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Pebble Time review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110Screen size:1.25 inchBattery life:7 daysDisplay type:E-Ink

Pebble Time Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 82 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Pebble Time
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

35%

4.8

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

10

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 51% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 51%
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 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%

2.1

Health

21%

7.2

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

5.8

Smart features

12%

3.0

Connectivity

9%

6.3

Display & Design

4%

2.4

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 89%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

9.5

Popularity

Grades by review (82)
36 reviews + 46 videos, average 7.6/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 51%
?

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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £110
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 Pebble Time

Based on 9 · 11

Battery life and comfortable design win reviewers over, while flimsy build, a dull screen and weak voice replies hold it back.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Pebble Time

Based on 197 owners sharing their experience in online comments

70%positive13%mixed17%negative

Owners prize the long battery life and simple, glanceable design, while small screens, scratches, and limited replies frustrate them.

What owners dislike

  • The small screen with its bezel is hard to read for some owners, and the e-paper display looks dim or low in contrast in dim rooms.10
  • Some owners report the screen going black, delaminating or failing after a few months, including after water exposure or a drop.8
  • On iPhone, owners cannot reply to messages by voice or with canned responses, which limits notification use.7
  • Some owners get only 2 to 4 days of battery instead of the advertised weeks, especially with the heart rate sensor or seconds display on.6
  • The metal bezel scratches easily during normal use, and owners report deep scratches within days.6
  • Buttons are stiff and hard to press, and some owners say they hurt their fingers or become sticky over time.4
  • Some owners find the small, plasticky design toy-like and unattractive compared with other smartwatches.4
  • Some owners feel the price is too high for the features, especially with the scratch-prone bezel.4
  • Menus and watch faces are hard to set up, and owners cannot delete default watch faces or remove unwanted faces.4
  • Owners worry about long-term support and the planned server shutdown, and the company's support is seen as unhelpful.4

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

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Pebble Time

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

24%

2.1

Health

21%

7.2

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

5.8

Smart features

12%

3.0

Connectivity

9%

6.3

Display & Design

4%

2.4

Hardware

4.8
Reviews score
8.0
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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.8
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.7% 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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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Gyroscope listed as 6-axis motion sensor.
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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What reviewers say
Battery life
7 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 7 days on a charge, which is longer than 36.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 15.9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
140 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 140 mAh battery, which is smaller than 96.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Pebble OS
This smartwatch runs Pebble OS, which is less advanced than the system in 53.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.8% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
?
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
1.25 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.25 inch screen, which is smaller than 83.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.2% of Smartwatches.
Display type
E-Ink
This smartwatch uses E-Ink, which is less advanced than the screen in 97.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
144x 168
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 144x168 which is lower than that of 95.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
177 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 177 ppi, which is lower than 97% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.1 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.1 GHz which is slower than that in 87.6% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2.3% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0 GB of internal storage, which is less than 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 23.5% of Smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
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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Pebble Time vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 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
  • 2.2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 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.
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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 51% of models

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (82)
    36 reviews + 46 videos, average 7.6/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 33.3% higher sentiment score
    10.0 vs 7.5
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 15 °C higher heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a higher temperature than the average smartwatch (60 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    60 °C vs 45 °C
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, polycarbonate for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, polycarbonate vs polycarbonate
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 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 51% of models

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (82)
    36 reviews + 46 videos, average 7.6/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 33.3% higher sentiment score
    10.0 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.
  • 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
  • 2.2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 15 °C higher heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a higher temperature than the average smartwatch (60 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    60 °C vs 45 °C
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, polycarbonate for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, polycarbonate vs polycarbonate
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 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.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (E-Ink vs AMOLED).
    E-Ink vs AMOLED
  • 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 multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 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 heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 6 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2015
    2015 vs 2021
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 87 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (3 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    3 vs 90
  • 5,534 m lower altitude rating
    This smartwatch has a lower altitude rating than the average smartwatch (3,000 m vs 8,534 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 8,534 m.
    3,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • 165 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (140 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    140 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 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
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (E-Ink vs AMOLED).
    E-Ink vs AMOLED
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IPX7 vs IP68).
    Water resistance is listed as 5ATM (ATM/pressure rating, not an official IP code).
    IPX7 vs IP68
  • 20 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    3 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    30 m vs 50 m
  • 0.15 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.25 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 144x168, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    144x168 vs 360x360
  • 149 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (177 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    177 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • No touchscreen
    This smartwatch does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.5% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
  • 2.1 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (47.1 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    47.1 mm vs 45 mm
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • Slower CPU speed
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.1 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.1 GHz vs 1 GHz

Video reviews

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

7.0
Tekniikkaluola
≈ estimated
14/10/2026
Revival test · reconnecting a 2015 watch to a phone
Verdict
Pebble Time is fun and nostalgic and still works, but it lacks heart rate tracking and other modern features.
9.0
Your Friend Owen
≈ estimated
17/02/2025
Long-term use review · 2025 daily use and setup
Verdict
Pebble Time remains a solid retro minimalist watch in 2025, but the iOS setup is a hassle.
8.0
Vids Tube
≈ estimated
08/06/2022
Retrospective review · eight years of use, features and battery
Verdict
Pebble Time is still a strong early smartwatch with great battery life, though support has ended and fitness features are missing.
8.0
OSReviews
≈ estimated
27/07/2018
Revisited review · app, games and battery tests
Verdict
Pebble Time is still an excellent notification watch with a unique personality, though a rival model suits buyers who want long-term support better.
8.0
Creative Burst Mode
≈ estimated
08/05/2018
Hands-on review · battery, comfort and notification use
Verdict
Pebble Time is still worth it as a cheap, long-lasting basic smartwatch, though its future support is uncertain.
7.0
Tech Chef
≈ estimated
10/04/2017
Hands-on review · battery, firmware and feature tests
Verdict
Pebble Time is worth buying only at a good price, mainly as a first smartwatch, given its limited battery and uncertain support.
5.0
EpicReviewGuys
≈ estimated
20/02/2017
Long-term use · setup, notifications and support outlook
Verdict
Pebble Time is enjoyable to use again, but with the company closed, it is hard to recommend buying one now.
9.0
Tech Jamo
✓ explicit
13/02/2017
Hands-on review · daily use and feature tests
Verdict
Pebble Time is still a strong pick at a low used price, with long battery life and simple everyday features.
9.5
Tjaša Joksimović
≈ estimated
20/10/2016
Long-term test · one year of daily use
Verdict
Pebble Time is still worth every penny after a year, with some bezel scratches and no real doubts left.
9.0
itechmonster
≈ estimated
16/01/2016
Long-term test · six months of daily use
Verdict
Pebble Time has kept me happy after six months and is recommended even if you don't want a smartwatch.
9.5
RandomTech887
≈ estimated
11/01/2016
Long-term test · one month of daily use
Verdict
Pebble Time has excellent battery life and looks great, with a few minor drawbacks.
9.0
Tim Schofield
≈ estimated
17/11/2015
Long-term review · five months of use
Verdict
Pebble Time is a good, discreet wearable for newcomers, with smooth syncing and quick performance.
More graded video reviews (17)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.8
theverge.com
✓ explicit
27/05/2015
Everyday use review · Color smartwatch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is mostly a better Pebble, a good smartwatch for fans of the old models but a hard sell for anyone not yet convinced by smartwatches.
6.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
27/05/2015
Full review · Timeline smartwatch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a simple, long-lasting timeline watch that suits Android users, while iPhone owners should look elsewhere.
9.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
04/06/2015
Everyday use review · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is one of the easiest smartwatches to live with on Android, though Android Wear watches do more and can silence the phone.
7.0
starkinsider.com
✓ explicit
07/06/2015
Long-term test · Early Kickstarter unit
Verdict
The Pebble Time is superb outdoors and lasts long between charges, but early units had charging and Bluetooth problems, so the Pebble Steel may be the better choice.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
10/06/2015
Hands-on review · Color e-paper watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a no-fuss smartwatch with an always-on color screen and long battery life, held back by a few software glitches.
7.0
jmcomms.com
≈ estimated
18/06/2015
Personal review · Simple notification watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a simple watch that always shows the time, lasts several days and suits anyone who wants notifications rather than apps.
8.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
09/07/2015
Everyday review · Color e-paper watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a fun, light, waterproof watch that works with iPhone and Android, but its plasticky look and all-or-nothing notifications hold it back.
7.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
30/03/2016
Full review · Notification watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a light, easy-to-use notification watch with good music control and sleep tracking, suited to people who want alerts rather than apps.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
07/12/2016
Full review · Multi-day battery
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a solid first smartwatch that lasts several days and handles notifications and voice replies well, though it's no fitness tracker.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
07/12/2016
Hands-on review · Voice-reply smartwatch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a solid, colorful starting point for smartwatches, with days of battery life and voice replies, but gives existing Pebble owners little reason to upgrade.
9.0
talkandroid.com
≈ estimated
04/10/2015
Long-term review · E-paper smartwatch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a reliable, button-driven e-paper watch that lasts about four days on heavy use, best suited to notifications rather than fitness.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
20/07/2015
Lab test · Color e-paper watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time outlasts the 38mm Apple Watch on battery and works with iPhone and Android, though its screen struggles in sunlight.
7.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
10/09/2015
Hands-on test · Button-driven timeline
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a comfortable, compact watch with a distinctive button-driven timeline, but its screen is weak in dim light and its app choice is thin.
7.0
spiegel.de
≈ estimated
25/06/2015
Hands-on test · Retro smartwatch
Verdict
The Pebble Time suits retro-look fans who want a readable, long-lasting watch, though its dim screen and basic fitness tracking hold it back.
8.0
heise.de
≈ estimated
22/06/2015
Hands-on test · Color e-paper watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a quick, long-lasting color e-paper watch for Android and iPhone users, but iPhone owners get far fewer reply options.
6.0
basicthinking.de
≈ estimated
05/10/2015
Updated test · Steel edition
Verdict
The Pebble Time Steel is well built and reads well in sunlight, but its screen looks dark indoors and its square case has thick borders.
7.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
07/07/2015
Full review · Color e-ink display
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a light, water-resistant watch with a 64-color e-ink screen that stays readable in sunlight, though its plastic look can seem childish.
6.0
geeko.lesoir.be
≈ estimated
18/08/2015
Review · Color e-ink watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a fun e-ink watch for geeks, with a color screen and many watchfaces, but its short battery life and few apps hold it back.
9.0
lefigaro.fr
≈ estimated
09/07/2015
Hands-on test · Simple daily use
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a simple, waterproof watch that lasts about a week and works with Apple and Android phones, though it isn't the most stylish.
8.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
16/07/2015
Hands-on test · Color e-paper screen
Verdict
The Pebble Time is a simple, durable watch with a readable screen and long battery life, though its backlight needs a deliberate wrist movement.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Pebble Time

  • Excellent battery life, often lasting 4-7 days on a single charge.
  • Always-on color e-paper display that is highly readable in direct sunlight.
  • Extremely comfortable and lightweight design with a slightly curved body.
  • Large ecosystem of community-developed apps and customizable watch faces.
  • Water-resistant up to 30-50 meters, making it suitable for showering and swimming.
  • Cross-platform compatibility, working with both Android and iOS devices.
  • Intuitive physical button-based navigation and 'Timeline' interface for managing schedules.

What customers don't like about Pebble Time

  • The 64-color e-paper display can appear dim, low-resolution, and washed out indoors or in low light.
  • Large bezels relative to the small screen size make the design feel somewhat dated or 'toy-like'.
  • Lacks advanced hardware features found in modern rivals, such as a touchscreen, heart rate monitor, or built-in GPS.
  • The polycarbonate (plastic) body and screen are prone to scratching relatively easily.
  • Voice-to-text functionality can be limited or inconsistent, especially for iOS users compared to Android.
  • Proprietary magnetic charging cable is necessary and can sometimes disconnect easily.

Verdict

The Pebble Time is a lightweight smartwatch featuring an always-on 1.25-inch 64-color e-paper display with a 144x168 resolution and Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Housed in a 9.5mm thin polycarbonate case with a marine-grade stainless steel bezel, it is powered by an ARM Cortex-M4 processor and includes a built-in microphone for voice replies, a 6-axis accelerometer, and water resistance up to 30 meters. Its primary advantages are an exceptional 7-day battery life, excellent outdoor readability, and a unique timeline-based interface compatible with both Android and iOS. However, common drawbacks include a relatively dim display in low-light conditions, muted color saturation compared to LCD alternatives, and a thick bezel that occupies a significant portion of the watch face.

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