Find out our team’s top five picks for the best wearables of 2022, plus our overall Editor’s Choice winner.
If we were to identify a single trend in the wearables market of 2022, it would be something along the lines of “bigger and better.” Rather than a stream of significant software innovation, many companies turned to their tried and true formulas, then dialed it up. We had Pros, Pluses, and an Ultra, all with beefed-up specs, added durability, and rounded-out feature sets.
How we chose our winner
One of those words that are so nuanced they almost mean everything and nothing at all, “Best” is a title we don’t bestow lightly or easily. For starters, the wearables market is a complex landscape. Gone are the days of effortlessly discerning trackers from smartwatches, or high-end features from budget offerings. In short, our wristwear simply does more than ever.
From durability to display performance, sensor accuracy to third-party app support, watches and trackers are bursting with comparables. That’s why we assess every wearable we encounter from top to bottom, analyzing the value of each device for our readers. We pour hours (as well as literal sweat) into testing new launches, updates, and generational upgrades. We evaluate price points and companion apps to determine the value of the experience each device provides, not just at purchase, but over time as well.
First place can only go to the device that offers the most wholistic user experience.
When picking the Editor’s Choice for wearable of the year, the stakes are higher than ever, as are our standards.
