exciting features. Its fitness features are a big draw among the discerning populace who see it as an accessory and incorporate them as a part of their regular fitness regime. The fitness tracking features aide them greatly during outdoor activities like workouts, running, jogging, walking, cycling, trekking and swimming. They have indeed become a new normal for those who prioritise health over everything else.
Physical activities mean that you have to expose yourself to tough conditions. Hence, this warrants that your gadgets need to be rough and tough and not delicate. Hence, it is a given that smart watches need to be rugged so that you forget about its upkeep and indulge in physical activities without any worries. Today, there are many prominent smart watch companies which have come up with rugged smart watches especially for this reason.
Here are some of the rugged smart watches you can try for worry-free experience:
Garmin Forerunner 245 Music
The Garmin Forerunner 245 Music is apt for people who love running. You don't need any other gadget to play music while on the move. While the smart watch is loaded with fitness tracking features, it can also allow you to store your favourite songs for offline playback. It is also rugged as the bezel is made of fiber-reinforced polymer. The smart watch is strong and also light at the same time. It is loaded with many features like incident detection, step counter, calories counter, stress tracking and many more. One can track gym activities, including cardio and strength exercises. The smart watch is also suitable for people who love swimming. As per the claims of the company, the smart watch is water-resistant up to 50 meters underwater.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 has many fitness tracking features which are suitable for all kinds of physical activities. It has features such as GPS, heart rate monitor, and support for 4G LTE. The smart watch also has different modes which are suitable for different workout regimes. The smart watch has a circular design which is considered better than square-shaped watches. One can choose this smart watch when he/she is having an Android smartphone. It also works great with an iPhone.
Fitbit Charge 3
The Fitbit Charge 3 is considered as a tough smart watch which can sustain tough outdoor conditions. It is waterproof until 50 meters deep immersed in water. Not just shower, you can wear this Fitbit smart watch while swimming as well. You need not worry while diving into the pool, it can work absolutely fine when you come out of your swimming session. The smart watch is just perfect for casual use and fitness tracking. It can allow you to calculate daily steps, calories, distance, floors climbed, heart rate, and sleep.
Casio WSD-F20A
The Casio WSD-F20A is just suitable for people who love adventure. It is military-grade 810G shock-resistant. It is water resistant up to 50 metres. It has a huge range of features. For adventure aficionados, the smart watch has several features like compass, altimeter, barometer and many more. The case is made of engineering-grade plastic and aluminum for better durability in tough conditions. One can preserve the battery by switching between colour and monochrome modes. It boasts of a good display with 320x300 resolution and 1.32” size.
Huawei Watch GT
The Huawei Watch GT has a ceramic bezel which is six times stronger than stainless steel. It has a stainless steel shell and DLC coating. It is a strong and rugged smart watch which is suitable for people who love to go outdoors. The fitness smart watch is equipped with many features such as built-in HR (heart rate) monitor, GPS, and training apps for running, cycling, and swimming. For people who love to go on trekking, there are many features like built-in compass, altimeter, and barometer. With the bluetooth connection, one can see the alerts for phone calls, messages, alarms, and reminders.
