Looking for my 1st smart watch

So, im looking into getting my 1st smart watch, my Fitbit charge 4 finally broke. I've been watching reviews videos of Samsung Galaxy watches, Garmin, and Amazfit. I haven't looked into Suunto or Google watches yet. Its becoming a mind numbing blur of information. so, im wondering if anyone can recommend a watch that might fit what I'm looking for.

I'd like something mid range, probably no more than $600.

Good health/sleep tracking. I know the heart rate monitors on watches aren't the best but I'd like one that can get close to whats actually happening when I go for a ride and when I'm working out.

GPS maps would be nice for hikes and mountain biking.

A mic isnt necessary but I also don't mind if it has one, I might use it.

I would prefer an AMOLED screen but I'm open to whats will fit into my budget.

I have a Galaxy S25, but I think just about every watch except Apple will pair with it.

so far I've looked at Samsung Galaxy Ultra (2025), Instinct 3, T Rex Pro 3, Forerunner 970 (A bit more than I want to spend but its easily affordable). Ive looked at others but I dont have my list infront of me as I type this.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Posted Mar 2, 2026, 4:04 PM UTC

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