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  • Avg. price: ~£370
  • Screen size: 0.79 inch
  • Battery life: 7 day/s
  • Display type: OLED

Sony Wena Wrist Active review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

5.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best Smartwatches on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.1

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.1

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

24.0%

3.1

Health

21.0%

6.5

Fitness

16.0%

6.7

Battery

14.0%

4.1

Smart features

12.0%

5.2

Connectivity

9.0%

6.7

Display & Design

4.0%

4.2

Hardware

Good
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Sony Wena Wrist Active

    Technical Score

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

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

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    5.1
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has a technical score of 5.13 points, which is lower than 83.5% of smartwatches.
    User score

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

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

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
    When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    1.0
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    5.1

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.6

    Price

    6.2
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is lower than 92.3% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sony
    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

    yes
    Sony Wena Wrist Active includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Sony Wena Wrist Active supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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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

    7 day/s
    Sony Wena Wrist Active offers a battery life of 7 day/s which is longer than that of 38.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 17.1% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

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

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    6 h
    Sony Wena Wrist Active lasts 6 h with GPS on which is shorter than 87% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.8% of smartwatches.
    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

    315 mAh
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has a battery capacity of 315 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 55.7% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.6% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

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

    Importance: HIGH

    Proprietary OS
    Sony Wena Wrist Active runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.6% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.7% of smartwatches.
    Uses a proprietary OS with companion-app ecosystem support.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Updates appear infrequent or sporadic.
    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

    no
    Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: HIGH

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

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

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

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Sony Wena Wrist Active supports GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    0.79 inch
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has a screen size of 0.79 inch which is smaller than the screens of 98.4% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    OLED
    Sony Wena Wrist Active uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 51.4% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.7% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    ?
    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

    283 ppi
    Sony Wena Wrist Active has a pixel density of 283 ppi which is lower than that of 65.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    ?
    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

    0 GB
    Sony Wena Wrist Active uses 0 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.6% of smartwatches.
    No local user storage for apps/media.
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Sony Wena Wrist Active vs the average smartwatch

    • Includes wireless charging
      Sony Wena Wrist Active 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

      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • Has NFC
      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
      What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
      When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.

      Importance: HIGH

      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Includes solar charging
      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports solar charging, the average smartwatch does not. 2.3% of smartwatches support solar charging.
      Solar support is available only with the optional solar head accessory.
      What it is: Solar-assisted charging that tops up the battery from light exposure.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: LOW

      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports solar charging, the average smartwatch does not. 2.3% of smartwatches support solar charging.
    • Has rugged design
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
      What it is: A build style aimed at tougher environments, impacts, and harsher outdoor use.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Sony Wena Wrist Active tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
      What it is: Logging tools for recording daily water consumption.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: LOW

      Sony Wena Wrist Active tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Has hybrid design
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 9% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
      What it is: A watch design that mixes smart features with traditional analog or low-power elements.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: LOW

      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 9% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    • 22 mm narrower watch width
      Sony Wena Wrist Active is narrower than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 42.0 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
      What it is: The horizontal dimension of the watch case.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=39 mm

      Sony Wena Wrist Active is narrower than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 42.0 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.20.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Sony Wena Wrist Active tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • Includes solar charging
      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports solar charging, the average smartwatch does not. 2.3% of smartwatches support solar charging.
    • Has NFC
      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has rugged design
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    • Has hybrid design
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 9% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    • 22 mm narrower watch width
      Sony Wena Wrist Active is narrower than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 42.0 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.

    Total
    Health
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    • No blood oxygen
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
      Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    • No stress monitoring
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No cycle tracking
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No inactivity alerts
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 85.7% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
    • No elevation tracking
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
    • No gyroscope
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • No auto pause
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No swim mode
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
    • No voice feedback
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 62.1% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • 14 h shorter GPS battery life
      Sony Wena Wrist Active lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (6 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Sony Wena Wrist Active supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • No always-on display
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
    • 0.61 inch smaller screen size
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (0.8 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • Basic display type
      Sony Wena Wrist Active uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • No ambient light sensor
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
    • 20 m lower waterproof depth
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      3 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    • 43 ppi lower pixel density
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (283 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • No music playback
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No call answering
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice commands
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No camera remote control
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • No phone finder
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include phone finder, the average smartwatch does. 94.6% of smartwatches include phone finder.
    • No widgets
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
    • No speaker
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • 4 GB less storage
      Sony Wena Wrist Active offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
      No local user storage for apps/media.
    • 2 year/s older release date
      Sony Wena Wrist Active is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      February 2,019
    • No blood oxygen
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
      Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
      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

      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No always-on display
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
      What it is: A display mode that keeps key information visible even when the watch is idle.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
    • No speaker
      Sony Wena Wrist Active 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

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

      Importance: HIGH

      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No elevation tracking
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
      What it is: Tracking of climbed, descended, or current elevation during activities.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 62.7% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
    • No music playback
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
      What it is: Playback of music or audio directly from the watch, with or without a phone nearby.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No gyroscope
      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a 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

      Sony Wena Wrist Active does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • 0.61 inch smaller screen size
      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (0.8 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
      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

      Sony Wena Wrist Active has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (0.8 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.0.79 inch vs 1.40 inch
    Total
    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware

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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Sony Wena Wrist Active?

    • Retains the use of high-quality traditional watch faces while adding smart features.
    • Equipped with built-in GPS and a heart rate monitor for fitness tracking.
    • Features a 'quick release system' that allows it to be used as a standalone fitness tracker without a watch head.
    • Waterproof design suitable for workouts and sleep tracking.
    • Discrete OLED display on the underside of the wrist provides private notifications.
    • Supports contactless payments via NFC (using services like Wena Pay or 'boon').

    What customers dislike about Sony Wena Wrist Active?

    • High price point makes it poor value compared to more feature-rich smartwatches like the Apple Watch.
    • Fitness tracking capabilities are considered basic and less accurate than specialized trackers.
    • Small two-line display limits the amount of information that can be viewed at once.
    • The companion app and setup process, particularly for payments, can be frustrating and unintuitive.
    • Actual battery life often falls short of the advertised one week, sometimes lasting only 3-4 days.
    • Silicone band design may not aesthetically match luxury watch heads as well as metal options.

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    The Sony Wena Wrist Pro and Active turn traditional timepieces into hybrid smartwatches, with the Pro offering a luxury stainless steel build, 50m water resistance, and subtle notifications. Conversely, the Pro lacks advanced fitness tracking and is expensive, according to the review. The Wena Wrist Active caters to fitness users with built-in GPS, heart rate monitoring, and a...Read more

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    The Sony Wena Wrist Pro and Active straps offer a unique, "hybrid" approach, housing smart technology within a watch strap to convert traditional timepieces into smart devices. The Pro model features a premium stainless steel build with a discreet OLED display, while the Active model is a bulkier silicone, fitness-focused band. The Active version offers superior functionality with...Read more

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