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Garmin Lily Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Screen size:1.00 inchBattery life:5 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Garmin Lily Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 18 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

5.5

Technical score

30%

7.4

Review score ( 11 · 7)

Review score 30% · 7.4 · based on 18 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 3 more reviews are not scored yet.
▼Worse than 72% of smartwatches
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

24%

6.1

Health

21%

7.4

Fitness

16%

3.7

Battery

14%

5.4

Smart features

12%

2.9

Connectivity

9%

6.3

Display & Design

4%

4.4

Hardware

▼Worse than 73% of smartwatches
7.4

Review score

Review score
7.4/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Grades by review (18)
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
5

8.2%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

8.2%

7.0

tomsguide.com

8.2%

6.0

expertreviews.co.uk

6.6%

7.0

androidcentral.com

6.6%

6.0

radiotimes.com

≈ estimated
1

6.6%

8.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 5

3.3%

7.2

AbbyBReviewing

3.3%

9.0

Thomas Tech

3.3%

9.0

Mike O'Brien

3.3%

8.0

DesFit

3.3%

7.0

DC Rainmaker

estimated from the review
11 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 66% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Lily

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

24%

6.1

Health

21%

7.4

Fitness

16%

3.7

Battery

14%

5.4

Smart features

12%

2.9

Connectivity

9%

6.3

Display & Design

4%

4.4

Hardware

5.5
Review score
Review score
7.4/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Grades by review (18)
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
5

8.2%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

8.2%

7.0

tomsguide.com

8.2%

6.0

expertreviews.co.uk

6.6%

7.0

androidcentral.com

6.6%

6.0

radiotimes.com

≈ estimated
1

6.6%

8.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 5

3.3%

7.2

AbbyBReviewing

3.3%

9.0

Thomas Tech

3.3%

9.0

Mike O'Brien

3.3%

8.0

DesFit

3.3%

7.0

DC Rainmaker

estimated from the review
11 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.1
Brand name
Garmin
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
▲ Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
ECG
no
▼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
?
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
5 days
Battery life
5 days
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 5 days which is shorter than that of 63.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
5 h
Battery life in training mode
5 h
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 5 h in training mode which is shorter than 90.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
180 mAh
Battery power
180 mAh
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 180 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.8% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.8% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
▼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
Operating system
Garmin OS
▲ Better than 71% of models
This smartwatch runs Garmin OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 71.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 7.7% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
▲ Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
▼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
GPS
no
▼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
▼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1 inch
Screen size
1 inch
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1 inch which is smaller than the screens of 97.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
▼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 74.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.9% of smartwatches.
Resolution
201x 240
Resolution
201x 240
▼ Worse than 91% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 201x240 which is lower than that of 91% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
313 ppi
Pixel density
313 ppi
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 313 ppi which is lower than that of 59.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
▲ Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Lily vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 21 g lighter weight
    Weight
    24.0 g
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (24 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    24.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 53.4% more popular
    Garmin Lily has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (9.39 vs 6.1).
    9.39 vs 6.12
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 21 g lighter weight
    Weight
    24.0 g
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (24 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    24.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 1.45 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.15 mm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.2 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.15 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 4 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    18.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    18.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • 10.5 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    34.5 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (34.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    34.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 7.5 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    34.5 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (34.5 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    34.5 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 15 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    60.0 °C
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (60 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    60.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 14.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    5 h
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 h vs 19.25 h
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • 6% worse value for money
    Garmin Lily has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.1 vs 7.5).
    7.1 vs 7.52
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 67 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    13
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (13 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 13 exercise modes.
    13 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 14.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    5 h
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 120 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    180 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (180 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    180 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 2 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    5 days
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 0.4 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.00 inch
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.00 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    201 x 240
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 201x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    201x240 vs 352x430
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No camera remote
    Camera remote control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.6% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

9.0
Thomas Tech
≈ estimated
01/01/2026
Full review · design, health tracking and battery life
Verdict
Garmin Lily offers strong style and health tracking for everyday users, but not for runners or anyone wanting music or payments.
7.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
27/01/2021
Hands-on review · features, running and workout tests
Verdict
Garmin Lily is a small, light fitness watch, but phone-dependent GPS and missing run intervals hold it back.

What reviewers agree on

Based on 11 · 7

Reviewers like its stylish design, easy app and health tracking, but the lack of built-in GPS and unresponsive touchscreen frustrate many.
Praised
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8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
24/02/2021
Hands-on test · Fashion-focused fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is a slim fitness watch with plenty of health widgets, but it lacks built-in GPS and has a gray screen.
6.0
radiotimes.com
✓ explicit
05/03/2021
Hands-on review · Women's style watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is a delicate, good-looking watch with limited features, best for basic health and activity tracking.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
30/11/2023
Real-world test · Slim fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily looks like a designer watch and tracks fitness well, but an unresponsive screen and phone-dependent GPS hold it back.
8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Field test · Everyday wellness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily looks good and tracks sleep well, but inconsistent screen wake-ups and phone-dependent sports tracking hold it back.
7.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
26/07/2021
In-depth review · Fashion smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is a stylish, lightweight watch that suits first-time smartwatch owners and small wrists, but it has no built-in GPS.
7.0
androidcentral.com
✓ explicit
28/02/2022
Several-day test · Women's smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is Garmin's smallest smartwatch, a fashion-led model for women that handles the basics well but skips GPS and app support.
dcrainmaker.com
27/01/2021
Not graded yet
techradar.com
10/02/2021
Not graded yet
8.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
18/03/2022
Practical test · Women's fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is a compact watch for women with narrow wrists and a capable health tracker, but its screen reacts slowly and it lacks GPS.
7.5
cadeausympa.fr
✓ explicit
13/12/2024
Hands-on test · Dressy fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily Sport suits women with small wrists who want elegant design and everyday health tracking, but it needs a phone for GPS.
notebookcheck.biz
20/02/2021
Not graded yet
8.0
ceotech.it
≈ estimated
16/07/2021
Hands-on review · Women's smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily Sport suits casual, sporty and smart outfits and handles intervals well, but it has no GPS or barometer.
7.0
androidworld.be
≈ estimated
10/03/2021
Full review · Small everyday watch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is a small watch for basic health tracking, but its battery lasts about 2.5 days, not the 5 days Garmin claims.
7.0
androidworld.nl
≈ estimated
10/03/2021
Everyday test · Small smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Lily is a small watch for everyday health tracking, but touch-only controls and short battery life hold it back.

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What we like about Garmin Lily

  • Elegant and stylish design that looks like jewelry rather than a bulky sports watch
  • Compact and lightweight build, making it highly comfortable for small wrists and 24/7 wear
  • Comprehensive health tracking features, including Body Battery, stress monitoring, and women's health tracking
  • Integration with the free Garmin Connect app which provides detailed data and insights
  • Hidden display with unique patterned lenses that stay discreet when not in use
  • Easy initial setup and user-friendly interface for casual fitness tracking

What we don't like about Garmin Lily

  • Lack of built-in GPS requires a constant connection to a smartphone for outdoor activity tracking
  • Inconsistent touchscreen sensitivity, sometimes requiring multiple taps or heavy wrist flicks to activate
  • Monochrome/grayscale display lacks the vibrancy of color AMOLED screens found on competitors
  • Limited battery life compared to other Garmin models, often needing a charge every 2–5 days depending on usage
  • Proprietary charging cable is less convenient than standard USB-C options
  • Basic sleep tracking and period predictions sometimes lack the accuracy of more advanced models

Verdict

The Garmin Lily is a petite 34.5mm hybrid smartwatch featuring a unique patterned lens that hides a monochrome 240 x 201 pixel TFT LCD touchscreen, which activates only with a tap or wrist gesture. Weighing just 24g, it is tailored for women with specialized health tracking for menstrual cycles and pregnancy alongside standard 24/7 heart rate, Pulse Ox, stress, and Body Battery monitoring. Main pros include its discreet, jewelry-like aesthetic, 5 ATM water resistance, and a variety of sport profiles like yoga and pilates. However, significant cons include the lack of built-in GPS (requiring a phone connection), a relatively short battery life of up to 5 days, and the absence of an always-on display or access to the Garmin Connect IQ app store.

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