Although smartwatches have come a long way since their inception, they still lag behind smartphones in some key areas. For instance, smartwatches like Apple Watch can’t run complete versions of popular social media apps. The KOSPET Optimus 2 aims to change that.

And at $176.99 the KOSPET Optimus 2 might be the best smartwatch for most people.

The Promise of a Smartphone on Your Wrist

Optimus 2's Android OS

KOSPET advertises its Optimus 2 smartwatch as an Android phone on your wrist. And it is right on the money, as the watch runs Android 10.7 with additional UI enhancements and performance tweaks.

In other words, you can log in to your Google account on Optimus 2 and install any 3rd-party app from the Play Store. Social media apps, games, fitness apps, the Optimus 2 can handle everything.

Additionally, the Optimus 2 is 4G-ready. So, you can insert a nano-sim card to start calling and texting right from your wrist.

You can also connect the Optimus 2 to any smartphone through the Gao Fit App to receive your mobile notifications on your watch.

Finally, a smartwatch that aims to replace your phone must have a capable camera. And the Optimus 2 does not disappoint. It packs a 90 degrees rotatable, 13MP Sony IMX214 sensor with a dedicated flash to take your smartwatch photography to the next level.

Put simply, if you want to have the best of both the smartphone and the smartwatch worlds, the KOSPET Optimus 2 has to be on your radar. And when you order it between June 28 and July 28, you can get the Optimus 2 along with 50% off of your chosen accessories.

Plus, KOSPET offers a seven-day, no-questions-asked return policy for people who want peace of mind.

The KOSPET Optimus 2 Packs in Capable Hardware

Optimus 2 specifications

The KOSPET Optimus 2 comes equipped with an octa-core MediaTek Helio P22 processor with an IMG8320 GPU. The Helio P22 is a best-in-class smartwatch processor that can boost to 2GHz. Combine this with the IMG8320 GPU, and the Optimus 2 will have no trouble running any app you can throw at it.

To ensure that you can install and run a lot of apps, the Optimus 2 packs 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 storage.

While a speedy processor is a must for a feature-packed smartwatch, it can be atrocious for battery life. Fortunately, the Optimus 2 has a big 1260mAh Li-Po battery. KOSPET estimates that with normal 4G usage, the Optimus 2 can last for up to two days. The battery life increases to five days when you use the built-in Lite Mode.

Furthermore, KOSPET also utilizes a PAR2822 Bluetooth control chip for enhanced Bluetooth connectivity and fitness data collection. This dual-chip model helps Optimus 2 to conserve power and perform better than the competition.

In short, KOSPET has cut no corners when it comes to the Optimus 2’s hardware. The result is a smartwatch that runs and feels better than the rest.

Powerful Hardware Meets Smart Software

Optimus 2 Dual mode feature

The KOSPET Optimus 2 runs a custom version of Android 10.7. So, the Optimus 2 has all the Google apps that you love. And you can download more from the Play Store using the built-in WiFi modem.

All the apps that you have will look and run perfectly on the 1.6’’ circular IPS panel.

In situations where some apps fail to take advantage of the circular screen and the watch UI, you can hold the power button to toggle the square screen. The square screen mode allows 3rd-party apps to run in a smartphone-like environment with traditional navigation controls.

Finally, the Optimus 2 also has a Lite mode that increases the battery life to up to five days. But in the Lite mode, you are restricted to calling, texting, and fitness tracking. The touch screen is also disabled in this mode to save battery life.

Versatile Fitness Tracking

Optimus 2 heart rate sensor

While the Optimus 2 is a smartwatch through and through, it works just as well as a fitness tracker. It packs in a heart rate monitor, Blood Oxygen sensor, and can do sleep tracking along with 31 pre-loaded activity tracking presets.

Add in waterproofing and you have a smartwatch that doubles as a powerful fitness tracker.

A Powerful Smartwatch for Less than $200

The KOSPET Optimus 2 covers all the bases. From capable hardware and a sleek design to intelligent software and fitness tracking, no watch does so much for so little.

And in celebration of Optimus 2’s global launch, KOSPET is giving free accessories to the first 50 customers. You can also get 50% off on accessories if you order your Optimus 2 before July 28.

Suffice to say, at $176.99, the Optimus 2 is a great value.