About Njord Gear

Njord Gear makes rugged smartwatches for people who work with their hands: construction crews, mechanics, welders, electricians, farmers and first responders. Our watches are built for the job site, with tough cases, batteries that run 10 to 18 days depending on the model, and calls and notifications on the wrist.

Our Goal is to build reliable tools that support You in every situation.

Built for the job site

16–18 days APEX battery on a typical charge
IP69K + 2ATM APEX: high-pressure, high-temperature water jets
MIL-STD-810H Rated, on the APEX and the BASE
45 hrs Every APEX case is baked for 45 hours
−32 °C APEX works down to −32 °C, no battery drop

In the press

Written up by people who don't work here.

The Brand

Built for you.

Since 2023, every Njord product is built to solve real problems & not create new ones. We design with purpose, test in the field, and back it with guarantees that mean something.

Our Mission

Built for the field.

We started Njord because the gear we needed wasn’t out there. So we built our own, tough, reliable products made for real work, not showroom shelves.

Who we build for

Most smartwatches are built for the gym. Ours are built for the job site.

Most smartwatches are built for the gym or the office. That's fine on a treadmill. On a job site, one knock can crack the screen, and a battery that needs the charger every day or two doesn't keep up with real work.

We build for the people those watches weren't made for. If you get dirty, wet or cold for a living, this is who we had in mind.

  • Construction
  • Mechanics
  • Welders
  • Electricians
  • Farmers
  • Ranchers
  • Longshoremen
  • Firefighters
  • First responders

What we make

Three watches. Each one built for work.

Our toughest

APEX

The Indestructible Smartwatch APEX

Precision-machined zinc alloy, baked for 45 hours and Electrocoated with our ElectroShield™ finish (patent pending). Sandblasted matte. It won't rust, flake or peel.

  • IP69K + 2ATM: pressure washer at the end of a shift is fine
  • Rated to MIL-STD-810H
  • 2.13" AMOLED, recessed behind a raised bezel
  • 16–18 days on a typical charge (1,000 mAh)
  • Works from −32 °C to 60 °C (about −26 °F to 140 °F)
  • Heart rate, SpO2 and blood pressure readings
  • Compass, barometer, altimeter, 140+ sport modes
From $139.99 See the APEX
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Nomad

The Nomad Smartwatch

For people who want a classic round watch face.

  • 1.43" AMOLED display
  • Rated 1ATM
  • 10–14 days on a charge
From $104.99 See the Nomad
Entry model

BASE

The Indestructible Smartwatch

The BASE has a strong polymer case with a stainless steel bezel.

  • Rated to MIL-STD-810H
  • IP68
  • 1.8" OLED display
  • 10–14 days on a charge
  • Heart rate, SpO2 and blood pressure readings
From $89.99 See the BASE

Every Njord watch

iPhone and Android

Works with iPhone (iOS 9.0 and up) and Android, through a free companion app.

Calls and notifications

Take calls and see notifications on the wrist, so your phone stays in your pocket.

Standard 22 mm straps

Every model uses replaceable standard 22 mm straps.

Run It Over, It Doesn't Care

Manufacturing Process

Every Njord product is built to take a beating — and keep going. We’ve refined our manufacturing process to meet strict durability standards, ensuring each watch and piece of gear holds up under pressure. From design to final inspection, we don’t cut corners. Because when you rely on your gear, it shouldn’t let you down.

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How every watch is checked

Checked before it ships. Every unit.

  1. 01

    Hand-assembled

    Each watch is put together by hand.

  2. 02

    Pressure-tested

    Every unit is pressure-tested before it ships.

  3. 03

    Screen-checked

    Every screen is checked before it ships.

  4. 04

    Battery-verified

    Every battery is verified before it ships.

We also pull sample units from production and tear them down for analysis, so problems get caught at the source.

Buying from us

The short version.

Free shipping

Free to the US and Canada, typically about 3 days. Track your order at track.njordgearco.com.

30-day returns

30 days from delivery for a full refund. See our return policy.

1-year warranty

1 year from delivery, covering manufacturing defects and accidental damage in normal use.

Military and first responders

You get a discount. See how it works.

Built for #BlueCollar

Trusted by 150,000+ Workers

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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

Flag Image Donald K.
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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

Flag Image Donald K.
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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

Flag Image Donald K.
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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

Flag Image Donald K.
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Diesel Mechanic

"Rain, dust, or sunlight – the display remains clear and easy to read. The battery also la...”

Flag Image Donald K.

FAQ

Questions people ask about Njord

What is Njord Gear?

Njord Gear is a smartwatch brand that makes rugged watches for people who work with their hands. We sell three models: APEX, Nomad and BASE.

Who are Njord watches for?

Tradespeople and anyone who works hard on the job: construction, mechanics, welding, electrical, farming, ranching, longshore work, firefighting and first response.

Which Njord watch is the toughest?

The APEX. It has an Electrocoated zinc alloy case, is rated IP69K + 2ATM and rated to MIL-STD-810H, and its screen sits recessed behind a raised bezel.

How long does the battery last?

The APEX runs 16–18 days on a typical charge. The Nomad and BASE run 10–14 days.

Does the APEX have GPS?

No. There's no GPS chip in the APEX, so workouts use your phone's GPS for distance. It does have a compass, barometer and altimeter built in.

Does it work with iPhone?

Yes. Every Njord watch works with iPhone (iOS 9.0 and up) and Android through a free companion app.

What's the warranty?

1 year from delivery, covering manufacturing defects and accidental damage in normal use. You also have 30 days from delivery to return it for a full refund.

Find Njord online

Official Njord Gear accounts

Setup videos, customer clips and new drops. These are the accounts we run.

Official store

njordgearco.com

Older domain

njord-gear.com is ours too. It forwards to this store, and we still use it for email.

Mailing address

312 W 2nd St, Casper, WY 82601, United States

Not sure which one fits your work?

Take the quiz and match a watch to your job. Got a question we didn't answer? Talk to us.

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