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Huawei Watch Buds Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:3 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch Buds 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.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Technical score

30%

7.8

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.8 · 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. 30 more reviews are not scored yet.
▲Better than 75% of smartwatches
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

24%

8.2

Health

21%

8.9

Fitness

16%

5.3

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

5.9

Connectivity

9%

7.6

Display & Design

4%

4.8

Hardware

▲Better than 75% of smartwatches
7.8

Review score

Review score
7.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 7 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 3
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1

6.7%

7.5

cgmagonline.com

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2

6.7%

8.0

which.co.uk

3.3%

8.0

wifihifi.com

Video reviews 2

3.3%

9.0

WhatGear

1.7%

9.0

GreatLobbyist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 55% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch Buds

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components:

24%

8.2

Health

21%

8.9

Fitness

16%

5.3

Battery

14%

8.0

Smart features

12%

5.9

Connectivity

9%

7.6

Display & Design

4%

4.8

Hardware

7.4
Review score
Review score
7.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 7 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 3
✓ explicit
1

6.7%

7.5

cgmagonline.com

≈ estimated
2

6.7%

8.0

which.co.uk

3.3%

8.0

wifihifi.com

Video reviews 2

3.3%

9.0

WhatGear

1.7%

9.0

GreatLobbyist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
4.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Watch Buds has a popularity of 4 points, which is lower than 64.6% of smartwatches.
4.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

7.5

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

7.7
Brand name
Huawei
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.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
▲ Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version.
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.
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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
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
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.
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Battery life
3 days
Battery life
3 days
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 3 days which is shorter than that of 74.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
3 (or 7 days in power-saving.
Battery life in training mode
8 h
Battery life in training mode
8 h
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 8 h in training mode which is shorter than 73.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
22 h
Battery life with GPS on
22 h
▲ Better than 57% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 22 h with GPS on which is longer than 57.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.5% of smartwatches.
Battery power
410 mAh
Battery power
410 mAh
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 410 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 78.6% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.3% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
100 min
Charge time
100 min
▲ Better than 62% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 100 min which is faster than 62.2% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 0.8% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 100 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
HarmonyOS
Operating system
HarmonyOS
▲ Better than 67% of models
This smartwatch runs HarmonyOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 66.9% of smartwatches and the same as that in 4.1% of smartwatches.
OS detail: HarmonyOS (3).
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
yes
Third-party app support
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
▲ 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
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
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% 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
1.43 inch
Screen size
1.43 inch
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.43 inch which is larger than the screens of 56.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
▲ 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.
LTPO panel wording.
Resolution
466x 466
Resolution
466x 466
▲ Better than 87% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466 which is higher than that of 87.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 10.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
461 ppi
Pixel density
461 ppi
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 461 ppi which is higher than that of 84.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
▲ 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
?
Processor model
?
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
▲ 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
2 GB
Internal storage
2 GB
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 2 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 60.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% 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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Huawei Watch Buds vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 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.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
    NFC hardware is present, but functionality may be limited by region/app support.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    HarmonyOS
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: HarmonyOS (3).
    HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • 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.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 20 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    100 min
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (100 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 100 minutes.
    100 min vs 120 min
  • 110 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    410 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (410 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    3 (or 7 days in power-saving.
    410 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 2 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    22 h
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (22 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    22 h vs 20 h
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
    NFC hardware is present, but functionality may be limited by region/app support.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    ▲ 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
  • 135 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    461 ppi
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (461 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    461 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    466 x 466
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    LTPO panel wording.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 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.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    HarmonyOS
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: HarmonyOS (3).
    HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    ▲ 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
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • 4 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    3 days
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 3 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    3 (or 7 days in power-saving.
    3 days vs 7 days
  • 3.39 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.99 mm
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (15 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.99 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 21.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    66.5 g
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (66.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    66.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 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
  • 3.38x more expensive
    Huawei Watch Buds is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£440 vs £130).
    £440 vs £130
  • 53.3% less popular
    Huawei Watch Buds has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (3.99 vs 6.1).
    3.99 vs 6.12
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • 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.
  • 4 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    3 days
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 3 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    3 (or 7 days in power-saving.
    3 days vs 7 days
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • 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.
  • 3.39 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.99 mm
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (15 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.99 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 21.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    66.5 g
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (66.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    66.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 5 mm wider watch width
    Width
    47.0 mm
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 2.5 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35.0 °C
    ▼ 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 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
WhatGear
≈ estimated
06/03/2023
Hands-on review · earbuds, noise cancelling and battery tests
Verdict
Huawei Watch Buds is no gimmick and is good enough for everyday use at work, leisure or the gym.
9.0
GreatLobbyist
≈ estimated
24/03/2023
First look · unboxing and two days of use
Verdict
Huawei Watch Buds looks great and is an innovative, practical device for everyday use.
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What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers love having earbuds tucked inside the watch, but complain about short earbud battery life and limited phone compatibility.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
24/03/2023
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techadvisor.com
15/02/2023
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androidheadlines.com
20/03/2023
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expertreviews.co.uk
15/02/2023
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notebookcheck.net
09/05/2023
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root-nation.com
19/04/2023
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8.0
wifihifi.com
≈ estimated
21/07/2023
Quick review · Earbuds inside watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Buds tucks solid noise-cancelling earbuds inside the watch, though charging them drains the battery and water resistance is lower.
7.5
cgmagonline.com
✓ explicit
08/10/2023
Concept review · Smartwatch and earbuds
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Buds is a striking two-in-one for people who can live with short earbud battery life and a small app selection.
pocketnow.com
22/03/2023
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trustedreviews.com
22/02/2023
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8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2025
Detailed test · Sport tracking
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Buds is a capable training watch with accurate heart rate and decent GPS, but it has only about ten apps and reads sprint peaks slightly low.
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
09/06/2023
Hands-on test · Earbuds in watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Buds has earbuds good enough for calls and casual music, but the watch is bulky and the earbuds run only about 2.5 hours with noise cancelling on.
phonandroid.com
17/04/2023
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notebookcheck.biz
10/05/2023
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xataka.com
28/02/2023
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7.0
teknofilo.com
≈ estimated
15/05/2023
Hands-on review · Earbuds in watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Buds suits people who want earbuds built into their watch, but the bulky case and need for a nearby phone hold it back.
tuexperto.com
06/05/2023
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root-nation.com
19/04/2023
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larazon.es
01/03/2023
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20minutos.es
06/03/2023
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latercera.com
09/05/2023
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elespanol.com
03/03/2023
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9.0
gameit.es
≈ estimated
01/08/2023
Full review · Sound and software
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Buds suits everyday listeners who want earbuds in their watch, but the buds don't stay secure enough for hard workouts.
gizlogic.com
01/03/2023
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Huawei Watch Buds

  • Unmatched convenience of having earbuds stored and charged directly on the wrist
  • Ambidextrous earbud design with adaptive identification for automatic left/right channel switching
  • Innovative 'Wide-Area Auricle' touch controls allow tapping the ear itself rather than just the bud
  • Vibrant, high-resolution 1.43-inch AMOLED display
  • Surprisingly good sound quality for the extremely small size of the earbuds
  • Smooth and responsive performance powered by HarmonyOS
  • Fast earbud charging within the watch case (0 to 100% in roughly one hour)

What we don't like about Huawei Watch Buds

  • High price point compared to buying a separate high-quality watch and earbuds
  • Significantly reduced water resistance (not suitable for swimming or showering)
  • Subpar active noise cancellation (ANC) compared to dedicated flagship earbuds
  • Limited earbud battery life (approximately 3–4 hours per charge)
  • Bulkier and heavier design (15mm thick) to accommodate the internal storage
  • Inability to connect the earbuds directly to other devices like laptops or tablets at launch
  • Lack of a built-in speaker on the watch itself for standalone calls without buds

Verdict

The Huawei Watch Buds is an innovative 2-in-1 wearable featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display (466 x 466 resolution) housed in a 47mm stainless steel case that magnetically stores a pair of miniaturized, 4g earbuds beneath its pop-up screen. Key specifications include a 3-day total battery life, 80+ workout modes with GPS, and heart rate/SpO2 monitoring, while the integrated earbuds offer active noise cancellation (ANC), AI call noise reduction, and unique wide-area auricle touch controls that work by tapping your own ear. Main pros are the unmatched convenience of always-available audio, high-quality build materials, and an adaptive identification feature that allows earbuds to be used in either ear interchangeably. Notable cons include a bulkier 15mm thickness compared to standard watches, limited earbud battery life of approximately 3–4 hours per charge, and a lower IPX7/IP54 water resistance rating that makes the device unsuitable for swimming.

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