One of the eternal dilemmas, causing conflict between the defenders of one or another design, is the best shape for a smartwatch . If you are also considering whether a round or square shaped smart watch or bracelet is better, we will try to answer this question as best as possible.
However, we do not believe there is a universal answer beyond what may matter to you or seem essential, so, although in many cases square smartwatches are the best option, they are not necessarily the best for you.
Squares take better advantage of the screen
Square smartwatches take better advantage of the screen , which is why there are more and more Pro models from different brands that are manufactured with this screen shape. This is the case of the Xiaomi Band 7 Pro, which comes with a 1.64-inch rectangular AMOLED screen compared to the Xiaomi Band 7, which had a 1.62-inch round high-resolution screen. Despite not having a big difference in size, it is noticeable how it is able to take advantage of much more of the available space and appear to be much more.
It is interesting to note that the user interface of smartwatches is actually designed for square smartwatches , which means that if you have a round model you will find yourself with a very small user interface.
There are several criticisms from users that show that manufacturers do not care about the watches they offer their users, like this one from which we have rescued some images as an example.
iPhone 15Ultra@iPhone15UltraWhy round smartwatches absolutely SUCK – The UI of round smartwatches is actually designed for square smartwatches which makes the UI area extremely smallUI of round smartwatches shows that its makers like Samsung and Google DON’T CARE about their watches and their users https://t.co/M3cUS6d7nd
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In fact, some point out that round smartwatches could work if they have a well-adapted user interface , something that is not very common, but in which Garmin does a good job .
For tastes… colors
Although square or rectangular clocks make better use of the screen, as we can see in the images, because their interface is adapted for them and because they know how to enhance the available space much better, there are preferences for all tastes .
In fact, there are people who prefer these to be round because they are used to having a watch in this shape and prioritize them over square ones. It will depend on the tastes and needs of each user.
Another issue is the physical characteristics of each person, for example I have a small and thin wrist and I feel much more comfortable with a round-shaped smartwatch , even if I haven’t used it for a long time. The feeling on the wrist is not the same and ‘it doesn’t bother me as much’. Another person with these characteristics may prefer a square one because it fits more on many wrists or for another reason. In the variety is the spice.
On an aesthetic level , it also depends on what each person likes the most. It is not a priority element to take into account, but it is also valued because the shape also determines whether it looks more elegant, attractive, sporty, everyday or creates different sensations. Personalized dials will also contribute to this, giving the watch a new life.
With this, we reach the same conclusion that the best shape of a smartwatch between round or square is the one that best suits you or whoever is going to use it, also taking into account other features and characteristics.