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  • Avg. price: ~£220
  • Screen size: 1.28 inch
  • Battery life: 19 day/s
  • Display type: AMOLED

Fossil Garett Hr review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

7.2

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%

7.0

Technical Score

10.0%

8.3

User score

Very good
7.0

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%

3.9

Health

21.0%

8.9

Fitness

16.0%

9.0

Battery

14.0%

7.8

Smart features

12.0%

6.4

Connectivity

9.0%

7.6

Display & Design

4.0%

6.3

Hardware

Very good
8.3

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%

7.5

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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3.8
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3.7
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3.6
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4.6
(11)
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4.2
(7)
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3.2
(3)

(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

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    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Fossil Garett Hr

    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%

    3.9

    Health

    21.0%

    8.9

    Fitness

    16.0%

    9.0

    Battery

    14.0%

    7.8

    Smart features

    12.0%

    6.4

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    7.6

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    6.3

    Hardware

    7.0
    Fossil Garett Hr has a technical score of 7.03 points, which is higher than 69.3% 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%

    7.5

    User reviews

    30.0%

    10

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    3.8
    (806)
    amazon
    3.7
    (310)
    amazon
    3.6
    (152)
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    4.6
    (11)
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    4.2
    (7)
    amazon
    3.2
    (3)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    8.3
    Fossil Garett Hr has a user score of 8.26 points, which is higher than 73% of smartwatches.
    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.
    10
    Fossil Garett Hr has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 74.7% 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%

    7.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.4

    Price

    7.8
    Fossil Garett Hr has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 68.1% 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

    Fossil
    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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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

    no
    Fossil Garett Hr does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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

    yes
    Fossil Garett Hr includes 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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

    19 day/s
    Fossil Garett Hr offers a battery life of 19 day/s which is longer than that of 91.7% of smartwatches 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

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    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

    310 mAh
    Fossil Garett Hr has a battery capacity of 310 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 54.3% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.2% 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

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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

    Wear OS
    Fossil Garett Hr runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 78.9% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.7% 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

    ended
    Fossil Garett Hr has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Updates appear infrequent or sporadic.
    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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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

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    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

    yes
    Fossil Garett Hr supports 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
    Fossil Garett Hr does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    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

    yes
    Fossil Garett Hr includes 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

    1.28 inch
    Fossil Garett Hr has a screen size of 1.28 inch which is smaller than the screens of 78.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 5.4% of smartwatches.
    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

    AMOLED
    Fossil Garett Hr uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 48.8% of smartwatches and the same as that of 51.3% 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

    416 x 416
    Fossil Garett Hr has a display resolution of 416 x 416 which is higher than that of 74.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.1% 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

    460 ppi
    Fossil Garett Hr has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 79.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% 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

    1 GHz
    Fossil Garett Hr uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% of smartwatches.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    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

    Snapdragon Wear 3,100
    Fossil Garett Hr uses the Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor model.
    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

    1 GB
    Fossil Garett Hr has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 32.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 34.6% of smartwatches.
    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
    Fossil Garett Hr 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
    Fossil Garett Hr does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Fossil Garett Hr vs the average smartwatch

    • 12 day/s longer battery life
      Fossil Garett Hr offers 19 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

      Fossil Garett Hr offers 19 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.19 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • Includes wireless charging
      Fossil Garett Hr 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

      Fossil Garett Hr supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • More advanced operating system
      Fossil Garett Hr runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS 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

      Fossil Garett Hr runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
    • Has NFC
      Fossil Garett Hr supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
      What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
      When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.

      Importance: HIGH

      Fossil Garett Hr supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Fossil Garett Hr includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
      What it is: An emergency feature that can contact help or alert trusted people from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Fossil Garett Hr includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Fossil Garett Hr measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
      What it is: Estimated VO2 max, a fitness metric linked to aerobic capacity and endurance.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fossil Garett Hr measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has multi-sport mode
      Fossil Garett Hr includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
      What it is: A training mode designed to handle multiple sports within a single session.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fossil Garett Hr includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
    • Has barometer
      Fossil Garett Hr includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a 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

      Fossil Garett Hr includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Fossil Garett Hr measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Fossil Garett Hr tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Has multi-sport mode
      Fossil Garett Hr includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
    • Has barometer
      Fossil Garett Hr includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Has external HR monitor
      Fossil Garett Hr supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    • 12 day/s longer battery life
      Fossil Garett Hr offers 19 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Fossil Garett Hr supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • Has NFC
      Fossil Garett Hr supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has compass
      Fossil Garett Hr includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Fossil Garett Hr supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • 134 ppi higher pixel density
      Fossil Garett Hr has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (460 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • Higher resolution
      Fossil Garett Hr has a display resolution of 416x 416, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • Better band material
      Fossil Garett Hr uses silicone, leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • 1.6 mm thinner watch body
      Fossil Garett Hr is thinner than the average smartwatch (10 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • Better case material
      Fossil Garett Hr uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    • More advanced operating system
      Fossil Garett Hr runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Fossil Garett Hr includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • Supports third-party apps
      Fossil Garett Hr supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • 4 GB more storage
      Fossil Garett Hr offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    • More advanced processor model
      Fossil Garett Hr uses the Snapdragon Wear 3,100 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Snapdragon 400.

    Total
    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • No blood oxygen
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
      Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    • No stress monitoring
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No cycle tracking
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No pace measurement
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
    • No routes
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Fossil Garett Hr supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • 0.12 inch smaller screen size
      Fossil Garett Hr has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • 115 g heavier weight
      Fossil Garett Hr is heavier than the average smartwatch (160 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • 4 mm wider watch width
      Fossil Garett Hr is wider than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42.0 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    • No camera remote control
      Fossil Garett Hr 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.
      Not built-in; available only via third-party apps.
    • No blood oxygen
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
      Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
      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

      Fossil Garett Hr does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No stress monitoring
      Fossil Garett Hr 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

      Fossil Garett Hr does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No pace measurement
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
      What it is: Tracking of current or average pace during activities such as running or cycling.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fossil Garett Hr does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
    • 0.12 inch smaller screen size
      Fossil Garett Hr has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
      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

      Fossil Garett Hr has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.1.28 inch vs 1.40 inch
    • No routes
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
      What it is: Support for following saved routes, courses, or turn guidance during activities.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Fossil Garett Hr does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • No cycle tracking
      Fossil Garett Hr does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
      What it is: Cycle logging and related predictions available through the watch and its health tools.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: LOW

      Fossil Garett Hr does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No camera remote control
      Fossil Garett Hr 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.
      Not built-in; available only via third-party apps.
      What it is: Remote shutter control that lets the watch trigger a paired camera or phone camera.
      When it matters: When you want to control your phone camera from the watch.

      Importance: LOW

      Fossil Garett Hr 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.
    • 115 g heavier weight
      Fossil Garett Hr is heavier than the average smartwatch (160 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
      What it is: The total mass of the watch body, usually expressed in grams.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=37 g

      Fossil Garett Hr is heavier than the average smartwatch (160 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.160.0 g vs 45 g
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    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers like about Fossil Garett Hr?

    • Attractive, classic chronograph design with a high-quality stainless steel finish
    • Vibrant and sharp AMOLED display with high resolution and good outdoor visibility
    • Smooth and fast performance due to the Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor and 1GB of RAM
    • Rapid charging capability, reaching 80% battery in under an hour
    • Highly functional with built-in GPS, NFC for Google Pay, and a loudspeaker for calls
    • Easy-to-swap 22mm interchangeable straps to match different styles

    What customers dislike about Fossil Garett Hr?

    • Short battery life typically requiring daily charging, often failing to last a full 24 hours with heavy use
    • Occasional software freezes and lag issues common with the Wear OS platform
    • Inaccurate fitness and health tracking, particularly for heart rate during high-intensity workouts
    • Charging rings on the back of the case are prone to ungluing or falling off over time
    • Proprietary magnetic charger can be weak, and the watch may not charge reliably with some power sources
    • Limited feature interaction when paired with an iPhone compared to Android devices

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