5 Top Toughest Smartwatches You Should Get In 2024!!!

ALKAI Smartwatch

Beginning our list with ALKAI smartwatch this one here is perfect for anyone who is at look out for cheap & rugged smartwatch to guide you on your little adventures in the sun. Since the manufacturer ALKAI doesn’t have the name or fame they have priced their invention at a fair price of $70 (keep in mind this could vary according to your location but it won’t get higher than this).

However, what is truly ‘IT’ factor here is that despite being a low-cost solution this ALKAI smartwatch is going to provide you with everything that one could hope for in a military watch. According to the official press release by the company this smartwatch is able to sustain harsh conditions, provide 2-3 weeks of battery time despite using it like there is no tomorrow and even better part is that it has all the functions of a casual smartwatch, so you can call, text, or even play music. There is no limit to what it can’t do for you.

There is also different modes that you can choose for workouts, to be precise there are 107 modes and that includes swimming, running, hiking, and rock climbing. Which means that you will stay occupied no matter where you are, at the top of mountain or deep within the ocean. Although, given the ability of smartwatch for tolerance of water don’t go too deep, your smartwatch can sustain pressure till the 50 meters. Yes, we know it’s not a lot, but hey $70 ; )

ALKAI smartwatch

Amazfit Bip 5

Amazfit Bip 5 was released in 2023 and it’s still as hot as it was when it released few months back. Which means that on your next trip to the caves in Thailand you will have a companion on your wrist to tell you when to get out. Because a) Amazfit Bip 5 is super cheap so you can get it for $65-70 and b) Amazfit has crafted their 1.91 inch smartwatch with super durable material. Wear it once or every day this little watch is not going to leave you anytime soon.

It becomes even better when you factor in the smartwatches ability to provide health tracking, access to multiple work out modes and a great battery life. So even if you are planning to disappear for weeks Bip 5 has got you covered. There is also calling and texting function so don’t worry you won’t get lost. People can come to your help in the cave.

Yes, there is little debate going around the Amazfit community regarding the watch’s accuracy or should you take its finding seriously. That is not a huge problem. Concern of skewed readings has plagued every smartwatch that has ever been released. What matters here is that for little amount of money you can get a smartwatch which will be tough enough to support you in rough terrain and intelligent enough to guide you back to home.

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar

Apple is luxury. Fitbit is health. But if anyone ask you what is Garmin then you should know that it is toughest of them all. Known for their excellent rugged smartwatches Garmin has variety of powerful health trackers and navigators for those who seek to remain on adventure. Pick any one of them and you will find that they can sustain pressure, support you in your time of need, ensure that you remain on safe side but most importantly stays strong enough that not a dent is seen upon them.

Much like its brothers Instinct 2X Solar is no different than what Garmin has to offer. It is a powerful smartwatch that can give you weeks of battery time. Has the ability to charge itself under the sun. Provides access to functions particularly designed for military personnel and even better part is that despite its hard outer shell Instinct 2X has a user friendly interface which allows for easy understanding of normal watch function.

Yes, there is one point that goes against it and that is its price tag. You would have to spend considerably huge amount of money to get this bad boy on your hand. Keep in mind that in the end it is all going to be worth it. Especially if you are someone who happens to roam the land of free more than stay at home.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

The less said about the Apple is better. They hold a position of respect and supremacy and rightfully so. Something which was further strengthen when earlier this year Apple released the Ultra 2 and it blew 95% of the smartwatches available in the market. Rugged, capable, and built to meet the demands of athletes, Apple Watch Ultra 2 has everything you can wish to have in a smartwatch let alone a tough smartwatch.

More so if you are someone who has to take care of your health. Because unlike the most options you will find in the rugged smartwatch market Ultra 2 is crazy accurate. It can track your AFib, heart rate, SPO2 (which is blood-oxygen ratio), and hopefully even blood pressure in future. There has been leaks recently that has suggested Apple might be working on it.

As for the body and durability, well it goes hand to hand with others in the list. Unlike the Series 9 or others that you can compare Ultra 2 with, this Apple watch is also able to endure rough and tough conditions. So, take it wherever you want, it will not perish. Another important point to note here is that just recently Apple issued an update which allows Ultra 2 to receive upcoming calls if you will just tap your wrist. Imagine how handy this feature will come when you will be hooked with rope trying to cave your way out of the cave. Just imagine!

Withings ScanWatch Light

So from first glance this might not seem like the toughest smartwatch ever but stay around and you will soon find out why it made the pick. Withing just like the ALKAI doesn’t have the name so the price tag is not too hefty – you will find it affordable.

As for the body this smartwatch is little different from others and what makes it difference is there is not a display screen on it. You will find it like any other conventional watch. Not to mention the durability of the body is hard enough to get you going through most of things.

However, what makes it even special for outdoor activities is that a) it has good battery life and b) health tracking on this one is quite accurate for what its worth. For sure, you will have to see your stats on your phone so that is one negative point (not if you are user of WHOOP or Bellabeat) but if you think about that it can also come handy to you – in most cases.