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Watch guides: buying advice & know-how
Buying criteria, technology and legal matters around watches – explained factually, with matching models and current prices from our comparison.
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- Guide · 7 min readAutomatic, quartz or solar: which movement suits you?The movement is the heart of every watch. It determines how accurate the watch is, how much care it needs and how it feels. Here you'll learn how the common types of movement work – and which one suits you.Updated 23/09/2026
- Guide · 7 min readWater-resistant to 3, 5, 10, 20 bar – what does it really mean?"Water-resistant to 30 m" – and yet the watch fogs up after swimming? That isn't the manufacturer's fault, but a common misunderstanding. Here you'll learn what the ratings mean and how to protect your watch properly.Updated 23/09/2026
- Guide · 7 min readBuying a smartwatch: 8 things that really matterHundreds of sports modes, huge displays, blood pressure measurement – smartwatch spec sheets try to outdo one another. These eight points help you find the watch that really fits your everyday life.Updated 23/09/2026
Popular comparisons
- Smartwatches204 models · from €4Here you'll find current smartwatch deals from several shops – from simple notification watches to branded models with GPS and an AMOLED display.
- Smartwatches with calling94 models · from €11Take calls without pulling your phone out of your pocket: compare smartwatches with a speaker and microphone here – from budget Bluetooth models to watches with mobile data.
- Women's smartwatches60 models · from €11Smaller cases, slim straps, cycle and sleep tracking: here you'll find smartwatches that look good on petite wrists and don't get in the way in everyday life.
- Fitness trackers60 models · from €9Activity bands and sporty smartwatches count steps, measure heart rate and sleep, and often last for many days. Compare current models and deals here.
- Outdoor smartwatches27 models · from €4Big batteries, angular cases, a compass and often even an LED torch: outdoor and "military" smartwatches are built for building sites, hikes and workshops.
- Kids' watches29 models · from €8Whether an analogue learning watch, a tough digital watch or a kids' smartwatch with GPS: here you'll find watches for children – and the key points parents should look out for.