Learn About Smartwatch OS

What is it?

Known simply as "OS", it is the main software that runs and manages your smartwatch hardware. It is responsible for coordinating and allocating resources for all your smartwatch components. There are mainly 3 smartwatch operating systems:

• Wear OS

  Made by Google, it is a variant of Android.

• watchOS

  Made by Apple Inc., can only work with Apple Watches.

• Tizen

  Open-source, maintained mainly by Samsung, it is mainly used in Samsung smartwatches and TVs.

Which one should I get?

It all depends on your personal preference and your software requirements. Not all apps are compatible with all operating systems. In any case, the following are the main reasons why you should choose one over the other:

Wear OS

Get Wear OS for the following reasons:

1. More variety when choosing your smartwatch
2. Compatible with more mobiles

watchOS

Get watchOS for the following reasons:

1. Apple ecosystem
2. You prefer Apple hardware
3. Longer support

Tizen

Get Tizen for the following reasons:

1. You prefer Samsung hardware
2. Compatible with more mobiles

Help Me Choose My Smartwatch

We have made a very simple tool that helps you choose your smartwatch by just answering few simple questions. So that you choose the best smartwatch for your needs.