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Pebble Time Round Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200Screen size:1.00 inchBattery life:2 daysDisplay type:MIP LCD

Pebble Time Round Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.4

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

4.7

Technical score

30%

7.0

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.0 · based on 22 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. 14 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–¼Worse than 92% of smartwatches
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

24%

2.1

Health

21%

6.0

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

5.8

Smart features

12%

3.0

Connectivity

9%

6.7

Display & Design

4%

3.9

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 91% of smartwatches
7.0

Review score

Review score
7.0/ 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.
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
3

8.2%

7.0

uk.pcmag.com

8.2%

6.0

techradar.com

8.2%

6.0

trustedreviews.com

Video reviews 9

3.3%

9.0

Android Authority

3.3%

9.0

Android Advice & Tutorials

3.3%

8.0

Digit

3.3%

8.0

minitwatch

3.3%

7.0

Tom’s Guide

1.6%

9.0

RockIT Tech

1.6%

8.0

TechDaily

1.6%

7.0

Technology Smash

1.6%

7.0

TechCrunch

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 81% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Pebble Time Round

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

24%

2.1

Health

21%

6.0

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

5.8

Smart features

12%

3.0

Connectivity

9%

6.7

Display & Design

4%

3.9

Hardware

4.7
Review score
Review score
7.0/ 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.
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
3

8.2%

7.0

uk.pcmag.com

8.2%

6.0

techradar.com

8.2%

6.0

trustedreviews.com

Video reviews 9

3.3%

9.0

Android Authority

3.3%

9.0

Android Advice & Tutorials

3.3%

8.0

Digit

3.3%

8.0

minitwatch

3.3%

7.0

Tom’s Guide

1.6%

9.0

RockIT Tech

1.6%

8.0

TechDaily

1.6%

7.0

Technology Smash

1.6%

7.0

TechCrunch

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.0
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
Pebble Time Round has a popularity of 8.1 points, which is higher than 70.8% of smartwatches.
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

5.4

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

6.6
Brand name
Pebble
Heart rate monitor
no
Heart rate monitor
no
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 89.6% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ 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
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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Battery life
2 days
Battery life
2 days
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2 days which is shorter than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
?
Charge time
60 min
Charge time
60 min
â–² 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.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 60 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Pebble OS
Operating system
Pebble OS
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
This smartwatch runs Pebble OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 52.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 0.9% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1 inch
Screen size
1 inch
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1 inch which is smaller than the screens of 97.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display type
MIP LCD
Display type
MIP LCD
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This smartwatch uses a MIP LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 60% of smartwatches and the same as that of 5% of smartwatches.
Resolution
180x 180
Resolution
180x 180
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 180x180 which is lower than that of 92.8% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
255 ppi
Pixel density
255 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 255 ppi which is lower than that of 79.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.1 GHz
CPU speed
0.1 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.1 GHz which is slower than that in 87.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2.4% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Internal storage
0 GB
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 0 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.4% of smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
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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Pebble Time Round vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² 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.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–² 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
  • 17 g lighter weight
    Weight
    28.0 g
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (28 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    28.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 4.1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    7.50 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (7.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    7.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather, stainless steel
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather strap; stainless steel mesh or link versions were also sold
    leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Pebble OS
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² 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
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² 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.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–² 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
  • 17 g lighter weight
    Weight
    28.0 g
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (28 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    28.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 4.1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    7.50 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (7.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    7.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather, stainless steel
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather strap; stainless steel mesh or link versions were also sold
    leather, stainless steel vs silicone
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² 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
  • 6.5 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    38.5 mm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (38.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    38.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 15 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    60.0 °C
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (60 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    60.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² 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 operating system
    Operating system
    Pebble OS
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ 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 GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 13.8% worse value for money
    Pebble Time Round has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.61 vs 7.5).
    6.61 vs 7.52
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Pebble Time Round is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£200 vs £130).
    £200 vs £130
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ 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 heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • 78 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (2 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    2 vs 80
  • 5,534 m lower max altitude
    Maximum altitude
    3,000 m
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <3k m – >9.1k m
    This smartwatch supports a lower maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (3000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8534 m.
    3,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IPX7
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IPX7 vs IP68).
    IPX7 vs IP68
  • 30 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    20 m
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (20 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    20 m vs 50 m
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    MIP LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartwatch uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    MIP LCD vs AMOLED
  • 0.4 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.00 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.00 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    180 x 180
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 180x180, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    180x180 vs 352x430
  • 71 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    255 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (255 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    255 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • No touchscreen
    Touch screen
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartwatch does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.3% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No passcode
    Passcode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No camera remote
    Camera remote control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.6% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 6 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2015
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    November 2015
    2015 vs 2021
  • Slower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    0.1 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.1 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.1 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 4 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    No local user storage for apps/media
    0 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

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

8.0
Digit
≈ estimated
19/05/2016
Hands-on review · design, battery and app tests
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is a good overall value for the price, especially for minimalists who want a simple, light watch.
8.0
minitwatch
≈ estimated
30/12/2015
Long hands-on review · measurements and app tests
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is a slim, stylish watch that suits most wrists, though large wrists and silent alerts are drawbacks.
7.0
Tom’s Guide
≈ estimated
01/12/2015
Hands-on review · pros, cons and daily use
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is a watch I would wear daily, but its limits make the price hard to justify right now.
9.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
25/11/2015
Hands-on review · design, battery and software
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is a good pick for almost anyone who doesn't need heart rate tracking or calls.
9.0
Android Advice & Tutorials
≈ estimated
17/11/2015
Hands-on overview · design, buttons, battery and voice replies
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is probably the reviewer's favorite smartwatch right now, despite losing water resistance and battery life.
9.0
RockIT Tech
≈ estimated
18/11/2015
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is a thin, comfortable everyday watch with long battery life, though only splash resistant.
7.0
Technology Smash
≈ estimated
11/11/2015
Unboxing and setup · first impressions
Verdict
Pebble Time Round looks good and feels very comfortable on the wrist, with a full review to follow.
8.0
TechDaily
≈ estimated
08/11/2015
Unboxing · first impressions and size
Verdict
Pebble Time Round suits anyone who wants the smallest, simplest smartwatch, though its size and bezels disappoint.
7.0
TechCrunch
≈ estimated
05/11/2015
Short hands-on review · first smartwatch impressions
Verdict
Pebble Time Round is a comfortable watch that tells the time well, but it isn't life-changing.
Hands-on video, no verdict

What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers adore the slim, stylish design, but complain about short battery life, poor water resistance and limited apps and watch faces.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

cnet.com
05/11/2015
Not graded yet
wired.com
05/11/2015
Not graded yet
newatlas.com
10/11/2015
Not graded yet
stuff.tv
07/12/2015
Not graded yet
pcworld.com
10/12/2015
Not graded yet
gizmodo.com
05/11/2015
Not graded yet
geekdad.com
09/02/2016
Not graded yet
6.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
30/03/2016
Full review · Slim, light design
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round looks like a real watch and handles notifications well, but its two-day battery and easily scratched screen let it down.
6.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
21/06/2016
Full review · Lightest Pebble yet
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round is very comfortable and the best-looking Pebble yet, but its short battery and patchy app support may steer you toward the Pebble Time Steel.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
07/12/2016
Full review · Classic leather watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round has the best look of any Pebble, but its two-day battery and app gaps make the Pebble Time the safer choice.
theverge.com
05/11/2015
Not graded yet
pcmag.com
07/12/2016
Not graded yet
arstechnica.com
21/11/2015
Not graded yet
7.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
13/04/2016
Full test · Watch-like round design
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round looks like a normal wristwatch at just 7.5mm thick, but its battery and water resistance trail the square Pebble Time.
computerbild.de
23/12/2015
Not graded yet
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
≈ estimated
15/12/2031
Full test · Slim, round watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round is a thin, light watch with a sunlight-readable screen, but its two-day battery falls well short of other Pebbles.
6.8
01net.com
✓ explicit
16/01/2020
Full review · Stylish with less stamina
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round is a light, stylish watch that suits small wrists, but its battery barely lasts three days and its apps are basic.
lesoir.be
19/02/2016
Not graded yet
9.0
lefigaro.fr
≈ estimated
16/02/2027
Full test · Elegant alternative watch
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round is a slim, elegant alternative to other smartwatches, with a good always-on screen, but it lasts only about two days.
6.0
hablandodemanzanas.com
≈ estimated
22/09/2016
One-week test · Paired with iPhone
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round is a slim watch that works more as a watch than a smartwatch on iPhone, since replies are very limited.
smartworld.it
19/11/2015
Not graded yet
9.0
macitynet.it
≈ estimated
18/05/2016
Full review · Sunlight-readable screen
Verdict
The Pebble Time Round is a classic-looking watch with a screen that stays readable in sunlight, best used with Android for voice replies.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about Pebble Time Round

  • Extremely thin and lightweight design (7.5mm thick)
  • Attractive, traditional watch aesthetic that appeals to both men and women
  • Always-on color e-paper display is easily readable in direct sunlight
  • Fast charging capability (15 minutes of charging provides one day of use)
  • User-friendly 'Timeline' interface for managing notifications and events
  • Highly accurate voice-to-text dictation for replying to messages
  • Comfortable fit, even on smaller wrists with 14mm and 20mm band options

What we don't like about Pebble Time Round

  • Significant drop in battery life compared to other Pebble models (approx. 2 days vs. 7-10 days)
  • Limited water resistance (IPX7 rating); only splash-proof and not suitable for swimming
  • Large bezel around the screen makes the actual display area feel small
  • Compatibility issues with many older Pebble apps and watch faces due to the circular screen
  • Screen can appear dim indoors or in low-light conditions without the backlight
  • Considered expensive relative to its features compared to more powerful competitors
  • Lack of advanced health sensors like a heart rate monitor or built-in GPS

Verdict

The Pebble Time Round is a notably slim and lightweight smartwatch, featuring a 38.5mm marine-grade stainless steel case that is only 7.5mm thick and weighs approximately 28–32 grams. It is equipped with a 1-inch, 64-color always-on e-paper display (180 x 180 resolution) protected by 2.5D Gorilla Glass, and includes a built-in microphone for voice dictation. Main pros include its comfortable, classic watch aesthetic, exceptional readability in direct sunlight, and a fast-charging capability that provides a full day of power in just 15 minutes. However, its primary cons are a significantly reduced battery life of only 2 days—far shorter than previous Pebble models—as well as a large surrounding bezel, limited IPX7 splash resistance that is not suitable for swimming, and compatibility issues with some older apps designed for rectangular screens.

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