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Mobvoi TicWatch E2 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£140Screen size:1.39 inchBattery life:2 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Mobvoi TicWatch E2 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 46 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Mobvoi TicWatch E2
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

35%

5.5

Technical score

30%

5.5

List score

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

5.5

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 83% of smartwatches
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▼Worse than 85%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

24%

2.5

Health

21%

8.3

Fitness

16%

4.5

Battery

14%

7.4

Smart features

12%

5.8

Connectivity

9%

6.6

Display & Design

4%

2.8

Hardware

▼Worse than 72%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

8.9

Popularity

Grades by review (46)
20 reviews + 26 videos, average 7.7/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 51%
5.5

List score

List score
5.5/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 120 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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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 Mobvoi TicWatch E2

Based on 10 · 13

Reviewers like the comfy strap, swim-proofing and value, but payments are missing and opinions split on software and battery.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Mobvoi TicWatch E2

Based on 41 owners sharing their experience in online comments

22%positive17%mixed61%negative

Owners value the price, while short battery life and laggy, unreliable software drive many complaints.

What owners dislike

  • Several owners report the battery lasting only 5 to 6 hours with Bluetooth on, and percentage dropping by the minute with notifications and app updates.9
  • Owners describe the software as heavy and laggy, with slow app loading, frequent freezing, and apps closing when the screen times out.7
  • Owners find music playback limited: Spotify tracks cannot be saved offline, and phone calls and alarms rely on the phone instead of the watch.4
  • Some owners say the included charger stopped working or got very hot, and in one case the watch would not turn on at all.3
  • Owners report the watch often disconnects from their phone and then fails to pair again, including with Android phones.3
  • Owners call the watch thick and cheap-feeling, with a plastic-like frame that some consider less attractive than rival smartwatches.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Mobvoi TicWatch E2

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

24%

2.5

Health

21%

8.3

Fitness

16%

4.5

Battery

14%

7.4

Smart features

12%

5.8

Connectivity

9%

6.6

Display & Design

4%

2.8

Hardware

5.5
Reviews score
8.0
List score
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.2
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% 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.
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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What reviewers say
Battery life
2 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 2 days on a charge, which is shorter than 81.2% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.4% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
27.5 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 27.5 h on a charge, which is longer than 66.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.5% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
4 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 4 h with GPS on, which is shorter than 95.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.9% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
408 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 408 mAh battery, which is larger than 74% 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 system in 80.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 15.8% 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
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% 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.
Screen-only assistant responses; no speaker.
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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
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% 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
1.39 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.39 inch screen, which is smaller than 51.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
400x 400
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 400x400 which is higher than that of 65.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.5% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
407 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 407 ppi, which is higher than 70.4% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.6% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Snapdragon Wear 2100
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor model.
RAM
0.5 GB
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 0.5 GB of RAM, which is less than 71.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 22.7% of Smartwatches.
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 25.5% 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

Mobvoi TicWatch E2 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).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 7.5 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (27.5 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    27.5 h vs 20 h
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 51% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (46)
    20 reviews + 26 videos, average 7.7/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 51% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (46)
    20 reviews + 26 videos, average 7.7/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 7.5 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (27.5 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    27.5 h vs 20 h
  • 103 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (408 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    408 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 81 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (407 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    407 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 10 °C higher heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a higher temperature than the average smartwatch (55 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    55 °C vs 45 °C
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • 30.4% lower list score
    List score
    5.5/ 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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 120 lists (1%)
    5.5 vs 7.9
  • 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.
  • 17 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (4 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    4 h vs 21 h
  • 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.
  • 30.4% lower list score
    List score
    5.5/ 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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 120 lists (1%)
    5.5 vs 7.9
  • 26.7% lower sentiment score
    5.5 vs 7.5
  • 7.4% worse value for money
    Mobvoi TicWatch E2 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.23 vs 7.8).
    7.23 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 sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • 2 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    January 2019
    2019 vs 2021
  • 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 coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 17 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (4 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    4 h vs 21 h
  • 5 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (2 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 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 (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • 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.
  • 1.2 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.9 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    12.9 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 8.2 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (53.2 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    53.2 g vs 45 g
  • 7.2 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (52.2 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    52.2 mm vs 45 mm
  • 4.4 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46.9 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46.9 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 0.01 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.4 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.39 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 50% less RAM
    This smartwatch has less RAM than the average smartwatch (0.5 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 1 GB

Video reviews

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

8.0
Random Review Squad
≈ estimated
16/09/2020
Hands-on review · performance, features and value
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is worth buying for budget-minded Wear OS fans, though lag and no NFC hold it back.
6.0
TechMishka
≈ estimated
31/12/2019
Hands-on review · battery, performance and Wear OS tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is the cheapest Wear OS option, but its weak battery, entry-level build and limited hardware make the trade-off questionable.
9.0
Tech Rodent
≈ estimated
22/08/2019
Long-term test · 6 months of daily use
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is one of the best-value Wear OS watches; the charging dock is fragile, but the watch itself holds up well.
8.0
Matt Robb
≈ estimated
19/08/2019
Full review · fitness, display and software tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is good value for a budget Wear OS watch, though lag and software problems hold it back.
9.0
Jeff Springer
≈ estimated
15/07/2019
Hands-on review · two weeks of use and battery tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a solid entry-level Wear OS watch for everyday wear and light fitness, but its display is weak in bright sun.
9.0
Chigz Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
14/06/2019
Hands-on review · heart rate, screen and app tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is appealing for its price, but lag, no NFC and no calls hold it back.
9.0
Techy Agent
≈ estimated
28/05/2019
Hands-on review · fitness tracking and battery tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a good budget Android Wear watch and a decent fitness tracker, though it is bulky and hard to read in sunlight.
9.0
KeenGamer - More Than Just a Game Site
≈ estimated
22/05/2019
Hands-on review · display, games and battery tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a solid, well-rounded watch with a bright display and good battery life, though it has no NFC or speaker.
6.0
Laptop Retrospective
≈ estimated
18/05/2019
Long-term test · two months of use · automatic activity tracking
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 has a good concept, but its automatic activity detection is unreliable and needs better sensitivity.
6.0
Damir Franc
≈ estimated
22/04/2019
Hands-on review · notifications and wear comfort
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 has nice hardware and is comfortable, but offers little beyond notifications, so most users may not need it.
7.0
Marc The Geek
≈ estimated
10/04/2019
Hands-on review · about a week of daily use
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 offers a good voice assistant and battery life, but missing NFC and a speaker limit its appeal.
9.0
Laptop Retrospective
≈ estimated
29/03/2019
Long-term test · first week of daily use
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a very safe purchase and an excellent watch, though its size and weight may clash with some outfits.
More graded video reviews (9)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
23/01/2019
Review · Swim-proof Wear OS watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E2 is a sharp, swim-proof Wear OS watch for everyday use and light fitness, held back by its bulk and battery life.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
01/02/2019
Review · Big-screen swim-proof watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E2 is a sharp, swim-proof Wear OS watch for everyday use and light fitness, held back by its bulk and battery life.
7.0
pcworld.com
✓ explicit
11/02/2019
Hands-on test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is plain and sometimes slow, but it lasts a full 24 hours and is light, suiting Wear OS buyers who don't need Google Pay.
8.4
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
06/06/2019
Hands-on test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a no-frills smartwatch with a good screen and solid fitness tracking, but it has fewer smart features and is less convenient to use.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
04/07/2019
Full review · Casual fitness watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a solid Wear OS watch for casual fitness fans, with swim and surf tracking, but enthusiasts may find the fitness data short on detail.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
09/12/2019
Hands-on test · Swim tracking
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a well-made Wear OS watch that feels fast and tracks swims well, but it lacks NFC payments and a speaker.
6.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
08/02/2019
Hands-on review · Wear OS platform
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a basic Wear OS watch with decent battery life, but its thick plastic case and sluggish feel suit only simple needs.
8.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
23/01/2019
Hands-on test · Everyday fitness watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is not much to look at, but its sharp display, usually two-day battery and water resistance make it a solid pick for active people.
6.0
china-gadgets.de
≈ estimated
10/01/2019
Hands-on test · Wear OS performance
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 offers a bright screen and about a day and a half of battery, but apps open slowly and the performance feels unfinished.
8.0
ocinside.de
≈ estimated
01/04/2019
Hands-on test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is easy to set up and read, with about 48 hours of battery at moderate use, but it is too bulky for slim wrists.
6.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
20/09/2023
Full review · Sports watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a sporty, waterproof Wear OS watch for active users, but its weak battery, older chip and limited apps hold it back.
8.9
objet-connecte.info
✓ explicit
25/05/2021
Review · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a bright, comfortable sports watch whose one-day battery and 4GB storage limit everyday use.
8.0
hogarmultimedia.com
✓ explicit
14/03/2019
Three-week test · Sports tracking
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a waterproof sports watch with strong tracking apps, best for active Android users who don't need calls on the wrist.
8.0
webnews.it
≈ estimated
11/02/2020
Hands-on test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is a comfortable, smooth Wear OS watch that lacks NFC and a speaker, and its battery never reaches two days.
6.0
nwtv.nl
✓ explicit
09/05/2019
Review · Sports and business watch
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 balances sport and business use well, but it still lacks major upgrades such as NFC payments and a much stronger battery.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Mobvoi TicWatch E2

  • Affordable price point offering high value for a Wear OS device
  • Vibrant 1.39-inch AMOLED display with sharp 400x400 resolution
  • Lightweight polycarbonate construction makes it comfortable for workouts
  • 5 ATM water resistance allows for swimming and shower use
  • Includes built-in GPS and heart rate monitoring for fitness tracking
  • Uses standard 22mm interchangeable straps for customization

What customers don't like about Mobvoi TicWatch E2

  • Bulky and thick design (12.9mm) that can be too large for smaller wrists
  • Sluggish performance and app loading lag due to the dated Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset
  • Lack of NFC prevents the use of Google Pay for contactless payments
  • No ambient light sensor requires manual brightness adjustments
  • Inconsistent battery life that often struggles to last a full two days with active features
  • Lacks an integrated speaker, so it cannot be used to take phone calls

Verdict

The Mobvoi TicWatch E2 is an affordable Wear OS smartwatch featuring a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with a 400x400 resolution and a lightweight 53g polycarbonate build. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset with 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage, and a 415mAh battery providing up to two days of life. Key strengths include its 5 ATM water resistance with dedicated swim-tracking, built-in GPS/GLONASS/Beidou navigation, and a proactive TicMotion AI for automatic activity detection. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of NFC for contactless payments, no ambient light sensor for automatic brightness, and a bulky 12.9mm thickness that may feel oversized on smaller wrists.

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