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Sony Smartwatch Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:3 daysDisplay type:OLED

Sony Smartwatch Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 21 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

4.9

Overall score

Score
4.9/ 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 97% of models
Score components

70%

4.3

Technical score

30%

6.4

Review score ( 9 · 12)

Review score 30% · 6.4 · based on 21 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. 1 more review is not scored yet.
â–¼Worse than 97% of smartwatches
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 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 96% of models
Score components

24%

1.5

Health

21%

5.7

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

5.8

Smart features

12%

1.8

Connectivity

9%

6.7

Display & Design

4%

5.1

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 96% of smartwatches
6.4

Review score

Review score
6.4/ 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 96% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 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 5
✓ explicit
4

8.1%

6.6

cnet.com

8.1%

5.8

theverge.com

6.5%

6.0

laptopmag.com

6.5%

2.0

gizmodo.com

≈ estimated
1

8.1%

7.0

uk.pcmag.com

Video reviews 5

3.2%

8.0

The YouTube Tech Guy

3.2%

8.0

SlashGear

3.2%

7.0

TechTest Drives

3.2%

7.0

Android Central

3.2%

7.0

Pallab Hazarika

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 96% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Sony Smartwatch

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 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 96% of models
Score components:

24%

1.5

Health

21%

5.7

Fitness

16%

5.7

Battery

14%

5.8

Smart features

12%

1.8

Connectivity

9%

6.7

Display & Design

4%

5.1

Hardware

4.3
Review score
Review score
6.4/ 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 96% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 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 5
✓ explicit
4

8.1%

6.6

cnet.com

8.1%

5.8

theverge.com

6.5%

6.0

laptopmag.com

6.5%

2.0

gizmodo.com

≈ estimated
1

8.1%

7.0

uk.pcmag.com

Video reviews 5

3.2%

8.0

The YouTube Tech Guy

3.2%

8.0

SlashGear

3.2%

7.0

TechTest Drives

3.2%

7.0

Android Central

3.2%

7.0

Pallab Hazarika

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 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 63% of models
Popularity:
Sony Smartwatch has a popularity of 7.4 points, which is higher than 62.7% of smartwatches.
7.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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 96% of models
Score components:

60%

4.9

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

6.3
Brand name
Sony
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
?
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.
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Battery life
3 days
Battery life
3 days
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 3 days which is shorter than that of 74.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
280 mAh
Battery power
280 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 280 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 59.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.8% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% 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
no
Compass
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.3 inch
Screen size
1.3 inch
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.3 inch which is smaller than the screens of 66.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 11.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
Display type
OLED
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 50.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.6% of smartwatches.
Resolution
128x 128
Resolution
128x 128
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 128x128 which is lower than that of 96% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
139 ppi
Pixel density
139 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 139 ppi which is lower than that of 98.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
4x 1.2 GHz
CPU speed
4x 1.2 GHz
â–² Better than 86% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.2 GHz which is faster than that in 86.4% of smartwatches and equal to that in 3.2% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
?
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
?
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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Sony Smartwatch vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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.
  • 29.5 g lighter weight
    Weight
    15.5 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (15.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    15.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • 3.6 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    8 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (8 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    8 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    4 x 1.2 GHz
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    4x1.2 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 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
  • 9 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    36.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (36 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    36.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • 29.5 g lighter weight
    Weight
    15.5 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (15.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    15.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 3.6 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    8 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (8 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    8 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 9 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    36.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (36 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    36.0 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
  • 6 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    36.0 mm
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (36 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    36.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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.
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    4 x 1.2 GHz
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    4x1.2 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 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 sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • 19.4% worse value for money
    Sony Smartwatch has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.3 vs 7.5).
    6.3 vs 7.52
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Sony Smartwatch 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 sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • 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 inactivity alerts
    Inactivity alerts
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 91.7% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • 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 coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 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.
  • No live tracking
    Live tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 88.6% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No achievement tracking
    Achievements
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 85.8% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • 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.
  • No exercise tagging
    Exercise tagging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 93.6% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • 4 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    3 days
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 3 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    3 days vs 7 days
  • 20 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    280 mAh days
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (280 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
    280 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 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 compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    3.0
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    3.0 vs 5.0
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    OLED
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • 187 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    139 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (139 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    139 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    128 x 128
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 128x128, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    128x128 vs 352x430
  • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.30 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • 2 mm wider band
    Width of band
    24.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a wider band width than the average smartwatch (24 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    Uses proprietary/non-standard band connector.
    24.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 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 call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • 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 gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture 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.
  • 9 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2012
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2012 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    March 2012
    2012 vs 2021
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

7.0
Android Central
≈ estimated
22/10/2012
Hands-on demo · notifications, apps and charging
Verdict
Sony Smartwatch is a fun, handy companion for phone features, though its hardware is basic.
7.0
Pallab Hazarika
≈ estimated
28/08/2012
Hands-on review · daily use with phone and while driving
Verdict
Sony Smartwatch is appealing, but a luxury item rather than a necessity for most buyers.
8.0
The YouTube Tech Guy
≈ estimated
01/05/2012
Hands-on review · 3 days of use, notifications and battery
Verdict
Sony Smartwatch is good value for Android users and worth recommending, though it drains the phone battery and has usability limits.
8.0
SlashGear
≈ estimated
19/03/2012
Hands-on review · notifications, camera app and battery test
Verdict
Sony Smartwatch is a neat little accessory, though battery lasts about a day and some apps are buggy.
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What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers find notifications and phone controls handy, but the dim, hard-to-read screen and flaky phone connection frustrate.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
11/04/2012
Full review · Notification watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch keeps phone alerts on your wrist in a small, sleek design, but it works only with Android phones and has only about 30 apps.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
≈ estimated
18/04/2012
One-week test · Android geek watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch is a cute, well-designed wrist screen for Android geeks, but its Bluetooth link keeps dropping and it needs a phone nearby.
5.8
theverge.com
✓ explicit
19/03/2012
Full review · Phone companion watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch is a well-built screen for quick glances at Android alerts, but setup is fiddly and its gestures take a while to learn.
2.0
gizmodo.com
✓ explicit
17/07/2012
Critical review · Android gadget watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch looks good and feels like a watch, but its touchscreen often fails and every feature needs a phone, so skip it.
pcmag.com
18/04/2012
Not graded yet
6.6
cnet.com
✓ explicit
03/04/2013
Hands-on review · Android companion
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch is a small, stylish Android companion for calls, messages and music, but it is more phone accessory than standalone watch.
7.0
elespanol.com
≈ estimated
11/06/2012
In-depth test · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch is a handy gadget for checking notifications and running apps like Endomondo, but its constant Bluetooth link drains your phone's battery.
6.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
20/06/2012
Hands-on test · Phone-linked watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch is best for glancing at calls and messages from an Android phone, though it barely lets you act on them.
7.0
latercera.com
≈ estimated
10/09/2013
Hands-on test · Android notification watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch is a simple, handy alert screen for young people and those who exercise, though setting up its apps takes patience.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Sony Smartwatch

  • Transflective display remains easily readable in direct sunlight
  • Standard micro-USB charging port eliminates the need for proprietary cradles
  • Built-in GPS in later models (SmartWatch 3) allows for phone-free activity tracking
  • Competitive pricing and good value for money compared to rivals
  • Always-on display functionality for checking the time at a glance
  • Solid water and dust resistance ratings (IP57/IP68)

What we don't like about Sony Smartwatch

  • Utilitarian, plain design often perceived as less stylish or 'cheap' compared to circular competitors
  • Lack of integrated heart-rate monitor, even in fitness-focused models
  • Rubber straps frequently described as grime and lint magnets
  • Poor viewing angles on the transflective screen can lead to washed-out colours
  • Fiddly charging port covers that can be difficult to open and rotate
  • Inconsistent battery life when high-drain features like GPS are active

Verdict

The Sony SmartWatch 3 (SWR50) is a sport-focused wearable featuring a 1.6-inch transflective TFT LCD (320 x 320) that remains highly legible in direct sunlight. It is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core processor with 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage for offline music, and a 420mAh battery providing up to two days of use. Key highlights include built-in GPS for phone-free tracking, NFC, Wi-Fi, and an IP68 waterproof rating. While it offers the convenience of a standard micro-USB charging port and a smooth Android Wear experience, its utilitarian square design is often considered less stylish than circular rivals, and it lacks a built-in heart rate monitor.

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