India, May 14 -- Fitness tracking is no longer limited to athletes or gym users. Step counts, sleep scores, recovery data, ECG readings, and stress tracking are now part of daily routines for many people. That shift has also made buying decisions harder. Most buyers today end up comparing two products first: a smartwatch and a fitness band.

I've tested and reviewed wearables across price segments over the last few years, including budget fitness trackers, flagship smartwatches, and GPS-focused sports watches and smart rings. For this guide, I compared battery life, tracking accuracy, comfort, software support, workout features, and long-term usability across multiple devices currently available in India. I also referred to feedback from ...