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Martian Notifier review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110Screen size:0.70 inchBattery life:5 daysDisplay type:OLED

Martian Notifier Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 29 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Martian Notifier
4.7/10

Overall score

Score
4.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

35%

2.7

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

2.7

Reviews score

10%

8.0

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 99% of smartwatches
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 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

70%

4.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
2.7

Technical score

Technical score
2.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

24%

1.0

Health

21%

2.1

Fitness

16%

4.0

Battery

14%

4.1

Smart features

12%

2.4

Connectivity

9%

4.7

Display & Design

4%

3.1

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 99%
2.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
2.7/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

2.7

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.5

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (29)
15 reviews + 14 videos, average 7.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 99%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Martian Notifier

Based on 10 · 12

Reviewers praise the long battery life and classic good looks, but the tiny display and awkward charging are common gripes.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Martian Notifier

Technical score
Technical score
2.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

24%

1.0

Health

21%

2.1

Fitness

16%

4.0

Battery

14%

4.1

Smart features

12%

2.4

Connectivity

9%

4.7

Display & Design

4%

3.1

Hardware

2.7
Reviews score
2.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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:

70%

4.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.3
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.7% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Gyroscope listed as 3-axis.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support distance tracking. 96.4% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
130 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 130 mAh battery, which is smaller than 97.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 120 min, which is quicker than 13.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 44.6% of Smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 120 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% 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. 30.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
0.7 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 0.7 inch screen, which is smaller than 98.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses OLED, which is less advanced than the screen in 53.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
16x 96
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 16x96 which is lower than that of 99.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
139 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 139 ppi, which is lower than 98.6% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
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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Martian Notifier vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    Hybrid hardware design (analog/mechanical and digital components combined).
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, plastic, resin for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, plastic, resin vs polycarbonate
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    Hybrid hardware design (analog/mechanical and digital components combined).
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, plastic, resin for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, plastic, resin vs polycarbonate
  • 61.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    2.7/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    2.7

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (29)
    15 reviews + 14 videos, average 7.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    2.7 vs 7.0
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • 61.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    2.7/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    2.7

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (29)
    15 reviews + 14 videos, average 7.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    2.7 vs 7.0
  • 23.7% worse value for money
    Martian Notifier has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.28 vs 7.8).
    6.28 vs 7.76
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 7 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2014 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    May 2014
    2014 vs 2021
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No pace tracking
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 80.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No distance tracking
    This smartwatch does not support distance tracking, the average smartwatch does. 96.3% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No step tracking
    This smartwatch does not support step tracking, the average smartwatch does. 99.2% of smartwatches support step tracking.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • No goal setting
    This smartwatch does not support goal setting, the average smartwatch does. 98.1% of smartwatches support goal setting.
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No achievement tracking
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 87% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • No exercise tagging
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 94.2% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a button-cell battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Sources report rechargeable lithium chemistry as Li-ion or Li-Po.
    button-cell vs Li-Po
  • No low-power mode
    This smartwatch does not include a low power mode, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches include a low power mode.
  • 175 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (130 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    130 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IPX4 vs IP68).
    IPX4 vs IP68
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 0.7 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (0.7 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    0.7 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 20 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    30 m vs 50 m
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 16x96, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    16x96 vs 360x360
  • 187 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (139 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    139 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 1 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.7 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    12.7 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 7 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (52 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    52 g vs 45 g
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No stopwatch
    This smartwatch does not include a stopwatch, the average smartwatch does. 99% of smartwatches include a stopwatch.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

8.0
EpicDroid
≈ estimated
15/12/2016
Hands-on review · daily use, app and charging check
Verdict
Martian Notifier has some limitations, but it is an overall great entry-level smartwatch, especially for first-time buyers.
9.0
UK EDC
≈ estimated
26/02/2016
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Martian Notifier is a basic but well-priced smartwatch that is hard to beat for the money.
9.0
EndOfLineTech
≈ estimated
02/01/2016
Unboxing and review · setup, app and feature tests
Verdict
Martian Notifier suits buyers who want a classic look with smart features.
9.0
global T3CH
≈ estimated
13/07/2015
Unboxing and review · three days of use
Verdict
Martian Notifier is a good basic watch for buyers not ready for a smartwatch, with long battery life and simple alerts.
7.0
Don Baine
≈ estimated
15/01/2015
Full review · several days of daily use
Verdict
Martian Notifier works as promised and is worth buying now for urgent needs, but wait for newer watches.
9.5
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
25/08/2014
Hands-on review · notifications, vibration and camera tests
Verdict
Martian Notifier mixes classic styling with useful smart features for daily wear.
8.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
14/08/2014
Hands-on review · design, notifications and features
Verdict
Martian Notifier is an elegant, classic-looking watch with discreet notifications, light on features but good value for the money.
8.0
Booredatwork.com
≈ estimated
29/07/2014
Hands-on review · notifications, battery and display tests
Verdict
Martian Notifier is excellent for notifications and battery life, but overpriced for its build and display.
9.0
Mark J Draper
≈ estimated
25/01/2015
Hands-on review · about a week of use
Verdict
Martian Notifier is a brilliant all-round watch with great battery life, though it is not waterproof.
9.0
GizBot
≈ estimated
27/11/2014
Unboxing and first look · app and notification demo
Verdict
Martian Notifier is good value for a basic smartwatch that handles notifications well.
4.0
Digit
≈ estimated
17/11/2014
Short review · smart features and battery
Verdict
Martian Notifier looks like a classic watch, but it has too few smart features and misses notifications for the price.
7.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
23/07/2014
Hands-on review · one week of testing
Verdict
Martian Notifier is a decent smartwatch at a fair price, but the app and clasp disappoint; consider waiting for version two.
More graded video reviews (1)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.7
cnet.com
✓ explicit
02/05/2014
Review · Analog-style notifier
Verdict
The Martian Notifier is a classic-looking watch with strong phone alerts, best for people who don't need apps on their wrist.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
06/06/2014
Review · Notification-focused watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier suits anyone who wants phone alerts on a classic watch, but it can't run apps from your wrist.
7.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
04/07/2014
Hands-on test · Analog-look smartwatch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier suits anyone who wants phone alerts on a watch that looks like a normal analog timepiece, though its rubber strap gets clammy in heat.
8.0
digitaltrends.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2019
Hands-on test · Alert-focused watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier suits people who want discreet alerts on a classic-looking watch, but it does little beyond notifications.
9.0
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
09/09/2014
Hands-on test · Classic-look alert watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier suits anyone who wants quick phone alerts on a classic-looking watch, though it is bulky and its buzz rattles audibly.
4.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
05/12/2014
Hands-on review · Hybrid analog watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier gives instant phone alerts on an analog-look face, but its bulky body and very basic features make it hard to recommend.
6.0
techwalls.com
≈ estimated
15/10/2014
Two-week test · Classic-design watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier has a proper analog face and lasts about a week, but some app alerts fail and it drains your phone's battery faster.
7.0
blogbyben.com
≈ estimated
01/09/2017
Three-week test · Battery-life backup
Verdict
The Martian Notifier is a simple alert watch whose battery lasts days, so it suits trips more than everyday use.
7.0
futurezone.at
≈ estimated
08/01/2014
Hands-on test · Analog notification watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier is a traditional-looking watch that signals texts and emails through vibrations, suiting people who avoid smartwatches for style reasons, though its display is hard to read.
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Hands-on review · Semi-smart watch
Verdict
The Martian Notifier is a discreet alert watch that looks like a normal timepiece, but it does little beyond notifications and its screen is tiny.

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What customers like about Martian Notifier

  • Classic analog design that looks like a standard watch
  • Affordable price point compared to contemporary rivals
  • Highly customisable vibration patterns for different app alerts
  • Dual-battery system: analog clock continues to work even if smart battery dies
  • Cross-platform compatibility with both iOS and Android devices
  • Reliable delivery of notifications for almost any mobile app

What customers don't like about Martian Notifier

  • Requires a proprietary micro-USB cable with an extra-long tip to charge
  • Only splashproof; lacks full water resistance for swimming or showering
  • Tiny OLED display makes reading long text messages difficult
  • Limited functionality compared to 'full' smartwatches (no apps or fitness tracking)
  • Occasional Bluetooth connectivity drops or issues with re-pairing
  • Silicone strap can feel cheap or become uncomfortable in heat

Verdict

The Martian Notifier is a hybrid smartwatch featuring a classic analog quartz face with Japanese movement alongside a 96 x 16 pixel OLED display for scrolling notifications. It is constructed with a 1.7-inch resin plastic case, a stainless steel bezel, and an anti-scratch acrylic crystal, weighing approximately 1.83 oz. Key characteristics include dual-battery power—a replaceable cell for the analog hands lasting up to two years and a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery providing up to five days of smart features—and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity for iOS and Android. Main pros include its discreet, traditional aesthetic, highly customizable vibration patterns for app-specific alerts, and utility features like a remote camera shutter and phone 'leash' alert. However, notable cons include its lack of a built-in microphone or speaker for calls, a requirement for a proprietary long-tipped micro-USB charging cable, and a lack of fitness tracking sensors like a pedometer or heart rate monitor.

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