Best 2022 Smartwatches for cross-platform compatibility

#1 Fitbit Sense 2
4.8

Cross-platform compatibility is a clear advantage, with reviewers emphasizing that the Sense 2 works with both iPhones and Android phones.

Pros: pairing reliability, durability

Cons: music controls, Wi-Fi connectivity

#2 Garmin Forerunner 255
4.8

Cross-platform compatibility was praised in one review for strong Android and iOS integration.

Pros: durability, cross-platform compatibility

Cons: stress tracking, app ecosystem

#3 Garmin Forerunner 955
4.5

Cross-platform compatibility was positive at the basic app level, with Garmin Connect available for both iOS and Android.

Pros: outdoor visibility, charging speed

Cons: LTE connectivity, call handling

#4 Garmin Venu Sq 2
4.5

Cross-platform compatibility was praised in one review because the watch works with both Android and iOS unlike some rivals.

Pros: charging speed, coaching features

Cons: ECG functionality, call handling

#5 Garmin Forerunner 255S
4.2

Cross-platform compatibility was positive in the evidence, with the Garmin Connect experience described as consistent across supported phone platforms.

Pros: step counting accuracy, fit

Cons: blood oxygen tracking, charging convenience

#6 Garmin Vivomove Sport
4.0

Cross-platform use was mostly positive across Android and Apple, though one review noted lack of direct Google Fit sync.

Pros: pairing reliability, reliability

Cons: contactless payments, onboard music storage

#7 Garmin MARQ Gen 2
4.0

Cross-platform compatibility was positively judged in one review as good for both iPhone and Android users.

Pros: pairing reliability, reliability

Cons: size options, call handling

#8 Polar Ignite 3
4.0

Cross-platform compatibility was positive in limited evidence, with the Android and iOS app experience described as essentially the same.

Pros: brightness, charging speed

Cons: call handling, third-party app support

#9 Polar Pacer
4.0

Cross-platform compatibility has limited positive evidence from iOS and Android syncing with the watch.

Pros: third-party app support, comfort

Cons: contactless payments, onboard music storage

#10 Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4
3.5

Cross-platform support is mixed: Android gives the better experience, while iPhone support is more limited or a tough sell.

Pros: contactless payments, pairing reliability

Cons: LTE connectivity, call handling

#11 Fitbit Versa 4
3.3

Cross-platform support was technically broad, but one review stressed that iPhone integration was much more limited than Android.

Pros: pairing reliability, user interface

Cons: third-party app support, music controls

#12 Suunto 9 Peak Pro
3.0

Cross-platform compatibility was mixed, with iOS compatibility present but message replies more limited than on Android.

Pros: step counting accuracy, durability

Cons: voice assistant quality, contactless payments