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Huawei Watch GT Runner Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch GT Runner 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.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Technical score

30%

8.1

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.1 · 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. 24 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 92% of smartwatches
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

24%

8.0

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

8.2

Battery

14%

8.7

Smart features

12%

8.0

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

6.8

Hardware

★Better than 94% of smartwatches
8.1

Review score

Review score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 74% 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 7
✓ explicit
7

7.8%

8.0

stuff.tv

7.8%

8.0

expertreviews.co.uk

7.8%

8.0

t3.com

6.3%

9.5

cgmagonline.com

6.3%

8.0

androidauthority.com

6.3%

8.0

laptopmag.com

3.1%

9.2

techstomper.com

Video reviews 3

3.1%

9.0

WhatGear

3.1%

9.0

TechTablets

3.1%

8.0

The Run Testers

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 74% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch GT Runner

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

24%

8.0

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

8.2

Battery

14%

8.7

Smart features

12%

8.0

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

6.8

Hardware

8.4
Review score
Review score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 74% 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 7
✓ explicit
7

7.8%

8.0

stuff.tv

7.8%

8.0

expertreviews.co.uk

7.8%

8.0

t3.com

6.3%

9.5

cgmagonline.com

6.3%

8.0

androidauthority.com

6.3%

8.0

laptopmag.com

3.1%

9.2

techstomper.com

Video reviews 3

3.1%

9.0

WhatGear

3.1%

9.0

TechTablets

3.1%

8.0

The Run Testers

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 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 54% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Watch GT Runner has a popularity of 6.7 points, which is higher than 54.5% of smartwatches.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

8.6
Brand name
Huawei
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
no
ECG
no
â–¼ 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
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
14 days
Battery life
14 days
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 14 days which is longer than that of 76.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 9.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
32 h
Battery life in training mode
32 h
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 32 h in training mode which is longer than 77.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
20 h
Battery life with GPS on
20 h
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 20 h with GPS on which is longer than 46.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.6% of smartwatches.
Battery power
451 mAh
Battery power
451 mAh
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 451 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 85.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.3% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
HarmonyOS
Operating system
HarmonyOS
â–² 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 (2).
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.
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
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
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ 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
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
1.43 inch
Screen size
1.43 inch
â–² 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
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
466x 466
Resolution
466x 466
â–² 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
â–² 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
564 nits
Display brightness
564 nits
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 564 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 61.5% of smartwatches.
Lab-measured brightness figure.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
â–² 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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Huawei Watch GT Runner vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • 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.
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 14 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 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.
    Maps via Baidu Maps app.
  • 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.
  • 14.1% better value for money
    Huawei Watch GT Runner has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.58 vs 7.5).
    8.58 vs 7.52
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • 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.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 14 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 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.
  • 12.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    32 h
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (32 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    32 h vs 19.25 h
  • 151 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    451 mAh days
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (451 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    451 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 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.
    Maps via Baidu Maps app.
  • 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.
    NFC hardware is present, but functionality may be limited by region/app support.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    â–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
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    Case material
    titanium, ceramic
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch uses titanium, ceramic for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    titanium, ceramic vs polycarbonate
  • 135 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    461 ppi
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • 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
  • 6.5 g lighter weight
    Weight
    38.5 g
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (38.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    38.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    HarmonyOS
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: HarmonyOS (2).
    HarmonyOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Rechargeable battery; chemistry unspecified.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2x more expensive
    Huawei Watch GT Runner is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£260 vs £130).
    £260 vs £130
  • 4.4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46.4 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.4 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 2x more expensive
    Huawei Watch GT Runner is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£260 vs £130).
    £260 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.
  • 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.
    Rechargeable battery; chemistry unspecified.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 4.4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46.4 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.4 mm vs 42.0 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
The Run Testers
≈ estimated
20/04/2022
Multi-tester review · running tests and smartwatch features
Verdict
Huawei Watch GT Runner is a good running watch that is nearly there, though accuracy and battery trail established running-watch rivals.
9.0
WhatGear
≈ estimated
31/03/2022
Hands-on review · running features, health tracking and battery life
Verdict
Huawei Watch GT Runner suits runners who want strong health tracking and long battery life.
9.0
TechTablets
≈ estimated
28/01/2022
Hands-on review · running, GPS and heart rate tests · comparison with GT 3
Verdict
Huawei Watch GT Runner works well for runners and beyond, with excellent battery life and accurate tracking, though app support is limited.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 12

Light, comfortable and packed with training data, but limited phone compatibility, few apps and an awkward case and strap fit draw complaints.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
27/01/2022
Not graded yet
notebookcheck.net
17/03/2022
Not graded yet
techadvisor.com
22/03/2022
Not graded yet
trustedreviews.com
23/03/2022
Not graded yet
stuff.co.nz
28/03/2022
Not graded yet
coachweb.com
28/04/2022
Not graded yet
9.2
techstomper.com
✓ explicit
02/05/2022
Hands-on review · Lightweight design
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a lighter, sportier Watch GT 3 that tracks heart rate on uneven terrain, but in testing its battery lasted about a week, not 14 days.
8.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
15/05/2022
Review · Cardio tracking
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a simple, attractive watch for outdoor cardio, with a week-long battery and accurate fitness tracking, but its features are limited.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
30/09/2022
Hands-on test · Running coach
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a light, capable running watch with GPS on par with the Garmin Fenix 7, but it has fewer features than Garmin or Polar.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
30/11/2022
Hands-on review · Running tools
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a strong running watch with a bright screen and long battery, though iPhone owners miss key features and workout sync.
8.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
26/04/2024
Full review · Running features
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a light running watch with useful training plans, but regular outdoor tracking cuts its battery to about seven days and favors Android users.
pocket-lint.com
14/04/2022
Not graded yet
8.0
androidauthority.com
✓ explicit
24/03/2023
Hands-on review · Coaching watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a sporty running watch with two weeks of battery and loud voice coaching, though its large case and Huawei-only features hold it back.
9.5
cgmagonline.com
✓ explicit
09/08/2022
Personal review · Everyday tracking
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a light, sleek watch with a battery lasting over a week, suited to people who want detailed activity data and sleep coaching.
shortlist.com
19/04/2022
Not graded yet
computerbild.de
31/01/2022
Not graded yet
6.8
chip.de
✓ explicit
12/07/2022
Lab test · Running watch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch GT Runner has strong running plans and a 15.3-day battery in watch mode, but its GPS cuts tight bends short, so route tracking suffers.
runnersworld.de
25/03/2022
Not graded yet
connect.de
10/03/2022
Not graded yet

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What we like about Huawei Watch GT Runner

  • Lightweight and comfortable design specifically optimized for running
  • Long battery life, typically lasting 7 to 14 days depending on GPS usage
  • Vibrant and high-resolution 1.43-inch AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Extensive suite of professional running metrics including Training Load and VO2 Max
  • Ability to pair with external heart rate sensors for improved data accuracy
  • Helpful AI-driven coaching plans for various running distances

What we don't like about Huawei Watch GT Runner

  • Inconsistent GPS accuracy despite the specialized antenna design
  • Significant feature limitations for iPhone users compared to Android
  • Lack of a well-stocked third-party app ecosystem and native sync with platforms like Strava
  • No support for NFC mobile payments or LTE connectivity
  • The Huawei Health app can feel cluttered and difficult to navigate
  • Heart rate monitoring can struggle during high-intensity intervals or swimming

Verdict

The Huawei Watch GT Runner is a lightweight, performance-focused smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a sharp 466 x 466 resolution and a durable 46mm polymer fiber case that weighs only 38.5g. Key characteristics include a dual-band five-system GNSS with a 'hidden' floating antenna design for improved tracking accuracy, 5 ATM water resistance, and the TruSeen 5.0+ heart rate sensor for precise biometrics. Main pros are its impressive 14-day battery life, accurate AI running coach metrics, and smooth HarmonyOS interface. However, notable cons include limited third-party app support, no NFC payments in many regions, and restricted notification interactivity compared to competitors.

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