Garmin Fenix alternative: Armor Watch Pro packs mic and speaker, but lacks maps

Ulefone is particularly well known for its rugged smartphones, some of which have been reviewed on this site. The recently announced Ulefone Armor Watch Pro is a smartwatch built for durability. According to the company, the device is rated 5 ATM water-resistant and thus suitable for a wide range of water sports, such as swimming and surfing – though diving may be an exception. Since the watch meets the MIL-STD-810H standard, it should also be able to withstand drops and bumps without sustaining major damage.

The Armor Watch Pro features a 1.5-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels and a modest peak brightness of 550 nits. In addition to physical buttons, it comes equipped with a rotating crown that can be pressed. These control options may come in handy, for instance, when the user has wet hands. Despite having a built-in GNSS module, the Armor Watch Pro lacks support for maps and navigation, unlike Garmin’s Fenix models (available here on Amazon).

The device includes many features commonly found on standard smartwatches. It can track health metrics, such as heart rate, during workouts as well as everyday activities. Thanks to its integrated microphone and speaker, the Ulefone Armor Watch Pro can function as a Bluetooth speakerphone and be used to interact with digital assistants. The 410 mAh internal battery can deliver around one week of normal use. Pricing and availability have yet to be confirmed.