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Sony Smartwatch 2 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Screen size:1.60 inchBattery life:3.5 daysDisplay type:Transflective LCD

Sony Smartwatch 2 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.

5.3

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

4.6

Technical score

30%

6.7

Review score ( 10 · 11)

Review score 30% · 6.7 · 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. 24 more reviews are not scored yet.
▼Worse than 93% of smartwatches
4.6

Technical score

Technical score
4.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

24%

1.8

Health

21%

6.4

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

4.7

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

6.4

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

▼Worse than 92% of smartwatches
6.7

Review score

Review score
6.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Grades by review (21)
Text reviews 5
✓ explicit
2

8.2%

7.0

techradar.com

6.6%

6.0

digitaltrends.com

≈ estimated
3

6.6%

8.0

digitalreviews.net

6.6%

6.0

wareable.com

6.6%

4.0

siliconrepublic.com

Video reviews 3

3.3%

8.0

Android Authority

3.3%

7.0

PhoneArena

1.6%

5.0

Engadget

estimated from the review
10 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 11 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.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 92% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Sony Smartwatch 2

Technical score
Technical score
4.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

24%

1.8

Health

21%

6.4

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

4.7

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

6.4

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

4.6
Review score
Review score
6.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Grades by review (21)
Text reviews 5
✓ explicit
2

8.2%

7.0

techradar.com

6.6%

6.0

digitaltrends.com

≈ estimated
3

6.6%

8.0

digitalreviews.net

6.6%

6.0

wareable.com

6.6%

4.0

siliconrepublic.com

Video reviews 3

3.3%

8.0

Android Authority

3.3%

7.0

PhoneArena

1.6%

5.0

Engadget

estimated from the review
10 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 11 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.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

5.3

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

6.6
Brand name
Sony
Heart rate monitor
no
Heart rate monitor
no
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
▼ 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
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may rely on phone GPS or step-based estimation on some models.
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Battery life
3.5 days
Battery life
3.5 days
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 3.5 days which is shorter than that of 73.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
225 mAh
Battery power
225 mAh
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 225 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 79.6% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1% of smartwatches.
Charge time
20 min
Charge time
20 min
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 20 min which is faster than 99% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 0.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
▼ Worse than 96% of models
This smartwatch runs Android which is less advanced than the operating system in 96.4% of smartwatches and the same as that in 1.3% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
▼ 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
▲ 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
no
Voice assistant support
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
▼ 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
▼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
▼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
▼ 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
1.6 inch
Screen size
1.6 inch
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.6 inch which is larger than the screens of 74.5% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1.7% of smartwatches.
Display type
Transflective LCD
Display type
Transflective LCD
▼ Worse than 65% of models
This smartwatch uses a Transflective LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 65.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 2.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
176x 220
Resolution
176x 220
▼ Worse than 93% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 176x220 which is lower than that of 92.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
176 ppi
Pixel density
176 ppi
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 176 ppi which is lower than that of 97.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
495 nits
Display brightness
495 nits
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 495 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 85.9% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
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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What reviewers say

Sony Smartwatch 2 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 100 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    20 min
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (20 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    20 min vs 120 min
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 2.6 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    9 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    9 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 0.2 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.60 inch
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.60 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 49.2% more popular
    Sony Smartwatch 2 has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (9.13 vs 6.1).
    9.13 vs 6.12
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 100 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    20 min
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (20 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    20 min vs 120 min
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 2.6 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    9 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    9 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 0.2 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.60 inch
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.60 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, metal
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, metal for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, metal vs silicone
  • 15 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    60.0 °C
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (60 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    60.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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.
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 14.6% worse value for money
    Sony Smartwatch 2 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.56 vs 7.5).
    6.56 vs 7.52
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 achievement tracking
    Achievements
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 3.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    3.5 days
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 3.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    3.5 days vs 7 days
  • 75 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    225 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (225 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    225 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    1 m vs 50 m
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP57
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP57 vs IP68).
    IP57 vs IP68
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    Transflective LCD
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This smartwatch uses Transflective LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • 77.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    122.5 g
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (122.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    122.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 150 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    176 ppi
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (176 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    176 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    176 x 220
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 176x220, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    176x220 vs 352x430
  • 105 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    495 nits
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (495 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    495 nits vs 600 nits
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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.
    24.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • Less advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Android
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a less advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Android vs Proprietary OS).
    Android vs Proprietary OS
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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.
  • 8 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2013
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2013 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2013
    2013 vs 2021
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    ▼ 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

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

7.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
29/10/2013
Hands-on review · notifications, apps and battery
Verdict
Sony SmartWatch 2 is slow and glitchy with a weak screen, but a decent entry point into smartwatches.
8.0
Android Authority
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29/10/2013
Hands-on review · setup, notifications and app tests
Verdict
Sony SmartWatch 2 has solid hardware and shows promise, but it lacks Google apps and takes effort to set up.
5.0
Engadget
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28/10/2013
Short review · notifications and apps
Verdict
Sony SmartWatch 2 is good-looking and simple, but mostly a notification gadget, so wait unless you are a Sony fan.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
techradar.com
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04/02/2014
Full review · Everyday Android watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 suits Android users who want a solid, water-resistant watch with swappable straps, but small text and sluggish menus hold it back.
6.0
digitaltrends.com
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23/08/2019
Hands-on review · Android apps
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 suits people wanting decent apps and about three days of battery, but its stiff power button and alerts that vanish after about 10 seconds are awkward.
4.0
siliconrepublic.com
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04/08/2014
Hands-on review · Design and apps
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a comfortable, dressy-looking watch, but laggy apps and a pixelated screen make it hard to recommend.
6.0
wareable.com
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05/08/2014
Review · Simple Android watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a basic Android watch that works with any phone and needs no cradle, but dated software and limited battery life show its age.
8.0
digitalreviews.net
≈ estimated
06/03/2015
Long-term test · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a solidly built, reliable watch with good battery life and a screen readable in sunlight, though it feels dated next to newer wearables.
theguardian.com
17/10/2013
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cnet.com
12/11/2013
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theverge.com
26/11/2013
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t3.com
05/09/2013
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trustedreviews.com
04/09/2013
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newatlas.com
10/10/2013
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au.pcmag.com
11/11/2013
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pcmag.com
11/11/2013
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13/01/2014
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7.0
die-smartwatch.de
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Three-week test · Beginner smartwatch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a subtle beginner's watch for Android users who mainly want texts and calls on the wrist, but it has no standout feature.
computerbild.de
25/10/2013
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nextpit.de
24/10/2013
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zeit.de
05/11/2013
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4.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
16/07/2015
Full review · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a plain, classic-looking watch that works with any Android phone, but its two-to-three-day battery is its weak point.
8.0
maison-et-domotique.com
≈ estimated
21/02/2014
Hands-on test · Color touchscreen
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a slim, classy color watch with phone-style app icons, but waking it needs a button press.
frandroid.com
10/10/2013
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18/10/2013
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07/09/2013
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7.0
androidayuda.com
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23/09/2025
Full review · Phone companion
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a discreet, water-resistant watch that shows the time all day and alerts you to phone messages and calls, but it cannot reply.
7.0
teknofilo.com
≈ estimated
11/02/2014
Hands-on review · Notification watch
Verdict
The Sony SmartWatch 2 suits people who only want phone alerts on the wrist, with an elegant design and days of battery life, but its screen is low-resolution.
xataka.com
29/10/2013
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15/10/2013
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Sony Smartwatch 2

  • High outdoor visibility due to its 1.6-inch transflective LCD screen
  • Compatible with most Android devices (version 4.0 and above), unlike many competitors
  • Water and dust resistant with an IP57 rating
  • Excellent battery life, lasting 3–4 days on average
  • Standard 24mm strap compatibility allows for easy customisation
  • Convenient charging via a standard micro-USB port (no proprietary cradle needed)
  • Efficient notification handling for calls, texts, and social media

What we don't like about Sony Smartwatch 2

  • Low-resolution display leads to pixelated text and images
  • Lack of built-in microphone and speaker prevents taking calls directly on the watch
  • Software can be buggy, with occasional interface lag and freezing
  • Setting up and managing apps requires multiple smartphone installations (Smart Connect)
  • No iOS support; strictly limited to Android users
  • Notification sync issues, such as alerts staying 'unread' on the watch after being read on the phone
  • Limited functionality without being tethered to a smartphone

Verdict

The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a durable Android-compatible wearable featuring a 1.6-inch transflective LCD with a 220x176 resolution, housed in a premium aluminum body with an IP57 water and dust resistance rating. Key characteristics include NFC for one-touch pairing, Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity, and a standard microUSB charging port that eliminates the need for proprietary cables. Its main pros are the always-on display that remains highly readable in direct sunlight, a comfortable design compatible with standard 24mm watch straps, and a battery life that typically lasts 3 to 4 days. However, notable cons include a relatively low-resolution screen that can appear pixelated, a lack of an integrated microphone or speaker for making calls directly, and occasional software lag or a complex setup process for non-Sony smartphones.

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