Find The Right Watches and wrist devices

Fossil Caller ID Wristwatch w/ Bluetooth

The Fossil Abacus Mobilewear Caller ID Wristwatch has a cool factor that is reminiscent of a James Bond movie, but that's not enough to win our accolades. Its large size and limited compatibility with cell phones makes this more of a novelty gadget than a must-have.

Specs: Watch (combo device), Technical, 30 m

Abacus Smart Watch 2006 (Brown crocodile leather)

Microsoft and Fossil have made some significant improvements in their next-generation Abacus Smart Watch series, but it's still unclear whether the service's features can attract a broad audience.

Abacus Smart Watch 2006 (Modern metal)

Microsoft and Fossil have made some significant improvements in their next-generation Abacus Smart Watch series, but it's still unclear whether the service's features can attract a broad audience.

Abacus Smart Watch 2006 (Green fabric)

Microsoft and Fossil have made some significant improvements in their next-generation Abacus Smart Watch series, but it's still unclear whether the service's features can attract a broad audience.

Abacus Smart Watch 2006 (Classic metal)

Microsoft and Fossil have made some significant improvements in their next-generation Abacus Smart Watch series, but it's still unclear whether the service's features can attract a broad audience.

Abacus Smart Watch 2006 (Black leather)

Microsoft and Fossil have made some significant improvements in their next-generation Abacus Smart Watch series, but it's still unclear whether the service's features can attract a broad audience.

Suunto N6HR

With its built-in heart-rate monitor, Suunto's N6HR is the sportiest MSN Direct watch available, but it isn't cheap.

Specs: Heart rate monitor, Sport, 12/24 hour, Multiple time zones, 100 m, MSN Direct service, Smart Personal Objects Technology (SPOT), Changeable watch faces

Fossil Wrist Net FX3005

Nothing screams geek like a SPOT watch, but this one does so a little less loudly than other models.

Specs: Watch (combo device), Technical

Tissot High T

Even though the Tissot High T boasts Swiss quality and cutting-edge tech, it's difficult to justify the high price.

Swatch Paparazzi (black)

While other MSN Direct watches are designed with business users in mind, the Swatch Paparazzi is perfect for younger users who need more entertainment-oriented information.

Specs: Watch, Technical, Paparazzi, 20 m

Suunto N3i

The Suunto N3i is one of the most stylish SPOT watches available, but it comes at a cost.

Specs: Watch (combo device), Technical, Multiple time zones, 100 m, Smart Personal Objects Technology (SPOT), MSN Direct service, Changeable watch faces, USB compatible

Suunto t6

This wrist-top personal trainer will win you over with its wealth of features and excellent software, but be prepared to spend the big bucks.

Specs: Watch (combo device), Technical, 12/24 hour, 100 m

Timex Bodylink 59551

We had high hopes for Timex's GPS training device, but they were dashed by a really bad design.

Specs: Heart rate monitor, Sport, Ironman, 12/24 hour, 50 m

CicloSport HAC 4 Plus

Specs: Watch, Sport, 12/24 hour

Polar S720i

Specs: Watch, Sport, Multiple time zones, 20 m

Suunto X6-HR

An elegant design, accurate performance data, and helpful training software make the X6-HR one of our top choices for outdoor athletics.

Specs: Watch (combo device), Sport, 12/24 hour, Multiple time zones, 100 m

Highgear Axis

If you spend a lot of time in your hiking boots, the Axis is for you.

Specs: Watch, Outdoor, 12/24 hour, 30 m

Casio G-Shock Atomic Solar watch

We wouldn't rely too heavily on the G-Shock's flakey atomic-clock-signal reception, but otherwise, it makes for a fine rugged watch.

Specs: Watch, Sport, G-Shock, World time zones, 12/24 hour, 200 m

Freestyle MacDaddy

This is a cool watch for surfers, water-skiers, and boogie boarders who don't mind its heft and its quirky split-screen design.

Specs: Watch, Casual, Multiple time zones, 50 m

Nike Triax Elite HRM/SDM

The Triax Elite was designed for serious runners, and it shows. It's a great buy if you're training for a marathon.

Specs: Watch, Sport, 12/24 hour, 50 m