Smart watches
Discover the latest smart watches from Apple, Samsung, Garmin, Huawei and more at Harvey Norman New Zealand. Compare smartwatches for fitness, health tracking, outdoor adventures and everyday connectivity. Find the right smartwatch for your iPhone or Android device online or in-store.
Shop Smartwatches by Feature
When comparing models, consider the features that matter most to you:
- Ecosystem and phone compatibility: Apple Watch for iPhone, Samsung Galaxy Watch for Android, and Garmin and Fitbit watches work with both and are great if you want advanced health tracking and in-depth athletic metrics.
- Battery life for all-day performance: Decide how often you want to charge. Feature-rich smartwatches with vibrant displays and apps typically last 1-2 days, while fitness-focused models can stretch beyond a week.
- Water resistance and outdoor use: Pick based on your lifestyle. Choose splash-proof for daily workouts and rain, swim-proof (5 ATM) for pool laps and beach swimming, or rugged watches (10 ATM) for surfing and tough outdoor trails.
- Health & fitness tracking: Almost all watches track basic health and fitness metrics, such as steps, continuous heart rate, and calories burned. For advanced health stats, specialised smartwatches like Garmin and Fitbit may be better suited.
- Case size: Smartwatches are measured by their case width (40mm, 44mm, or 46mm). Choose smaller, lightweight displays (38mm to 41 mm) for smaller wrists, or larger screen sizes (44mm to 49mm) for larger texts, easier typing and if you prefer larger dials.
- Smart functions: Take calls, reply to texts, pay for your morning coffee with contactless tap-and-go, stream downloaded music from your synced phone.
- LTE/cellular connectivity: Leave your phone at home and still make calls, send messages and stream music with an LTE-enabled smartwatch. Ideal for active lifestyles, outdoor workouts, and emergencies.
- Personalisation: Express your style with interchangeable watch bands, customisable watch faces and a variety of finishes and materials.
Shop Smartwatches by Brand
Apple Watch
For iPhone users who want seamless connectivity, health insights and everyday convenience. Choose from Apple Watch Series, Apple Watch Ultra for outdoor adventures, or the value-focused Apple Watch SE.
Samsung Galaxy Watch
A great choice for Android users who want smart features, fitness tracking, and stylish everyday wear. Explore the Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Classic, Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch FE ranges.
Garmin Smartwatches & Trackers
Built for runners, cyclists, adventurers, and fitness enthusiasts who want detailed training insights, accurate GPS, and long battery life. Popular ranges include Fenix, Forerunner, Venu, Instinct and Vivoactive.
Huawei Smartwatches
A smart choice for everyday use, combining stylish design, long battery life and great value. Compatible with both Android and iPhone devices.
Fitbit Smartwatches & Trackers
Perfect for everyday wellness and activity tracking. Fitbit devices make it easy to monitor exercise, sleep, heart rate and daily habits while helping you stay motivated and reach your health goals.
Pixbee Smartwatches
Designed for families, Pixbee 4G smartwatches help keep kids connected with calling, messaging and location features, without the distractions of a smartphone.
Popular smartwatch accessories
- Watch straps and bands: With an extra watch strap, you can easily change your style. Choose from silicone, fabric, leather, metal, or Milanese loop to transition from athletic and casual to formal wear.
- Screen protector: To keep your smartwatch looking new for longer and protect it from scratches and, in some cases, drops.
- Wireless charger: Get a Qi or magnetic docking wireless charger to easily charge your smartwatch. Some models even allow you to charge multiple devices, like your phone, watch, and earbuds, at the same time.
- Wireless earbuds: Leave your phone behind and enjoy music, podcasts, and hands-free calls by connecting your earbuds directly to your smartwatch.
Do you have to have your phone with you to use a smartwatch?
Not always. A
4G/LTE smartwatch lets you make calls, send messages and stream music without your phone nearby, though you'll typically need a separate SIM and mobile plan.
Are smartwatches waterproof for swimming?
Not all smartwatches are waterproof. Look for a 5 ATM rating for swimming and a 10 ATM rating for water sports and more demanding aquatic activities.
How long does a smartwatch battery typically last?
Battery life varies by model. Most smartwatches last 1-2 days, while fitness and adventure watches can last 7-14+ days on a single charge.
What smartwatches are available for seniors in New Zealand?
Look for features like fall detection, heart-rate alerts and Emergency SOS. The Apple Watch SE and Samsung Galaxy Watch models are popular choices for their easy-to-read displays and simple interfaces.
