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LG Watch Style Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:1 daysDisplay type:OLED

LG Watch Style Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 33 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

LG Watch Style
5.2/10

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

4.6

Technical score

30%

6.5

Review score ( 10 · 23)

Review score 30% · 6.5 · based on 33 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. 4 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–¼Worse than 94% of smartwatches
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.6

Technical score

Technical score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

24%

2.5

Health

21%

6.0

Fitness

16%

3.8

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

6.6

Display & Design

4%

4.6

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 92%
6.5

Review score

Review score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Grades by review (33)
10 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 23 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 96%
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch LG Watch Style

Technical score
Technical score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

24%

2.5

Health

21%

6.0

Fitness

16%

3.8

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

6.6

Display & Design

4%

4.6

Hardware

4.6
Review score
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

6.6
Brand name
LG
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 89.6% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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Battery life
1 day
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1 days which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
3 h
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 3 h in training mode which is shorter than 97.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.5% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
335 mAh
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch 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
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Wear OS (2.1).
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
Screen-only assistant responses; no speaker.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.2 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% of smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 50.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.6% of smartwatches.
Resolution
360x 360
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 360x360 which is higher than that of 50.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
424 ppi
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 424 ppi which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
500 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 500 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 70% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.6% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
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
Snapdragon Wear 2100
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
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
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

LG Watch Style vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (2.1).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Third-party app support
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • 4 mm narrower band
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    18.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • 35 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (335 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    335 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 4 mm narrower band
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    18.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • 98 ppi higher pixel density
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (424 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    424 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 0.8 mm thinner watch body
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.8 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    10.80 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (2.1).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Third-party app support
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    This smartwatch 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).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • 14.2% worse value for money
    LG Watch Style has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.59 vs 7.5).
    6.59 vs 7.52
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 16.25 h shorter training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (3 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    3 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    This smartwatch 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).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Basic display type
    This smartwatch uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • 100 nits lower display brightness
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (500 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    500 nits vs 600 nits
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2017 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    February 2017
    2017 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

3.0
Sypnotix
≈ estimated
08/06/2017
Hands-on review · battery, features and design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is not worth buying: its battery life is weak and it has too few features.
7.0
GH Tech Review
✓ explicit
12/04/2017
Hands-on review · battery, performance and price
Verdict
LG Watch Style is worth buying on sale, though its small battery is the main drawback.
6.0
All About Tech
≈ estimated
03/04/2017
Hands-on review · design, apps and feature tests
Verdict
LG Watch Style has good design and watch-face customization, but missing features and weak charging leave the reviewer undecided.
4.0
SourceForge
≈ estimated
14/03/2017
Hands-on review · display, voice input and battery
Verdict
LG Watch Style is a decent smartwatch, but weak hardware and a steep price make it not worth buying.
7.0
TheUnlockr
≈ estimated
26/02/2017
Hands-on review · daily use and Android Wear 2.0 features
Verdict
LG Watch Style is very light and looks like a real watch, a fair option mainly because of its lower price.
4.0
Droid Life
≈ estimated
24/02/2017
Full review · daily use and price check
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a decent watch, but it is too expensive and lacks NFC for what it offers.
4.0
GYMCADDY
≈ estimated
28/02/2017
Unboxing and short review · value and missing features
Verdict
LG Watch Style is overpriced for what it offers and lacks heart rate and NFC, so waiting for newer watches makes more sense.
8.0
9to5Google
≈ estimated
25/02/2017
Hands-on review · daily use and Android Wear 2.0 features
Verdict
LG Watch Style is a basic smartwatch that does most things almost perfectly, with consistent performance.
5.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
08/02/2017
Comparison review · Style judged against Sport
Verdict
LG Watch Style is the lesser of the two, let down by its looks and missing heart rate and NFC.
6.0
Android Central
≈ estimated
08/02/2017
Hands-on review · design, fitness and NFC limits
Verdict
LG Watch Style is stylish and slim on the wrist, but it lacks heart rate, NFC and fitness features.
Not graded
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 11 · 12

Reviewers love how slim and light it is, but battery is weak and it lacks payments, GPS and heart rate.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
28/02/2017
Full review · Subtle, simple design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a simple, comfortable smartwatch that may suit first-time buyers, with good software but battery life that barely covers a working day.
5.0
techadvisor.com
≈ estimated
28/02/2017
Hands-on test · Design and software
Verdict
The LG Watch Style looks good and its crown scrolling is great, but without NFC, GPS, 4G or a heart-rate monitor it feels too limited.
6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
28/03/2017
Full review · Fitness tracking test
Verdict
The LG Watch Style suits people who want a traditional-looking smartwatch for notifications, but its step counts vary and battery life is short.
6.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
27/09/2017
Full review · Design and battery
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is light, comfortable and smart-looking, but its basic features and poor battery life outweigh those strengths unless you love the design.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
02/11/2018
Full review · Slim, round design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a thin, light, good-looking Android Wear watch that is held back by weak battery life and a small choice of apps.
6.0
newatlas.com
≈ estimated
23/02/2017
Full review · Compact unisex design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a small, unisex Android Wear 2.0 watch, but missing heart-rate tracking, mobile payments and GPS leaves it short on features.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
21/07/2017
Full review · Design and performance
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a stylish Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch with a bright display, but poor battery life and missing sensors let it down.
theverge.com
08/02/2017
Not graded yet
wired.com
08/02/2017
Not graded yet
cnet.com
17/02/2017
Not graded yet
uk.pcmag.com
28/03/2017
Not graded yet
7.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
01/03/2017
Hands-on test · Compact, elegant design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is an elegant watch that suits slim wrists, and Android Wear 2.0 makes a good first impression but is not perfect yet.
7.0
frandroid.com
≈ estimated
01/03/2017
Hands-on test · Compact design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a small, minimalist Android Wear watch that suits men and women, but it skips GPS, NFC and heart-rate tracking.
7.5
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
16/05/2017
Full review · Slim, light design
Verdict
The LG Watch Style is a light, slim Android Wear watch for small wrists, but its battery struggles to last until bedtime.

Third-party reviews

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What we 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 we don't like 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'

Verdict

The LG Watch Style is a slim, lightweight smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch P-OLED circular display (360x360 resolution, 299ppi) housed in a 42.3mm stainless steel case. Powered by a 1.1GHz Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor with 512MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage, it runs on Android Wear 2.0 (Wear OS) and includes a rotating digital crown for intuitive navigation. Main pros include its comfortable, low-profile design, IP67 water resistance, and smooth performance with Google Assistant support. However, it suffers from significant cons, including a small 240mAh battery that often fails to last a full day, and the absence of a heart rate sensor, GPS, NFC for mobile payments, and a built-in speaker.

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