In late December 2023, after a ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, Apple can no longer sell its Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 models in the U.S. with the blood oxygen monitoring feature. The company is in a legal battle with the medical technology company Masimo, which claimed in December 2023 that Apple was infringing on its patents. The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 model watches are physically identical to the previous models, but the blood oxygen feature has been disabled through the watchOS software.
However, even though you can’t get a smartwatch with this feature from Apple, there are still plenty of other smartwatches and devices on the market that will allow you to check your blood oxygen levels.
Here are my top picks for the best ones out there right now.
Google Pixel Watch 2
The Google Pixel Watch 2 seamlessly integrates Fitbit’s advanced health features, including precise heart rate tracking, stress management tools, and a blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) monitoring feature. With enhanced fitness capabilities like Pace Training and Heart Zone Tracking, this smartwatch helps you achieve your goals.
The elegant champagne gold aluminum case and comfortable hazel active band make it a stylish accessory, while Wi-Fi connectivity keeps you productive on the go. At the time of publishing, this product had over 500 global reviews, with 62% giving it 5 stars.
Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar is equipped with a wrist-based pulse oximeter that gauges the saturation of oxygen in your blood. This feature provides valuable insights into how your body is adapting to exercise and stress. Its robust construction also ensures durability, allowing you to explore without hesitation. With solar charging capabilities, you can keep the watch powered even during extended adventures.
The watch features Multi-GNSS support, enhancing accuracy for navigation and tracking. Whether you’re hiking, running, or cycling, the Tracbak Routing feature guides you back to your starting point. Available in a sleek Graphite color, this watch combines functionality with style, making it an ideal choice for all your outdoor activities. At the time of publishing, this product had over 1700 global reviews, with 80% giving it 5 stars.
COROS PACE 3 Sport Watch
The COROS PACE 3 GPS Sport Watch is equipped with a wrist-based pulse oximeter that allows you to gauge the saturation of oxygen in your blood. The watch is also lightweight and comfortable, measuring 11.7mm thick and weighing 30g (with the nylon band). It is ideal for all-day wear without distractions. The always-on transflective touchscreen display offers enhanced visibility even in bright sunlight, making navigation a breeze.
Impressive battery life is a standout feature, with up to 17 days of regular use. For outdoor adventures, it provides 30 hours in Full GPS mode and an impressive 60 hours in UltraMax mode. The watch supports comprehensive activity tracking, including running (indoor and outdoor), biking, swimming (pool and open water), triathlon, and strength training.
Health monitoring features include heart rate tracking, sleep cycle analysis (awake, REM, light, and deep sleep), and resting heart rate calculation. The watch is durable and water-resistant with a 5ATM rating (up to 50 meters). At the time of publishing, this product had over 300 global reviews, with 75% giving it 5 stars.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 6
The SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 6 allows you to measure your blood oxygen level and also has a heart monitoring feature that will regularly scan your heart rate. It has an advanced BIA sensor that will read your body fat, skeletal muscle, body water, Body Mass Index, and more. Plus, you can keep track of your sleep patterns with the Sleep Coach feature. At the time of publishing, this product had over 1,400 global reviews, with 75% giving it 5 stars.
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Wellue O2 Ring
My final pick is this smart ring from Wellue. Aside from being able to monitor your blood oxygen levels, you can also track things like your sleep, motion, heart rate, and more. It lasts up to 16 hours on a full charge and also has unlimited storage within the device that has built-in memory and can store 4 groups of 10 hours of data. At the time of publishing, this product had over 1,400 global reviews, with 63% giving it 5 stars.
Fitbit Inspire 3
The Fitbit Inspire 3 watch will track numerous things within your body besides just your blood oxygen levels. It can help you keep track of your heart rhythm, menstrual health, your sleep patterns, and more. It also has over 20 exercise modes and gives you reminders to exercise. Plus, it has a color touchscreen with customizable clock faces, is water resistant up to 50 meters, and has up to 10-day battery life. At the time of publishing, this product had over 9,500 global reviews with 70% giving it 5 stars.
Fitbit Charge 6
The Fitbit Charge 6 will monitor your oxygen saturation, give your ECG and irregular heart rhythm notifications, and give you all-day activity tracking. It can also give you a stress management score a nightly sleep score, and an on-wrist mindfulness session to make sure that your mental health is always taken care of. At the time of publishing, this product had over 1,900 global reviews with 62% giving it 5 stars.
Kurt’s key takeaways
As you can see, there are plenty of wearable options for you out there that will help you to keep track of your blood oxygen levels among other things. Check these out and see which one you think would fit you and your needs best. Let us know which one you end up purchasing and how it works for you.
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