Recommendations for a Smartwatch for welder

Hi, I’m looking for a smartwatch that’s going to be durable and hard wearing for my partner who is a welder.

I ideally don’t want to break the bank with this purchase and he doesn’t need crazy amounts of tech.

The main specifications he would want is to be able to see incoming messages and calls and to be able to change songs on his playlist via his watch as he can’t always take his helmet off to access his AirPods.

I’m open to any suggestions and recommendations thank you!