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Avg. price in UK: ~£260
Avg. price in US: ~$300
Screen size: ?
Battery life: 1 day/s
Display type: AMOLED

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

6.3

Good

6.2

Good

6.8

Good

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#55 in Best Smartwatches With Wear OS
#55 in Best Smartwatches With WhatsApp
#258 in Best Smartwatches For iPhone
#261 in Best Smartwatches For Android
#261 in Best Android Smartwatches For Men
#261 in Best Android Smartwatches For Women
#288 in Best Smartwatches
#336 in Best Smartwatches For Quality-Price Ratio

Verdict

The Skagen Falster Gen 6 is a minimalist, Scandinavian-inspired smartwatch featuring a 1.28-inch AMOLED display (416 x 416 resolution) housed in a 41mm stainless steel case. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, it runs Wear OS and supports both Android and iOS devices. Key characteristics include a rotating home button, two customizable push buttons, built-in GPS, NFC for Google Pay, and a suite of sensors including SpO2 for blood oxygen and PPG for heart rate tracking. Its main pros are the sleek, lightweight design, lag-free performance, and rapid charging that reaches 80% in approximately 30 minutes. However, it is hindered by short battery life that typically lasts only 24 hours and reported inaccuracies in fitness and sleep tracking data.

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Skagen Falster

Overall score

6.3

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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.

Health

4.9

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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

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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

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

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

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

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Fitness

8.5

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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

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

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

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

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

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Battery

5.5

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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

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

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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

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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Smart features

6.9

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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

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

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

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

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

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Connectivity

4.9

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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

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

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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

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

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

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Display & Design

7.4

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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

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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

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

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

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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Hardware

4.4

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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

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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

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

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

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Skagen Falster vs the average smartwatch

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60 min shorter charge time
Skagen Falster charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
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
Skagen Falster charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.60 min vs 120 min
Includes wireless charging
Skagen Falster supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.
Importance: MEDIUM
Skagen Falster supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
More advanced operating system
Skagen Falster runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear 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
Skagen Falster runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
Includes maps
Skagen Falster supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 32.2% of smartwatches support maps.
Maps via Google Maps app.
What it is: The ability to view maps, navigation guidance, or route layouts on the watch.
When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.
Importance: MEDIUM
Skagen Falster supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 32.2% of smartwatches support maps.
Has barometer
Skagen Falster includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a 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
Skagen Falster includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Supports third-party apps
Skagen Falster 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
Skagen Falster supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Has compass
Skagen Falster 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
Skagen Falster includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
Supports Wi-Fi
Skagen Falster 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
Skagen Falster supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
Has barometer
Skagen Falster includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
60 min shorter charge time
Skagen Falster charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
Includes wireless charging
Skagen Falster supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
Includes maps
Skagen Falster supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 32.2% of smartwatches support maps.
Has compass
Skagen Falster includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
Supports Wi-Fi
Skagen Falster supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
Better band material
Skagen Falster uses silicone, leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
Better case material
Skagen Falster uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
More advanced operating system
Skagen Falster runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
Supports third-party apps
Skagen Falster supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.

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No stress monitoring
Skagen Falster does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
Availability may vary by model or region.
No coaching
Skagen Falster does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
6 day/s shorter battery life
Skagen Falster offers 1 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
No GPS
Skagen Falster does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
Lower IP rating
Skagen Falster has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
20 m lower waterproof depth
Skagen Falster has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
3 ATM class (ISO 22810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
55 g heavier weight
Skagen Falster is heavier than the average smartwatch (100 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
No smart alarm
Skagen Falster does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
Only standard alarm functionality is available.
No speaker
Skagen Falster does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
3 year/s older release date
Skagen Falster is an older model than the average smartwatch (2018 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
January 2018
No GPS
Skagen Falster 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
Skagen Falster does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
No speaker
Skagen Falster 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
Skagen Falster does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
No stress monitoring
Skagen Falster does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
Availability may vary by model or region.
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
Skagen Falster does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
Lower IP rating
Skagen Falster has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
What it is: A standardized ingress-protection code showing how well the watch resists dust and water.
When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: IP68 or better
Skagen Falster has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).IP67 vs IP68
6 day/s shorter battery life
Skagen Falster offers 1 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
Skagen Falster offers 1 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.1 day/s vs 7 day/s
No coaching
Skagen Falster does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
What it is: Guided training or wellness suggestions based on your data and habits.
When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.
Importance: LOW
Skagen Falster does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 51.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
No smart alarm
Skagen Falster does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
Only standard alarm functionality is available.
What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.
Importance: LOW
Skagen Falster does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
20 m lower waterproof depth
Skagen Falster has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
3 ATM class (ISO 22810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
What it is: The stated depth or water-resistance class the watch is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=50 m
Skagen Falster has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.30 m vs 50 m

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(Reviews last updated: April 2026)

What customers like about Skagen Falster?

Sleek, minimalist Scandinavian design that is often described as one of the best-looking smartwatches
Lightweight and comfortable build quality, suitable for smaller wrists
Vibrant and sharp AMOLED display with high pixel density
Fast charging capabilities that help mitigate battery longevity issues
Smooth performance on newer models like the Gen 6 due to upgraded Qualcomm hardware
Tactile physical controls, including a rotating crown for easy navigation

What customers dislike about Skagen Falster?

Short battery life typically lasting only about 24 hours, requiring daily charging
Inaccurate health and fitness tracking, particularly with the heart rate monitor and GPS
Flimsy or proprietary charging pucks that can be difficult to align correctly
Software can feel clunky or buggy, with some users reporting lag on older Wear OS versions
Lack of advanced features in earlier models, such as NFC for payments or a built-in speaker
Sleep tracking is often unreliable or fails to record data consistently

Expert reviews

stuff.tv

25/10/2021

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster review - Stuff

The Skagen Falster review from Stuff.tv highlights a smartwatch that prioritises high-end Danish design, offering a minimalist 42mm stainless steel case with a rotatable crown that is described as one of the most comfortable and stylish Wear OS devices available. However, the device is notably lacking in hardware features found in its rivals, such as built-in GPS, a heart-rate monitor, and NFC for mobile payments. With poor, single-day battery life and basic fitness tracking, the reviewer concludes the Falster is better suited for fashion-conscious users needing simple notifications rather than tech-focused users.

trustedreviews.com

14/05/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster review: Big on style, lacking in substance

The original Skagen Falster is praised for its stylish, minimalist Scandinavian design, featuring a comfortable, lightweight stainless steel casing with interchangeable lugs. However, the device is criticized for lacking essential features like NFC, GPS, and a heart rate sensor, making it a poor choice for fitness tracking. Additionally, it suffers from poor battery life and a flawed, slow, and non-magnetic charging system that often fails to keep the watch powered, according to the review. For more details, visit Trusted Reviews.

pcmag.com

25/04/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster Review - PCMag

The Skagen Falster is recognized for its minimalist, lightweight design featuring a 42mm stainless steel case and a crisp 390-by-390-pixel AMOLED display. Despite its aesthetic appeal, the watch lacks critical hardware for its price point, including GPS, NFC for payments, and a heart rate monitor, limiting its functionality as a fitness tracker. Running on Wear OS, the device suffers from poor battery life lasting only about 16 hours under moderate use, making it better suited as a stylish accessory rather than a high-performance smartwatch.

techcrunch.com

16/04/2018

Summary of the review

The Skagen Falster is a high fashion Android wearable

The TechCrunch review of the April 2018 Skagen Falster highlights its high-fashion, minimalist design, emphasizing a compact 42mm case that avoids the bulky, "gadgety" look of many competitors. It serves as a stylish, functional notification hub compatible with both Android and iOS, making it ideal for users prioritizing aesthetic appeal over heavy tech specs. Key advantages include its chic, slim design and exclusive, customizable Skagen-branded watch faces that provide quick glances at information. Conversely, the review notes significant drawbacks, particularly a limited one-day battery life and occasional, baffling UI glitches in the notification system. Ultimately, the Falster is described as a fashionable accessory for basic tracking and notifications rather than a high-performance, long-lasting wearable.

techaeris.com

01/04/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster Smartwatch review - Minimal design Wear OS smartwatch

The Skagen Falster (Gen 1) features a minimalist Danish design, offering a 42mm stainless steel case with a, crisp, fully round OLED display that functions well for basic Wear OS notifications. Pros include a comfortable, lightweight design with custom, stylish watch faces and responsive, easy, setup. However, the device lacks advanced hardware, missing a heart rate sensor, GPS, and NFC for contactless payments, making it unsuitable for fitness-focused users. Performance is powered by the Snapdragon Wear 2100 chip, but the watch suffers from a mediocre 24-hour battery life and a finicky magnetic charger. Overall, the review characterizes the smartwatch as a stylish, "style over substance" accessory rather than a high-end tech device.

recombu.com

23/03/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster Review: Fossil’s latest smartwatch is stylish yet shallow

The Skagen Falster is praised in the Recombu review for its minimalist Scandinavian design, featuring a slim, lightweight stainless steel body and a crisp 1.2-inch OLED display. It excels as a fashionable accessory, blending a traditional look with a smooth Wear OS interface that is comfortable for daily wear. However, the device lacks essential features like a heart rate monitor, NFC, and built-in GPS, making it unsuitable for serious fitness tracking. Furthermore, the review notes a weak, single-day battery life and a finicky magnetic charger. Ultimately, the review finds that for its high price, the Falster prioritizes aesthetic appeal over functional utility.

wareable.com

28/02/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster review

The Skagen Falster, reviewed by Wareable, is lauded for its 42mm stainless steel case and exceptional comfort, presenting one of the most stylish Wear OS designs available. However, this aesthetic focus comes at the cost of functionality, as the device lacks essential features like NFC, GPS, and a heart rate sensor. WareablePowered by the older Snapdragon Wear 2100, the watch offers a basic, functional interface but suffers from a non-rotating crown, limiting navigation capabilities. While the AMOLED display is a highlight, the overall user experience is restricted to notification management rather than robust tracking. WareableBattery performance is a critical drawback, with the 300mAh capacity often failing to last a full day despite optimization attempts. The experience is further dampened by a cumbersome magnetic charger, leading to the conclusion that the watch prioritizes Danish design over technical capability. Wareable

techradar.com

13/02/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster review - TechRadar

The TechRadar review of the original Skagen Falster (2018) highlights its focus on Danish minimalism, offering an exceptionally thin stainless steel design and a high-contrast AMOLED display. While praised for aesthetics, the smartwatch lacks key modern features, including a heart rate sensor, GPS, and NFC for payments. Powered by the aging Snapdragon Wear 2100 chipset, the device suffers from sub-par battery life, often failing to last a full day on a single charge. Ultimately described as "jewellery first, smartwatch second," the device offers basic notification support but fails to justify its high price point for power users, notes TechRadar.

chip.de

17/04/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Connected Falster Review - CHIP

The Skagen Connected Falster is characterized as a fashion-focused Wear OS device, prioritizing a minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic, slim, lightweight design, and high-quality build. While it features a sharp, vibrant OLED display, it lacks essential modern functionalities like a heart rate sensor, GPS, and NFC for payments. Consequently, the device is considered more of an accessory for basic notifications than a functional tool for fitness tracking or power users. Performance is heavily limited by poor battery life that barely lasts a full day, along with a slow, finicky magnetic charger. Despite these drawbacks, the review highlights the device's exceptional comfort and style as its primary advantages. The watch is recommended strictly for users who prioritize aesthetics over advanced functionality. For more details, visit Stuff.tv.

curved.de

07/03/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster Review: The Minimalist and Chic Wear OS Smartwatch

The Skagen Falster Gen 6 distinguishes itself with a minimalist 42mm stainless steel design, offering a fashionable alternative to bulkier competitors. Its 1.28-inch AMOLED display is highly vibrant, while the Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset provides a smooth, fast user experience. However, the watch is hampered by a 24-hour battery life and, at launch, clunky, older software. While it includes essential features like fast charging, heart rate tracking, and NFC, its GPS and sleep tracking accuracy fall short of dedicated fitness devices.

heise.de

02/08/2026

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster Smartwatch Review: Sexy and Capable

The Heise.de review highlights the first-generation Skagen Falster as a highly aesthetic, minimalist smartwatch, praised for its 42mm stainless steel case and high-quality OLED display. Functionally, it operates as a basic, stylish Wear OS device, though the interface can occasionally feel sluggish. Key drawbacks include lacking essential, modern features like GPS, NFC, and a heart rate monitor, along with disappointing, sub-24-hour battery life and a finicky magnetic charger. For the full, detailed test results, visit Heise.de.

pocketpc.ch

28/03/2018

Summary of the review

Gadget Review: Skagen Falster Smartwatch Tested

The Skagen Falster is praised for its elegant, minimalist Danish design featuring a 42mm stainless steel case, offering a premium and lightweight aesthetic that is ideal for formal wear. It features a sharp, bright OLED display and utilizes Wear OS for seamless, if basic, smartwatch functionality. However, the device lacks advanced fitness features like a heart rate sensor and GPS, rendering it more of a stylish accessory than a comprehensive fitness tracker. Key cons include a battery life that rarely exceeds 24 hours, the absence of a built-in speaker, and a reported propensity for issues with the magnetic charger.

computerbase.de

26/04/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster Smartwatch Review - ComputerBase

The ComputerBase review of the original Skagen Falster praises its minimalist, 42mm stainless steel design as one of the most stylish and comfortable Wear OS devices, featuring a crisp OLED display. However, the device is criticized for lacking essential features like a heart rate sensor, built-in GPS, and NFC for payments, making it unsuitable for serious fitness tracking. Performance is further hindered by mediocre, single-day battery life and a slow, finicky magnetic charger, leading to a verdict that it is a beautiful, yet underpowered, fashion accessory.

stadt-bremerhaven.de

25/03/2018

Summary of the review

Skagen Falster review: Skagen's first Wear OS smartwatch

The Skagen Falster Gen 1 is defined as a masterpiece of minimalist design, featuring a slim stainless steel case and "floating" lugs that prioritize aesthetics over a packed feature list. Despite its stylish appearance, the device lacks essential modern hardware, including GPS, a heart rate monitor, and NFC for contactless payments, positioning it primarily as a notification hub rather than a robust fitness tool. Pros include a high-density, vibrant AMOLED display, exceptional comfort due to its lightweight build, and effective Google Assistant integration via the built-in microphone. However, the device is hindered by mediocre battery life that barely lasts a full day, and a non-functional, click-only side crown that limits navigation. Consequently, while lauded for its aesthetics, the high launch price and lack of core features make it a niche choice.

lemondenumerique.ouest-france.fr

19/03/2018

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Skagen Falster - The Digital World

The Skagen Falster Gen 6 is highlighted as a masterclass in Scandinavian minimalism, featuring a sleek 41mm stainless steel case, a vibrant 1.28-inch AMOLED display, and a rotating crown for efficient navigation. Pros include a sophisticated design, very fast charging (80% in 30 minutes), and a smooth user experience powered by the Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset. However, the device suffers from short, daily-recharge battery life and inconsistent health/sleep tracking accuracy compared to competitors like Garmin. Additionally, it lacks advanced sensors like ECG, has a lower 3 ATM water resistance rating, and the Wear OS 3 transition has some, though improved, software limitations.

presse-citron.net

08/02/2018

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Skagen Falster review: the Android Wear smartwatch from the cold

The Skagen Falster is praised for its minimalist Danish design, featuring a sleek, lightweight circular stainless steel case and a high-quality, fully round OLED display. The device is lauded for its aesthetic appeal, including exclusive, elegant watch faces, but is criticized for lacking key features like GPS, NFC, and a heart rate sensor. Performance is hampered by a stiff, non-rotational button and poor battery life, which often fails to last a full day and relies on a slow, proprietary magnetic charger. The review concludes that while it is among the most beautiful smartwatches, the high price is difficult to justify given its limited, dated hardware.

leclaireur.fnac.com

02/04/2018

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Skagen Falster Review: Design First

The Skagen Falster review on L'Eclaireur Fnac highlights a device prioritizing minimalist aesthetic appeal, featuring a 42mm stainless steel case and a sharp 1.19-inch AMOLED display. While it offers smooth performance via Wear OS and a responsive touchscreen, the watch acts primarily as a notification-focused "second screen" rather than a fully standalone device. Key functional shortcomings include the absence of GPS, NFC for payments, and a heart rate sensor, alongside mediocre 24-hour battery life and a slow, finicky charger. Despite these drawbacks, the device is praised for its exceptional style and comfort, making it a design-first choice over a feature-rich wearable.

vonguru.fr

07/05/2018

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Skagen Falster Review: A smartwatch that has it all

The Skagen Falster (2018) review highlights the smartwatch for its exceptional minimalist design, featuring a 42mm stainless steel case and a crisp, fully round OLED display. Its thin, lightweight construction makes it highly comfortable for daily wear. However, the device lacks essential modern hardware, including GPS, a heart-rate monitor, and NFC for payments, limiting its functionality. While suitable for notifications, the device's performance is limited to basic tasks and lacks advanced, or even moderate, fitness tracking features. The battery life is a significant drawback, providing only one day of use, coupled with a slow, magnetic charging process. The Falster is positioned as a style-focused accessory rather than a functional, technical wearable. For more details, visit Vonguru.

macitynet.it

02/06/2018

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Skagen Falster review: a classy smartwatch

The Macitynet review highlights the Skagen Falster as a stylish, minimalist smartwatch featuring a 42mm stainless steel case, a bright OLED display, and a comfortable, lightweight design. Its aesthetic-driven approach is praised, offering a "classy" alternative to bulkier, tech-focused wearables. However, the device lacks essential features like GPS, NFC, and a heart rate monitor, while suffering from poor, one-day battery life.

androidworld.nl

06/05/2020

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Skagen Falster 3 review: style and minimalism at the core

The Skagen Falster 3, as detailed in the AndroidWorld review, is a significant upgrade featuring a 42mm stainless steel, minimalist design that improves performance with 1GB of RAM and a Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor. Key pros include a sharp 1.3-inch AMOLED display, a functional rotating crown for navigation, a built-in speaker, GPS, and 3ATM water resistance. However, the device suffers from a one-day battery life, a difficult-to-adjust metal mesh strap, and a high price point.

want.nl

23/04/2020

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Skagen Falster 3: Beautiful and practical, but not for everyone

The Skagen Falster 3 is praised by WANT.nl for its superior, minimalist Scandinavian design, featuring a crisp 1.3-inch OLED display and versatile 22mm bands. Internally, the smartwatch is upgraded with a Snapdragon Wear 3100 chipset and 1GB of RAM, addressing previous performance issues. Key features include a built-in speaker for calls and NFC for Google Pay. While praised for its aesthetics and smooth performance, the review highlights the unpolished, sometimes buggy Wear OS as a significant drawback, along with a high price point. Battery life provides a mixed experience, typically lasting only 24 hours under heavy use. However, customized,, extended battery modes can extend usage, acting as a key advantage for daily,, practical, use.

androidworld.nl

22/07/2018

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Skagen Falster Review: The Smartwatch for Minimalists

The original Skagen Falster is praised for its elegant, minimalist design featuring a sleek stainless steel casing and a crisp, fully round OLED display. It stands out as a stylish accessory, offering a comfortable fit and a user-friendly interface that mimics a traditional watch, making it ideal for design-conscious users. However, the watch suffers from significant functional limitations, specifically the lack of NFC for payments, GPS for tracking, and a heart rate sensor, which restricts its utility to basic notifications and voice commands. These omissions, combined with a high price point, make it difficult to recommend for users seeking a feature-rich experience. Battery life is another weak point, with the device often requiring daily charging, exacerbated by a slow, proprietary wireless charging mechanism. Ultimately, the review defines the Falster as a "beauty over brains" device, prioritizing form factor over comprehensive smartwatch capabilities.

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