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Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£300Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:1 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 11 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Technical score

30%

7.5

Review score ( 4 · 7)

Review score 30% · 7.5 · based on 11 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.
▼Worse than 56% of smartwatches
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

24%

2.5

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

3.5

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

7.6

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

4.3

Hardware

▼Worse than 57% of smartwatches
7.5

Review score

Review score
7.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Grades by review (11)
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
2

17.2%

8.0

t3.com

13.8%

9.8

root-nation.com

≈ estimated
1

13.8%

8.0

techbuzzireland.com

Video reviews 5

6.9%

8.0

Jim O Brien Tech techbuzzireland

6.9%

8.0

ASBYT

6.9%

6.0

Hayes Tech

6.9%

4.0

VoloKin Project

3.4%

8.0

Matthew

estimated from the review
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 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.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 60% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

24%

2.5

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

3.5

Battery

14%

6.9

Smart features

12%

7.6

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

4.3

Hardware

5.9
Review score
Review score
7.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Grades by review (11)
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
2

17.2%

8.0

t3.com

13.8%

9.8

root-nation.com

≈ estimated
1

13.8%

8.0

techbuzzireland.com

Video reviews 5

6.9%

8.0

Jim O Brien Tech techbuzzireland

6.9%

8.0

ASBYT

6.9%

6.0

Hayes Tech

6.9%

4.0

VoloKin Project

3.4%

8.0

Matthew

estimated from the review
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 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.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.5
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 72% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

8.9

Price

7.2
Brand name
Motorola
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
▼ 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
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
1 day
Battery life
1 days
▼ 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.
Battery life in training mode
4 h
Battery life in training mode
4 h
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 4 h in training mode which is shorter than 94.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.4% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
4 h
Battery life with GPS on
4 h
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 4 h with GPS on which is shorter than 94.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.4% of smartwatches.
Battery power
328 mAh
Battery power
328 mAh
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 328 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 59.6% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.3% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
60 min
Charge time
60 min
▲ 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
▲ 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.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
▼ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.2 inch
Screen size
1.2 inch
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
▲ Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
390x 390
Resolution
390x 390
▲ Better than 61% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 390x390 which is higher than that of 60.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Pixel density
460 ppi
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 79.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
▼ 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.
Processor model
Snapdragon Wear 3100
Processor model
Snapdragon Wear 3100
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
▲ Better than 31% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 8 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 67.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 12.1% 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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What reviewers say

Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    ▲ 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
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    ▲ 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
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 134 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    460 ppi
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (460 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More advanced processor model
    Processor model
    Snapdragon Wear 3100
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Snapdragon Wear 3,100 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 16 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    4 h
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (4 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    4 h vs 20 h
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    ▼ 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.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 15.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    4 h
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (4 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    4 h vs 19.25 h
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£300 vs £130).
    £300 vs £130
  • 4.7% worse value for money
    Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.18 vs 7.5).
    7.18 vs 7.52
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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.
  • 16 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    4 h
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (4 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    4 h vs 20 h
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    ▼ 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.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 15.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    4 h
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (4 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    4 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP67
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    Water resistance is listed as 5ATM (ATM/pressure rating, not an official IP code).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • 20 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    30 m
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    3 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    30 m vs 50 m
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 7 g heavier weight
    Weight
    52.0 g
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (52 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    52.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2019
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    December 2019
    2019 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

6.0
Hayes Tech
≈ estimated
01/05/2023
Hands-on review · several weeks of daily wear
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is good value, but missing call support makes it hard to recommend except to Motorola fans.
4.0
VoloKin Project
≈ estimated
19/03/2021
Hands-on review · battery, charging and software tests
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is not recommended: the design is appealing, but one-day battery life, weak software and a clunky charger hold it back.
8.0
Jim O Brien Tech techbuzzireland
≈ estimated
18/08/2020
Long-term test · about two weeks of daily use
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is a well-built companion watch that keeps you off your phone, though battery life and price hold it back.
8.0
ASBYT
≈ estimated
31/10/2019
First impressions · 48 hours of pre-production use
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is expected to be one of the best smartwatches of late 2019 and early 2020, though it is pricey.
8.0
Matthew
≈ estimated
11/01/2021
First look · unboxing and setup
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen looks and feels good so far, with a full review to follow after longer use.
9.0
GottaBeMobile
≈ estimated
11/12/2019
First impressions · unboxing and setup
Verdict
Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen's looks and feel impress at first sight, with a fast-charging cradle, though deeper testing is still to come.
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Reviewers like the classy design and handy notifications, but charging, battery life and call quality disappoint.
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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techbuzzireland.com
≈ estimated
25/08/2020
Personal review · Metal Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is a sturdy metal Wear OS watch that works well day to day, though it lacks a standout feature and a speaker.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
11/01/2021
Hands-on review · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is a solid Wear OS watch with a nostalgic look and long battery life, but it doesn't quite match the very best smartwatches.
9.8
root-nation.com
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25/06/2022
Long-term review · Metal Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is a compact metal watch with fast wired charging that suits everyday use, though its battery lasts only about 1.5 days.
6.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
22/06/2020
Lab test · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen has an elegant design and smooth Wear OS menus, but its battery lasts a little over a day and trails rival watches.

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What we like about Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen

  • Premium and stylish classic round design with high-quality stainless steel build
  • Sharp and bright 1.2-inch AMOLED display with always-on capabilities
  • Extremely fast charging, reaching 0-100% in approximately 60 minutes
  • Included value with two interchangeable 20mm straps (leather and silicone) in the box
  • Functional rotating crown and customisable action button for easier navigation
  • Solid fitness tracking features with built-in GPS and heart rate monitoring

What we don't like about Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen

  • Underwhelming battery life, typically lasting only a single day with normal use
  • Lack of a built-in speaker, meaning calls cannot be taken directly on the watch
  • No native sleep tracking functionality included at launch
  • Ditched wireless charging from previous generations for a proprietary magnetic cradle
  • Significant black bezel between the screen and the outer metal ring
  • Higher price point compared to some better-equipped competitors

Verdict

The Motorola Moto 360 3rd Gen is a premium Wear OS smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch circular AMOLED always-on display (390 x 390 resolution) protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and housed in a 42.8mm stainless steel casing. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, it includes essential sensors such as GPS, NFC for Google Pay, and a heart rate monitor, all supported by a 355mAh battery capable of a full charge in just 60 minutes. Main pros include its elegant, 'flat-tire' free design, the inclusion of both leather and silicone straps in the box, and highly responsive performance for its era. However, it suffers from limited battery life that rarely exceeds one day, lacks a built-in speaker for taking calls, and no longer supports the wireless charging found in previous generations, requiring a proprietary magnetic cradle instead.

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