Smartwatch chargers

A watch has its own charger; the phone's will not do

Almost every smartwatch charges through its own contact or a magnetic puck — a USB-C phone cable will never charge a watch. A lost or broken charger is therefore the most common reason a watch ends up in a drawer.

• Magnetic puck. Apple Watch, Fossil, Amazfit and Oppo — the puck snaps onto the case back by itself.
• Contact clip. Garmin and Fitbit watches use a clipped connector made for their own model.
• Wireless stand. The Samsung Galaxy Watch can also be charged on a stand.

Choose by watch model

A charger matches a specific family rather than a maker in general: a Garmin Fenix 7 connector will not fit a Forerunner, and an Amazfit Stratos charger will not fit a GTR. Check the exact watch name in its settings and compare it with the product name. A spare for work and another for home is a cheap fix if the watch charges daily.

Alongside

Screen protection sits under smartwatch accessories and bands under watch straps. New watches are on the smartwatches page and bands under fitness bands.

Frequently asked questions

Can I charge a watch with a phone charger? With the power brick, yes — but the cable has to be the watch's own; a USB-C plug will not connect to it.

Does one brand's charger fit all its watches? No. The contact differs between series, so check the model name in the product description.

Do I have to buy the original? No, a third-party charger works just as fast when the contact is right.

Why will the watch not charge? Usually a dirty contact or a puck that has slipped — wipe the case back with a dry cloth and reseat the puck.