Iqbal, JavedKanakaraj, Aaradana2026-02-112026-02-112025https://go.griffith.ie/handle/123456789/759This study evaluates the user feedback on the effectiveness of FDA/CE-cleared smartwatches from a health perspective in Ireland. The research adopts a mixed-method approach, employed a survey-based strategy with a cross-sectional time horizon. Primary data were collected through online questionnaires structured into five sections comprising 24 questions. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in Excel, while qualitative responses were examined through thematic analysis. The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of FDA/CE-cleared smartwatches in tracking essential health metrics, investigate their role in motivating healthier habits, evaluate their impact on health outcomes, measure user satisfaction, and explore differences in users feedback across demographics and health status. The quantitative findings showed that smartwatches were widely trusted for tracking heart rate, blood oxygen, ECG, and stress, though sleep tracking received mixed evaluations. Both healthy users and users with medical conditions reported that alerts, reminders, and fitness tracking motivated healthier behaviours, though users with health conditions emphasized disease management benefits (e.g., improved heart rate and blood pressure control, greater reassurance in monitoring), while healthy users highlighted fitness, stress reduction, and lifestyle regulation. Overall satisfaction was very high, with usability, comfort, and perceived benefits strongly endorsed, although battery life and sleep monitoring were noted as areas for improvement. Younger adults were the most frequent users, while older adults were underrepresented. While the qualitative findings showed that FDA/CE-approved smartwatches serve a dual function: For Users with medical conditions, they serve as supportive healthcare tool, aiding in disease management and offering emotional comfort and for healthy users, they serve as motivational lifestyle enhancement tool, encouraging fitness, routine-building, and wellness optimization. In conclusion, this study highlights the growing role of FDA/CE-cleared smartwatches in bridging the gap between personal health management and formal healthcare systems. While not a substitute for medical care, they are valued for their clinical and wellness needs, FDA/CE-cleared smartwatches demonstrate the potential of digital health innovation to support individuals, complement healthcare systems, and advance public health goals in Ireland.Thesis