When Nothing recently launched its second smartwatch under the CMF line — the CMF Watch Pro 2, it brought a whole new dimension to the sub-Rs 10,000 smartwatch line. This device adds a cool element of style and customisation to the affordable smartwatch segment. The Rs 5K-10K price band offers quite a few options for first-time smartwatch buyers or users looking to upgrade from entry-level products. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 4 has now landed in this segment after a price cut and is still a great buy in 2024, while Boat’s Lunar Pro LTE is one of the only smartwatches at this price that offers eSIM support allowing you to leave your smartphone at home and still stay connected. We round up some of the best options at this price point:
CMF Watch Pro 2
One of our favourite new smartwatches, the latest addition to the CMF line stands out with its chic design aesthetic. CMF stands for Colour, Material and Finish, design elements this watch leverages to stand out in the affordable watch segment. The watch’s design language almost borders on Scandinavian chic with a large 1.32-inch display and a functional crown. You can swap the bezels and straps to create your own customised fashion statement. CMF also offers more than 100 watch faces that add to the fashion appeal of the watch. It’s not just design, this smartwatch comes with wellness features like sleep and stress tracking, SpO2 and heart rate monitoring as well as over 120 sports modes.
Price: Rs 5,499
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4
It’s been a while since this wearable was launched, but still makes our list for its vibrant display and slew of wellness features. It’s also one of the only wearables at this price point that offers the advantage of Google’s Wear OS platform. The 1.4-inch Super AMOLED (450 x 450 pixels) display offers excellent visibility — even under direct sunlight. Aside from the standard suite of wellness features you also get a Body Composition tracker that uses Samsung’s new BioActive Sensor to track fat percentage, skeletal muscle and body water, that make it a compelling option.
Price: Rs 9,999 onwards
Honor Choice Watch
The Honor Choice Watch flaunts one of the best displays at this price band. The standout feature of this wearable is the 1.95-inch AMOLED display (410 x 502 pixels) that packs 332 PPI (pixels per inch) and peaks at 550 nits of brightness with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate. It features a robust 300mAh battery despite its slim frame (it weighs just 45gm and is just 10.2mm slim). Honor claims that it delivers up to 12 days of battery life. The smartwatch offers the convenience of Bluetooth calling and is swim-proof with its 5ATM rating.
Price: Rs 6,499
Boat Lunar Pro LTE
The Boat Lunar Pro LTE makes our list for the convenience of LTE calling. You can leave your smartphone behind when you head out for a run and still stay connected thanks to eSIM support. It also offers in-built GPS to track your runs and workouts and features a vibrant 1.39-inch AMOLED display. The Lunar Pro features over 100 sports modes and comes with an IP68 rating for rugged use.
Price: Rs 8,699
Amazfit Bip 5 Unity
Amazfit’s long list of wearables include multiple options across price points. The Bip 5 Unity delivers great value for its asking price with a large 1.9-inch squarish display (320 x 380 pixels / 260 PPI) and a choice of more than 100+ watch faces. It offers SpO2 monitoring and sleep tracking amongst other wellness features. Amazfit claims 11 days of battery life for the Bip 5 Unity that also comes with over 120 sports modes.
Price: Rs 6,999
Noise Origin Smart Watch
One of the more stylish options in this segment, this smartwatch features what Noise calls a ‘Contour-cut design’ with a stainless-steel build. The Noise Origin also makes a big impression with its functional crown and a magnetic clasp that’s designed for all-day comfort. Noise claims that the EN 1 processor delivers smoother transitions and an enhanced user interface. The smartwatch is also bundled with the Advance Noise Health Suite that includes features like Fitness Age and Readiness Analysis that help you plan your workouts better.
Price: Rs 6,499
