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Google Pixel Watch Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:1 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Google Pixel Watch Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Technical score

30%

6.8

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 6.8 · based on 22 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. 15 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 78% of smartwatches
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

24%

8.2

Health

21%

9.2

Fitness

16%

3.7

Battery

14%

9.7

Smart features

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

8.3

Display & Design

4%

8.7

Hardware

â–²Better than 85% of smartwatches
6.8

Review score

Review score
6.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
3

7.1%

8.0

t3.com

7.1%

8.0

techgearlab.com

7.1%

6.0

expertreviews.co.uk

≈ estimated
1

5.7%

6.0

sypnotix.com

Video reviews 3

2.9%

8.0

The Tech Bros

2.9%

8.0

Tech Spurt

2.9%

7.0

TechMishka

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 89% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Google Pixel Watch

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components:

24%

8.2

Health

21%

9.2

Fitness

16%

3.7

Battery

14%

9.7

Smart features

12%

8.7

Connectivity

9%

8.3

Display & Design

4%

8.7

Hardware

8.0
Review score
Review score
6.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
3

7.1%

8.0

t3.com

7.1%

8.0

techgearlab.com

7.1%

6.0

expertreviews.co.uk

≈ estimated
1

5.7%

6.0

sypnotix.com

Video reviews 3

2.9%

8.0

The Tech Bros

2.9%

8.0

Tech Spurt

2.9%

7.0

TechMishka

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Popularity:
Google Pixel Watch has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 69.6% of smartwatches.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

8.0
Brand name
Google
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² 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
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
1 day
Battery life
1 days
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1 days which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 24 hours with always-on.
Battery life in training mode
9 h
Battery life in training mode
9 h
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 9 h in training mode which is shorter than 71.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
5.75 h
Battery life with GPS on
5.75 h
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 5.75 h with GPS on which is shorter than 90.1% of smartwatches.
Battery power
212 mAh
Battery power
212 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 212 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 83.3% of smartwatches.
Charge time
110 min
Charge time
110 min
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 110 min which is faster than 58.5% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 0.6% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Wear OS (3.5).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² 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
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% 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
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
â–² Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM on LTE models only.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.2 inch
Screen size
1.2 inch
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
450x 450
Resolution
450x 450
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 450x450 which is higher than that of 79% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
530 ppi
Pixel density
530 ppi
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 530 ppi which is higher than that of 99.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
2x 1.15 GHz
CPU speed
2x 1.15 GHz
â–² Better than 70% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.15 GHz which is faster than that in 69.6% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Exynos 9110
Processor model
Exynos 9110
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This smartwatch uses the Exynos 9110 processor model.
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% 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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What reviewers say

Google Pixel Watch vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (3.5).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Food logging may require a companion or third-party app.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    Compatible through third-party apps/workarounds.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Supports route guidance in Google Maps on the watch.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    Wireless charging supported via proprietary charging puck/dock.
  • 10 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    110 min
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (110 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    110 min vs 120 min
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 5
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 5 vs mineral glass
  • 204 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    530 ppi
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (530 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    530 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    450 x 450
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 450x450, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    450x450 vs 352x430
  • 9 g lighter weight
    Weight
    36.0 g
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (36 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    36.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    Uses proprietary/non-standard band connector.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 4 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    41.0 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (41 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    41.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (3.5).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² 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
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    2 x 1.15 GHz
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.15 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    2x1.15 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 14.25 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    5.75 h
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (5.8 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    5.75 h vs 20 h
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 24 hours with always-on.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 10.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (9 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    9 h vs 19.25 h
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Sources report rechargeable lithium chemistry as Li-ion or Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 88 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    212 mAh days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (212 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 24 hours with always-on.
    212 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 2.54x more expensive
    Google Pixel Watch is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£330 vs £130).
    £330 vs £130
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 3,534 m lower max altitude
    Maximum altitude
    5,000 m
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <3k m – >9.1k m
    This smartwatch supports a lower maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (5000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8534 m.
    5,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • 40 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    40
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (40 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 40 exercise modes.
    40 vs 80
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 24 hours with always-on.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 14.25 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    5.75 h
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (5.8 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    5.75 h vs 20 h
  • 10.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    9 h
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (9 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    9 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Sources report rechargeable lithium chemistry as Li-ion or Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 88 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    212 mAh days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (212 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 24 hours with always-on.
    212 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 0.7 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.30 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.3 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    12.30 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35.0 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a lower maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    35.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

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

8.0
The Tech Bros
≈ estimated
06/02/2023
Hands-on review · months of testing and sleep tracking
Verdict
Google Pixel Watch has an attractive design and a fair price, but connectivity, battery life and sleep-mode syncing still need work.
7.0
TechMishka
≈ estimated
15/11/2022
Hands-on review · battery, app and health tests
Verdict
Google Pixel Watch is a strong pick for Android users who want smart features, but weak battery life and paid health tracking disappoint.
8.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
17/10/2022
Hands-on review · unboxing, setup and daily features
Verdict
Google Pixel Watch offers strong Android integration and good value, but battery life is the one reason to hesitate.
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techradar.com
12/10/2022
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theguardian.com
20/10/2022
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cnet.com
12/10/2022
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stuff.tv
12/10/2022
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8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
12/04/2023
Hands-on review · Fitbit-powered Wear OS
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch feels high-end, runs without lag and is a strong Apple Watch alternative for Android users, held back by battery life and no fast charging.
uk.pcmag.com
12/10/2022
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6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
12/10/2023
Full review · Design and tracking
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch looks sleek and tracks heart rate and GPS mostly well, but its always-on battery lasts under 24 hours.
digitaltrends.com
12/10/2022
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pcmag.com
12/10/2022
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tomsguide.com
12/10/2022
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sciencefocus.com
27/10/2022
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8.0
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
24/01/2023
Lab-tested review · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch suits Android and Fitbit users who want Google apps, but its small screen and weak call quality hold it back.
dcrainmaker.com
06/10/2022
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wired.com
12/10/2022
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dcrainmaker.com
12/10/2022
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6.0
sypnotix.com
≈ estimated
06/02/2023
Daily-wear review · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch is a comfortable, easy-to-read Android watch with a smooth crown, though its weak speaker and occasional lockups hold it back.
computerbase.de
12/10/2022
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6.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
11/12/2024
Lab test · Fitbit health tracking
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch is a comfortable Wear OS watch with strong Fitbit health tracking, but its battery fails to last a day in always-on use.
frandroid.com
04/09/2023
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6.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
09/09/2023
Long-term test · One-year review
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch is a flawed first try from Google that many Android users may still like, but it needs charging almost every day.
7.5
androidworld.nl
✓ explicit
10/11/2022
Hands-on review · Wear OS design
Verdict
The Google Pixel Watch stands out in design and has a sharp screen, but its older chip, slow app launches and silicone-only straps hold it back.
global.techradar.com
20/10/2022
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What we like about Google Pixel Watch

  • Sleek and attractive minimalist design with a premium curved glass finish
  • Highly responsive and smooth user interface powered by Wear OS
  • Excellent integration with the Google ecosystem, including Maps, Assistant, and Wallet
  • Accurate heart rate monitoring and fitness tracking via built-in Fitbit technology
  • Bright and crisp AMOLED display that remains visible in direct sunlight
  • Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear and sleep tracking

What we don't like about Google Pixel Watch

  • Underwhelming battery life that rarely exceeds 24 hours, especially with Always-On Display active
  • Relatively large bezels around the display area can make content feel cramped
  • Available in only one size (41mm), which many users found too small for larger wrists
  • Slow charging compared to competitors, taking nearly 80 minutes for a full charge
  • Advanced health metrics like 'Daily Readiness' require a paid Fitbit Premium subscription
  • Proprietary band attachment mechanism is often described as fiddly and difficult to use
  • Device is currently unrepairable; broken screens or worn-out batteries cannot be officially replaced

Verdict

The Google Pixel Watch is a premium wearable featuring a distinctive 41mm circular, domed design protected by 3D Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and a 1.2-inch AMOLED display with up to 1,000 nits brightness. Internally, it is powered by the Samsung Exynos 9110 SoC with a Cortex-M33 co-processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of eMMC storage, running on Wear OS. Its main characteristics include deep integration with the Google ecosystem (Maps, Wallet, Assistant) and advanced health tracking powered by Fitbit, featuring an optical heart rate sensor, ECG app, and SpO2 monitoring. Major pros include its sleek, elegant aesthetic, highly responsive haptic feedback, and smooth software performance. However, notable cons include a relatively short battery life—typically requiring daily charging after roughly 24 hours of use—thick display bezels, and the lack of compatibility with iOS devices.

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