China-Gadgets.de · 14/02/2019
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is a favourite so far, with an attractive design and smooth performance, though battery life and payment limits remain.
Likes- Stainless steel case that feels solid and comfortable
- Smooth performance with NFC for contactless payments
- Useful second button for customising shortcuts
- Battery lasts a full day and charges in about an hour
Dislikes- Battery falls short of the claimed one and a half days
- Google Pay cannot be set up with PayPal yet
- The app needs background permission, otherwise the connection keeps dropping
Technik-Lifestyle-Art · 13/01/2019
Hands-on review · one week of testing
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is recommended for buyers who don't mind charging every day, offering good value and a great display.
Likes- Sharp, high-resolution display that is easy to read
- Accurate step counting and reliable measurements
- Notifications can be read and answered by voice
Dislikes- Battery life is poor and needs charging every day
- No automatic sleep detection, so sleep has to be logged by hand
- Floor counting relies on GPS rather than the sensor
El Rincón de China · 28/08/2019
Hands-on review · about two months of use
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is an attractive watch with a good screen and Wear OS that works well, but its battery is weak; good value at its price.
Likes- Attractive, classic design with a good-quality screen
- Wear OS works well with apps, payments and navigation
- Good value at its price
Dislikes- Battery lasts about a day at most
- No speaker for calls or audio
- Strap wears out quickly with daily use
Tecnouyblog TV · 24/06/2019
Hands-on review · design, charging and battery tests
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 20mm is one of the best buys for its features and price, though battery life is short.
Likes- Stylish design that works for everyday and office wear
- Wireless charging reaches full in about half an hour
- Heart rate sensor comparable to top models
- NFC and a full set of fitness sensors, including GPS
Dislikes- Battery lasts about one day with heavy notifications
- Older processor than the newer model
- Software updates slow down after about two years
Todo Apple - Actualidad iPhone · 17/02/2019
Hands-on review · design, apps and Apple Watch comparison
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is an elegant, well-finished alternative to the Apple Watch, with plenty of features for the price.
Likes- Polished finish with an elegant steel case and leather strap
- Fits comfortably under shirt sleeves thanks to its modest thickness
- Google Fit and companion app give detailed fitness data
- Google Assistant and Google Pay support
Dislikes- Watch cannot play sound, so calls must be answered on the phone
- No rotating bezel; all controls run through the screen and two buttons
- Only one strap option for this model
Nightech · 10/01/2019
Hands-on review · design, performance and battery
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is an elegant, efficient and long-lasting watch for people who want simple smartwatch features.
Likes- Elegant, classic round design that is comfortable to wear
- Very smooth performance for everyday use
- Battery lasts a full day of normal use
- NFC for mobile payments and integrated GPS
Dislikes- Occasional slowdowns, though overall the experience is smooth
- No speaker, so calls cannot be made on the watch
- Downloading music to the watch is complicated
Eros Tech · 14/10/2019
Hands-on review · battery, speed and app tests
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 20mm is recommended overall, but the battery drains within a day and performance is sometimes sluggish.
Likes- Bright, clear AMOLED display
- Useful features and access to Google apps
- Accurate voice dictation and reminders
- Good health and fitness tracking
Dislikes- Battery lasts only about one day
- Performance is sluggish, sometimes freezing for minutes
- Magnetic charger needs careful placement to charge
- Calling from the watch seems to be missing
Marco Civale · 13/07/2019
Hands-on review · trial period, design and payments
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is an elegant watch with strong value for its class; the drawbacks are a small keyboard and a payment problem that can be fixed.
Likes- Elegant aluminium build that looks upmarket
- Smooth performance without lag in daily use
- Comfortable strap and compact size
- Strong value compared with rival watches in its class
Dislikes- Small on-screen keyboard that is hard to type on
- NFC payment connection problem until TalkBack is disabled
- Runs the older Snapdragon 2100 chip
GizChina Italia · 28/03/2019
Hands-on review · fitness tracking, apps and battery
Mobvoi TicWatch C2 is a functional, affordable smartwatch with good design, recommended for its price.
Likes- Elegant aluminium case and leather strap
- Accurate step counting and heart rate readings
- Google Assistant is useful on the go
- Intuitive companion app with detailed fitness data
Dislikes- Calls cannot be made from the watch alone; the phone is needed
- WhatsApp cannot be installed from the Play Store
- Images and voice notes cannot be viewed or played in WhatsApp