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Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£260Screen size:?Battery life:1 daysDisplay type:IPS LCD

Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 40 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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%

5.8

Technical score

30%

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

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

8.5

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 57% of smartwatches
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 51%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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%

2.9

Health

21%

8.7

Fitness

16%

6.2

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

4.7

Connectivity

9%

7.2

Display & Design

4%

2.8

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 63%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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%

8.0

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (40)
7 reviews + 33 videos, average 8.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 66%
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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.
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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 Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen

Based on 6 · 13

Reviewers like the looks and screen, but the black bar on the display annoys many and battery life divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen

Based on 57 owners sharing their experience in online comments

46%positive15%mixed39%negative

Owners value the battery life, round styling, and handy notifications, while short runtimes and software glitches cause recurring frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report freezing, lag and crashes, and some say Google Assistant and the OK Google voice feature stopped working after updates.10
  • Owners say the battery drains in about 4 to 10 hours with normal use, and one says it only lasts until about 5pm.7
  • Owners find the black bar too small and hard to see, and say stock photos do not show it.3
  • Owners say the light build and stainless steel parts feel cheap, and the steel gets scratched easily and the vibration is loud.3

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

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

24%

2.9

Health

21%

8.7

Fitness

16%

6.2

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

4.7

Connectivity

9%

7.2

Display & Design

4%

2.8

Hardware

5.8
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.8
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
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
1 day
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 1 day on a charge, which is shorter than 88.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 8.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
310 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 310 mAh battery, which is larger than 51% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.2% of Smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
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.
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.
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
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
?
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartwatch uses IPS LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 70.4% of Smartwatches and equal to 5.9% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
?
Pixel density
?
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 30.1% of smartwatches and equal to that in 30.1% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Snapdragon 400
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon 400 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

Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen 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).
    OS detail: Wear OS (2).
    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.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 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 external monitors over Bluetooth/BLE.
  • 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 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 66% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (40)
    7 reviews + 33 videos, average 8.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 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.
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 66% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (40)
    7 reviews + 33 videos, average 8.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 13.3% higher sentiment score
    8.5 vs 7.5
  • 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.
    Supports external monitors over Bluetooth/BLE.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 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 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 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
  • 1 more microphones
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No 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.
  • 49 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1 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 m vs 50 m
  • No sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 6 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (1 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 2.36x more expensive
    Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£260 vs £110).
    £260 vs £110
  • 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.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • 6 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2015
    2015 vs 2021
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 6 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (1 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 49 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1 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 m vs 50 m
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (IPS LCD vs AMOLED).
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 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

9.0
Dario Prski
≈ estimated
19/12/2018
Software update review · features tested on own watch
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen gets a software update that makes it simpler and more personal, and should keep the three-year-old model useful for another year.
6.0
AshooYashar TV
✓ explicit
12/12/2017
Full review · daily use and feature comparison
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is functional and decent-looking, but weak battery life, an LCD screen and a flat-tire design hold it back.
8.0
AL_Old
≈ estimated
22/08/2016
Long-term test · one week of daily use
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is recommended if you can afford it and want fitness tracking and media controls, but it is not just for telling the time.
7.0
TecworkZ
≈ estimated
14/07/2016
Long-term review · over six months of daily use
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is still a good pick for newcomers to Android Wear, but first-gen owners should wait.
8.0
PC-Tablet Media
≈ estimated
22/04/2016
Unboxing and review · a day and a half of use
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a beautiful, fast watch worth considering, but keep your expectations realistic.
8.0
Matthew Moniz
≈ estimated
09/01/2016
Long-term review · months of daily wear and notifications
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a refined, comfortable smartwatch that is not revolutionary and is best for newcomers rather than first-gen owners.
7.0
Digit
≈ estimated
30/12/2015
Hands-on review · build, voice, apps and battery
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is worth considering only for early adopters, as it is pricey and its battery life falls short.
7.0
Inspire2Rise
≈ estimated
01/12/2015
Hands-on review · voice, music, heart rate and watch face tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a nice accessory for your smartphone, though it lacks GPS and its interface still needs work.
9.5
Jeff Springer
≈ estimated
14/11/2015
Full review · daily use, app and fitness tracking
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a favourite Android Wear watch: smooth and comfortable, with great battery life and a large face.
8.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
03/11/2015
Hands-on review · about a month of daily use
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is stylish and customisable for Android Wear fans, though pricey and not a major step up from its predecessor.
9.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
13/10/2015
Full review · design, fitness, voice, battery, software
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a great-looking Android Wear watch, though voice control and battery life hold it back.
8.0
HotHardware
≈ estimated
01/10/2015
Hands-on review · design, heart rate and software
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a more refined and more powerful watch, though heart rate tracking and iPhone use still need work.
More graded video reviews (8)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
medium.com
✓ explicit
05/10/2015
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Moto 360 (2nd gen) is faster and lasts a full day on one charge, but Android Wear still feels like beta software and fitness tracking is so-so.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
10/03/2017
Full review · Customisable round watch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen suits buyers who want a round watch they can personalise, though the leather strap wears quickly when wet.
9.0
droid-life.com
≈ estimated
02/10/2015
Hands-on review · Battery and design
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen still looks like a real watch and has battery life to spare, though its hardware is modest.
7.0
medium.com
≈ estimated
12/02/2017
Personal experience · Watch first
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen works as a daily watch with an always-on screen, but its electronics will likely be replaced in two to three years.
8.0
digit.in
≈ estimated
28/12/2015
Daily use · Battery and design
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen looks attractive and lasts about a day, but its smart features are still limited, so it suits early adopters.
9.0
cravingtech.com
✓ explicit
15/03/2016
Hands-on test · Android Wear watch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen is a good-looking round watch with swappable bands that suits Android users, though Always-On mode drains the battery quickly.
7.8
topdigamma.it
✓ explicit
27/02/2016
Head-to-head test · Everyday use
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen runs Android Wear more smoothly than the Huawei Watch and lasts two days on light use, though it feels less premium.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen

  • Stylish and premium round design that resembles a traditional timepiece.
  • High level of customisation with multiple sizes (42mm and 46mm) and interchangeable bands.
  • Significant performance boost over the 1st Gen due to the Snapdragon 400 processor.
  • Convenient wireless charging dock that doubles as a bedside clock.
  • Improved battery life compared to its predecessor, often lasting a full day or more.
  • Bright LCD screen that remains legible in most outdoor conditions.

What customers don't like about Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen

  • Persistent 'flat tyre' black bar at the bottom of the display for the ambient light sensor.
  • Lacks a built-in speaker, preventing users from answering calls directly on the watch.
  • LCD panel lacks the vibrancy and deep blacks of competing AMOLED displays.
  • Limited functionality and no app store access when paired with iOS devices.
  • Heart rate and step tracking sensors are sometimes noted for inconsistent accuracy.
  • Absence of NFC and GPS (except on the specific Sport model) limits standalone utility.

Verdict

The Motorola Moto 360 (2nd Gen) is a refined Android Wear smartwatch available in 42mm and 46mm stainless steel cases, featuring a circular IPS LCD protected by Gorilla Glass 3 with resolutions up to 360x330 (233-263 ppi). Under the hood, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage, and an IP67 water-resistance rating. Main pros include its classic, highly customizable design with quick-release lugs, improved performance over its predecessor, and convenient wireless Qi charging. However, it retains the controversial 'flat tire' black bar at the bottom of the screen to house the ambient light sensor, and battery life remains relatively short, typically requiring daily charging despite improvements to its 300mAh or 400mAh capacity.

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