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  • Avg. price: ~£300
  • Screen size: ?
  • Battery life: 18 day/s
  • Display type: MIP LCD

Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

6.2

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

4.7

Health

21.0%

7.8

Fitness

16.0%

8.3

Battery

14.0%

6.6

Smart features

12.0%

2.5

Connectivity

9.0%

7.0

Display & Design

4.0%

5.8

Hardware

Good
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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      N/A~ £300

    Best rankings

    ?

    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    6.2
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a technical score of 6.19 points, which is higher than 51.2% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

    ?
    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    6.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.9

    Price

    7.0
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is lower than 62.2% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Citizen
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    18 day/s
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid offers a battery life of 18 day/s which is longer than that of 90.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    24 h
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid lasts 24 h in training mode which is longer than 57.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.8% of smartwatches.
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    432 mAh
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a battery capacity of 432 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 82.9% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

    50 min
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid charges in 50 min which is faster than 94.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 0.4% of smartwatches.
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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Tizen
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid runs Tizen which is more advanced than the operating system in 55.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 2.3% of smartwatches.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ?
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    No built-in GPS; uses connected phone GPS.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    ?
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    MIP LCD
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses a MIP LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 61.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 5.2% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    320 x 386
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a display resolution of 320 x 386 which is lower than that of 53.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    218 ppi
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a pixel density of 218 ppi which is lower than that of 86.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    ?
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    ?
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    ?
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    8 GB
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid 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
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid vs the average smartwatch

    • 70 min shorter charge time
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid charges faster than the average smartwatch (50 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
      What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=102 min

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid charges faster than the average smartwatch (50 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.50 min vs 120 min
    • 11 day/s longer battery life
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid offers 18 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=7 days

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid offers 18 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.18 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • Includes wireless charging
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
      What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • Has readiness score
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
      What it is: A recovery-style score that combines recent activity, sleep, and body data into one summary.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    • 132 mAh larger battery capacity
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (432 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
      What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=397 mAh

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (432 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.432 mAh vs 300 mAh
    • Supports third-party apps
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
      What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • More advanced operating system
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Tizen vs Proprietary OS).
      What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: HIGH

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Tizen vs Proprietary OS).Tizen vs Proprietary OS
    • Stronger display glass
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
      What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
    • Has readiness score
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    • 70 min shorter charge time
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid charges faster than the average smartwatch (50 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    • 11 day/s longer battery life
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid offers 18 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • 132 mAh larger battery capacity
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (432 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • Stronger display glass
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • Has hybrid design
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 9% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    • Better band material
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses silicone, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • Better case material
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    • Supports third-party apps
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • More advanced operating system
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Tizen vs Proprietary OS).
    • 4 GB more storage
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    • 2 year/s newer release date
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.

    Total
    Health
    Battery
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • No stress monitoring
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No cycle tracking
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No smart scales
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 56.8% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
    • No auto pause
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No swim mode
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
      Swimming use is not recommended.
    • No routes
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • 70 fewer exercise profiles
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (10 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
      Reported as at least 10 exercise modes.
    • No GPS
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Lower IP rating
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IPX6 vs IP68).
      Also reported with 30M water-resistance rating.
    • Basic display type
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • 108 ppi lower pixel density
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (218 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • 20 m lower waterproof depth
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    • 1.4 mm thicker watch body
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid is thicker than the average smartwatch (13 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • No touch screen
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.8% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
    • No call answering
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      Call can be answered/managed, but conversation audio is on phone/headset.
    • No smart alarm
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • No camera remote control
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • No passcode
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 68.5% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
      Hybrid/analog design typically lacks native on-watch passcode input.
    • No widgets
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
    • No speaker
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No GPS
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Lower IP rating
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IPX6 vs IP68).
      Also reported with 30M water-resistance rating.
      What it is: A standardized ingress-protection code showing how well the watch resists dust and water.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: IP68 or better

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IPX6 vs IP68).IPX6 vs IP68
    • No speaker
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No stress monitoring
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
      What it is: Stress estimates derived from heart rate, HRV, or similar body signals.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • Basic display type
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
      What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.MIP LCD vs AMOLED
    • No call answering
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      Call can be answered/managed, but conversation audio is on phone/headset.
      What it is: The ability to answer an incoming call directly from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want to handle calls or alerts without taking out your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No auto pause
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
      What it is: Automatic pausing of workout recording when movement stops.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: LOW

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No swim mode
      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
      Swimming use is not recommended.
      What it is: A dedicated workout mode tuned for pool or open-water swimming.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
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    What customers like about Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid?

    • Elegant and sleek traditional watch design that received many compliments.
    • Excellent battery life, with many users reporting it lasts up to 18 days on a single charge.
    • High-contrast e-ink display is easy to read in various lighting conditions.
    • Comfortable fit and high-quality build materials, including the silicone and metal straps.
    • Useful 'YouQ' wellness features based on NASA research for tracking alertness and fatigue.
    • Quick charging capabilities, reaching 80% charge in approximately 50 minutes.

    What customers dislike about Citizen Cz Smart PQ2 Hybrid?

    • Glitchy and unreliable software, with users reporting frequent app crashes and syncing delays.
    • Bluetooth connectivity issues, including watches permanently failing to reconnect to phones after a few months.
    • Inaccurate fitness tracking, specifically with the step counter and sleep tracker not matching other devices.
    • Limited water resistance, described as 'splash resistant' only despite some documentation suggesting 30m.
    • Outdated and slow-to-update watch faces that can be frustrating to customize via the app.
    • Poor customer support experiences when dealing with hardware failures or unrepairable units.

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    26/03/2025
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    The Citizen CZ Smart Gen-2 features an elegant design with a high-quality stainless steel build, a comfortable band, and a highly responsive touchscreen, making it a visually appealing accessory. However, the experience is severely hampered by glitchy software, frequent app-syncing issues, and a "ridiculous" battery life that fails to last a full day. While it includes advanced...Read more

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    Citizen CZ Smart Smartwatches & Fitness Tracker Review

    The Consumer Reports review of the Citizen CZ Smart identifies it as a highly user-friendly, durable smartwatch compatible with both iOS and Android, earning high marks for ease of use, screen resolution, and water resistance. It boasts 'very good' heart-rate monitoring accuracy, a 416 x 416 always-on touchscreen, and over 90 sport-tracking profiles. Key pros highlighted include...Read more

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