Today’s best digital watches are amazing. They manage to pack a huge number of potent sensors and tools for modern life into a tiny package. They’re more precise than a simple smartphone, and typically offer far better battery life, too. Not looking for something tech-crammed?

This ranking also includes outstanding digital watches from the other end of the scale

It is simple, stylish, time-telling models that are all-but indestructible. 

While screen real estate is limited, adventure watch manufacturers have taken many tips from smartwatches, and indeed many outdoor watches do double duty as smartwatches, as well as GPS units, running coaches, training aids and music players, to name but a few functions.   

1. Garmin fenix 7X – Sapphire Solar Multisport GPS Watch – Black DLC Titanium with Black Band

Sapphire Solar Multisport GPS Watch by Garmin fenix 7X. The robust fnix 7X Sapphire Solar multisport GPS watch is up to any athletic or outdoor task.

Its scratch-resistant Power Sapphire TM solar charging lens harnesses the sun’s energy to power advanced training functions, sports applications, health and wellness monitoring sensors, and more.

2. Garmin fenix 7S – Sapphire Solar Multisport GPS Watch – Mineral Blue DLC Titanium with Whitestone Band

Sapphire Solar Multisport GPS Watch from Garmin fenix 7S. With the robust fenix 7 Sapphire Solar multisport GPS watch, you can take on any athletic or outdoor endeavor.

3. Garmin Instinct – Lakeside Blue

Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS from Garmin. This tough GPS watch meets MIL-STD-810G standards and is waterproof to 100 metres.

Multiple Global Navigation Satellite Systems, as well as a built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter, enable you track in more difficult terrain.