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Fossil Neutra review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150Screen size:1.10 inchBattery life:22 daysDisplay type:E-Ink

Fossil Neutra Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Fossil Neutra
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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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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Score components

35%

5.2

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.2

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 85% of smartwatches
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

▼Worse than 85%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
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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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Score components

24%

4.5

Health

21%

5.3

Fitness

16%

8.0

Battery

14%

5.0

Smart features

12%

2.6

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

▼Worse than 80%
5.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 87% of models

5.2

Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video: 9.0/10. We use 5 reviews; the 4 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (9.0 × 1 + 8.0 × 4) ÷ 5 = 8.2. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 87%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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.
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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 Neutra

Based on 4

Reviewers like the comfortable size and light weight, but most are unhappy with the strap.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Fossil Neutra

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
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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
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

24%

4.5

Health

21%

5.3

Fitness

16%

8.0

Battery

14%

5.0

Smart features

12%

2.6

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

5.2
Reviews score
5.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.2
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% 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
22 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 22 days on a charge, which is longer than 92.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
?
Charge time
60 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 60 min, which is quicker than 83.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 12% of Smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
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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
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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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
1.1 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.1 inch screen, which is smaller than 94.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.3% of Smartwatches.
Display type
E-Ink
This smartwatch uses E-Ink, which is less advanced than the screen in 97.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
309 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 309 ppi, which is lower than 63.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.6% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
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 Neutra vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 15 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (22 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    22 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 15 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (22 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    22 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • 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 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.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (E-Ink vs AMOLED).
    E-Ink vs AMOLED
  • 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 elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 25.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.2/ 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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    ▼ Worse than 87% of models

    5.2

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video: 9.0/10. We use 5 reviews; the 4 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (9.0 × 1 + 8.0 × 4) ÷ 5 = 8.2. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.2 vs 7.0
  • 25.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.2/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models

    5.2

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video: 9.0/10. We use 5 reviews; the 4 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (9.0 × 1 + 8.0 × 4) ÷ 5 = 8.2. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.2 vs 7.0
  • 8.6% worse value for money
    Fossil Neutra has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.15 vs 7.8).
    7.15 vs 7.76
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 85 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (5 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    5 vs 90
  • 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.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (E-Ink vs AMOLED).
    E-Ink vs AMOLED
  • 55 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (100 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    100 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.
  • 0.3 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.1 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.1 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • No touchscreen
    This smartwatch does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.5% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
  • 17 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (309 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    309 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 2 mm wider strap
    This smartwatch has a wider strap than the average smartwatch (24 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    24 mm vs 22 mm
  • 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 call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Elijah Blue
≈ estimated
25/02/2023
Hands-on review · battery life and notification tests
Verdict
Fossil Neutra is highly recommended for anyone who wants a simple hybrid watch and accepts its limits.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Fossil Neutra

  • Classic and elegant design that mimics a traditional analogue watch
  • Strong battery life (often lasting 1–2 weeks) compared to standard smartwatches
  • Highly readable E-Ink display that remains visible in direct sunlight
  • Seamless mirroring of smartphone notifications from both iOS and Android
  • Quick charging capability, often reaching 80% in about an hour

What customers don't like about Fossil Neutra

  • Noticeable software lag and slow response times when navigating menus
  • Inaccurate or inconsistent fitness data, particularly heart rate monitoring during intense exercise
  • Lack of built-in GPS, requiring a tethered phone connection for route tracking
  • Fragile durability; the mineral glass is prone to scratching and the watch is only splashproof (3 ATM)
  • Limited smart functionality with no support for third-party apps or contactless payments

Verdict

The Fossil Neutra Gen 6 Hybrid is a sophisticated 44mm or 45mm smartwatch that blends a classic analog aesthetic with a power-efficient, grayscale E-ink display. Key specifications include a stainless steel case, interchangeable 22mm straps, and a 3 ATM water resistance rating suitable for light splashes. It features advanced wellness sensors for continuous heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, and automatic workout detection, alongside built-in Amazon Alexa for voice-activated tasks. Main pros include an impressive battery life of up to two weeks on a single charge, excellent outdoor visibility, and a premium design that mimics a traditional dress watch. However, notable cons include a relatively slow and sometimes laggy user interface, the lack of a built-in speaker for answering calls, and the absence of integrated GPS, requiring a tethered smartphone connection for route tracking.

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