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Motorola Moto 360 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Screen size:1.56 inchBattery life:1 daysDisplay type:LCD

Motorola Moto 360 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 20 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Technical score

30%

7.7

Review score ( 8 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.7 · based on 20 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 29 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–¼Worse than 61% of smartwatches
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

24%

2.9

Health

21%

7.2

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

7.1

Connectivity

9%

5.7

Display & Design

4%

3.0

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 65% of smartwatches
7.7

Review score

Review score
7.7/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Grades by review (20)
8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
1

9.1%

8.0

techradar.com

≈ estimated
1

7.3%

9.0

gsmarena.com

Video reviews 3

3.6%

9.0

Tim Schofield

3.6%

8.0

Marques Brownlee

3.6%

6.0

MobileTechReview

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 51% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Motorola Moto 360

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components:

24%

2.9

Health

21%

7.2

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

7.1

Connectivity

9%

5.7

Display & Design

4%

3.0

Hardware

5.7
Review score
Review score
7.7/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Grades by review (20)
8 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
1

9.1%

8.0

techradar.com

≈ estimated
1

7.3%

9.0

gsmarena.com

Video reviews 3

3.6%

9.0

Tim Schofield

3.6%

8.0

Marques Brownlee

3.6%

6.0

MobileTechReview

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto 360 has a popularity of 7.9 points, which is higher than 67.7% of smartwatches.
7.9
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

60%

6.3

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.2
Brand name
Motorola
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
1 day
Battery life
1 days
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1 days which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
Converted from the reported 24-hour battery life.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
320 mAh
Battery power
320 mAh
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 320 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 57% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1% of smartwatches.
Charge time
60 min
Charge time
60 min
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 60 min which is faster than 82.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 12.1% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Android Wear (1.4).
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
?
Galileo support
?
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.56 inch
Screen size
1.56 inch
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.56 inch which is larger than the screens of 72.5% of smartwatches.
Display type
LCD
Display type
LCD
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartwatch uses a LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 90.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 7.4% of smartwatches.
Resolution
290x 320
Resolution
290x 320
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 290x320 which is lower than that of 62% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
277 ppi
Pixel density
277 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 277 ppi which is lower than that of 71.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
?
RAM
0.5 GB
RAM
0.5 GB
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 0.5 GB of RAM which is smaller than the RAM in 75.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 24.9% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
â–² Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Motorola Moto 360 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Android Wear (1.4).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Supports on-watch route navigation.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Supports on-watch route navigation.
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 0.16 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.56 inch
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.56 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Android Wear (1.4).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from the reported 24-hour battery life.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Motorola Moto 360 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£220 vs £130).
    £220 vs £130
  • 4.1% worse value for money
    Motorola Moto 360 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.23 vs 7.5).
    7.23 vs 7.52
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from the reported 24-hour battery life.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP67
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • 49 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    277 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (277 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    277 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 4 g heavier weight
    Weight
    49.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (49 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    49.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    290 x 320
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 290x320, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    290x320 vs 352x430
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2014
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2014 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2014
    2014 vs 2021
  • 0.5 GB less RAM
    RAM
    0.5 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has less RAM than the average smartwatch (0.5 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 1 GB

Video reviews

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

9.0
Tim Schofield
≈ estimated
30/09/2014
Long-term review · design, battery and navigation tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 would be a top recommendation for anyone shopping for a smartwatch, though its software could still improve.
6.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
16/09/2014
Hands-on review · fitness, navigation and music tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 is an attractive watch, but its features are basic and smartwatches are still a work in progress.
8.0
Marques Brownlee
≈ estimated
15/09/2014
Hands-on review · design, performance and battery
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 is the best pick for buyers who value looks over function, though stutter, nightly charging and Android-only use hold it back.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 9 · 12

Reviewers praise the stylish, comfortable design, but battery life is the big letdown and the software feels limited.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

theverge.com
04/09/2014
Not graded yet
uk.pcmag.com
08/09/2014
Not graded yet
theguardian.com
15/09/2014
Not graded yet
techadvisor.com
04/11/2014
Not graded yet
laptopmedia.com
29/01/2015
Not graded yet
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
15/11/2017
Week-long test · Round smartwatch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 has the best-looking round design of early Android Wear watches, but its poor battery life and slow processor hold it back.
pocket-lint.com
15/09/2014
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forbes.com
15/09/2014
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cnet.com
02/10/2014
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frandroid.com
20/09/2014
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phonandroid.com
14/10/2014
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01net.com
20/10/2014
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lemondenumerique.ouest-france.fr
28/10/2014
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rtl.fr
18/12/2014
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unsimpleclic.com
04/02/2015
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igen.fr
05/11/2014
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justegeek.fr
10/02/2015
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8.0
vonguru.fr
≈ estimated
27/04/2015
Daily use · Round smartwatch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 is a stylish round watch that lasts a full day, but its 'OK Google' voice commands take a while to understand.
9.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
13/04/2015
One-month test · Android Wear
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 looks great and lasts about a day and a half, but 'OK Google' was unreliable, so Android Wear still feels immature.
7.0
profesionalreview.com
≈ estimated
27/10/2015
Full review · Android Wear watch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 has the best design among smartwatches, but its small 320 mAh battery runs out if you stay out past 11pm.
pisapapeles.net
19/12/2014
Not graded yet
droidpanic.com
18/01/2015
Not graded yet
xataka.com
29/09/2014
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thegroyne.com
06/11/2014
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correrunamaraton.com
16/01/2015
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es.gizmodo.com
25/06/2014
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tweakers.net
08/11/2014
Not graded yet
androidworld.nl
06/10/2014
Not graded yet
6.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
03/06/2016
Reader reviews · Android Wear watch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 looks handsome but is only average in use, with a short battery, wireless-only charging and an unpredictable heart rate sensor.

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What we like about Motorola Moto 360

  • Premium and classic round watch design that looks like a traditional timepiece
  • High-quality materials, including stainless steel cases and Horween leather straps
  • Bright and sharp displays (especially the AMOLED on later generations)
  • Convenient charging options, such as the original's wireless Qi cradle and later fast-charging
  • Included secondary silicone straps for fitness use in later models
  • Helpful hardware features like the rotating crown for easy navigation

What we don't like about Motorola Moto 360

  • Underwhelming battery life, often requiring a charge every single night
  • The 'flat tyre' black bar at the bottom of the screen on earlier models
  • Inconsistent software performance and occasional sluggishness with Wear OS
  • Heart rate and GPS accuracy can be variable during high-intensity workouts
  • Bulky casing that may feel too thick on smaller wrists
  • Lack of advanced health features like built-in sleep tracking or a speaker on some models

Verdict

The Motorola Moto 360 (3rd Gen) is a premium Wear OS smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch circular AMOLED always-on display with 390x390 resolution and a stainless steel 42.8mm casing. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 chipset, 1GB of RAM, and 8GB of internal storage, providing a smooth interface for Google Assistant and mobile payments via NFC. Key pros include its classic, high-quality design with interchangeable leather and silicone straps, 3ATM water resistance for swimming, and an industry-leading fast-charging 355mAh battery that reaches 100% in 60 minutes. However, it faces some drawbacks, such as a relatively short battery life of approximately 24 hours, the lack of a built-in speaker for calls, and no native sleep tracking functionality.

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