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  • Avg. price: ~£180
  • Screen size: 1.25 inch
  • Battery life: 10 day/s
  • Display type: MIP LCD

Pebble Time Steel review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

5.3

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

5.3

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

1.9

Health

21.0%

7.7

Fitness

16.0%

7.3

Battery

14.0%

5.8

Smart features

12.0%

3.6

Connectivity

9.0%

6.9

Display & Design

4.0%

5.3

Hardware

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    Best prices

      N/A~ £180

    Best rankings

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Pebble Time Steel

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    5.3
    Pebble Time Steel has a technical score of 5.33 points, which is lower than 77.5% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    Pebble Time Steel has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    5.3

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.6

    Price

    6.6
    Pebble Time Steel has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is lower than 79.5% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Pebble
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not include a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
    Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    10 day/s
    Pebble Time Steel offers a battery life of 10 day/s which is longer than that of 63.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    ?
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    250 mAh
    Pebble Time Steel has a battery capacity of 250 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 70.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.5% of smartwatches.
    Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Pebble OS
    Pebble Time Steel runs Pebble OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 52.6% of smartwatches and the same as that in 0.9% of smartwatches.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    Pebble Time Steel has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Software support appears ended or discontinued.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Pebble Time Steel includes a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.25 inch
    Pebble Time Steel has a screen size of 1.25 inch which is smaller than the screens of 84.4% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    MIP LCD
    Pebble Time Steel uses a MIP LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 61.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 5.2% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    144 x 168
    Pebble Time Steel has a display resolution of 144 x 168 which is lower than that of 94.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    177 ppi
    Pebble Time Steel has a pixel density of 177 ppi which is lower than that of 96.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    0.1 GHz
    Pebble Time Steel 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
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

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    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

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    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    ?
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Pebble Time Steel does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Pebble Time Steel vs the average smartwatch

    • Supports third-party apps
      Pebble Time Steel supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
      What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Pebble Time Steel supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • Stronger display glass
      Pebble Time Steel uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
      What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      Pebble Time Steel uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
    • Has compass
      Pebble Time Steel includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
      What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Pebble Time Steel includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Pebble Time Steel supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
      What it is: Built-in Wi-Fi that lets the watch connect to wireless networks directly.
      When it matters: When you want the watch to work smoothly with your phone and accessories.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Pebble Time Steel supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • 3 day/s longer battery life
      Pebble Time Steel offers 10 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=7 days

      Pebble Time Steel offers 10 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.10 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • More advanced operating system
      Pebble Time Steel runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).
      What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: HIGH

      Pebble Time Steel runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS
    • 1.1 mm thinner watch body
      Pebble Time Steel is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
      What it is: The depth of the watch body from front to back.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=10.9 mm

      Pebble Time Steel is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.10.50 mm vs 11.60 mm
    • Better band material
      Pebble Time Steel uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
      Band material may vary by included strap version or package.
      What it is: The main material used for the watch strap or band.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Pebble Time Steel uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.leather vs silicone
    • 3 day/s longer battery life
      Pebble Time Steel offers 10 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • Has compass
      Pebble Time Steel includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Pebble Time Steel supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Stronger display glass
      Pebble Time Steel uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 1.1 mm thinner watch body
      Pebble Time Steel is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • Better band material
      Pebble Time Steel uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • Better case material
      Pebble Time Steel uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    • Supports third-party apps
      Pebble Time Steel supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • More advanced operating system
      Pebble Time Steel runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Pebble OS vs Proprietary OS).

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    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    • No blood oxygen
      Pebble Time Steel does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No stress monitoring
      Pebble Time Steel does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No heart rate monitor
      Pebble Time Steel does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    • No cycle tracking
      Pebble Time Steel does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No inactivity alerts
      Pebble Time Steel does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 85.7% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
      Inactivity alerts may depend on companion or third-party apps.
    • No smart scales
      Pebble Time Steel does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 56.8% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
    • No route tracking
      Pebble Time Steel does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 75.7% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    • No auto pause
      Pebble Time Steel does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No routes
      Pebble Time Steel does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • 5,534 m lower max altitude
      Pebble Time Steel supports a lower maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (3,000 m vs 8,534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8,534 m.
    • 50 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Pebble Time Steel has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (250 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
      Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
    • No GPS
      Pebble Time Steel does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Pebble Time Steel supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • Basic display type
      Pebble Time Steel uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • 149 ppi lower pixel density
      Pebble Time Steel has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (177 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • Lower resolution
      Pebble Time Steel has a display resolution of 144x 168, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • 0.15 inch smaller screen size
      Pebble Time Steel has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • 20 m lower waterproof depth
      Pebble Time Steel has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      3 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    • 17.3 g heavier weight
      Pebble Time Steel is heavier than the average smartwatch (62.3 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • No touch screen
      Pebble Time Steel does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.8% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
    • No music playback
      Pebble Time Steel does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
      Only remote phone music control; no on-watch playback/storage.
    • No smart alarm
      Pebble Time Steel does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • No camera remote control
      Pebble Time Steel does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • No passcode
      Pebble Time Steel does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 68.5% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
    • No gesture control
      Pebble Time Steel does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 78.1% of smartwatches support gesture control.
    • No speaker
      Pebble Time Steel does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • Slower CPU speed
      Pebble Time Steel uses a CPU configuration of 0.1 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    • 6 year/s older release date
      Pebble Time Steel is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,015 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      October 2,015
    • No GPS
      Pebble Time Steel does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Pebble Time Steel does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • No blood oxygen
      Pebble Time Steel does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
      What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Pebble Time Steel does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No speaker
      Pebble Time Steel does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Pebble Time Steel does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No stress monitoring
      Pebble Time Steel does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
      What it is: Stress estimates derived from heart rate, HRV, or similar body signals.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Pebble Time Steel does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No music playback
      Pebble Time Steel does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
      Only remote phone music control; no on-watch playback/storage.
      What it is: Playback of music or audio directly from the watch, with or without a phone nearby.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Pebble Time Steel does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • Basic display type
      Pebble Time Steel uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
      What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Pebble Time Steel uses MIP LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.MIP LCD vs AMOLED
    • No heart rate monitor
      Pebble Time Steel does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
      What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Pebble Time Steel does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    • No route tracking
      Pebble Time Steel does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 75.7% of smartwatches support route tracking.
      What it is: Route recording that stores the path taken during an outdoor session.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Pebble Time Steel does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 75.7% of smartwatches support route tracking.
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    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Pebble Time Steel?

    • Exceptional battery life, often lasting 7 to 10 days on a single charge.
    • Always-on color e-paper display that is highly readable in direct sunlight.
    • Premium stainless steel construction and high-quality tactile buttons.
    • Wide compatibility, functioning well with both Android and iOS smartphones.
    • Water-resistant design (up to 30m), making it suitable for swimming and showering.
    • Comfortable, slim profile compared to bulkier contemporary smartwatches.

    What customers dislike about Pebble Time Steel?

    • Display can be dim and difficult to read in low-light environments without the backlight.
    • The 64-color screen appears washed out and lacks the vibrancy of LCD or OLED screens.
    • Large bezels around the screen are a common aesthetic complaint among users.
    • Limited app ecosystem and basic functionality compared to Apple or Android Wear.
    • Uses a proprietary magnetic charging cable that is easy to lose and not cross-compatible with older Pebbles.
    • PVD-coated bezel on the black version is reportedly prone to visible scratches over time.

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