Garmin Smartwatch
Bounce 2
- Display
- AMOLED · 1.2 in
- Battery
- 2 days
- GPS
- Built-in
- Water
- 5 ATM
Best Kids Smartwatches
Watches made for children, with location tracking and parent-approved contacts.
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Fitbit Ace LTE
- Display
- AMOLED
- Battery
- 16 hours
- GPS
- Built-in
- Water
- 5 ATM
Choosing a kids smartwatch
A kids smartwatch lets a child call and message a short list of approved contacts and lets parents see where they are, without handing over a phone. Most use a SIM card or eSIM and need a mobile plan.
Compare the parental app, school mode (which locks the watch during lessons), battery life and water rating. Check which carrier and plan each watch needs before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Do kids smartwatches need a phone plan?
Watches that call and track location away from home need a SIM or eSIM plan. The required plan row lists what each maker publishes.
What age is a kids smartwatch for?
Most are designed for about 4 to 12 years old, before a first phone. The age range row shows each maker's guidance.
Can parents see where the watch is?
Yes. Most kids watches show their location in a parent app, and many let you set safe zones that alert you when your child leaves them.