Skip the Rumored Apple Watch Series 11, This Bargain Smartwatch Covers the Basics for Just $52

Many of us are buzzing with excitement over Apple's next "Awe Dropping" event, which takes place Sept. 9, and CNET's experts are expecting a number of announcements, including the Apple Watch Series 11. But if you don't need all the bells and whistles of the latest high-end models, you can find budget-friendly alternatives -- and right now, QVC has a deal you won't want to miss.

Smartwatches are a great way to keep up with your overall health metrics and fitness levels while also keeping you connected on the go, which makes them a more versatile option than a basic fitness tracker. But these devices can be costly, with top-tier models sometimes costing several hundred dollars. Right now you can snag the Cubitt Viva smartwatch for just $52, saving you 25% on its usual $70 price tag.

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This smartwatch has a 1.84-inch AMOLED display, a 300 mAh capacity battery and customizable dials. Not only does it track your heart rate, but it also tracks your sleep, blood oxygen, stress, steps and more. Plus, it supports over 60 sports modes to help you monitor your fitness levels. You can also make and receive calls and get messages, notifications and more right on your wrist, which can add some extra convenience to your day. It's compatible with both iOS and Android, too, making it a great budget buy regardless of whether you're on team iPhone or team Android.

You can snag this discounted smartwatch in a variety of colors: black, blue, gray, lilac and rose gold. Plus, your purchase includes free shipping.

It's also worth noting that first-time QVC shoppers can save an extra $30 off their first order valued at $60 or more with promo code WELCOME30. While this smartwatch deal falls below that threshold, it may be worth adding a second item to your cart to take advantage of this deal if you haven't shopped with QVC before.

SMARTWATCH DEALS OF THE WEEK

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm, M/L Black Sport Band):

$359 (save $70)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, Bluetooth, Graphite Band):

$250 (save $100)
Google Pixel Watch 4 (41mm, Wi-Fi, Matte Black):

$300 (save $50)
Garmin Venu Sq 2 GPS Smartwatch (Shadow Gray):

$150 (save $100)
Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch (Black):

$120 (save $80)

Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.

Why this deal matters

Top-of-the-line smartwatches can cost hundreds of dollars, but if you just need a basic wearable that can track your fitness, sleep, stress and more all while keeping you connected with on-wrist alerts and calls, this incredible deal will cost you just over 50 bucks. And unlike the Apple Watch, it's compatible with both iOS and Android.