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  • Avg. price: ~£130
  • Screen size: 1.20 inch
  • Battery life: 1 day/s
  • Display type: OLED

LG Watch Style review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

5.2

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

5.2

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

3.7

Health

21.0%

6.4

Fitness

16.0%

4.9

Battery

14.0%

6.9

Smart features

12.0%

3.7

Connectivity

9.0%

6.5

Display & Design

4.0%

4.7

Hardware

Good
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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      N/A~ £130

    Best rankings

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch LG Watch Style

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    5.2
    LG Watch Style has a technical score of 5.18 points, which is lower than 81.7% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

    ?
    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    LG Watch Style has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    5.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.8

    Price

    6.6
    LG Watch Style has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is lower than 79.5% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    LG
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    LG Watch Style does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    ?
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    LG Watch Style does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    LG Watch Style does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style includes a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    LG Watch Style does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
    Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    1 day/s
    LG Watch Style offers a battery life of 1 day/s which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    3 h
    LG Watch Style lasts 3 h in training mode which is shorter than 97.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.4% of smartwatches.
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    335 mAh
    LG Watch Style has a battery capacity of 335 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 61.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.4% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Wear OS
    LG Watch Style runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 78.9% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.7% of smartwatches.
    OS detail: Wear OS (2.10).
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    LG Watch Style has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Software support appears ended or discontinued.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
    Screen-only assistant responses; no speaker.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    LG Watch Style does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    LG Watch Style does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    LG Watch Style does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    LG Watch Style includes a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.20 inch
    LG Watch Style has a screen size of 1.20 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.5% of smartwatches and equal to those of 7.8% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    OLED
    LG Watch Style uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 51.4% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.7% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    360 x 360
    LG Watch Style has a display resolution of 360 x 360 which is higher than that of 50.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    424 ppi
    LG Watch Style has a pixel density of 424 ppi which is higher than that of 72.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

    500 nits
    LG Watch Style reaches 500 nits nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 70% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.5% of smartwatches.
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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    1 GHz
    LG Watch Style 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
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    Snapdragon Wear 2100
    LG Watch Style uses the Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor model.
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    ?
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    4 GB
    LG Watch Style uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.9% of smartwatches.
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    LG Watch Style does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    LG Watch Style vs the average smartwatch

    • More advanced operating system
      LG Watch Style runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
      OS detail: Wear OS (2.10).
      What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: HIGH

      LG Watch Style runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
    • Has barometer
      LG Watch Style includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
      What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      LG Watch Style includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Supports third-party apps
      LG Watch Style supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
      What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      LG Watch Style supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • Stronger display glass
      LG Watch Style uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
      What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      LG Watch Style uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
    • Has compass
      LG Watch Style includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
      What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      LG Watch Style includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports calorie tracking
      LG Watch Style supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
      What it is: Estimated calorie burn based on movement, heart data, and user profile inputs.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      LG Watch Style supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      LG Watch Style supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
      What it is: Built-in Wi-Fi that lets the watch connect to wireless networks directly.
      When it matters: When you want the watch to work smoothly with your phone and accessories.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      LG Watch Style supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Has weight tracking
      LG Watch Style supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
      Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
      What it is: Logging or syncing of body-weight records over time.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: LOW

      LG Watch Style supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Supports calorie tracking
      LG Watch Style supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Has weight tracking
      LG Watch Style supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Has barometer
      LG Watch Style includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • 35 mAh larger battery capacity
      LG Watch Style has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (335 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • Has compass
      LG Watch Style includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      LG Watch Style supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Stronger display glass
      LG Watch Style uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 98 ppi higher pixel density
      LG Watch Style has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (424 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • 4 mm narrower band
      LG Watch Style has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    • Better band material
      LG Watch Style uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • Better case material
      LG Watch Style uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    • 0.8 mm thinner watch body
      LG Watch Style is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.8 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • More advanced operating system
      LG Watch Style runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • Supports third-party apps
      LG Watch Style supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.

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    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    • No stress monitoring
      LG Watch Style does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No heart rate monitor
      LG Watch Style does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    • No cycle tracking
      LG Watch Style does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No elevation tracking
      LG Watch Style does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
    • No route tracking
      LG Watch Style does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 75.7% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    • No auto pause
      LG Watch Style does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No swim mode
      LG Watch Style does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
      Not suitable for swim tracking.
    • No routes
      LG Watch Style does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • No voice feedback
      LG Watch Style does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 62.1% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • No live tracking
      LG Watch Style does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.7% of smartwatches support live tracking.
    • 6 day/s shorter battery life
      LG Watch Style offers 1 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • 17 h shorter training battery life
      LG Watch Style lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (3 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • No GPS
      LG Watch Style does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Older Bluetooth version
      LG Watch Style supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • 49 m lower waterproof depth
      LG Watch Style has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    • Lower IP rating
      LG Watch Style has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
      LG Watch Style has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • Basic display type
      LG Watch Style uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • 100 nits lower display brightness
      LG Watch Style has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (500 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
    • No smart alarm
      LG Watch Style does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
      Only standard alarm functionality is available.
    • No speaker
      LG Watch Style does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 4 year/s older release date
      LG Watch Style is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,017 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      February 2,017
    • No GPS
      LG Watch Style does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      LG Watch Style does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • 49 m lower waterproof depth
      LG Watch Style has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
      What it is: The stated depth or water-resistance class the watch is rated to withstand.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=50 m

      LG Watch Style has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.1 m vs 50 m
    • No speaker
      LG Watch Style does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      LG Watch Style does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No stress monitoring
      LG Watch Style does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
      What it is: Stress estimates derived from heart rate, HRV, or similar body signals.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      LG Watch Style does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No elevation tracking
      LG Watch Style does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
      What it is: Tracking of climbed, descended, or current elevation during activities.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      LG Watch Style does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
    • No heart rate monitor
      LG Watch Style does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
      What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      LG Watch Style does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    • Lower IP rating
      LG Watch Style has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
      What it is: A standardized ingress-protection code showing how well the watch resists dust and water.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: IP68 or better

      LG Watch Style has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).IP67 vs IP68
    • 6 day/s shorter battery life
      LG Watch Style offers 1 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=7 days

      LG Watch Style offers 1 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.1 day/s vs 7 day/s
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    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware

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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about LG Watch Style?

    • Slim, lightweight, and elegant circular design suitable for smaller wrists
    • Intuitive rotating digital crown for smooth menu navigation without obscuring the screen
    • Bright and sharp P-OLED display with vibrant colours and no 'flat tire' cutout
    • Snappy and responsive performance powered by the Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor
    • Easy-to-swap 18mm watch bands with a quick-release mechanism

    What customers dislike about LG Watch Style?

    • Dismal battery life that often fails to last a full day, especially with always-on display
    • Lacks NFC, meaning it does not support mobile payments via Android Pay
    • Missing key hardware for fitness tracking, including built-in GPS and a heart-rate sensor
    • No built-in speaker, preventing users from taking calls or hearing voice responses from Google Assistant
    • Plastic back and default leather strap perceived by some as feeling 'cheap' or 'stiff'

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    techradar.com
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    stuff.tv
    27/09/2017
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    pcmag.com
    28/03/2017
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    The PCMag review highlights the LG Watch Style as a slim, lightweight, and fashionable Android Wear 2.0 device, ideal for smaller wrists due to its 1.6-ounce design and 1.2-inch P-OLED display. It features a functional rotating dial for navigation, yet sacrifices significant utility by omitting GPS, heart rate sensors, and NFC for mobile payments. Despite a smooth user experience,...Read more

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    techadvisor.com
    28/02/2017
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    The Tech Advisor review highlights the LG Watch Style as a minimalist, comfortable, and aesthetically focused smartwatch designed to showcase Android Wear 2.0. Key advantages include its thin, lightweight design, a high-quality 1.2-inch P-OLED display, and an intuitive rotating crown for navigation. However, the device suffers from significant limitations, including a lack of GPS,...Read more

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    pocket-lint.com
    28/02/2017
    LG Watch Style review: Subtlety over style

    The LG Watch Style, as reviewed by Pocket-lint, is a slim and lightweight Android Wear 2.0 device focused on comfort, featuring a sharp 1.2-inch circular P-OLED display and a highly functional rotating crown for navigation. While praised for its simple design and customizable 18mm straps, the watch faces criticism for its plastic, "toy-like" feel that lacks a premium finish. Key...Read more

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    cnet.com
    17/02/2017
    LG Watch Style review: Dismal battery life and not even Android Pay

    The LG Watch Style, as reviewed by CNET, is characterized as a slim, lightweight smartwatch that prioritizes fashion over functionality, featuring a user-friendly rotating digital crown and Android Wear 2.0. While its design is a highlight, the device suffers from poor battery life that often fails to last a full day, along with missing features like NFC, GPS, and a heart-rate...Read more

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    wired.com
    08/02/2017
    Review: LG Watch Style and Sport

    The WIRED review of the LG Watch Style and Sport evaluates two distinct Android Wear 2.0 devices, with the slim, lightweight "Style" model praised for its design and rotating crown but criticized for lacking NFC, GPS, and a heart rate monitor. Conversely, the bulky "Sport" model is highlighted as a feature-packed, standalone device with LTE, GPS, and NFC, yet it is deemed too...Read more

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    theverge.com
    08/02/2017
    Android Wear 2.0 review: Google's second swing at smartwatches

    The 2017 Verge review of the LG Watch Sport and Watch Style highlights them as the flagship carriers for Android Wear 2.0, with the Sport acting as a feature-packed, LTE-enabled, but bulky powerhouse and the Style as a thinner, more comfortable alternative. The Sport boasts NFC for Android Pay, GPS, and a heart-rate monitor but is criticized for its heavy, thick design with...Read more

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    curved.de
    23/01/2017
    LG Watch Sport and LG Watch Style Review: Google's New Clothes

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    frandroid.com
    01/03/2017
    Hands-on with the LG Watch Style: minimalist and compact

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    xataka.com
    08 de marzo de 2017
    LG Watch Sport and Style: First impressions

    The LG Watch Sport and Style serve as the launch platforms for Android Wear 2.0, with the Sport focusing on high-end, independent functionality—including LTE, GPS, NFC, and heart rate monitoring—despite its bulky design and lower IP68 rating. The lighter, more comfortable Style is designed for minimalism, offering a slim profile, interchangeable straps, and a lower price point, but...Read more

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    tvtech.it
    28/02/2017
    Hands-on with LG Watch Sport and Style at MWC 2017

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    smartworld.it
    16/05/2017
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