Top 10 smartwatch brands from China in 2021

TCL Corporation has won the trust of customers through low-cost TVs and home appliances. The name stands for "creative life" - and this can be safely used as a brand slogan. The company constantly introduces new technologies and modern solutions. The brightest release was a children's smart watch with GPS, two-way video communication and a nice design. They have a large display with good color reproduction. Security is equally important - there is an SOS button, and only numbers that are listed in the contact list will be able to call the child. The reviews complain about delays in the transmission of messages and unimportant autonomy. Also, the disadvantages include the fact that you can not adjust the volume of the call.

Vivo is a subsidiary of the Chinese corporation BBK. Back in 2011, the first smartphones from the brand were released, but only in 2020 did smartwatches appear on sale.They differ from analogues with a round AMOLED screen and a premium case made of steel and ceramics. The strap is made of leather or elastomer, depending on the model. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate up to 18 days of battery life and good water protection (5ATM). The device will withstand rain and washing hands, but you should not swim with it in the pool. The smart watch has all the modern features - heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, stress sensor, sports modes and NFC. You can only find fault with the amount of internal memory - 2 GB is not enough for comfortable use of the gadget.

ZTE is a technology manufacturer that has been in business for over 30 years. The first products released were digital and analog telephone exchanges, later the company was engaged in the creation of telephones and wearable electronics. Cheap smartwatches are suitable for those who do not need an abundance of functions. They are well made and look respectable thanks to the metal case and strap. It has everything you need: notifications from applications, heart rate and pressure measurement, pedometer, etc. The accuracy is not the best, but it would be strange to expect more from an inexpensive smartwatch.But the management seemed too confusing to users - to see notifications, you need to perform several actions at once.

The Chinese company OnePlus has appeared recently, but has already managed to establish itself among buyers. This is not surprising, because the former owners of such large brands as Oppo and BBK are listed as the creators. Initially, several smartphones with flagship characteristics were released, while they turned out to be inexpensive compared to Samsung and Apple products. As for smartwatches, they are remembered by consumers for their comfortable fit, stylish finish and good battery life. The gadget is equipped with all the functions of a fitness bracelet: it tracks heart rate and blood oxygen levels, has a pedometer, barometer and compass. Some modes are available only after a software update - and this is a significant minus.

Mobvoi was originally founded as a company developing artificial intelligence and speech recognition systems. The team includes engineers from the world's leading organizations, including Google. The first smartwatch was released in 2016 with funds raised on a crowdfunding platform. Now there are 9 variants of TicWatch in the assortment. They are distinguished by increased autonomy (5–30 days of operation from a single charge) and an additional FSTN display on top of the main OLED. All models have a discreet and concise design. The disadvantages include mediocre build quality in the first generations of gadgets, as well as an outdated processor. Wear OS performs well, but it takes some getting used to.

Umidigi strives to make high technology relatively cheap, accessible to every customer.Initially, the company was engaged in the production of inexpensive smartphones with characteristics at the level of the middle class. UWatch smart watches appeared in the range in 2019. The key features of gadgets from the Chinese brand have become an all-metal body with 2.5D tempered glass and a large display with customizable wallpapers. Due to this, the smart watch turned out to be stylish and reliable. The battery lasts an average of 7-10 days. Of course, there were some drawbacks - the charging connector quickly frays, and it can be difficult to see the characters on the screen on a sunny day.

The company No.1 is exclusively engaged in the development of smart watches and fitness bracelets, which distinguishes it from most brands from China. Another indisputable advantage of the manufacturer was the abundance of design options. The range includes gadgets for men, women and children, different colors, styles and materials. They can be classified as inexpensive, while the functionality is enough for the average user. You can track sleep quality, pulse and pressure, control music, camera and notifications on your phone. There is no dynamics here, so the watch will only be able to report calls by vibration.A serious disadvantage of the OLED display was the brightness - it is problematic to read the characters in the sun.

In terms of popularity among buyers, Huawei can even be compared with the giant Xiaomi. The range is regularly updated with new products, and in numerous reviews they note the high quality and reliability of the devices. Now on sale are 9 gadgets with branded design - a ceramic bezel to control the dial and the maximum resemblance to a classic watch. The case is water resistant and will withstand immersion to a depth of 50 m, and the sapphire crystal prevents scratches. The functionality is also pleasantly pleasing: there is sleep monitoring, a counter of steps, calories and heart rate.

Initially, Meizu specialized in creating audio players. Later, the company switched to phones and accessories, and since 2016 it has managed to release several successful smart watches. The main advantage of gadgets is that they are cheap, but that's not all. The attention of buyers was attracted by the unusual design of the devices - they are a cross between a mechanical watch and a fitness bracelet. Even the first models had a built-in pedometer, calorie counter and notifications. High-quality materials are used for manufacturing: jewelry steel, sapphire glass, etc. This has affected the weight, so it may be difficult for those with thin hands to wear the product for long periods of time.

The products of Xiaomi and its subsidiaries (Amazfit, 70mai, Huami and others) have consistently become the bestsellers. Among smartwatches, models of the Mi Watch line stand out.They have a large and bright display, built-in GPS and GLONASS navigation, a heart rate and blood oxygen sensor, and many more sports modes. You can choose the design of the dial to your taste. The smart watch turned out to be quite light (weight - 32 g) and pleasant to the touch, and the screen can be used as a flashlight. Autonomy is also decent - about 12 days. The only disadvantages include the inability to answer a call, control the camera and install applications. But all these features are found in much more expensive models.