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Products in this category are scored under Frontum Smartwatches Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
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Mobvoi TicWatch S E review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£140Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:25 daysDisplay type:OLED

Mobvoi TicWatch S E Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 32 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Mobvoi TicWatch S E
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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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Score components

35%

5.9

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

8.1

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 55% of smartwatches
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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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Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 56%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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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Score components

24%

3.1

Health

21%

7.1

Fitness

16%

6.5

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

6.3

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 60%
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
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80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (32)
10 reviews + 22 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 51%
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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

What reviewers say about the Mobvoi TicWatch S E

Based on 9 · 13

Reviewers like the reliable GPS and good value, but complain about weak battery life and an uncomfortable strap.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Mobvoi TicWatch S E

Based on 97 owners sharing their experience in online comments

33%positive21%mixed46%negative

Owners appreciate the affordable, feature-rich design, but short battery life and reliability problems dominate the experience.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the battery drains fast, often needing a charge every day, and some say 3 to 5 hours only.21
  • Owners say phone notifications and incoming call alerts arrive late or not at all, with the watch often disconnecting. A hard reset did not fix it for one owner.6
  • Owners say the plastic body feels cheap and not premium, and scratches easily, and one reports a broken watch after rain exposure.5
  • Owners say the watch is slow and laggy, with Google Assistant lagging and failing to connect, and it gets jittery after months of use.4
  • Owners with iPhones say the companion app shows little or nothing, with no way to make calls or enable GPS routes, and the watch feels limited.4
  • Owners report random reboots after an update, freezing and glitching, and one reports a boot loop.4
  • Owners say the Bluetooth connection to the phone keeps dropping in and out, and one has trouble connecting to Wi-Fi.3
  • Owners say the screen edges show a wavy, distracting reflection effect, especially on light wallpapers.3
  • Owners say the display cracked or broke after a short drop, and one reports damage to the inner screen.3
  • Not worth the price3

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

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Mobvoi TicWatch S E

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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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Score components:

24%

3.1

Health

21%

7.1

Fitness

16%

6.5

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

6.3

Connectivity

9%

7.5

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

5.9
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.9
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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What reviewers say
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
25 days
This smartwatch lasts 25 days on a charge, which is longer than 93.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.8% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 48 h on a charge, which is longer than 88.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.5% of Smartwatches.
48 hour "active battery life" in non-training mode.
Battery life with GPS on
4 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
464 mAh
This smartwatch has a 464 mAh battery, which is larger than 83.7% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
120 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.
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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.
OS detail: Wear OS (2).
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.
Requires paired smartphone/app for 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
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
1.4 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen, which is larger than 48.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.7% 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
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
404 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 404 ppi, which is higher than 69.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.6% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
0.5 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
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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Mobvoi TicWatch S E vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 18 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (25 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    25 days vs 7 days
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (2).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 28 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (48 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    48 hour "active battery life" in non-training mode.
    48 h vs 20 h
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • 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.
    Compatible through third-party apps/workarounds.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • 159 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (464 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    464 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 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
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    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (32)
    10 reviews + 22 videos, average 7.8/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • 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.
    Compatible through third-party apps/workarounds.
  • 18 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (25 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    25 days vs 7 days
  • 28 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (48 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    48 hour "active battery life" in non-training mode.
    48 h vs 20 h
  • 159 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (464 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    464 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • 78 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (404 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    404 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 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).
    OS detail: Wear OS (2).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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 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 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 cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • 4 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2017 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    December 2017
    2017 vs 2021
  • 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 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.
  • 85 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (5 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 5 exercise modes.
    5 vs 90
  • 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
  • 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
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • 1.3 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    13 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 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.
  • 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

9.0
Omar Mahli
≈ estimated
24/03/2020
Long-term test · 3 years of ownership
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is recommended as durable and solid after three years, though it once stopped working after a steam room visit.
8.0
Techniqued
≈ estimated
15/01/2019
Hands-on review · GPS, performance and battery tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is a good, affordable sports Wear OS watch, though battery life falls short of claims.
8.0
Techniqued
≈ estimated
10/01/2019
Hands-on review · performance, heart rate and battery tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is an affordable Wear OS watch with smooth performance, but its battery falls short of claims.
8.0
Tech Rodent
≈ estimated
26/11/2018
Long-term test · one year of daily use
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is a reliable daily companion after a year, much improved by the firmware update, though not perfect.
9.0
HyperDog Digital
≈ estimated
30/05/2018
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is a great watch and highly recommended, despite a small band and occasional wake delays.
9.0
Tech with Jerad (How I Use This)
≈ estimated
18/05/2018
Hands-on review · display, watch faces and battery
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E has weak battery life, but overall it is hard to go wrong for the price.
8.0
Digital Trends
≈ estimated
26/04/2018
Hands-on review · battery, comfort and value
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is good value for the money, though it does not match hybrid smartwatches or premium builds.
7.0
Techy Agent
≈ estimated
04/03/2018
Hands-on review · fitness tracking and heart rate tests
Verdict
The Mobvoi TicWatch S E is good for outdoor cardio, but its heart rate tracking is unreliable during gym strength training.
6.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
02/03/2018
Long-term test · four weeks of fitness and app tests
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is good value as a smartwatch, but erratic heart rate tracking makes it a weak choice for fitness.
9.0
Dove Computer Solutions Ltd
≈ estimated
08/02/2018
Long-term review · one month of use
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is great value for the price, though battery life is average and sports features could improve.
9.0
CJ Ying
≈ estimated
28/12/2017
Weeks of personal use · value and design review
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is affordable, simple and reliable, with strong value, though battery life is limited.
9.0
SmartWatch Ticks
≈ estimated
15/12/2017
Hands-on review · waterproof test and measurements
Verdict
Mobvoi TicWatch S E is a strong watch at a good price, and now is a good time to buy it.
More graded video reviews (5)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
02/01/2018
Review · Sporty smartwatch
Verdict
The TicWatch S is a comfortable sports smartwatch with a lot of features, but no NFC and a fixed bezel hold it back.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
05/07/2019
Hands-on test · Android Wear watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E is a simple Android Wear watch with built-in GPS and a heart-rate sensor, aimed at casual users rather than serious athletes.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
15/07/2019
Hands-on review · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E is a basic Wear OS watch whose heart-rate monitor and GPS make it a decent fitness tracker, though battery life is short.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
10/05/2018
Hands-on review · Sports watch
Verdict
The TicWatch S is a comfortable, sport-focused Wear OS watch with accurate running tracking, but its battery lasts about a day and a half and it has no NFC.
8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
28/11/2017
Hands-on review · Android Wear watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E is a solid Android Wear watch for everyday use, with a good Tic Health app and swappable straps, but it is not built for serious training.
6.0
androidauthority.com
≈ estimated
02/05/2018
Hands-on review · Two Wear OS watches
Verdict
The TicWatch S and E suit first-time smartwatch buyers, though plastic bodies and a squishy left-side button make them feel less sturdy.
2.3
the5krunner.com
✓ explicit
17/03/2018
Hands-on review · Sport watch
Verdict
The TicWatch S is a sporty Wear OS watch that works with many running apps and syncs data well, though heart-rate sensors must be paired inside each app.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
27/03/2018
Hands-on test · GPS Android watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E and S bring GPS and heart rate tracking to Android Wear, but their plasticky build and roughly a day and a half of battery hold them back.
7.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
20/01/2018
Hands-on test · Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
The TicWatch E and S share the same hardware, so the choice comes down to looks, strap and a sporty numbered bezel on the S.
9.0
fastweb.it
≈ estimated
18/11/2017
Hands-on review · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The TicWatch E is a light Wear OS watch that lasts about a day and a half and tracks workouts well, but it has no cellular connection.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Mobvoi TicWatch S E

  • Excellent value for money as budget-friendly Wear OS entry points
  • High-quality 1.4-inch OLED display with sharp resolution and deep blacks
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for daily wear
  • Built-in GPS and heart rate monitoring included at a low price point
  • Responsive touchscreen and smooth performance for basic tasks
  • Integrated microphone and speaker for Google Assistant and calls

What customers don't like about Mobvoi TicWatch S E

  • Mediocre battery life typically requiring nightly charging
  • Lack of NFC prevents the use of Google Pay for contactless payments
  • Non-replaceable straps on the TicWatch S due to the integrated GPS antenna
  • IP67 rating means they are only splash-proof and not suitable for swimming
  • Plastic build materials feel less premium compared to higher-end competitors
  • Unusual placement of the single physical button on the left side of the watch

Verdict

The Mobvoi TicWatch S (Sport) and E (Express) are budget-friendly smartwatches running Wear OS, featuring a 1.4-inch OLED display (400x400), a MediaTek MT2601 dual-core processor, 512MB of RAM, and 4GB of internal storage. Key characteristics include built-in GPS, heart rate monitoring, and an IP67 water resistance rating, with the S model specifically integrating its GPS antenna into the non-replaceable breathable strap for improved sports accuracy. Main pros include their lightweight award-winning design, compatibility with both Android and iOS, and the inclusion of a built-in microphone and speaker for Google Assistant and calls. However, notable cons include the lack of NFC for mobile payments, an absence of ambient light sensors for auto-brightness, and a relatively modest battery life that typically requires nightly charging.

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