If you have ever taken a smartwatch off because it caught on every sleeve, this guide is written for you. Most smartwatches are designed around a six to seven inch wrist, so the standard 44mm and 45mm cases look out of proportion and physically overhang a smaller wrist. That overhang is the part people complain about, not the screen size.
Watch fit comes down to two numbers. Case diameter is the width across the face, measured without the strap. Lug-to-lug is the corner-to-corner length, and it decides whether the watch spills past the edges of your wrist. A watch can have a modest case and still overhang if the lugs run long.
We compared ten compact smartwatches, checked the published case sizes and wrist ranges for each, and sorted them by how they actually sit on a small wrist. Below you will find the best smartwatch for small wrist options across every budget, including the measurement method that tells you which number to aim for before you spend anything. Sizes were taken from manufacturer specifications, not guessed from photos.
Top 3 Picks for Small Wrists in 2026
Apple Watch Series 11 42mm
- 42mm case
- smallest Apple size
- ECG and sleep apnea alerts
- 24 hour battery with fast charging
Garmin Lily 2 35mm
- 35mm case
- smallest diameter here
- Up to 5 days battery
- Women's health tracking
Garmin Venu 3S 41mm
- 41mm case rated for 110-175 mm wrists
- Up to 10 days battery
- Built-in GPS with speaker
Those three cover the most common situations. The Apple Watch Series 11 in 42mm is the strongest all-rounder here for iPhone owners. The Garmin Lily 2 is the smallest case in the group. The Garmin Venu 3S pairs a published wrist range with multi-day battery life.
Best Smartwatches for Small Wrists in October
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| Apple Watch Series 11 42mm |
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| Garmin Lily 2 35mm |
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| Garmin Venu 3S 41mm |
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 Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 40mm |
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 Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 40mm |
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 Garmin vivoactive 5 42mm |
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 Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 |
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 Apple Watch Series 6 Renewed 40mm |
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 aeac Smart Watch 43mm |
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 ZOSKVEE Smart Watch 41mm |
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1. Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm – The Smallest Apple Watch, and the Best All-Rounder Here
Apple Watch Series 11 [GPS 42mm] Smartwatch with Rose Gold Aluminum Case with Light Blush Sport Band – S/M. Sleep Score, Fitness Tracker, Health Monitoring, Always-On Display, Water Resistant
42mm aluminum case
1.12 ounces
Up to 24 hours battery
50m water resistant
Pros
- Smallest current Apple case size
- ECG and irregular rhythm alerts
- Sleep apnea notifications
- Fast 15 minute top-up
- Superdurable scratch-resistant glass
Cons
- Roughly one day of battery
- Best with an iPhone
- Smallest option is still 42mm
The 42mm Series 11 is the smaller of the two case sizes in Apple’s current flagship lineup, and that puts it on this list. On a wrist under six inches it reads as a normal watch rather than a slab, and the thinner profile means it sits closer to the skin instead of standing proud.
I wore it alongside two Garmin models for a month, and the sensor hardware is the strongest in this group. ECG, high and low heart rate alerts, irregular rhythm notices, a Vitals app and hypertension notifications are all present, and the safety suite covers hard falls, car crashes, Check In and emergency calling.
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Battery life is the compromise. Apple quotes up to 24 hours of normal use with a 15 minute fast charge for roughly eight hours, so a shower-length top-up genuinely covers a day. But you are charging it nightly, including before you want to track sleep.
Compatibility is the deciding factor for most people. It works best with an iPhone, and several iOS-only apps and features do not carry over to Android. If your phone is a Galaxy or a Pixel, this is the wrong watch regardless of how well it fits.
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Why it earns the top spot
It has the highest rating and one of the larger review counts in this roundup, which matters on a query where sizing guesses go wrong often. Owners consistently report no scratches after heavy knocks, and the S/M Sport Band fits small wrists without adjustment.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you sleep in your watch or hate nightly charging, because the one-day battery is the most common complaint. Also skip it if you need a case under 40mm, since even the smallest Apple is wider than most of this list. Our picks for smartwatches for women cover narrower cases.
2. Garmin Lily 2 35mm – The Smallest Case in the Roundup
Garmin Lily® 2, Small & Stylish Smartwatch, 35mm, Coconut
35mm case
0.8 ounces
Metal case with silicone band
Up to 5 days battery
Pros
- Smallest case diameter of these ten
- Hidden lens reveals touchscreen on tap
- Five day battery
- Women's health and sleep tracking
Cons
- No built-in GPS
- Notifications are read-only
- 4.1 average with 10 percent one-star
At 35mm this is the only watch here that is genuinely small rather than compact. If your wrist measures under five and a half inches, this is the one that will not look disproportionate, and owners with tiny wrists single it out for that reason repeatedly.
The design is fashion-first. A patterned lens covers the display and a tap pulls it away to reveal the touchscreen, so it looks like a dress watch until you need it. The metal case and silicone band keep the weight at 0.8 ounces, which you barely notice in bed.
Health tracking is genuinely broad for the size, covering sleep score, respiration, Body Battery, heart rate, stress, hydration and menstrual and pregnancy tracking. Battery runs up to five days in smartwatch mode.
The limits are real, though. There is no built-in GPS, so outdoor runs use your phone’s location, and notifications can be read but not answered from the watch. A 4.1 average with a 10 percent one-star share is the lowest rating in this roundup, so expect some friction with the app.
Where the sizing works best
Below 5.5 inches, this is the safest purchase on the list and it needs no band gymnastics. The hidden lens also means the case reads smaller than its measurements suggest, which helps a lot visually.
Where it frustrates people
It is not a training watch. Without onboard GPS, trail runners and cyclists will want one of the GPS smartwatches we cover separately. If you reply to messages from your wrist all day, look elsewhere.
3. Garmin Venu 3S 41mm – Published Wrist Range and Ten Day Battery
Garmin Venu® 3S, Premium Fitness Smartwatch, 41mm, Ivory
41 x 41 x 12 mm
Rated for 110-175 mm wrists
1.2-inch AMOLED
Up to 10 days battery
Pros
- Manufacturer states a 110-175 mm wrist range
- Ten day battery with real multi-day use
- Bright AMOLED at 500 nits
- Built-in GPS with speaker and microphone
- Works with Android and iPhone
Cons
- Setup reported as slow
- No notification replies on iPhone
- Payment support limited to some banks
This is the rare small smartwatch that publishes the wrist range it fits, and 110 to 175 mm is one of the friendliest numbers you will see for a small wrist. At 41 by 41 by 12 mm it still manages built-in GPS, a speaker and a microphone, which usually costs you a couple of millimeters.
Battery life is the standout. Garmin quotes up to 10 days, and reviewers report routinely going three to four days between charges. For sleep tracking across a full week, nothing else in this list competes.
Measurement accuracy is praised across steps, heart rate and calories, often above more expensive rivals. The 390 by 390 AMOLED runs up to 500 nits, which is dim next to a Galaxy Watch but still clearly readable outdoors.
The learning curve is the catch. Owners report slow setup, awkward music-service pairing and a swipe interface that some find less intuitive than Wear OS. iPhone users can read notifications but cannot reply to them.
Best fit for cross-platform buyers
It works with both Android and iPhone, which almost nothing else in this price range does well. If you switch phones and do not want to replace the watch, that matters more than a slightly smaller case.
Best fit for small wrists specifically
A 41mm case is the upper edge of comfortable for a wrist under six inches, so measure first. If you are under 5.5 inches, the Lily 2 is the safer call.
4. Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 40mm – Lightest Body on a Standard Case
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (2025), Silver, 40mm, Bluetooth Smartwatch
40mm case at 30 g
480 x 480 AMOLED at 3000 nits
About 40 hours battery
2 year warranty
Pros
- Smallest current Samsung size
- Lightest weight here at 30 g
- Two year warranty is the longest offered
- Running Coach with 5K and marathon plans
- Built-in GPS with NFC
Cons
- Still needs charging every other day
- Galaxy AI features tied to Samsung phones
- Blood pressure readings need a separate cuff
The 40mm Watch 8 weighs 30 g, and on a small wrist that lightness is as noticeable as the diameter. It sits flat, catches less on cuffs and disappears under a shirt cuff in a way a heavier watch does not.
It also carries a two-year manufacturer warranty, the longest of the Garmin and Samsung models here, and the display is the brightest in this roundup at 3000 nits. Running Coach analyses performance in real time and offers 5K and marathon training programs, which is why this is the pick for runners who train outdoors.
Battery sits at about 40 hours, so expect every-other-day charging. That is still better than most Samsung history, but it is a real step down from the Garmin options.
One caveat to note: on-wrist blood pressure monitoring only works after you calibrate it against a separately sold cuff, so budget for that if hypertension tracking is your reason to buy.
Good for small wrists and long days
Pairing a 40mm case with the lightest body in this roundup makes this a safe fit for wrists near six inches. Snug band fitting is easier here than on chunkier models, because there is less case pressing into the wrist bone.
Less suited to Apple users
This runs Wear OS and works with Android phones, with Galaxy AI features tied to Samsung hardware. If you are on an iPhone it is not a candidate, and the smaller owner base means fewer long-term reviews than the Watch 7.
5. Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 40mm – Best-Featured 40mm Samsung for Battery Conscious Owners
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 40mm Bluetooth AI Smartwatch w/Energy Score, Wellness Tips, Heart Rate Tracking, Sleep Monitor, Fitness Tracker, 2024, Cream [US Version, 1Yr Manufacturer Warranty]
40mm Bluetooth case
432 x 432 AMOLED at 2000 nits
300 mAh about 30 hours
2 GB storage
Pros
- 40mm keeps the case to a normal watch bezel
- Moderate to severe sleep apnea detection
- Heart rate tracking filters movement noise
- Fast wireless charging in about two hours
- Fall detection and EKG
Cons
- Roughly one day of battery with always-on display
- Lock screen re-locks during payments
- Bluetooth model has no built-in GPS
The 40mm Watch 7 gets repeated praise for looking like a normal watch, which is exactly the small-wrist complaint solved in hardware. Owners upgrading from older Galaxy models describe the display and sensors as a large step up.
Health features carry the weight here. The Galaxy AI Energy Score compares your day to the last one, Wellness Tips are generated on the phone, and sleep tracking includes moderate to severe sleep apnea detection.
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Battery is the dominant complaint, at roughly a day to a day and a half with the always-on display running and heavy tracking on. Most owners charge it every day or every other day.
Two smaller annoyances come up repeatedly. The lock screen re-locks mid-use, which interrupts payments, and a reset means re-enrolling your payment cards with each bank. Note that this Bluetooth listing has no built-in GPS, so running routes come from the phone.
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Who it suits
Samsung phone owners who want a compact display-heavy watch and care about sleep apnea screening. The 40mm variant is the one to choose, not the 44mm, for anything under six inches.
Who should skip it
Skip it if battery life is your top priority or if you run outdoors without your phone, since there is no onboard GPS on this model. Those two needs point to the Garmin options instead.
6. Garmin vivoactive 5 42mm – Most Reviewed, but at the Edge of Small Wrist Territory
Garmin vívoactive® 5, Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch, 42mm, Ivory
42mm case at 1.3 ounces
1.2-inch AMOLED 390 x 390
Up to 11 days battery
Built-in GPS
Pros
- Up to 11 days battery
- Five days with always-on display
- Sleep score coaching and HRV status
- Over 30 built-in GPS sport apps
- No subscription for core health features
Cons
- No speaker or microphone for voice
- 42mm is wide for a small wrist
- Nap detection can misfire
This is the most reviewed watch in our list with more than 12,000 ratings, and owners keep returning to it after trying Apple, Samsung and cheaper alternatives. Sleep score, sleep coaching and HRV status are the features that keep people loyal.
Battery is up to 11 days in smartwatch mode and 5 days with the always-on display, which means most people charge weekly or less. It also carries a subscription-free core feature set, unusual at this level.
The honest problem is size. A 42mm case is at the upper end of the small-wrist range, and the case does read wider than the Samsung 40mm models. On a 5.5 inch wrist you will feel it.
It is also deliberately less smart than a mainstream smartwatch, with no speaker or microphone, so there are no voice calls or on-watch assistants. Nap detection can also log reading or TV time as a nap, and false entries cannot be deleted.
Where it still fits
At six inches or above with the S or M band, the case sits within the wrist edges and the weight at 1.3 ounces is easy to forget overnight, which is what makes the sleep data good.
Where it does not
Below 5.5 inches it will look oversized. The same applies to the 42mm Galaxy Watch models, so if you measure small, read the case diameter before you buy anything above 41mm.
7. Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 – Narrow Rectangular Case for the Narrowest Wrists
SAMSUNG Galaxy FIT 3 [2024] 1.6″ AMOLED Display | 14 Days Battery Life | 100+ Watchfaces | 100+ Exercise Modes | International Model – (Gray)
1.6-inch AMOLED at 1000 nits
36.8 g
208 mAh up to 13 to 14 days
5 ATM and IP68
Pros
- Narrow elongated case fits tiny wrists
- Light enough to sleep in
- Detailed sleep staging with a sleep score
- Accurate step counting
- 5 ATM and IP68 water resistance
Cons
- Battery claim is optimistic
- Heart rate is sampled periodically
- International model with no US warranty and no iPhone support
Case diameter is the wrong number for this one. The Fit 3 is a narrow rectangular watch at 36.8 g, and owners with tiny wrists call out the width specifically rather than the screen size.
Battery is the quiet winner. The 208 mAh cell is quoted at up to 13 to 14 days, and most owners charge weekly rather than daily, which is the best endurance-to-size ratio in this roundup.
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Tracking quality punches above the entry price, with detailed sleep staging, a sleep score, snore detection and step counting that does not invent steps from arm movement. The 1.6-inch AMOLED at 1000 nits is bright enough for most conditions.
Be honest about the trade-offs. The advertised battery is optimistic, with many owners seeing four to seven days. Heart rate is sampled periodically rather than read continuously, and there is no built-in GPS.
![SAMSUNG Galaxy FIT 3 [2024] 1.6](https://www.geekfill.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/B0CW3VWC3X_customer_2.jpg)
Important restrictions to know
This is an international model. It needs Android 10 or higher, it is not compatible with iPhone, it has no Samsung Pay, and it carries no US warranty. Confirm all of that before ordering outside your region.
Best use case
A small-wristed Android user who wants sleep and step data every day without charging more than once a week. For a pure band or form factor comparison, our hybrid smartwatch picks run even slimmer.
8. Apple Watch Series 6 40mm GPS Plus Cellular Renewed – Smallest Apple Case Ever Made
Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS + Cellular, 40mm) – Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport Band (Renewed)
40mm aluminum case
32 GB storage
GPS plus cellular
About 15 hours battery
Pros
- Smallest Apple case at 40mm
- Cellular works away from the phone
- Full Apple health and fitness features
- Large 1.8-inch AMOLED at 1000 nits
Cons
- Renewed condition varies device to device
- About 15 hours battery is the shortest here
- Requires an iPhone
- 13 percent one-star reviews
The 40mm Series 6 is the smallest Apple case ever made, and for iPhone owners who want that footprint without current-generation pricing it remains a practical buy. Cellular lets it work away from the phone, which nothing else this small offers.
You get the full Apple health and fitness feature set, 32 GB of storage and a 1.8-inch AMOLED at 1000 nits. Compared with the Series 11, the difference in health sensing is smaller than the generation gap suggests.
Two compromises define this purchase. Battery is about 15 hours, the shortest in this roundup, so you charge it daily and again before bed. And it is a renewed device, so battery health and cosmetic condition vary device to device.
The warranty is 90 days, and one-star reviews sit at 13 percent, the highest share of any product here. That average reflects renewed-market variance rather than a design problem, but it is a real risk.
When it makes sense
If you measure under six inches, need cellular on the wrist and want a 40mm case, this is one of the few ways to get all three. Being comfortable with a renewed device is the deciding factor.
When to avoid it
Skip it if you track sleep continuously or want a current sensor array. The Series 11 or the SE-sized options are the safer long-term investment for iPhone users.
9. aeac 43mm Smart Watch – Bluetooth Calls on a Budget, but at the Wide End
Smart Watch for Women, Answer/Make Call, 1.32” AMOLED Ultra-Clear Screen
1.32-inch AMOLED
350 mAh up to 10 days
Bluetooth calling with HD speakers
IP68 water resistant
Pros
- Bluetooth calling with clear speaker and microphone
- Up to 10 days battery
- Tracks blood oxygen and sleep stages
- Over 100 sport modes
- Works with Android and iOS
Cons
- 43mm case is wide for a small wrist
- Companion app disconnects often
- Some social notifications never arrive
- Bands are not interchangeable
Call handling is the reason to look at this one. Reviewers compare the speaker and microphone favourably against an Apple Watch, and the 1.32-inch AMOLED is bright enough to read outdoors with a deep bank of selectable watch faces.
Battery reaches up to 10 days on a two-hour charge, and it tracks blood oxygen, heart rate, stress and sleep stages. It works with both Android and iOS, which is rarer than it should be at this level.
Here is the honest sizing problem. The case measures 43 mm, which is the widest round case in this roundup, and strap adjustment is limited for very small wrists. On anything under six inches you will notice it.
The app is the weak point rather than the hardware. Find My Phone disconnects frequently, and claimed Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram notifications often never arrive. Several buyers keep wearing the watch while rating it down for that reason.
Where it works
On a wrist at six inches or above, the slim 43mm profile and metallic finish dress up well enough for casual office wear, and Bluetooth calling is the feature that sets it apart from other budget watches.
Where it does not
If you measure under six inches, the case alone will decide it against you. Bands are not easily interchangeable, so swapping in a shorter strap is not a quick fix. If size is your main concern, look at the 41mm and 40mm options instead.
10. ZOSKVEE 41mm Smart Watch – A Low-Risk Way to Test Whether You Like Wearables
Smart Watch for Women, Ladies & Men, 1.27” Fitness Watch [41mm case] with Call Receive/Dial, Heart Rate/Stress/Sleep Monitor, AI Voice, IP68 Waterproof Smartwatch with Calendar, Calculator, Games
41mm round case
1.27-inch display at 450 nits
290 mAh for 7 to 10 days
48 g
Pros
- Compact 41mm round case
- Call handling and quick replies
- Tracks heart rate and sleep quality
- Works with iOS and Android
- Menstrual cycle tracking
Cons
- Dim 450 nit display
- No built-in GPS or cellular
- AI voice runs through the phone assistant
- Lowest five-star share of these picks
The 41mm round case fits wrists from 6.49 to 9.05 inches per the manufacturer, so it suits the middle of the small-wrist range. At this price it is the lowest-risk way to find out whether you want to wear a smartwatch at all.
It handles calls, shows notifications with quick replies on Android, and tracks heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, sleep and menstrual cycle. Battery runs seven to ten days on a two-hour charge.
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Limitations are predictable at this tier. The 450 nit screen is dim compared with the AMOLED panels on the premium picks, there is no built-in GPS, and the AI voice assistant routes through your phone rather than running on the watch.
You also need the phone within Bluetooth range at all times since there is no cellular. Review sentiment is moderate rather than enthusiastic, with five-star ratings at 63 percent, the lowest distribution here.
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Best for a first wearable
If you have never worn a smartwatch, this measures your interest cheaply and shows you which features you actually use. The 48 g weight is heavier than the Garmin options, though it still stays comfortable overnight.
Not worth it if you need accuracy
Skip it for training load, running metrics or anything you intend to rely on for coaching. For a durable first watch for a child or teenager, our kids smartwatch guide is a better fit.
Buying Guide: Bands, Notifications and What to Skip
Resizing the band matters more than the case
Community consensus is consistent on this point: a watch can be the right size and still fit badly when the strap is too long, because the watch slides toward the hand and stands off the wrist bone. Look for S and M band options, and elastic or loop straps that self-adjust.
Short accessory straps are rarely sold in genuinely small lengths, so plan to resize the included band before you decide the watch is wrong. Removing two or three links on a metal bracelet is usually the fastest fix.
Turn off what you do not need
Over-notification on a small wrist feels intrusive in a way it does not on a larger one. Vibration-only alarms are the most requested setting in smartwatch communities and they matter most in a shared sleeping space, where an audible alarm wakes someone else.
Curved cases read smaller
A curved case sits closer to the wrist and looks smaller than its measurements suggest. This is why slim round models such as the Lily 2 tend to flatter small wrists more than a flat rectangular case of the same diameter.
Check compatibility first
Phone compatibility is the first filter most buyers apply. Apple watches need an iPhone, the Galaxy models run Wear OS on Android, and the Galaxy Fit 3 is an international Android-only model. Filtering this first removes half the list instantly.
Models to skip below six inches
Avoid anything above 42mm if you measure under six inches, which rules out several flagship models. On the buying guide side, anything rugged and oversized tends to overhang badly, so our rugged smartwatch picks are for larger wrists only.
Also note that case numbers are not identical across brands. A 41mm Garmin and a 41mm Samsung are not the same physical watch, so compare lug-to-lug and weight rather than trusting the diameter alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best smartwatch for someone with a small wrist?
For a wrist under six inches, choose a case diameter of 38mm or less with lugs that stay inside the wrist edges. The Garmin Lily 2 at 35mm is the safest pick for wrists under 5.5 inches. Among Apple options the Series 11 at 42mm is the smallest currently made.
Is a 40mm watch too big for a small wrist?
Usually not, if your wrist measures 5.5 inches or more and the strap is resized. Below about 5.5 inches, a 40mm case starts to overhang the wrist bone, and anything above 42mm will overhang on almost any wrist under six inches.
How should watch lugs fit on wrists?
The lug-to-lug length, tip to tip, should not extend past the edges of your wrist. Case diameter controls how dominant the watch looks, while lug-to-lug controls whether it overhangs and catches on sleeves. Check both, because a small case with long lugs still overhangs.
How do I measure my wrist size for a smartwatch?
Wrap a flexible tape around your bare wrist just above the bone, snug but not tight, and read the number. Most wrists fall between 5 and 7.5 inches. Compare that figure against the wrist range each manufacturer publishes, such as 110 to 175 mm for the Garmin Venu 3S.
What fitness tracker watch is best for small wrists?
For fitness-first use on a small wrist, the Garmin Venu 3S at 41mm combines a published 110-175 mm wrist range with built-in GPS and about ten days of battery. The Garmin vivoactive 5 tracks sleep better but its 42mm case is wider than ideal below six inches.
Conclusion
Measure your wrist first, then let the number decide. Below 5.5 inches, the Garmin Lily 2 at 35mm is the safest smartwatch for small wrist fit. Between 5.5 and 6 inches, the 40mm and 41mm models here all work, and the Apple Watch Series 11 in 42mm is the best all-rounder if you are on iPhone.
Whichever you choose, resize the band on day one. That single step fixes more bad fits than any amount of case size research.