European Smartwatch Brands You Should Know
If you're looking for alternatives to big names like Apple, Samsung, or Garmin, Europe has a growing lineup of smartwatch brands that combine design, innovation, and niche expertise. Whether it's Withings' medical-grade health tracking, Suunto's rugged outdoor focus, or TAG Heuer's luxury craftsmanship, these brands prove that Europe brings more to the table than just tradition, it brings specialization.
Some of these companies manufacture locally, others abroad, but all are rooted in a European mindset of quality and innovation. Here's a look at the most notable ones.
Polar Electro
Known for: Pioneering heart rate monitoring technology and producing multisport smartwatches tailored for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
Employees: Approximately 1,200
Manufactured in: Mainly China and Malaysia
polar.com
Montblanc
Known for: Premium smartwatches that combine classic design with smart functionalities, including fitness tracking and customizable watch faces.
Employees: Approximately 2,500
Manufactured in: Germany
montblanc.com
TAG Heuer
Known for: Luxury smartwatches that merge high-end Swiss craftsmanship with modern technology, running on Wear OS by Google.
Employees: Approximately 1,688
Manufactured in: Switzerland
tagheuer.com
Withings
Known for: Hybrid smartwatches that combine classic analog design with advanced health tracking features, including ECG, SpO₂ monitoring, and sleep analysis.
Employees: Approximately 370
Manufactured in: France
withings.com
Watchmark
Known for: Affordable smartwatches featuring health and fitness tracking, smartphone notifications, and stylish designs.
Employees: Approximately 11–50
Manufactured in: Europe
watchmark.com
MyKronoz
Known for: Swiss-designed hybrid smartwatches that blend analog aesthetics with smart functionalities.
Employees: Approximately 11–50
Manufactured in: Switzerland
mykronoz.com
Suunto (China)
Known for: Rugged outdoor and adventure smartwatches with features like precise GPS navigation and long battery life.
Employees: Approximately 300+
Manufactured in: Primarily Finland (some models also made in China). Suunto is owned by Chinese Liesheng.
suunto.com
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