10 Best NFC Smartwatches

The brutal smart watch of the premium class of the American brand Garmin is the best companion of any active adventurer who appreciates not only spectacular appearance, but also high comfort and innovative features. The model is compatible with all popular operating systems, including iOS, Android, OS X, Windows and even Windows Phone, which allows it to connect to almost any device. A special feature of this watch with NFC is shock protection and better water resistance. The water resistance class here is WR100. The gadget is designed for swimming and diving without scuba gear.

Among the shortcomings, users highlight the high price, heavy weight, inconvenient GPS navigation, buggy sensors and weak vibration. However, these disadvantages do not make the model less attractive. Although the device has a lower rating than other top smart watches, it clearly outperforms popular apple devices in terms of functionality, water protection, stylish appearance and durability.

Until recently, smart watches with NFC were considered exclusively premium devices, but the Amazfit brand, owned by the well-known Chinese company Xiaomi, has proved that you can become the owner of a smart gadget even with a budget of up to 10,000 rubles. The most affordable, but no less successful option was the Verge model. Inexpensive smartwatches are not inferior to elite counterparts in terms of protection against moisture and in the quality of materials. The gadget understands voice commands, is equipped with a microphone and a speaker, which allows you to answer calls with it.

The built-in memory of 4 GB allows you to listen to music through Bluetooth headphones directly from the watch: you don’t have to take your smartphone for a run. The model is not bad, but it has one serious drawback - NFC works stably only in China. In Russia, the payment function is not available from this watch. There are also complaints about the rapid discharge of the battery, but the problem is solved by carefully setting up the device.

A mid-priced model designed specifically for lovers of music and an active lifestyle. The gadget is equipped with a loud speaker and does an excellent job of playing audio. The smart device is made of stainless steel, which makes it quite tenacious. Also, a strong feature of the model was the support for ANT + technology, which is used in many types of sports equipment for data transmission. The device received a rather rare addition for smartwatches - a practical compass, which will definitely come in handy for orienteering enthusiasts.In addition, there is a GPS module that works accurately and does not eat up battery power.

No matter how good this model is, it still has a number of disadvantages that cannot be ignored. This is a plastic screen, which is quickly scratched (in the specifications it is issued for mineral glass), and weak protection against water. Users do not recommend swimming in watches: IP68 / WR50 (5 atm) practically does not work here.

Comfortable, cute and highly functional, this NFC smartwatch has become the go-to solution for many users. The gadget on the Tizen operating system not only successfully interacts with Android and iOS smartphones, allowing you to answer a call or check email at any time, but also plays music, acting as a portable speaker, and also monitors the health of its owner and supports wireless charging. The most sought-after smartwatches that have received many positive reviews are made of stainless steel, so they are considered quite strong and durable, and the silicone strap fits comfortably on the wrist and is easy to adjust.

NFS works here in conjunction with Samsung Pay, the device keeps a stable connection with the smartphone. The battery of the gadget lasts only 3-4 days of active use: many users are unhappy with such low autonomy. In addition, Gear S3 owners complain about poor water resistance and build quality problems. Some owners of a smart gadget after 8-12 months. operation failed bezel.

Wear OS smartwatch with WR50 water resistance (5 ATM), AMOLED display and 8 GB internal memory. The gadget holds a charge perfectly thanks to the presence of a 430 mAh battery with VOOC Charge fast charging, as well as optimized software. According to reviews, these are the best Chinese smart watches with really working contactless payment and a price tag of up to 25,000 rubles. A bonus to this here is typing to reply via SMS, the ability to receive calls and record voice messages, view photos, control the player on your smartphone.

The model looks stylish and expensive, compatible with iOS and Android phones. This watch can swim without diving, monitor sleep and physical activity. It also has an electrocardiogram function. True, sometimes the sensors do not work quite accurately. Some users experience a high error when measuring the pulse.

Smart watch with NFS from one of the most popular manufacturers of smart technology with maximum independence from a smartphone. The gadget has its own App Store with applications. You can search for them manually or using voice search. Also, the built-in microphone when connected to Siri helps you quickly find out what song is playing nearby: you can immediately add the track to your library / playlist. WhatsApp can be installed on the model and chat without using a smartphone.

True, only by voice, and the application itself is paid for a wearable device. The battery here, like most other apple watches, is weak. With Always on Display turned on, the battery is discharged in just 8-10 hours. By the way, the screen of the gadget does not turn off completely. Hence the fast charge consumption. Also, some owners of this model do not like the limited choice of dials.

Full-sized smart watch Samsung Galaxy Watch, according to reviews, the most durable and affordable development of this famous brand. The gadget is made of high-quality stainless steel, so it is not prone to dents and other traces of not too careful use. At the same time, Samsung smart watches are equipped with a 472 mAh energy-intensive battery that can hold a charge up to 96 hours even in active use. Also, the strong features of the model include a fairly large screen, high speed and an extensive selection of dials.

The Galaxy Watch has every chance of becoming the best NFC smartwatch. But poor compatibility with smartphones from other ecosystems greatly reduces their appeal. Smartphone owners from Xiaomi complain that the gadget periodically loses contact with the phone. Another problem is the quickly scratched surface of the case.

The sports version of the Apple Watch Series 3 has become not only the most inexpensive, but also the most sought-after smart watch from the American brand.However, the reasons for the popularity of a smart device are not limited to the best price and big name. After all, apple development outperforms similar and even slightly more expensive competitors from other companies in a number of ways. First of all, this smartwatch has an elegant and recognizable design, a rectangular shape with slightly rounded corners, a modest weight of about 27 grams and a thin but high-quality shock-resistant case. Also, Apple Watch pleases with amazing stability and reasonableness. All functions work without the slightest hitch and they are always at hand, including payment through the NFS.

The apple model is reliable and beautiful. However, there are users who are dissatisfied with the quickly peeling off oleophobic screen coating, a pedometer with a large error and a voracious battery (enough for 1-2 days). In addition, the device is designed specifically for smart devices on iOS. With Android, the device has limited functionality.

A beautiful smart watch with NFS that matches perfectly with classic clothes. The case is made of stainless steel, the bracelet is made of genuine leather. Judging by the reviews, this device looks perfect on the female hand: no bulkiness, which is relevant for most sports/smart wearable gadgets. The Super AMOLED device has a scratch-resistant glass screen and IP68 water resistance.

The model connects via Bluetooth 5.0, has a built-in memory of 8 GB, monitors not only activity with a heartbeat, but also the level of oxygen in the blood.You can also control the camera and music player of your smartphone using the watch. The device is quite high quality and users have no special problems with its operation. True, some owners of the gadget do not like the poor autonomy of the device: only 43 hours in standby mode. There are also complaints about an unstable connection with a smartphone, but such a problem is rare.

The best smart watch with NFC for owners of apple devices. Yes, the prices for the model are quite high, but the device is definitely worth the money. The line is of high build quality: according to reviews, the percentage of defects among the Nike Sport Band is minimal. The watch is made in an aluminum waterproof case WR50 (5 atm), equipped with a scratch-resistant OLED screen. The model was developed in collaboration with the sports brand Nike: several branded themes and dials are available for installation.

The watch measures the pulse without a serious error, the NFS works without failures, the built-in memory is more than enough. Of the additional functions available to the user: accepting / rejecting a call, voice control and audio transmission to Bluetooth headphones / speakers. The device looks great on both male and female hands. It has only one drawback, which causes inconvenience to users - a weak battery. A colorful screen, coupled with functionality, eats up a charge in 18-20 hours of active use.