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Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,970Screen size:?Battery life:1 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 8 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.0

Overall score

Score
5.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

4.2

Technical score

30%

6.9

Review score ( 5 · 3)

Review score 30% · 6.9 · based on 5 written reviews + 3 videos
5 written reviews + 3 videos count as 4.3 of the 5 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–¼Worse than 97% of smartwatches
4.2

Technical score

Technical score
4.2/ 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 97% of models
Score components

24%

1.2

Health

21%

3.6

Fitness

16%

4.6

Battery

14%

7.4

Smart features

12%

5.0

Connectivity

9%

7.2

Display & Design

4%

4.8

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 97% of smartwatches
6.9

Review score

Review score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Grades by review (8)
5 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 4
≈ estimated
4

20%

7.0

wareable.com

10%

8.0

scmp.com

10%

8.0

gq.com

10%

5.0

engadget.com

Video reviews 3

10%

7.0

SartorialPhil

10%

4.0

Connor Langley

5%

8.0

SCMP Archive

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 89% of smartwatches
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Best prices

    N/A~ £1,970

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon

Technical score
Technical score
4.2/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

24%

1.2

Health

21%

3.6

Fitness

16%

4.6

Battery

14%

7.4

Smart features

12%

5.0

Connectivity

9%

7.2

Display & Design

4%

4.8

Hardware

4.2
Review score
Review score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Grades by review (8)
5 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 4
≈ estimated
4

20%

7.0

wareable.com

10%

8.0

scmp.com

10%

8.0

gq.com

10%

5.0

engadget.com

Video reviews 3

10%

7.0

SartorialPhil

10%

4.0

Connor Langley

5%

8.0

SCMP Archive

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.9
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 70.7% of smartwatches.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
3.8/ 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 99% of models
Score components:

60%

5.0

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

3.8
Brand name
Louis Vuitton
Heart rate monitor
no
Heart rate monitor
no
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 89.6% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% 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
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% 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
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
no
Distance tracking
no
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
This smartwatch does not support distance tracking. 96% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
1 day
Battery life
1 days
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1 days which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
22 h
Battery life in training mode
22 h
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 22 h in training mode which is longer than 56.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
255 mAh
Battery power
255 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 255 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 69.4% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.9% of smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
Charge time
90 min
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 90 min which is faster than 63.7% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 9.9% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
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
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
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
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% 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
?
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
390x 390
Resolution
390x 390
â–² Better than 61% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 390x390 which is higher than that of 60.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
327 ppi
Pixel density
327 ppi
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 327 ppi which is higher than that of 54.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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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
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 8 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 67.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 12.1% 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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Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 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.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 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.
  • 30 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    90 min
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 30 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    90 min
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • 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.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    Band material
    rubber, leather
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch uses rubber, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber, leather vs silicone
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 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.
  • No heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    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
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • 15.15x more expensive
    Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£1,970 vs £130).
    £1,970 vs £130
  • 97.3% worse value for money
    Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (3.81 vs 7.5).
    3.81 vs 7.52
  • 6.12x less popular
    Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1 vs 6.1).
    1 vs 6.12
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    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
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 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.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No distance tracking
    Distance tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This smartwatch does not support distance tracking, the average smartwatch does. 95.9% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    â–¼ 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 goal setting
    Goal setting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    This smartwatch does not support goal setting, the average smartwatch does. 97.9% of smartwatches support goal setting.
  • No live tracking
    Live tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No achievement tracking
    Achievements
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 85.8% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • No exercise tagging
    Exercise tagging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 93.6% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 45 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    255 mAh days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (255 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    255 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • 47 g heavier weight
    Weight
    92.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (92 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    92.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 0.95 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.55 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.6 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    12.55 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 4 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2017
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2017 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2017
    2017 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

4.0
Connor Langley
≈ estimated
05/01/2021
Review and unboxing · battery, display and price assessment
Verdict
Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is too expensive for most buyers, with short battery life and a weak display.
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 5 · 5

Reviewers agree the style and straps are superb, but battery life disappoints and fitness and health tracking are lacking.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
04/08/2017
Hands-on review · Luxury travel watch
Verdict
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is a luxury watch for frequent travelers, with city guides and flight tracking, but it has no GPS or heart-rate sensor.
5.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
12/07/2017
Hands-on first look · Luxury watch
Verdict
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is an elegant steel Android Wear watch with a bright screen, but its one-day battery and likely two-to-three-year lifespan hold it back.
8.0
gq.com
≈ estimated
03/08/2017
Style review · Luxury smartwatch
Verdict
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is a fashion-first smartwatch, prized for its swappable straps and watch faces, with fewer features than rivals.
8.0
scmp.com
≈ estimated
11/09/2017
Gadget review · Style smartwatch
Verdict
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon is a light, comfortable smartwatch for style and travel, but it has no fitness features.
8.0
lepoint.fr
≈ estimated
12/07/2017
Hands-on test · Luxury smartwatch
Verdict
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon suits frequent travelers, with My Flight tracking and City Guide tips, but it is not built for sport.

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What we like about Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon

  • Exquisite design and 'jewel-like' finish quality consistent with Louis Vuitton heritage.
  • Highly customisable watch faces with iconic LV patterns and travel-centric features.
  • Stunning display quality, particularly the 'Light Up' model's edge-to-edge animated LED ring.
  • Convenient quick-change strap system allowing for easy personalization.
  • Unique travel-focused applications like city guides and flight tracking.
  • Better-than-average battery life for some models, lasting up to 1.5 days.

What we don't like about Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon

  • Extremely high price point that makes it a poor value proposition for tech-only buyers.
  • Lack of standard health sensors such as GPS or a heart rate monitor on earlier versions.
  • Limited ecosystem with no third-party app library on newer proprietary OS models.
  • Occasional software lag and bugs, including difficulties with Android/iOS pairing and account resets.
  • Fast technological obsolescence for a high-cost luxury item.
  • Charging process is finicky, requiring specific alignment of the magnetic puck.

Verdict

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up is a 44mm luxury smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch circular AMOLED touchscreen (327 ppi) protected by curved sapphire glass and a signature ring of 24 LED monogram flowers. Powered by the Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage, it runs a custom proprietary OS that is the first non-Apple system to be MFi-certified for seamless iPhone integration while remaining compatible with Android and HarmonyOS. Main pros include its highly customizable 'My Travel' features (flight tracking and city guides), a unique always-on display with kaleidoscopic animations, and a quick-change strap system. However, cons include its high luxury price point, a bulky 13.2mm thickness, limited 1-day battery life, and a complex account-binding process that can make second-hand resets difficult.

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