Our Favorite Budget Smartwatch Is $69

If you’re curious about whether you need a smartwatch but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars finding out, I have some good news for you. The Nothing CMF Watch Pro 3 is currently marked down to just $69 on Amazon, a $30 discount from its usual price. It has a surprisingly rich feature set for the price and would make a great workout or sleep tracker even if you already have a nicer smartwatch.

Despite its very wallet-friendly price point, the CMF Watch 3 Pro has everything you’d expect from a modern smartwatch. There are health and fitness data points, including workout tracking and an optical heart rate monitor, and dual-band GPS means all of your runs or bike rides will be tracked with the utmost accuracy. Our reviewer Adrienne So tested her readings against the Oura Ring 4 and found they matched up, an impressive feat for such an inexpensive offering.

There are some advantages to this price and feature set combination. The Watch 3 Pro is notably lighter weight than most premium smartwatches, which is great for working out or sleeping, and the battery lasts well over a week on a single charge, something few other options can claim anywhere close to. It’s moisture- and dustproof up to IP68, so you don’t have to worry about getting caught in the rain, and has a metal body that feels durable and sturdy.

It isn’t all perfect, and you’ll have to make some compromises here to save a few bucks. You should be careful to use the Nothing app rather than the older CMF Watch app, but there are still some oddities, like sleep tracking accuracy issues, and a running coach that leaves a bit to be desired.

If you’re interested in checking out the Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro, head on over to Amazon to pick it up for its discounted price point in all four colors: orange, ash gray, dark gray, and light green. If you think you might want something more substantial, check out our guide to the best smartwatches.