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Apple Watch Series 12 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Screen size:?Battery life:1 daysDisplay type:OLED

Apple Watch Series 12 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 45 expert and video reviews and 31 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple Watch Series 12
8.9/10

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

35%

8.4

Technical score

30%

10

List score

25%

8.1

Reviews score

10%

9.6

Sentiment score

★Better than 99% of smartwatches
?

Value for money

Value for money
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

24%

8.0

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

4.6

Battery

14%

9.8

Smart features

12%

9.3

Connectivity

9%

8.7

Display & Design

4%

8.4

Hardware

★Better than 92%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (45)
8 reviews + 37 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 60%
10

List score

List score
10/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (31)
List score: in 31 of 90 lists (34%)
★Better than 99%
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Ranked #6 of 777 models in Smartwatches (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Apple Watch Series 12

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

24%

8.0

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

4.6

Battery

14%

9.8

Smart features

12%

9.3

Connectivity

9%

8.7

Display & Design

4%

8.4

Hardware

8.4
Reviews score
8.1
List score
10
Value for money
Value for money
9.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

?

Price

9.2
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 82.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 67.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
1 day
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch lasts 1 days on a charge, which is shorter than 88.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 8.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
10 h
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 10 h on a charge, which is shorter than 69% of Smartwatches and the same as 4% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
10 h
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 10 h with GPS on, which is shorter than 76% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.7% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
377 mAh
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a 377 mAh battery, which is larger than 67.9% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
watchOS
This smartwatch runs watchOS, which is more advanced than the system in 96% of Smartwatches and equal to 4% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
?
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 83.5% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
?
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
?
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What reviewers say
Screen size
?
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses OLED, which is less advanced than the screen in 53.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
374x 446
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 374x446 which is higher than that of 56.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi, which is higher than 45% of Smartwatches and equal to 8.7% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
2000 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 2000 nits, which is higher than 84.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 6.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Apple S11
This smartwatch uses the Apple S11 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 96.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 3.5% of Smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
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 Series 12 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Readiness score
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 19.8% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 20.7% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 26.6% higher list score
    List score
    10/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (31)
    List score: in 31 of 90 lists (34%)
    10.0 vs 7.9
  • 15.7% higher review score
    Reviews 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 60% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (45)
    8 reviews + 37 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.0
  • 28.0% higher sentiment score
    9.6 vs 7.5
  • 19% better value for money
    Apple Watch Series 12 has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (9.24 vs 7.8).
    9.24 vs 7.76
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 19.8% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 5 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2026 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    2,026 vs 2,021
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 72 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (377 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    377 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • UWB chip
    This smartwatch includes a UWB chip, while the average smartwatch does not. 2.3% of smartwatches include UWB.
  • 1,250 nits brighter screen
    This smartwatch has a brighter screen than the average smartwatch (2000 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 750 nits
  • 2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9.7 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    9.7 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 12.8 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (32.2 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    32.2 g vs 45.0 g
  • 5.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (37 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    37 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 20.7% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • 16x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (64 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 4 GB
  • More advanced processor model
    This smartwatch uses the Apple S11 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Apple S11 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 6 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (1 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP6X vs IP68).
    IP6X vs IP68
  • 11 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    10 h vs 21 h
  • 10 h shorter training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time in training mode than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    10 h vs 20 h
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 5,534 m lower altitude rating
    This smartwatch has a lower altitude rating than the average smartwatch (3000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 8534 m.
    3,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • 6 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (1 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 11 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    10 h vs 21 h
  • 10 h shorter training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time in training mode than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    10 h vs 20 h
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP6X vs IP68).
    IP6X vs IP68
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 10 °C lower heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a lower temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45.0 °C.
    35 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

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

7.0
ShortCircuit
≈ estimated
20/10/2026
Unboxing · battery and charging tests
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is only worth upgrading to if you want the new features, and its charging is slower than claimed.
8.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
17/10/2026
Long-term review · heart rate tests across sports
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is a worthwhile upgrade from older watches, but Series 11 owners can likely skip it.
9.0
SamCambetis
≈ estimated
16/10/2026
Hands-on review · daily wear and upgrade advice
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 suits newcomers and upgraders from older models well, but it is worth buying mainly if you need the new heart sensor features.
9.0
Mike O'Brien
≈ estimated
13/10/2026
Long-term review · one month of daily use
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is the best Apple Watch so far for daily wear, and its slimmer design gives it the edge over the Ultra.
8.0
German Accent Reviews
≈ estimated
09/10/2026
Hands-on review · sports and fitness tests
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is a good sports watch if you don't mind charging every day or two, though battery life stays weak.
9.0
Mark Ellis Reviews
≈ estimated
08/10/2026
Hands-on review · feature walkthrough and health sensing
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 in aluminum is the sensible buy, with new health sensing and watchOS features standing out.
8.0
The Quantified Scientist
≈ estimated
07/10/2026
Data test · GPS, heart rate and sleep compared with reference devices
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 offers good GPS and sleep tracking and reliable heart rate overall, though exercise dropouts were more frequent than on the Ultra 4.
8.0
Andru Edwards
≈ estimated
05/10/2026
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is a significant upgrade for older models, but owners of Series 10 or 11 can skip it.
7.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
02/10/2026
Long-term test · upgrade advice from weeks of use
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is worth upgrading to only from Series 8 or older; Series 11 owners can skip it this year.
7.0
Faiz Aly
≈ estimated
30/09/2026
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is an incremental update, and a worthwhile upgrade mainly for health features, faster charging or endurance.
8.0
ShaieJenny
≈ estimated
25/09/2026
Hands-on review · daily wear, Siri and Shazam features
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is an excellent watch, but upgrading from recent models is only worth it for some users.
9.0
Tech Fowler
≈ estimated
25/09/2026
Hands-on review · daily use and upgrade advice
Verdict
Apple Watch Series 12 is the best all-round pick for new buyers, but not worth upgrading from Series 11.
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What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers praise the accurate heart rate tracking and fast charging, but battery life disappoints and the AI features feel weak.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
20/10/2026
Hands-on review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 is the best pick for most iPhone owners, with a steady heart sensor, though battery life remains its weak spot.
9.0
ablogtowatch.com
≈ estimated
19/10/2026
Hands-on review · Ceramic case design
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 Ceramic is a thin, off-white ceramic watch with a sapphire screen that feels premium, though the thinner case is only a minimal change.
9.0
chip.de
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Lab test · Health and sport
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 is a strong health and sport watch, though its GPS can be off and its battery lasts only about 16 hours with GPS on.
8.7
geekit.fr
✓ explicit
21/10/2026
Hands-on test · Health smartwatch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 is a smooth, reliable upgrade for older Apple Watches, with steady heart tracking, but Series 10 and 11 owners can wait.
9.0
xataka.com
✓ explicit
14/10/2026
Hands-on test · Health sensor
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 excels as a health watch, with a heart sensor reading every five seconds, but EU buyers lack the new Siri AI.
8.0
gerente.com
≈ estimated
25/10/2026
Hands-on review · Daily use
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 is a good upgrade from older models, thanks to its daytime readiness view and quick charging, but Siri AI is blocked in Europe.
9.0
tg24.sky.it
≈ estimated
14/10/2026
Full review · Health smartwatch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 suits health-focused iPhone users with its readiness score and fast charging, though it needs charging every day.
8.0
iphoned.nl
✓ explicit
24/10/2026
Hands-on review · Health and battery
Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 12 is an excellent smartwatch with better heart tracking and battery life, but its design barely changed and Europe misses out on the new AI features.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Apple Watch Series 12

  • Heart rate is measured every 5 seconds, also outside workouts.
  • The 2000 nits screen is easy to read in bright sun.
  • At 32.2 g it is light enough for all-day wear.
  • A cellular module lets it work without the phone nearby.
  • An ECG function is built in.
  • A readiness score shows when to rest and when to train hard.

What we don't like about Apple Watch Series 12

  • The battery is rated at 1 day, so it needs charging most nights.
  • GPS workouts run out after about 10 h.
  • There is no blood pressure monitoring.
  • There is no stress monitoring.
  • Some AI features, such as Siri Recap, are not yet available in the EU.

Verdict

The Apple Watch Series 12 reads your heart rate every 5 seconds, even outside workouts, which makes its daily health tracking unusually detailed. Its 2000 nits screen stays easy to read in bright sun. At 32.2 g and 9.7 mm thick, it sits lightly on the wrist. A cellular module, fall detection and crash detection are built in, so it can help when you train alone. Route, pace and elevation tracking are included. The trade-off is battery life: it is rated at 1 day, and GPS workouts run out after about 10 h. There is also no blood pressure monitoring and no stress monitoring. It suits a buyer who wants a bright, light watch for health data and training, and who is happy to charge it most nights.

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