Bulaland · 14/08/2026
Two-week everyday test · battery, smart features and fitness
OnePlus Watch 4 offers great battery life and smooth Wear OS performance, but only mid-pack fitness tracking for serious training.
Likes- Battery life is excellent for a Wear OS watch
- Smooth operation and Google apps work cleanly
- Good speaker and contactless payment with Google Pay
- Comfortable to wear, even while sleeping
Dislikes- Fitness tracking and GPS are only mid-pack
- Messaging needs contacts and other permissions set up in the health app
- Microphones are fine but nothing special
HardReset_info Deutsch · 24/06/2026
First look · unboxing, build and comparison with Watch 3
OnePlus Watch 4 is still a great watch and one of the best smartwatches, though the Watch 3 may be better value.
Likes- Robust case with a titanium frame and sapphire glass
- Brighter display than the Watch 3
- Standard straps that are easy to swap
- Good battery life and a portable charging option
Dislikes- Nearly the same watch as the Watch 3, with only small changes
- Processor not upgraded, even though a newer Snapdragon chip exists
- Features held back to push sales of the next model
NanospeedGameplays · 09/06/2026
Hands-on review · unboxing, calls and app tests
OnePlus Watch 4 is very well built and suits daily use, though Bluetooth sometimes drops and needs reconnecting.
Likes- Premium build quality and finish
- Full workout metrics, including heart rate, calories and rotations
- Fast-loading app with health, sleep and workout data
- Easy access to watch faces and app settings
Dislikes- Bluetooth connections often fail and need reconnecting
- Microphone sounds quiet and slightly metallic during calls
Alejandro Pérez · 06/06/2026
Hands-on review · battery, sports and app tests
OnePlus Watch 4 is one of the best-value Wear OS watches, with excellent battery life, though its sports app needs work.
Likes- Battery lasting about five days in real use
- Dual-band GPS that locks on quickly and tracks accurately
- Full Wear OS with WhatsApp, Google Wallet and third-party apps
- Magnetic charger that fully charges in about 75 minutes
Dislikes- Sports app less advanced than Garmin or Suunto
- Cannot load routes or pair chest straps
- Photos in WhatsApp notifications only load after the app is opened
- Internal music storage not accessible when connected to a computer
El Rincón de China · 05/06/2026
Hands-on review · a week of use and battery tests
OnePlus Watch 4 is not the best, but it is one of the best Wear OS watches right now and very good value at this price.
Likes- Wear OS support with notifications and smart assistant
- Easy control of music and short-video apps
- Full charge in about 75 minutes with the existing charger
- Good value for the latest generation at this price
Dislikes- Claimed 16 days in eco mode is not reached in practice
- Normal use gives about two and a half days of battery
- Not the best watch in its class
Endrino Reviews TV · 01/06/2026
Hands-on review · several weeks of sports and health tests
OnePlus Watch 4 offers little real difference from the Watch 3, but it is the best Wear OS choice for Android right now.
Likes- Complete sports metrics for skiing, tennis, running and swimming
- 24-hour heart rate and oxygen monitoring with a 60-second health check
- Detailed sleep analysis with breathing rate and sleep stages
- Best value among Wear OS watches for Android
Dislikes- No open-water swimming mode
- No built-in interval training for runs or workouts
- Few changes from the previous Watch 3
- Sleep tracking does not detect sleep apnoea
NanospeedGamer · 31/05/2026
Hands-on test · calls, workouts and first days
OnePlus Watch 4 is well built and pleasant to wear every day, though Bluetooth dropouts and a quiet microphone hold it back.
Likes- Solid, attractive build with a premium feel
- Full workout screen with pace, calories and heart rate
- Clear call audio for the person on the other end
- Easy-to-use app with sleep and step tracking
Dislikes- Bluetooth often needs reconnecting
- Microphone sounds a little quiet and metallic on calls
- Charger not included, only the cable
Eufracio López 502 · 05/05/2026
Hands-on review · five days of use
OnePlus Watch 4 is convincing on battery life and comfort, though the price is high and the speaker needs work.
Likes- Comfortable, lightweight strap
- Battery lasts about five days
- Sleep and heart rate tracking
- Fast charging with the included dock
Dislikes- Speaker sounds muffled on some songs and during calls
- Electrocardiogram feature isn't available in the region
- Calls can only be handled while the phone is connected
- High price
PESKAPECES · 02/06/2026
First look · unboxing, setup and first impressions
OnePlus Watch 4 is almost the same as the Watch 3 with a weaker strap, so it is not worth buying if you already own the 3.
Likes- Quick setup, done in under three minutes
- Slightly smoother performance than the Watch 3
- Watch face with a more military look
Dislikes- Almost identical to the Watch 3 in look and feel
- Strap feels lower quality than the Watch 3 strap
- Battery claim of 16 days not yet verified
HardReset_info French · 24/06/2026
Unboxing · first impressions · comparison with Watch 3
OnePlus Watch 4 is one of the best smartwatches, with excellent battery life and a robust build, though the Watch 3 is nearly identical.
Likes- Robust build
- Excellent battery life
- Standard strap sizes make swapping easy
- Excellent water resistance
Dislikes- The only real upgrade over the Watch 3 is the titanium case
- Same processor as the Watch 3
- The Watch 3 offers nearly the same experience for less money