🔄 Last updated: 26 August 2026 — prices checked on our Skontissimo comparison tool across Amazon, MediaWorld, Unieuro, Euronics, Comet, Yeppon and other Italian shops.
In 2026, smartwatches and smart bands cover just about every need: from the 35-euro fitness tracker to the runner's sports watch, by way of the "everyday" watches from Apple and Samsung with ever more serious health features. As always, the problem is price: for the same watch, the difference between shops can top 100 euros.
Here is the ranking with the real prices recorded on 26 August 2026 by our multi-shop monitoring — and today there is a real bargain: the Galaxy Watch 8 is at its all-time low.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 — today's bargain ⭐
The Galaxy Watch 8 (40 mm) is currently at its all-time low: 169 € on eBay — on Amazon it costs 279,99 €, which is 110 euros more. A shock-resistant design, an energy score based on sleep and heart signals, personalised fitness coaching and One UI 8 Watch: it is the benchmark for anyone with an Android smartphone. User rating 4.7.
Prices recorded: eBay 169 € ⭐ all-time low · MediaWorld 228,53 € · Comet 249,49 € · Amazon 279,99 €
Recommended for: Android users (Samsung in particular) who want a full-featured watch at the right price — today.
Apple Watch Series 11 — the benchmark for iPhone
The Series 11 introduces a Sleep Quality score, notifications for abnormal heart rate and a display twice as scratch-resistant as the Series 10's. Battery life rises to 24 hours, with fast charging (8 hours of use from 15 minutes on the charger). Rating 4.7 from more than 900 reviews.
Prices recorded: Comet / Unieuro 339 € · Euronics 359 € · MediaWorld 359,49 € (all-time low: 306 €, June 2026)
Recommended for: iPhone owners who want the best on health and safety (including fall and crash detection).
Apple Watch SE 3 — the way into the Apple Watch world
The SE 3 brings an always-on display, a temperature sensor and charging twice as fast as the SE 2, at a much lower price than the Series 11. It now costs 229 € practically everywhere (Amazon, Comet, MediaWorld, Unieuro): in June, however, it fell as low as 175,90 €, and the current trend is upwards — if you can, wait for the next deal.
Prices recorded: Amazon / Comet / MediaWorld / Unieuro 229 € (all-time low: 175,90 €, June 2026 — trend rising)
Recommended for: anyone who wants a full Apple Watch for fitness and notifications without spending 340 €.
Xiaomi Watch S4 — elegance for under 120 euros
A stainless steel case, a faceted crown and the look of a classic watch: the Watch S4 does not look like a budget watch. Inside are a high-precision temperature sensor, "one-touch" health checks (heart, SpO2, stress, sleep) and an emergency call triggered by triple-clicking the crown. 119 € at Comet. Rating 4.4 from 700 reviews.
Prices recorded: Comet 119 € · eBay 133 € · MediaWorld 141,99 € (all-time low: 99,99 €, June 2026)
Recommended for: anyone who wants a premium design and the essential features without spending much.
Huawei Watch Fit 5 — the sporty rectangular one
Released in May 2026, the Watch Fit 5 is the pick for those who prefer the rectangular "Fit"-style format: very light (27 grams) and backed by Huawei's solid health and fitness platform. 159 € at Comet and Unieuro, close to its all-time low of 149 €.
Prices recorded: Comet / Unieuro 159 € · Euronics 170 € · Amazon 174,29 € (all-time low: 149 €, June 2026)
Recommended for: anyone looking for a slim, discreet fitness watch that works with both Android and iPhone.
Garmin Forerunner 265 — for those who really run
The Forerunner 265 remains the benchmark sports watch for runners: AMOLED display, HRV Status, Body Battery, running dynamics at the wrist (cadence, stride length, ground contact) and contactless payments. 314,99 € at Yeppon, with the price trending down. Rating 4.7 from more than 1,400 reviews.
Prices recorded: Yeppon 314,99 € (all-time low: 288,37 €, June 2026 — trend falling)
Recommended for: runners and triathletes who want real metrics, not the estimates of a general-purpose smartwatch.
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 — the tracker for everyone
With more than 10,900 reviews (rating 4.5), the Band 10 is the most popular fitness tracker in Italy: a 1.72" AMOLED display at 1,500 nits, 21 days of battery life, 150+ sport modes and an aluminium case. 35,49 € — the same price at Amazon, Comet, MediaWorld and Unieuro.
Prices recorded: Amazon / Comet / MediaWorld / Unieuro 35,49 € (all-time low: 30,63 €, June 2026)
Recommended for: anyone who wants to count steps, sleep and workouts while spending the bare minimum.
Quick comparison — prices checked on 26 August 2026
| Model | Best price recorded | Shop | All-time low | Strong point |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Watch 8 | 169 € | eBay | 169 € ⭐ (today) | Full-featured, for Android |
| Apple Watch Series 11 | 339 € | Comet / Unieuro | 306 € | Top health and safety |
| Apple Watch SE 3 | 229 € | Amazon and chains | 175,90 € | Affordable Apple Watch |
| Xiaomi Watch S4 | 119 € | Comet | 99,99 € | Steel design |
| Huawei Watch Fit 5 | 159 € | Comet / Unieuro | 149 € | Light, 27 g |
| Garmin Forerunner 265 | 314,99 € | Yeppon | 288,37 € | Pro running metrics |
| Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | 35,49 € | Amazon and chains | 30,63 € | 21 days of battery life |
Our advice
Today's buy: the Galaxy Watch 8 at 169 € on eBay — an absolute all-time low, 110 € below the Amazon price.
For iPhone: the Series 11 at 339 € if you want everything; the SE 3 if the key features are enough for you (but better to wait for it to return below 200 €).
Minimum budget: the Smart Band 10 at 35,49 € — unbeatable.
A smartwatch is at its best when paired with the right smartphone: you will find our up-to-date rankings of the best mid-range smartphones and of the top-end models.
What is the best-value smartwatch of August 2026?
At today's price, the Galaxy Watch 8 at 169 € on eBay (all-time low) is the best buy for Android users. On iPhone the best value is the Apple Watch SE 3, but it is worth waiting for it to head back towards the 175,90 € low seen in June.
Does the Apple Watch work with Android?
No: the Apple Watch requires an iPhone. If you have an Android smartphone, look at the Galaxy Watch 8 (which works best with Samsung phones), Xiaomi Watch S4, Huawei Watch Fit 5 or Garmin, all of which are compatible with Android — and the Garmin and Huawei models also work with iPhone.
How long does the battery last on these smartwatches?
It depends on the category: the Apple Watch Series 11 lasts up to 24 hours (with fast charging), Garmin watches last several days, while the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 claims up to 21 days of battery life with standard use.
The prices shown were recorded on 26 August 2026 by our multi-shop monitoring system and may change. All-time lows refer to the history of our price tracking.
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