I’ve never owned an Apple Watch, and after spending months with the CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro, I don’t think I’m missing out. For $80, it does everything I want from something on my wrist: it tracks my runs, monitors my heart rate, sends notifications, has a battery that lasts over 10 days and it looks damn good on my wrist. I also just like wearing watches, and while most smartwatches have never really appealed to me (they’re usually ugly) — the UI, style and functionality of this thing makes it a piece of personal tech I’m truly happy to sport.
Compared to most smartwatches on the market, the CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro feels wholly focused. It’s clean and minimalist, and Nothing didn’t try to cram every possible feature into this watch. Instead, it sticks to the essentials and executes them well. Basically, it’s the kind of device that does its job well, without making you wonder why you didn’t just spend hundreds more. That’s value.
It’s a functional smartwatch that actually looks good with the things I wear.
Those familiar with the British consumer tech brand Nothing shouldn’t be surprised to hear that the Watch 3 Pro is a beautifully designed tech product. CMF, Nothing’s in-label bargain brand, is just as focused on design-forward tech as it is functionality, making this a watch I actually love to wear. I’m partial to the orange color, but the Watch 3 Pro also comes in a fun green plus sleek light and dark gray options.
