Early in release cycle
Best for: iPhone users who want Apple Watch's core experience — activity tracking, notifications, crash detection, and Apple Pay — at a lower price point. Ideal for kids, teens, or anyone upgrading from a much older watch without needing the advanced health sensors.
Full details →First-generation product — no release history to base predictions on
Best for: Android and iPhone users who want smartwatch health features (ECG, body composition, AI coaching) and a premium display at a price well below Apple Watch or Galaxy Watch. A strong pick if multi-day battery is a priority alongside health monitoring.
Full details →| Apple Watch SE | Amazfit Balance | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Smartwatch | Smartwatch |
| Platform | iOS only | iOS & Android |
| Battery | 18h | 14 days |
| Always-on display | ❌ | ✅ |
| GPS | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cellular | ✅ | ❌ |
| Health sensors | hr, irregular rhythm, crash detection, fall detection | ecg, spo2, hrv, hr, body comp, stress |
| Released | Sep 19, 2025 | Nov 1, 2023 |
| Cycle length | 1098 days | null days |
| Cycle advice | good | neutral |
| Deals advice | neutral | neutral |
| Next model | Apple Watch SE 4 (Expected fall 2027) | — |
Access the entire watchOS app ecosystem, Apple Pay, Siri, and Family Setup — for $150 less than the Series 11.
Emergency SOS, fall detection, and Crash Detection give real safety value even without premium health sensors.
Available in Midnight, Starlight, Silver, and (PRODUCT)RED with a wide range of Apple Watch-compatible bands.
Rare combination: a bright always-on AMOLED display and 14 days of typical use without charging.
Medical-grade ECG and bioelectrical impedance body fat analysis — features usually found only on watches costing $100–$200 more.
Zepp Coach uses Amazfit's AI to build personalised workout plans, recovery recommendations, and stress management guidance.