The Apple Watch Isn't the Only One Worth Your Money

Price: $349

Why it's special: First things first — the Apple Watch is gorgeous. But it also uses Siri to send texts to other iMessage users, can detect your heart rate, lets you navigate maps and control Apple TV, and so much more. Plus, it's got a flexible retina display for a great user experience.

Price: $150

Why it's special: The e-paper watch made huge waves after raising a record-breaking $10 million on Kickstarter (the goal was only $100K). It pairs to a smartphone via Bluetooth and will receive text/email/call push notifications. The difference is that Pebble uses a battery-saving, black and white e-paper display that looks great in bright sunlight.

Price: $299

Why it's special: The smartphone-compatible Galaxy Gear 2 answers calls, emails, and texts right from your wrist. Then there's the fact that it uses voice command, comes with a stand-alone music player, and features interchangeable bands.

Price: $179

Why it's special: The Bluetooth-enabled Sonostar is like a Pebble with different hardware. It has a black and white e-paper 1.73-inch display, is both Android and iOS compatible, and uses specialized apps. The main difference is the curved touch screen on the watch's face.

Price: Unknown

Why it's special: There's still no word yet on when it will even be released, but the newly announced Samsung Gear S is pretty great. It has its own 3G data connection, which means that it doesn't need your phone nearby to tell you directions or the morning's headlines. The screen is curved, and the device itself is waterproof and attached to a flexible, thick band that makes it feel more like a cuff.