Besides smartphones, Google Assistant is also available on Android smartwatches running Wear OS. Using it, you can ask questions, set reminders, send and read messages, make calls, and more with your voice. While there are hundreds of smartwatches running Wear OS, not all have built-in voice assistants. Here, we’ll be sharing some of the best Android smartwatches that come equipped with Google Assistant.
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Best Smartwatches With Built-in Google Assistant
Smartwatches with Google Assistant can do most things through voice commands and are very productive in general. However, they’re generally quite expensive due to hardware requirements. Below, we’ve mentioned some of the best smartwatches you can buy right now with Google Assistant built-in.
1. Google Pixel Watch
Freshly released from the house of Google, the Pixel Watch offers the best Google Assistant experience on a smartwatch. Similar to how you trigger Siri on an Apple Watch, you can long-press the Digital Crown to toggle up Google Assistant.
You can ask assistant to send messages, set a timer, or start a run. You can also access and control smart home devices connected to your account. Plus, the watch supports “Hey, Google” detection for hands-free operation.
Among other specifications, Pixel Watch flaunts a circular OLED display with always-on and up to 1000 nits brightness, Samsung Exynos 9110 platform, and runs the latest WearOS 3.5. It also features ECG and integrates Fitbit for health tracking. The only major cons here are thick bezels and the mediocre 1-day battery life.
Key Features:
- Latest Wear OS 3.5
- Google Assistant with Hey Google Detection
- 1.2-inch OLED display
- Samsung Exynos 9110 Platform
- 2GB RAM and 32GB Storage
- 5 ATM Rating
- ECG and Fitbit Integration
2. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5, 5 Pro
Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro support Google Assistant right out of the box. All you have to do is install the assistant app from Play Store. Once installed, you can use it with Maps, YouTube Music, Messages, Dialer, Agenda, Timer, Alarm, and Clock. Both the watches also feature the Bixby assistant.
While the Galaxy Watch 5 maintains a similar design to its predecessor, you now get a new skin temperature sensor. It also packs in about 3 days of battery life and 2x faster charging. Other highlights include ECG, Blood Pressure monitoring, and Samsung’s BIA sensor.
The Pro model packs in a tough titanium casing. And since it’s Samsung, you get one of the highest-quality screens on a smartwatch. Given the brand’s history with smartwatches, these are currently one of the most reliable Android smartwatches with Google Assistant to have on your wrists.
Key Features:
- WearOS 3 with OneUI Watch
- Google Assistant and Bixby
- 1.2/1.4-inch Super AMOLED
- Exynos W920 Chipset
- 1.5GB RAM and 16GB Storage
- IP68 + 5ATM + MIL-STG Rating
- ECG, BP, and Skin Temperature
- Bluetooth and LTe Models
3. Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, 4 Classic
Released last year, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 runs on Wear OS with a customized skin from Samsung. While it initially came with Bixby and users had to sideload Google Assistant, the assistant is now officially available on the smartwatch. And you can choose between both- Bixby and Google based on your liking.
It comes in two variants- Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic. The latter has a rotating dial and is larger and heavier compared to the other which is more sports-oriented. Both the variants have two different case sizes- 40 and 44mm for the regular and 42mm and 46mm for the Classic.
Thanks to the heavily slashed prices in India and across the globe, the Galaxy Watch 4 is currently one of the best value-for-money Android smartwatches with Google Assistant.
Key Features:
- Wear OS 3 with OneUI Watch
- Google Assistant and Bixby
- 1.2/1.4-inch Super AMOLED
- Exynos W920 Chipset
- 1.5GB RAM and 16GB Storage
- ECG, BP Monitoring, and BIA Sensor
- IP68 + 5ATM + MIL-STG Rating
- Bluetooth and LTE Models
4. TicWatch E3
The TicWatch E3 is a fully functional smartwatch by Mobvoi. It features the Mobvoi dual-processor system with Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform alongside 1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage to install apps or store music.
The smartwatch comes with Google Assistant designed for Wear OS. Other features include Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi connectivity, and choosing between hundreds of watch faces. You can also make NFC payments using Google Pay.
Key Features:
- Wear OS with Google Assistant
- 1.3-inch TFT LCD display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Platform
- 1GB RAM and 8GB Storage
- IP68 Waterproof
- NFC Payments with Google Pay
- Essential Mode & Battery Saving Screen
- GPS Navigation
5. Fitbit Versa 3
Fitbit smartwatches have had voice assistants for quite a long and the Versa 3 is no different. Despite being not a Wear OS smartwatch, it has Google Assistant onboard. It also has built-in Amazon Alexa support, and you can choose between the two assistants based on your liking.
The smartwatch features a built-in GPS for accurate tracking. It also has an active-zone minutes feature that tells you which zone you are in with the option to set manual goals and zone. It can give up to six days of battery life and a day of backup with a 12-minute charge.
The upgraded model Fitbit Versa 4, unfortunately, does not feature Google Assistant which is a surprising move considering it’s a Google product.
Key Features:
- Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
- 1.58-inch AMOLED display
- Fast Charging
- Built-in GPS
- Store and Play Music (Not available in all countries)
- 50m Water-resistant
6. Fossil Gen 6
Fossil Gen 6 is the latest addition to the series powered by Google’s Wear OS. It features the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ platform, which is 30% faster than the previous generation.
It has Bluetooth 5.0 LE and WiFi connectivity along with NFC SE. This watch has an in-built GPS with a built-in wellness app to track and monitor your activities accurately. You can use the given Google Assistant to make calls and control smart home devices directly from the watch.
Update: Unfortunately, the Wear OS 3 update rolling out for Fossil Gen 6 smartwatches removes Google Fit and Google Assistant. As of now, there’s no clarity if it’ll be added in the coming time.
Key Features:
- Google Assistant (goes away with WearOS 3 update)
- 1.28-inch AMOLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ Platform
- Fast Charging
- 3 ATM Water-resistant
- Control Smart Home Devices
- NFC Payments with Google Pay
7. TicWatch Pro 3
TicWatch Pro 3 is the flagship series smartwatch by Mobvoi that comes with Wear OS. The watch gets powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform with Mobvoi Dual Processor System and has 1GB RAM and 8GB ROM.
It also has an in-built GPS with five satellite system positioning that includes GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS. There are some innovative health features like TicZen, TicHearing, and TicSleep that help to detect and show detailed health data.
Besides Google Assistant, the TicWatch Pro 3 also features Google Pay giving you the convenience of making NFC payments.
Key Features:
- Wear OS with Google Assistant
- 1.4-inch AMOLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Platform
- 1GB RAM and 8GB Storage
- 5 Satellite GPS System
- NFC Payments with Google Pay
- Heart Rate Sensor with 12 LED Lights
8. Skagen Falster 3 Gen 5
The Skagen Falster 3 Gen 5 is a circular smartwatch with Wear OS. The watch supports all major Google apps like Google Pay and Google Assistant, making it handy for hands-free use.
There is 1GB RAM and 4GB ROM to download third-party apps or store music on the watch. You also get activity tracking, built-in GPS, and essential reminders. Other features include intelligent battery modes and a magnetic USB rapid charger.
Key Features:
- Wear OS Support with Google Assistant
- 1.3-inch AMOLED display
- 5 ATM Water-resistant
- NFC Payments with Google Pay
- Multi-Day Battery Life with Extended Mode
- Untethered Built-in GPS
- Rapid Fast Charging
Users in India get a slightly different model with minor changes like 3 ATM water resistance and 8GB of ROM. The rest of the features are the same as the US model.
9. Fitbit Sense
Fitbit Sense is a fitness-based smartwatch that runs Fitbit OS but has Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa support. The smartwatch has over 200 workout modes with 20 exercise modes for real-time tracking of your workouts.
It features an ECG sensor to track heart rate and detect Atrial Fibrillation. It also has a skin temperature sensor that tracks your temperature in real-time. Overall, it’s an excellent option for fitness health enthusiasts.
As is the case with the Versa, the successor Fitbit Sense 2 lacks Google Assistant and carries forward Alexa as the sole voice assistant.
Key Features:
- Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
- 1.58-inch AMOLED display
- 6+ Days Battery with Fast Charging
- ECG and EDA sensor
- Skin Temperature Sensor
- NFC Payments with Fitbit Pay
- 50m Water-resistant
10. Misfit Vapor 2
The Misfit Vapor 2 is a slightly upgraded version of the original Vapor. It has built-in GPS tracking and NFC- the new add-on features in this new generation. Apart from Google Assistant, the watch also shows you a contextual feed powered by the assistant.
It gets powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 platform and runs on Google’s Wear OS. The smartwatch comes with all essential sensors like heart rate, accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter, and ambient light sensors.
Key Features:
- Wear OS with Google Assistant
- 1.19-inch AMOLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100
- 512 MB and 4GB Storage
- NFC Payments with Google Pay
- Rapid Fast Charging
- 50m Water-resistant
11. Fossil Gen 5E
Fossil Gen 5E is a Wear OS-powered smartwatch powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 platform. It has built-in GPS, heart rate and activity tracking, and sleep tracking like necessary features.
The watch comes with NFC for contactless payments. It uses Google Fit to track and show your health and activity data with detailed stats. The Google Assistant onboard can not only answer queries and perform tasks but also lets you control smart home devices.
Key Features:
- Wear OS with Google Assistant
- 1.19-inch OLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 3100 Platform
- Built-in GPS and NFC Payments with Google Pay
- Multi-Day Battery Modes and Fast Charging
- Smart Home Devices Control
- 3 ATM Water-resistant
12. Oppo Watch
Oppo Watch is the brand’s first smartwatch powered by Google’s Wear OS. It comes with a massive 1.91 inches flexible dual-curved AMOLED display. The battery of this smartwatch can be fast-charged and can give up to 21 days of backup in power-saving mode.
It also has an in-built GPS and exercises tracking features to track your activities accurately. Under the hood, you get Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 platform coupled with Ambiq Micro Apollo3 Wireless SoC. Like any other WearOS watch, Google Assistant is present onboard.
The watch also comes in a 42mm variant, a slightly toned-down version with a flat display. Having said that, the brand has so far released two new upgrades over this model- but they’re yet to hit global markets.
Key Features:
- Wear OS with Google Assistant
- 1.91-inch Dual-Curved AMOLED Display
- Fast Charging
- Built-in GPS + GLONASS
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 3100 Platform
- Ambiq Micro Apollo3 Wireless SoC
- 50m Water-resistant
13. Moto 360 3rd Gen
The Moto 360 3rd Gen smartwatch is the latest addition to the company’s smartwatch portfolio with Wear OS support. It features an AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The watch has a stylish and sleek design that looks premium.
All the basic sensors like heart rate, sleep tracking, and GPS are available onboard. It packs 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage to install apps from the Play Store. Thanks to unique quick charging, it can charge from scratch to complete in an hour.
Key Features:
- Wear OS with Google Assistant
- 1.2-inch OLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 3100 Platform
- 1GB RAM and 8GB storage
- 30m Water-resistant
- Quick Charge Technology
- NFC Payments with Android Pay
- In-built GPS / GLONASS / Beidou / Galileo
Wrapping Up
These were some of the best smartwatches with Google Assistant built-in available in the USA, India, and other markets. I hope this article helps you to choose the ideal smartwatch with a power-packed and reliable voice assistant from Google. Stay tuned for more tips, tricks, and how-tos around wearables you use.
