Any fitness tracker worth considering should resist moisture and splashes, but the best waterproof fitness trackers are sealed and submersible, allowing them to survive a consistent soaking. Models meant for diving and high-velocity water sports require even more protection. We’ve been reviewing fitness trackers for more than a decade and have rigorously tested every model on this list, so you’ve come to the right place when searching for the right wearable for your needs and budget. Our top pick, the Fitbit Charge 6, is water resistant to 164 feet deep and automatically recognizes and tracks swimming workouts. If you need an even more durable device you can wear while scuba diving or waterskiing, or if you want something with smartwatch capabilities, our list of the best waterproof fitness trackers has you covered. Read on to find your perfect fit.
Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks
EDITORS’ NOTE
October 27, 2025: With this update, we added the Apple Watch Series 11, replacing the Series 10; the Apple Watch SE 3, replacing the second-gen model; and the Apple Watch Ultra 3, replacing the Ultra 2. Our remaining picks have been vetted for currency and availability.
(Credit: Eric Zeman)
(Credit: Eric Zeman)
Pros & Cons
-
Nearly two days of battery life in testing
-
Now supports 5G
-
FDA-approved hypertension notifications
-
WatchOS 26 delivers helpful new features
-
Vibrant screen
-
Slim design
-
More durable
-
Same specs and sensors as the previous model
-
Sleep Score and Workout Buddy lack depth
Why We Picked It
Apple’s flagship smartwatch, the Series 11, has a WR50 rating, meaning it’s water-resistant to 164 feet and suitable for shallow-water activities, such as swimming in a pool or the ocean close to shore. It’s also safe to wear in the shower or a hot tub. Its Workout app offers separate tracking options for pool and open-water swimming, as well as a multisport mode for triathletes. The Series 11 also has an IP6X certification, meaning it’s totally dustproof and immune to damage from sand, making it ideal for beach wear. This model also includes Apple’s excellent Depth app and a water temperature sensor, features that were previously limited to the Ultra series. The Series 11’s big, bright screen makes it very easy to see your real-time depth, even in murky water conditions. 5G connectivity will allow you to leave your phone behind on beach day and still benefit from speedy performance.
Who It’s For
The Apple Watch Series 11 is an excellent option for those seeking a smartwatch that tracks swimming and keeps you connected outside the water. It requires an iPhone 11 or later running iOS 26 or higher, so it’s not an option if you use Android. Note that the Series 11 is not safe for scuba diving, waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or deep submersion.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
Always-on LTPO3 OLED
Compatibility
iOS
Battery Life
43 hours (tested)
Learn More
Apple Watch Series 11 Review
(Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)
(Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)
Pros & Cons
-
Affordable
-
40 exercise modes (up from 20)
-
Connects to exercise machines
-
Google Maps, Google Wallet, and YouTube Music apps
-
Helpful side button
-
Excellent mobile app
-
No Spotify controls
-
No app store
-
Some metrics require a Premium subscription
Why We Picked It
Fitbit’s most popular fitness tracker, the Charge 6, is water resistant to 164 feet and safe to wear in the rain or pool. The Exercise app offers a tracking option for swimming, and the device features a Water Lock setting, which prevents the screen from activating when you’re in the water. The Water Lock automatically turns on when you start a swim in the Exercise app, or you can enable it anytime via the Quick Settings menu. Additionally, Fitbit’s SmartTrack feature automatically recognizes and records certain types of workouts, including swimming.
Who It’s For
The Charge 6 is an excellent investment for casual swimmers and anyone who wants to improve their health without spending a bundle. Note that Fitbit cautions against regularly wearing the Charge 6 in the shower, as exposure to soaps and conditioners may diminish its water resistance. It’s not safe for the hot tub or sauna, either. Regular beachgoers and outdoor adventurers should consider a more rugged device because the Charge 6 has no dust protection rating.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
AMOLED
Compatibility
Android, iOS
Battery Life
1 week
Learn More
Fitbit Charge 6 Review
(Credit: Amber Sayer)
(Credit: Amber Sayer)
Pros & Cons
-
Plenty of options for activity tracking
-
Slim and chic design with interchangeable bands
-
Good battery life
-
All stats are available in Garmin Connect app for free
-
Tracks heart rate, sleep, SpO2
-
Many useful widgets to customize metrics
-
Garmin Pay support (on Classic models)
-
No onboard GPS
-
Lacks a barometric altimeter for tracking stairs climbed
-
Grayscale display
-
Cannot broadcast your heart rate via ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart
Why We Picked It
Just because you’re swimming doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice your sense of fashion. Like many other models on this list, the Garmin Lily 2 has a 5ATM water resistance rating, so you can safely swim with it to a depth of 164 feet. It includes an exercise mode for pool swimming and tracks a variety of other health attributes like sleep, heart rate, and SpO2 when you’re not doing laps. Beyond the useful functionality, what this watch really has going for it is a chic design and a large variety of interchangeable straps.
Who It’s For
The Garmin Lily 2 is a top pick for women, specifically given its size and swagger, but it’s one of the best fitness trackers out there for anyone with small wrists or a penchant for style. It can’t track open-water swimming, but it’ll look good while you’re putting in those pool laps.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
LCD
Compatibility
Android, iOS
Battery Life
5 days
Learn More
Garmin Lily 2 Review
Pros & Cons
-
Large AMOLED touch screen
-
Weeklong battery life
-
Lightweight design
-
Plenty of health metrics
-
Contactless payments
-
Integrated GPS
-
Does not track floors climbed
-
Preloaded workouts are not animated
-
Limited lifestyle features
Why We Picked It
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 has a 5ATM water-resistance rating, meaning it can withstand pressure at depths of up to 164 feet and is safe to wear in the shower or pool. It offers over 25 built-in indoor and GPS profiles, including pool swimming, rowing, and SUP. For swimming, it tracks metrics including underwater heart rate, stroke type, and SWOLF (a measure of swimming efficiency).
Who It’s For
The Venu Sq 2 is a top choice if you need a waterproof fitness tracker with long battery life. In testing, it ran for around nine days. It doesn’t track open water swimming, but it’s reasonably priced and practical in design.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
AMOLED
Compatibility
Android, iOS
Battery Life
9 days
Learn More
Garmin Venu Sq 2 Review
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
Pros & Cons
-
Accurate heart rate readings
-
On-demand blood oxygen measurements
-
Weeklong battery life
-
Color touch screen with always-on option
-
Inexpensive
-
Gaps in sleep data
-
Some features exclusive to Samsung phones
-
Doesn’t work with iOS
Why We Picked It
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 is both attractively priced and highly adept at tracking exercise. During workouts, it tracks heart rate as accurately as devices that cost several times more. It can track over 100 different types of workouts, and it’s water-resistant to 164 feet deep.
Who It’s For
If you have an Android phone and don’t need something fancy, the Galaxy Fit3 works well and is safe to wear in the water. It can even automatically track swimming and other high-movement activities.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
AMOLED
Compatibility
Android
Battery Life
7.5 days
Learn More
Samsung Galaxy Fit3 Review
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
Pros & Cons
-
Responsive touch and gesture controls
-
Accurate heart rate monitoring
-
In-depth sleep metrics
-
Detailed exercise tracking
-
Measures ECG, SpO2, body fat percentage, and more
-
Large app selection
-
Small screen with big bezels
-
Dated processor
-
No AI health insights
Why We Picked It
The Galaxy Watch FE is an affordable Android smartwatch that features 5ATM and IP68 ratings, so it’s waterproof to depths of 164 feet and can withstand dust, dirt, and sand. It also meets the MIL-STD-810H standard, so it should survive extreme temperatures and other environmental stressors such as vibration and shock. The Watch FE offers more than 90 activity options, including aqua aerobics, beach volleyball, kayaking, rowing, snowshoeing, swimming, and water skiing. It also features a Water Lock mode to prevent the screen from activating when you’re in the water. Finally, access to the Google Play Store means you can download a wide selection of apps.
Who It’s For
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is best for Android users who need a waterproof smartwatch with robust connectivity and health features. It’s a nice option for pool and open water swimmers, even if it’s not rugged enough for diving or high-velocity water sports. The Galaxy Watch FE is exclusive to phones running Android 10.0 (or newer), though you get even more features like snoring detection if you pair it with a Samsung phone specifically.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
AMOLED
Compatibility
Android
Battery Life
27 hours (tested)
Learn More
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE Review
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
Pros & Cons
-
Comfortable
-
Informative, well-organized app
-
Accurate activity and sleep data
-
Personalized health guidance
-
Tracks numerous workouts
-
Weeklong battery life
-
Expensive
-
Requires a monthly fee for most features
-
Fewer workout details than wrist-based trackers
Why We Picked It
The Oura Ring 4 tracks activity, sleep, and stress from the tiny, accurate sensors embedded in its stylish frame. It fits comfortably and excels at compiling holistic health insights like cardiovascular age, sleep regularity, and more over time. Additionally, it’s water resistant to depths of 328 feet and suitable for shallow water sports, and it tracks up to 40 different types of exercise.
Who It’s For
If you want to track your heart rate during a swimming workout, but don’t like the feel of a wrist-based tracker in the water, the Oura Ring 4 will give you the data you need from its discreet spot on your finger. It doesn’t offer much in the way of workout details, but it tracks the basics and offers excellent holistic health insights.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
N/A
Compatibility
Android, iOS
Battery Life
7.25 days (tested)
Learn More
Oura Ring 4 Review
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
Pros & Cons
-
Sharp always-on display
-
Same processor as the Series 11
-
Nearly two days of battery life
-
Supports 5G
-
Gesture controls
-
Lacks sensors for blood oxygen, ECG, and hypertension
-
No QWERTY keyboard for text input
-
Large bezels
Why We Picked It
The Watch SE 3 is Apple’s smallest and most affordable smartwatch, featuring the same processor as Apple’s flagship model, along with extended battery life. It needs to be used with care around sand because it lacks a dust-resistance rating, but thanks to its WR50 rating, it’s safe to wear while swimming or showering.
Who It’s For
The Apple Watch SE 3 will monitor your water activities on a budget. It offers pool swimming, open-water swimming, and multisport (triathlon) tracking options.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
Always-On LTPO OLED
Compatibility
iOS
Battery Life
46 hours (tested)
Learn More
Apple Watch SE 3 Review
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
(Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
Pros & Cons
-
Supports satellite connectivity for off-grid communication
-
5G comes standard
-
Longest battery life of any Apple Watch
-
Vibrant, wide-angle OLED display
-
FDA-approved hypertension notifications
-
Expensive
-
Bulky
-
Same sensors as the previous model
Why We Picked It
Apple’s rugged Watch Ultra 3 has a WR100 rating, which means it can withstand depths of up to 328 feet, and it’s durable enough for high-speed water sports like kitesurfing, wakeboarding, and jet skiing. It also meets the EN13319 international standard for dive computers and gauges and is safe for recreational scuba diving down to 130 feet. The Ultra 3 has MIL-STD 810H certification, meaning it can withstand high altitudes, extreme temperatures, freezing/thawing, blowing sand, and other environmental stressors, including vibrations and shocks. It features a bright screen that is easy to read, even in direct sunlight, thanks to its wide-angle OLED technology, which enhances visibility. 5G connectivity keeps it feeling speedy when away from your phone, and Emergency Satellite Connectivity allows you to signal for help even when off the grid with no service.
Who It’s For
With long battery life, military-grade durability, and satellite connectivity for emergencies, the Ultra 3 is the best Apple Watch for outdoor adventurers, endurance athletes, and ocean enthusiasts. Thanks to its depth gauge and water temperature sensor, it’s also a nice option for scuba divers. Divers should check out the Oceanic+ app, which turns the Ultra 3 into a dive computer.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
Always-on LTPO3 OLED
Battery Life
63 hours (tested)
Learn More
Apple Watch Ultra 3 Review
(Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)
(Credit: Angela Moscaritolo)
Pros & Cons
-
Attractive, comfortable design
-
Better touch-screen responsiveness than predecessor
-
Physical button improves usability
-
40 exercise modes (up from 20)
-
Long battery life
-
Lots of watch faces
-
Tracks overnight skin temperature variation
-
No third-party app support
-
Some lifestyle apps from previous generation removed
-
Lacks ECG, stress sensors
Why We Picked It
The Fitbit Versa 4 is water-resistant to 164 feet, which means you can wear it in the shower or while you swim (even in salt water) without issue. Fitbit advises against bringing it into a hot tub or sauna, however. The Versa 4’s Exercise app offers a tracking option for swimming and supports SmartTrack automatic exercise recognition. It also provides helpful heart rate zone alerts to let you know when you reach a target zone during exercise.
Who It’s For
The swim-friendly Versa 4 is a compelling option for Fitbit fans as it’s both affordable and offers multi-day battery life.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
AMOLED
Compatibility
Android, iOS
Battery Life
6 days
Learn More
Fitbit Versa 4 Review
(Credit: Erika Rawes)
(Credit: Erika Rawes)
Pros & Cons
-
Tracks activity and sleep
-
Good battery life
-
Comfortable, waterproof design
-
Stylish, swappable bands
-
Can receive text notifications
-
No location/GPS tracking
-
Short charging cable
-
No heart rate monitoring
Why We Picked It
The Fitbit Ace 3 is a swim-friendly fitness tracker for children. It’s water-resistant up to 164 feet and can withstand cannonballs. Outside the water, it tracks your little one’s active minutes, hourly movement, sleep, and step count.
Who It’s For
The Ace 3 is ideal for children ages six and up. It offers an impressive eight days of battery life, just note that it doesn’t have any kind of location tracking or apps.
Specs & Configurations
Display Type
P-OLED
Compatibility
Android, iOS
Battery Life
6 days
Learn More
Fitbit Ace 3 Review
Get Our Best Stories!
All the Latest Tech, Tested by Our Experts
Sign up for the Lab Report to receive PCMag’s latest product reviews, buying advice, and insights.
Sign up for the Lab Report to receive PCMag’s latest product reviews, buying advice, and insights.
By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Thanks for signing up!
Your subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox!
The Best Waterproof Fitness Trackers for 2025
Compare Specs
Buying Guide: The Best Waterproof Fitness Trackers for 2025
What to Look For in a Waterproof Fitness Tracker
You don’t need to settle for merely waterproof. The same seals that keep water from ruining the electronics in swim-friendly fitness trackers also protect them from water pressure. Most waterproof fitness trackers are rated for a certain depth. Typically, these devices have a 5ATM rating, which means you can plunge them up to 164 feet underwater. Some have a lesser 3ATM rating, meaning they are submersible up to 98 feet. However, a 5ATM rating does not make a watch safe for scuba diving. Samsung states that devices certified to 5ATM can only withstand depths of up to 164 feet for 10 minutes.
Consider what you want your tracker to do. Are you more interested in viewing your data during or after a workout? If you want to keep an eye on your laps while you’re in the pool, you should look for a tracker with a bright screen. You should also make sure it’s capable of responding to your strokes underwater.
Another thing to keep in mind is how swim-centric you want your device to be. If swimming is your primary source of exercise, verify that your tracker supports multiple underwater activities.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is one of the most water-friendly models on this list, with a WR100 rating, which means it can withstand depths of up to 328 feet—twice that of the Series 11. The Ultra 3 is ideal for high-speed water sports such as kitesurfing, wakeboarding, and jet skiing. The Ultra 3 is also certified to the EN13319 international standard for dive computers and gauges, meaning it’s safe for recreational scuba diving descents down to 130 feet.
(Credit: Fitbit)
What Are the Best Smartwatches for Swimmers?
The line between fitness trackers and smartwatches is increasingly blurry. These days, many of the big smartwatches feature heart rate monitors and GPS, just like fitness trackers. Add a waterproof build, and many become suitable for use in the pool and ocean.
An additional benefit is that they tend to be more stylish than their fitness-focused counterparts. After you towel off, you can easily switch your swim-friendly silicone strap for a classier metal or leather band.
Most of the models on this list are safe for swimming in a pool or the ocean, as well as for use in the shower or a hot tub. However, be sure to check our reviews for details on water resistance. With the exception of the Ultra series, Apple Watches are not suitable for scuba diving, water skiing, or other high-velocity water sports.
Recommended by Our Editors
(Credit: Fitbit)
Which Fitbits Are Waterproof?
The good news is that all Fitbit trackers and smartwatches are water-resistant; they can withstand rain, sweat, and faucet pressure. Some older Fitbits were not safe for swimming, but all current models in Fitbit’s lineup are. That includes the Charge 6, Inspire 3, Sense 2, Versa 4, and the kid-friendly Ace LTE and Ace 3. You can wear them in the pool, and they can track swimming stats like lap counts, pace, and total duration.
Regardless of brand, be sure to remove your wearable after it gets wet and wait for it and your wrist to completely dry before putting it back on. Most waterproof wearables are safe to wear in the shower, but be cautious when using soap, as it can cause damage to certain materials.
For more options, check out our list of the best fitness trackers overall. To better understand how manufacturers rate gadgets for durability, check out our explainer on IP ratings.
