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Fossil Grant review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150Screen size:?Battery life:180 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Fossil Grant Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 16 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Fossil Grant
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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
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Score components

35%

4.2

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

8.8

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 64% of smartwatches
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 69%
4.2

Technical score

Technical score
4.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

24%

2.3

Health

21%

4.0

Fitness

16%

8.3

Battery

14%

4.4

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 97%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 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: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

7.8

Popularity

Grades by review (16)
8 reviews + 8 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 51%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Fossil Grant

Based on 1 · 4

Reviewers agree it looks great, though many find it too big and heavy, and build quality and warranty support disappoint.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Fossil Grant

Technical score
Technical score
4.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

24%

2.3

Health

21%

4.0

Fitness

16%

8.3

Battery

14%

4.4

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

4.2
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.5
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.7% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% 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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Battery life
180 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 180 days on a charge, which is longer than 98.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 1% of Smartwatches.
Converted from the reported multi-month hybrid battery life.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
300 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 300 mAh battery, which is smaller than 51.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.3% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
?
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
?
Pixel density
326 ppi
Market range: <213 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
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
N/A
Internal storage
0 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0 GB of internal storage, which is less than 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 23.5% of Smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media.
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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Fossil Grant vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 173 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (180 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Converted from the reported multi-month hybrid battery life.
    180 days vs 7 days
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Food logging may require a companion or third-party app.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 51% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (16)
    8 reviews + 8 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 51% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (16)
    8 reviews + 8 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 17.3% higher sentiment score
    8.8 vs 7.5
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Food logging may require a companion or third-party app.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • 173 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (180 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Converted from the reported multi-month hybrid battery life.
    180 days vs 7 days
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • 4 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    18 mm vs 22 mm
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • 3% worse value for money
    Fossil Grant has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.54 vs 7.8).
    7.54 vs 7.76
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 6 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    November 2015
    2015 vs 2021
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No pace tracking
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 80.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • No goal setting
    This smartwatch does not support goal setting, the average smartwatch does. 98.1% of smartwatches support goal setting.
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • No exercise tagging
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 94.2% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a button-cell battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    button-cell vs Li-Po
  • No battery indicator
    This smartwatch does not include a battery level indicator, the average smartwatch does. 97.8% of smartwatches include a battery level indicator.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 59 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (104 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    104 g vs 45 g
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 20 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    30 m vs 50 m
  • 1.3 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    13 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • No touchscreen
    This smartwatch does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.5% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

6.0
Keep on Ticking!
≈ estimated
23/03/2025
Hands-on review · wear and chronograph pusher tests
Verdict
Fossil Grant is an attractive, beginner-friendly chronograph that draws mixed opinions, with stiff pushers and modest water resistance.
9.0
eDavy
≈ estimated
24/07/2018
Hands-on review · a few weeks of use
Verdict
Fossil Grant is a classic-looking watch with the key smart features and no daily charging, and it left me very satisfied.
9.0
computerkid1416
≈ estimated
28/03/2018
First look · unboxing and one week of use
Verdict
Fossil Grant looks like a dressy watch with simple smart features and is highly recommended, but not for app fans.
9.0
Watch It Happen
≈ estimated
01/08/2018
Long-term review · about two years of ownership
Verdict
Fossil Grant stays comfortable after about two years, with a soft leather strap and a good-looking blue dial.
9.0
Tolu Amore
≈ estimated
28/08/2016
Long-term review · about six months of own wear
Verdict
Fossil Grant is a classic-looking watch with a comfortable fit, and the creator expects to keep it for years.
9.0
StyleWithTrends
≈ estimated
11/06/2016
Long-term review · about a year and a half of daily wear
Verdict
Fossil Grant is a stylish, versatile silver watch that has held up well and suits most occasions.
9.0
Weaponsandstuff93
≈ estimated
11/04/2016
Long-term test · about three years of use
Verdict
Fossil Grant is a very good value watch with a nice strap and accurate timekeeping, though the glow fades quickly.
8.0
Technical Chaharji
≈ estimated
11/02/2018
Unboxing · first look and setup
Verdict
Fossil Grant looks attractive and feels smooth, though it is a little larger than the creator's usual watch.
Brand video
Not graded
Not graded
Shop video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
03/08/2016
Hands-on review · Hybrid analog watch
Verdict
The Fossil Q Grant is a well-made analog watch with basic notifications and step tracking, but it often drops its connection to Android phones.
9.0
geardiary.com
≈ estimated
14/11/2017
Hands-on review · Hybrid analog watch
Verdict
The Fossil Q Grant is a hybrid watch whose hands show alerts and timers, suiting people who want a simple watch with light smart features.
6.0
thetimebum.com
≈ estimated
26/04/2018
Hands-on review · Hybrid analog watch
Verdict
The Fossil Q Grant is a handsome everyday analog watch with light smart features, but its Bluetooth link drains phone battery quickly.
7.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
16/12/2015
Hands-on review · Hybrid watch
Verdict
The Fossil Q Grant is a stylish analogue watch that buzzes for phone alerts on iPhone, but its week-long battery and step-only tracking hold it back.
8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
25/05/2017
Hands-on test · Hybrid analog watch
Verdict
The Fossil Q Grant looks like a classic analog watch with discreet smart features and a battery lasting about six months, but it shows alerts only with its hands.
7.0
marctissier.com
✓ explicit
11/05/2025
Hands-on test · Blue chronograph
Verdict
The Fossil Grant FS4835 suits casual weekends and semi-formal evenings with its blue dial, but not for sport, swimming or gardening.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Fossil Grant

  • Classic and attractive design that resembles a traditional analogue watch
  • Excellent build quality with durable stainless steel and premium leather options
  • Long battery life ranging from 7 days for the original to up to 6 months for newer hybrid versions
  • Discreet notifications and customisable vibration alerts
  • Effortless and accurate basic step and sleep tracking for casual users
  • User-friendly physical buttons that can be programmed for music control or camera shutter

What customers don't like about Fossil Grant

  • Limited smart features compared to full-screen smartwatches (no apps or payments)
  • Bulky 44mm case design can be too large for smaller wrists
  • Companion app is often described as cluttered, confusing, or poorly integrated
  • Connectivity issues, particularly reported with Android devices
  • Basic fitness tracking lacks advanced metrics like heart rate or GPS
  • Limited water resistance (3ATM), making it only splash-proof and not suitable for swimming

Verdict

The Fossil Grant is a 44mm hybrid smartwatch that combines a classic analogue design with modern connectivity, featuring a stainless steel case, 22mm interchangeable leather or link straps, and water resistance up to 5 ATM. It tracks daily activity, calories, and sleep while offering discreet vibration alerts for notifications, all powered by a user-replaceable CR2430 battery that lasts up to one year to eliminate daily charging. Main pros include its versatile 'modern-vintage' aesthetic that pairs well with formal attire, highly reliable Bluetooth connectivity for iOS and Android, and the ability to assign custom functions to its side pushers. However, notable cons include its bulkier 13mm thickness, lack of a heart rate sensor or GPS, and a somewhat cluttered companion app that occasionally experiences syncing issues with Android devices.

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