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Merlin Neotalk Teens review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£35Screen size:?Battery life:21.5 daysDisplay type:LCD

Merlin Neotalk Teens Review: Compare 127 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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 62% of models
Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.4, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 62% of smartwatches
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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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 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
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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 77% of models
Score components

24%

2.5

Health

21%

6.2

Fitness

16%

7.5

Battery

14%

5.9

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

5.5

Display & Design

4%

9.4

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 77%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
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
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.4.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

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
    N/A~ £35
Best rankings
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Merlin Neotalk Teens

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
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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 77% of models
Score components:

24%

2.5

Health

21%

6.2

Fitness

16%

7.5

Battery

14%

5.9

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

5.5

Display & Design

4%

9.4

Hardware

5.3
Reviews score
7.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
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
?
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.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
21.5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 21.5 days on a charge, which is longer than 92.7% of Smartwatches.
Up to 14 days in standby.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
232 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 232 mAh battery, which is smaller than 78.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Android
This smartwatch runs Android, which is less advanced than the system in 96.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.3% 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
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 83.5% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
Micro-SIM
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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Screen size
?
Display type
LCD
This smartwatch uses LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 91.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 6.7% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
?
Pixel density
226 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 226 ppi, which is lower than 85.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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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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Merlin Neotalk Teens vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 14.5 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (21.5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 14 days in standby.
    21.5 days vs 7 days
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Built-in camera
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 1.8% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • 10.4 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (1.3 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    1.3 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Kid-friendly design
    This smartwatch has a kid-friendly design, the average smartwatch does not. 1.5% of smartwatches have a kid-friendly design.
    Teen-focused model with child-oriented safety/communication features.
  • 38 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (4.5 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    4.5 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 14.5 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (21.5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 14 days in standby.
    21.5 days vs 7 days
  • Built-in cellular module
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 10.4 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (1.3 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    1.3 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Kid-friendly design
    This smartwatch has a kid-friendly design, the average smartwatch does not. 1.5% of smartwatches have a kid-friendly design.
    Teen-focused model with child-oriented safety/communication features.
  • 38 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (4.5 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    4.5 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 40 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    5 mm vs 45 mm
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Built-in camera
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 1.8% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • 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.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (LCD vs AMOLED).
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 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.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 73 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (232 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    232 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 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 (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (LCD vs AMOLED).
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • 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.
  • 55 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (100 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    100 g vs 45 g
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • 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.
    3 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    30 m vs 50 m
  • 100 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (226 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    226 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    Band material is described as silicone or rubber.
    silicone, rubber vs silicone
  • 4 mm wider strap
    This smartwatch has a wider strap than the average smartwatch (26 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    26 mm vs 22 mm
  • 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 voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (Android vs Proprietary OS).
    Android vs Proprietary OS
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Merlin Neotalk Teens

  • Effective communication tool for kids without the distractions of a full smartphone
  • Standalone functionality with built-in SIM card slot for voice calling
  • Comprehensive safety features including SOS alerts and a find-my-phone tracker
  • Diverse multimedia options such as a camera, media player, and FM radio
  • Useful activity tracking including a pedometer and sleep monitoring
  • Intuitive touch screen interface with customisable digital and analog faces

What customers don't like about Merlin Neotalk Teens

  • Battery life can be inconsistent, sometimes failing to last a full day with heavy use
  • Mixed reports on long-term durability, with some users experiencing screen or charging failures
  • The watch design is described by some as bulky or chunky for smaller wrists
  • Lacks advanced water resistance, typically limited to sweat or splash resistance
  • Connectivity is restricted to older standards (Bluetooth v3.0 and GSM networks)

Verdict

The Merlin NeoTalk Teens is a multi-functional smartwatch designed for connectivity and safety, featuring 2G voice calling via a built-in speaker and microphone, and a SIM card slot supporting GSM frequencies. It runs on an Android-based operating system with 4GB of RAM, a 1.54-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen (240x240 resolution), and integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 3.0 for seamless smartphone pairing. Main pros include its comprehensive activity tracking suite (pedometer, sleep monitor, and calorie counter), dedicated anti-loss security alerts, and a built-in camera for capturing photos. However, users may encounter limitations such as a lack of built-in GPS for independent tracking, the requirement for a legacy 2G network for calls, and a battery life that typically requires daily charging.

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