Global Fitness Watch Market – Introduction
- Fitness watches are fitness tracker devices which measure heart rate, distance travelled, capture speed during workout sessions, measure calorie consumption, and quality of sleep, etc. Fitness watches are also referred to as smart watches. Fitness watches are connected through Wi-Fi, GPS, or Bluetooth to phones, smartphones, computers, and laptops. Most fitness watches come with advanced features of core fitness, health, and connectivity and with new apps such as a blood oxygen sensor, and ECG apps. Additionally, fitness watches which are of premium range are solar powered multisport watches with pulse Ox (oximeter) to measure oxygen levels regularly, along with routable maps, and music, etc. These features have accelerated the demand for fitness watches globally.
Technologically driven solutions driving demand for fitness watches
- Smart watches upgraded with the latest technology and innovative products are driving the demand for fitness watches. Technology such as electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor records tiny electrical changes on the skin and indicates the level of stress on the body. Detection of the same results in better health and well-being. Besides relieving stress, heart rate sensors and motion detectors in fitness watches help in tracking sleep, how well the user sleeps, and trends over time. The advance devices determine health issues such as AFib and prevents problems before they occur, which is surging the use of fitness watches globally.
High quality material, availability in multiple styles, and durability leads to high performance of fitness watches
- The battery lasts for up to 18 hours, which is generally for more than a day in fitness watches. Greater adoption of wireless charging and charging jacks makes fitness watches more convenient. These watches can be customized according to individual tasks and are available in a variety of styles, looks, designs, with personalized assortment of straps, and are wellness companions 24/7. The lightweight aluminum body which is durable and high quality material leads to high performance of fitness watches.
North America considered the dominant region in the global fitness watch market
- In terms of geography, the global fitness watch market can be divided into five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America
- North America accounted for major share of the global fitness watch market in 2020. The market in North America is projected to expand at a significant pace during the forecast period due to increase in geriatric population using fitness watches, growing trend of wearable technology among youth, and rise in healthy retirement trends in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, which is projected to surge the sale of fitness watches in the near future.
- The market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a significant rate during the forecast period due to high-end activity tracking features, highly developed operating systems, and increasing health conscious consumers in India, China, Japan, and other countries in Southeast Asia, which is expected to boost the demand for fitness watches and create opportunities in the region.
Key Players Operating in the Fitness Watch Market
Major players operating in the market are likely to face tough competition during the forecasted timeline. Companies such as Apple Inc., Fitbit, Inc., Garmin Ltd., and Samsung Group are focusing on improving their product line by introducing new technology, high connectivity, all-day battery life, international emergency calling features, high usage in shallow-water activities, and dual-core processor. These features will enable manufacturers to cater to the demand of many customers. Some of the key players operating in the global fitness watch market include:
- Apple Inc.
- Fitbit, Inc.
- Garmin Ltd.
- Samsung Group
- Polar
- CASIO AMERICA INC. (G-shock)
- OPPO
- Huami Co., Ltd. (Amazfit)
- COROS Wearables Inc.
- Realme
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Type
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Screen Resolution
- LCD Display
- Retina Display
- OLED & OLED Touch Screen
- Others (Super AMOLED, etc.)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Network Connectivity
- Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi
- Others (GPS, etc.)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Dial Shape
- Curved
- Rectangular
- Round
- Others (Square)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Dial Material
- Aluminum
- Steel
- Others (Titanium, etc.)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Strap Material
- Stainless Steel
- Leather
- Silicone
- Others (Nylon, etc.)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Application
- Cycling
- Running
- Swimming
- Gym Workout
- Multi-sports
- Heart Rate Measurement
- Sleep Rate Measurement
- Others (Activity Tracking, etc.)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Distribution Channel
- Online
- Company-owned Website
- E-commerce Websites
- Offline
- Specialty Stores
- Hypermarket/Supermarket
- Others (Independent Retail Stores, etc.)
Global Fitness Watch Market, By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- U.K.
- Germany
- France
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- GCC
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
- South America
- Brazil
- Rest of South America
