Photograph: Julian ChokkattuApple Watch Ultra 2 for $799: The Watch Ultra 2 is still worth considering, just don't pay anywhere near MSRP; otherwise, you may as well buy the new Watch Ultra 3. Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025. Photograph: Julian ChokkattuSamsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 for $650: The 47-mm Galaxy Watch Ultra (7/10, WIRED Review) is the company's Apple Watch Ultra and Garmin competitor, and it's a solid first entry into the world of pricey, feature-rich, and powerful smartwatches designed for professional athletes. The heart rate tracker is remarkably consistent with the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and the dual-band GPS delivers accurate mapping. Samsung Galaxy Watch FE for $240: The Galaxy Watch FE is a fine budget Wear OS smartwatch.