Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Apple Watch Series 11: Fitness Flagships Compared

CNET compared Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 9 and Apple’s Watch Series 11 as leading fitness-focused smartwatches.

The Galaxy Watch 9 brings a new processor, a bigger battery, and improved fitness tools, while the Apple Watch Series 11 stands out for heart-rate accuracy.

Pricing, size, and design differ, but the biggest deciding factor is ecosystem lock-in: each watch works best only with its own phones.

The comparison helps buyers choose between Android and iPhone options, and also notes related models like the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Ultra 3.