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Apple Watch Nike Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Screen size:?Battery life:0.75 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Apple Watch Nike Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Technical score

30%

8.1

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.1 · based on 22 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 6 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 82% of smartwatches
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

24%

6.9

Health

21%

9.4

Fitness

16%

4.4

Battery

14%

9.2

Smart features

12%

8.9

Connectivity

9%

8.6

Display & Design

4%

6.4

Hardware

â–²Better than 80% of smartwatches
8.1

Review score

Review score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
4

8.1%

10

stuff.tv

8.1%

8.0

t3.com

6.5%

9.0

appleinsider.com

6.5%

8.4

outdoorgearlab.com

≈ estimated
2

8.1%

6.0

cnet.com

6.5%

7.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 5

3.2%

9.0

David Hughes

3.2%

9.0

HotshotTek

3.2%

9.0

Yuan Z

3.2%

8.0

Anirudh Singh

1.6%

9.0

iDB

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 71% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Apple Watch Nike

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components:

24%

6.9

Health

21%

9.4

Fitness

16%

4.4

Battery

14%

9.2

Smart features

12%

8.9

Connectivity

9%

8.6

Display & Design

4%

6.4

Hardware

7.7
Review score
Review score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
4

8.1%

10

stuff.tv

8.1%

8.0

t3.com

6.5%

9.0

appleinsider.com

6.5%

8.4

outdoorgearlab.com

≈ estimated
2

8.1%

6.0

cnet.com

6.5%

7.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 5

3.2%

9.0

David Hughes

3.2%

9.0

HotshotTek

3.2%

9.0

Yuan Z

3.2%

8.0

Anirudh Singh

1.6%

9.0

iDB

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
3.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Popularity:
Apple Watch Nike has a popularity of 3.8 points, which is lower than 65.3% of smartwatches.
3.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

8.0
Brand name
Apple
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
0.75 days
Battery life
0.75 days
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 0.75 days which is shorter than that of 98% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2% of smartwatches.
Converted from the reported 18-hour battery life.
Battery life in training mode
9 h
Battery life in training mode
9 h
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 9 h in training mode which is shorter than 71.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
7 h
Battery life with GPS on
7 h
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 7 h with GPS on which is shorter than 81.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
Battery power
282 mAh
Battery power
282 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 282 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 59% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.3% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
75 min
Charge time
75 min
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 75 min which is faster than 76.2% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 3.3% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 75 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
watchOS
Operating system
watchOS
★ Better than 96% of models
This smartwatch runs watchOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 95.7% of smartwatches and the same as that in 4.3% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
regular
Software update frequency
regular
★ Better than 94% of models
This smartwatch has regular software update support which is more active than that of 94% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6% of smartwatches.
Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
â–² Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
?
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
?
Pixel density
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
â–² Better than 46% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.52 GHz
CPU speed
0.52 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.52 GHz which is slower than that in 72.4% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 8 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 67.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 12.1% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

Apple Watch Nike vs the average smartwatch

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  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    watchOS
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Apple Maps app.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 45 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    75 min
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (75 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 75 minutes.
    75 min vs 120 min
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Apple Maps app.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 14.7 g lighter weight
    Weight
    30.3 g
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (30.3 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    30.3 g vs 45.0 g
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Ion-X
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch uses Ion-X display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Ion-exchanged strengthened glass (Ion-X)
    Ion-X vs mineral glass
  • 8.7 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    33.3 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (33.3 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    33.3 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 6.4 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    38.6 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (38.6 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    38.6 mm vs 45 mm
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    watchOS
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 6.25 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    0.75 days
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 0.8 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from the reported 18-hour battery life.
    0.75 days vs 7 days
  • 13 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    7 h
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    7 h vs 20 h
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP6X
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP6X vs IP68).
    Water resistance is listed as 50 M (ATM/pressure rating, not an official IP code).
    IP6X vs IP68
  • 10.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (9 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    9 h vs 19.25 h
  • No live tracking
    Live tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.3% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 3.08x more expensive
    Apple Watch Nike is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£400 vs £130).
    £400 vs £130
  • 62.8% less popular
    Apple Watch Nike has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (3.76 vs 6.1).
    3.76 vs 6.12
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No live tracking
    Live tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • 5,534 m lower max altitude
    Maximum altitude
    3,000 m
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <3k m – >9.1k m
    This smartwatch supports a lower maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (3000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8534 m.
    3,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • 6.25 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    0.75 days
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 0.8 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from the reported 18-hour battery life.
    0.75 days vs 7 days
  • 13 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    7 h
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    7 h vs 20 h
  • 10.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (9 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    9 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.3% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP6X
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP6X vs IP68).
    Water resistance is listed as 50 M (ATM/pressure rating, not an official IP code).
    IP6X vs IP68
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35.0 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a lower maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    35.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 5 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2016
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2016 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    October 2016
    2016 vs 2021
  • Slower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    0.52 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.52 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.52 GHz vs 1 GHz

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Anirudh Singh
≈ estimated
21/01/2022
Hands-on review · daily use and new features
Verdict
Apple Watch Nike is a good upgrade from older models, but Series 5 and 6 owners should wait for Series 8.
9.0
David Hughes
≈ estimated
01/02/2021
Long-term review · about 3 months of daily use
Verdict
Apple Watch Nike is a motivating health companion after three months, with one notable gripe: overnight battery drain.
9.0
HotshotTek
≈ estimated
06/11/2019
Long-term test · over a month of daily use
Verdict
Apple Watch Nike is a safe pick if you want Nike bands and watch faces at the standard price.
9.0
iDB
≈ estimated
28/10/2016
First look · unboxing and hands-on
Verdict
Apple Watch Nike is worth buying if you like the exclusive watch faces and bands, at the same price as the regular Series 2.
9.0
iDB
≈ estimated
28/10/2016
First look · unboxing and hands-on
Verdict
Apple Watch Nike is worth buying if you like the exclusive watch faces and bands, at the same price as the regular Series 2.
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Expert reviews

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10
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
09/11/2016
Hands-on review · Sport strap
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a Series 2 with a lighter, more breathable Nike strap and faces, so it suits sporty buyers, even those who aren't Nike fans.
6.0
cnet.com
≈ estimated
23/11/2016
Hands-on test · Running features
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ suits casual runners who want a full smartwatch, but its short GPS battery life falls short of dedicated running watches.
7.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
30/11/2016
Long-term review · Running focus
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a good-looking smartwatch whose running features suit beginners, so serious runners may outgrow it quickly.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
03/01/2017
Hands-on review · Running focus
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a strong smartwatch whose running features emphasize motivation over deep analysis, so it suits casual runners.
8.4
outdoorgearlab.com
✓ explicit
21/06/2017
Hands-on test · Endurance training
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ suits runs under a couple of hours, but its battery is too short for longer or overnight outings.
9.0
appleinsider.com
✓ explicit
13/10/2018
Video review · Series 4 Nike+
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a solid Series 4 with a reflective band, but the unchanged Nike software makes the extras hard to justify.
pocket-lint.com
07/09/2016
Not graded yet
pcmag.com
08/11/2016
Not graded yet
7.0
fitness-factory.net
≈ estimated
21/02/2017
Hands-on test · Sport features
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a sporty Series 2 with built-in GPS and 50m waterproofing for runners, though its optical heart-rate readings can be thrown off.
9.0
joggingsucks.de
✓ explicit
12/01/2017
Hands-on test · Running apps
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ starts GPS runs instantly without a phone, but weak heart-rate tracking and unreliable apps keep it from rivaling dedicated running watches.
welt.de
03/11/2016
Not graded yet
watchgeneration.fr
28/10/2016
Not graded yet
20minutes.fr
27/10/2016
Not graded yet
7.0
grazia.fr
≈ estimated
20/11/2016
Hands-on test · Sport strap
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a Series 2 with a sportier Nike look and a comfortable strap, mainly appealing to Nike fans.
6.0
lokan.fr
≈ estimated
23/02/2017
Photo test · Sport edition
Verdict
The Apple Watch Nike+ is a bright, sporty take on the Series 2 that suits runners, though the Run Club icon can't be removed from its Nike faces.

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What we like about Apple Watch Nike

  • Exclusive Nike watch faces (e.g., Nike Bounce) with integrated Nike Run Club complications
  • Breathable, lightweight perforated strap (Nike Sport Band) designed for better ventilation during exercise
  • Seamless deep integration with the Nike Run Club app out of the box
  • No additional cost compared to the standard aluminum Apple Watch models
  • Interactive and motion-reactive watch faces that appeal to Nike fans
  • Flexible and highly adjustable strap options that accommodate various wrist sizes for better heart rate tracking

What we don't like about Apple Watch Nike

  • Limited to aluminum case materials only; lacks stainless steel or titanium options
  • Fewer case color choices compared to the standard Apple Watch lineup
  • Running metrics and data screens in the Nike app are often viewed as too basic for advanced or professional athletes
  • Known syncing issues between the watch and the Nike Run Club app on iPhone
  • Short battery life when using GPS, often requiring daily charging
  • Inability to export native workout data directly to other third-party fitness platforms like Strava

Verdict

The Apple Watch Nike edition is a fitness-oriented smartwatch traditionally featuring an aerospace-grade aluminium case in 40mm/41mm or 44mm/45mm sizes, equipped with an LTPO OLED Retina display reaching up to 1,000 nits of brightness. Key technical specifications include a 64-bit dual-core processor (such as the S7 or S8 SiP), 32GB of storage, and 50-metre water resistance. Its main characteristics are the exclusive Nike-branded watch faces, integrated Nike Run Club app shortcuts, and breathable, perforated Nike Sport Bands or Nike Sport Loops. Major pros include its seamless ecosystem integration, accurate GPS and heart rate tracking, and an extensive third-party app selection. However, cons include a relatively short 18-hour battery life that requires daily charging, the absence of more premium case materials like stainless steel or titanium for the Nike version, and a lack of advanced health sensors like ECG or SpO2 in the more budget-friendly Nike SE models.

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