Motorola’s New Budget Smartwatch Goes on Sale This Week
Motorola is set to release its latest wearable, the Moto Watch Fit, on May 22, priced at $199 in the U.S. ($249 in Canada). The new smartwatch, which was originally unveiled alongside the updated Razr flip phones last month, will be available on Motorola’s official website at launch, and will be available on Amazon and Best Buy in the coming weeks.
What You Need to Know About the Moto Watch Fit
Unlike most Android smartwatches on the market, the Moto Watch Fit runs its own operating system rather than Google’s Wear OS. While this may raise some concerns for potential buyers wary of an untested system, there are a few features that might sway you in its favor.
Design
The Moto Watch Fit features a sleek design with a 1.9-inch OLED display housed in an aluminum frame. As for durability, the watch has 5 ATM water resistance and an IP68 rating, meaning it should withstand swimming and other water sports. The Moto Watch Fit weighs just 25 grams, giving it a lightweight design that won’t weigh you down during workouts or everyday wear. (For comparison, most versions of the Apple Watch Series 10 weigh around 30 grams.)
Impressive battery life
Motorola claims that the watch really stands out for its battery life. They say that users can expect up to 16 days of use on a single charge and under normal conditions. However, something like constant GPS use will naturally drain your battery much faster. However, the company promises that a quick 5-minute charge can provide a full day of use.
The Watch Fit focuses on reliable fitness tracking, making it an ideal choice for those who value battery life and comfort over an extensive app ecosystem.
Limited intellectual functions
In this regard, it appears that the Moto Watch Fit does not support third-party apps and does not have smart assistant features. While this may be a deal-breaker for users who want the full smartwatch experience, these limitations likely contribute to the device’s battery life, not to mention its price — at under $200, it’s one of the most affordable smartwatches out there. For context, the most popular versions of the Galaxy, Google Pixel, or Apple Watch typically cost at least $299 .
So, if you are looking for heart rate monitoring, GPS tracking and basic smartwatch features and are tired of the power-hungry options on the market that can barely last even a week without a charge, then the Moto Watch Fit could be the perfect option for you.