Even though Apple unveiled its much-awaited wearable device, the Apple Watch, in September, the device has not yet been made available for purchase. While Apple is making its customers wait until 2015, Microsoft has taken everyone by surprise by announcing that it will launch its own wearable device sometime soon.

In fact, a recent report by Forbes said that the Redmond-based software behemoth is all set to release its wearable device "within the next few weeks."

While there is very little information regarding the two wearables devices, there is sufficient detail to put these two upcoming smartwatches to the test.

Starting with the batteries of these two devices, Microsoft has assured that its smartwarch will incorporate an extremely impressive battery, one with two-day usage. If this is true, it means that the Microsoft device last twice as long, when compared to Apple Watch's 24-hour battery capacity.

At the same time, the power and compatibility of Microsoft's upcoming watch may help it become the market leader. The Apple Watch will sync solely to products from the Cupertino-based company, while Microsoft's smartwatch can be synced with devices across different mobile platforms. Forbes also reports that although Microsoft is new to the wearable market, it is certainly not going to disappoint fans' expectations. In fact, Microsoft has been successful in integrating Microsoft Office into iPad devices. Therefore, it is possible that Microsoft can repeat the same type of integration with its own wearable device.

On the other hand, the Apple Watch will be available in two sizes giving consumers the option to choose one that fits their lifestyle. Users may choose between the 38 mm model and the 42 mm model in standard, sport, as well as luxury editions.

Gotta Be Mobile reports that the Microsoft Smartwatch will be a "fitness band with smartwatch features." This means that the wearable will incorporate features comparable to Nike's Fuelband and FitBit's Flex. It will possess the capacity to track steps, keep an eye on heart rate and calculate burned calories. However, both Apple Watch and Microsoft Smartwatch will come with detachable wristbands as well as health-monitoring sensors.

A recent report by Apple Insider said that the upcoming Microsoft Smartwatch will be housed in Oxynitride Aluminum (transparent aluminum), which is three time more durable compared to glass. On the other hand, the Apple Watch will come with Ion-X glass cover.

As far as the price is concerned, IDigital Times predicts that the Sport Edition of Apple Watch will be available for $350, while the price of the Microsoft Smartwatch may be similar to that of the Android wearables presently available in the market - probably around $200.