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Noise Scout Kids Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:3 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Noise Scout Kids Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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Score components

70%

5.2

Technical score

30%

7.4

Review score ( 0 · 2)

Review score 30% · 7.4 · based on 2 videos
2 videos count as 1 of the 5 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–¼Worse than 80% of smartwatches
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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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Score components

24%

4.0

Health

21%

4.9

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

5.9

Connectivity

9%

5.2

Display & Design

4%

7.9

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 82% of smartwatches
7.4

Review score

Review score
7.4/ 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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Grades by review (2)
2 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.
Video reviews 2
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 65% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Noise Scout Kids

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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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Score components:

24%

4.0

Health

21%

4.9

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

5.9

Connectivity

9%

5.2

Display & Design

4%

7.9

Hardware

5.2
Review score
Review score
7.4/ 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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Grades by review (2)
2 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.
Video reviews 2
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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
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Popularity:
Noise Scout Kids has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 66.4% of smartwatches.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.1
Brand name
Noise
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
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
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 70% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
no
Distance tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support distance tracking. 96% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
3 days
Battery life
3 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 3 days which is shorter than that of 74.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
72 h
Battery life in training mode
72 h
This smartwatch lasts 72 h in training mode which is longer than 96.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.5% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
470 mAh
Battery power
470 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 470 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 88.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.6% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
Nano-SIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.4 inch
Screen size
1.4 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.4 inch which is larger than the screens of 48.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
This smartwatch uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 74.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.9% of smartwatches.
Resolution
184x 240
Resolution
184x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 184x240 which is lower than that of 92.5% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
216 ppi
Pixel density
216 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 216 ppi which is lower than that of 89.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
550 nits
Display brightness
550 nits
This smartwatch reaches 550 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 61.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 7.7% of smartwatches.
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 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
?
External memory slot
no
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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Noise Scout Kids vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 52.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    72 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (72 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    72 h vs 19.25 h
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 170 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    470 mAh days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (470 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    470 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Built-in camera
    Camera megapixels
    yes MP
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 2% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • 2.89x cheaper
    Noise Scout Kids is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£45 vs £130).
    £45 vs £130
  • 52.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    72 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (72 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    72 h vs 19.25 h
  • 170 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    470 mAh days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (470 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    470 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Kid-friendly design
    Kid-friendly design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a kid-friendly design, the average smartwatch does not. 1.6% of smartwatches have a kid-friendly design.
    Kid-focused model with child-specific controls/features.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • Built-in camera
    Camera megapixels
    yes MP
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 2% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 6.1% worse value for money
    Noise Scout Kids has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.08 vs 7.5).
    7.08 vs 7.52
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    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
    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
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No distance tracking
    Distance tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support distance tracking, the average smartwatch does. 95.9% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
  • 4 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    3 days
    This smartwatch offers 3 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    3 days vs 7 days
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.1
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.1 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    184 x 240
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 184x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    184x240 vs 352x430
  • 110 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    216 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (216 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    216 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 50 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    550 nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (550 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    550 nits vs 600 nits
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • 0.4 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.00 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    12.00 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 2 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.0 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No phone finder
    Phone finder
    no
    This smartwatch does not include phone finder, the average smartwatch does. 96% of smartwatches include phone finder.
  • No vibration alerts
    Vibrating alerts
    no
    This smartwatch does not support vibrating alerts, the average smartwatch does. 99.4% of smartwatches support vibrating alerts.
  • 3 MP lower main megapixels
    Camera megapixels
    2 MP
    This smartwatch has a lower main camera resolution than the average smartwatch (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average smartwatch camera reaches 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP

Video reviews

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

9.0
Aman Dhingra
≈ estimated
12/03/2023
Hands-on review · features, app and built-in games
Verdict
Noise Scout Kids has basic features but is a good pick for parents who want safety tracking and contact with their child.
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

Third-party reviews

What we like about Noise Scout Kids

  • Effective real-time GPS tracking for child safety
  • Supports two-way 4G voice and video calling between parents and children
  • Emergency SOS button for immediate alerts to parents
  • Vibrant 1.4-inch touch display that is clear in sunlight
  • Durable design with comfortable, child-friendly silicone straps
  • Budget-friendly price point for the feature set provided

What we don't like about Noise Scout Kids

  • Regional lock issues; many report it only works reliably in India or with Indian SIM cards
  • Location tracking can be inaccurate, sometimes off by significant distances
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity, forcing constant reliance on 4G data
  • Battery life can be poor with heavy GPS or call usage, often requiring daily charging
  • Reports of a difficult-to-navigate user interface and buggy parent app
  • Inflexible 'Study Mode' that can block emergency SOS calls when active
  • Poor customer service experiences regarding repairs and spare parts

Verdict

The Noise Scout is a 4G-enabled kids' smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch LCD touchscreen with a 240x184 resolution and a durable IP68 water-resistant build. Key characteristics include real-time assisted GPS tracking, two-way voice and video calling via a nano SIM, a 2MP camera, and a 680mAh battery offering up to 3 days of life. Its main pros are the comprehensive safety features like the dedicated SOS button, 500m circular 'Safe Zone' geofencing alerts, and a 'School Mode' to minimize distractions. However, some users report cons such as inconsistent GPS accuracy, limited functionality outside of India, and significant battery drain when features like video calling are used frequently.

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