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Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,410Screen size:?Battery life:1 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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
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Score components

70%

6.2

Technical score

30%

8.6

Review score ( 4 · 2)

Review score 30% · 8.6 · based on 4 written reviews + 2 videos
4 written reviews + 2 videos count as 4.5 of the 5 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–²Better than 60% of smartwatches
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
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Score components

24%

3.1

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

3.2

Battery

14%

6.8

Smart features

12%

8.2

Connectivity

9%

8.6

Display & Design

4%

4.7

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 51% of smartwatches
8.6

Review score

Review score
8.6/ 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
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Grades by review (6)
4 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 2 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 4
✓ explicit
3
≈ estimated
1
Video reviews 1
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 95% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
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Score components:

24%

3.1

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

3.2

Battery

14%

6.8

Smart features

12%

8.2

Connectivity

9%

8.6

Display & Design

4%

4.7

Hardware

6.2
Review score
Review score
8.6/ 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
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Grades by review (6)
4 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 2 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 4
✓ explicit
3
≈ estimated
1
Video reviews 1
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
4.1/ 10
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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
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Popularity:
Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition has a popularity of 4.1 points, which is lower than 64.2% of smartwatches.
4.1
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 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
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Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

3.1

Price

5.8
Brand name
Tag Heuer
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
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
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
1 day
Battery life
1 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1 days which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
5 h
Battery life in training mode
5 h
This smartwatch lasts 5 h in training mode which is shorter than 90.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
5 h
Battery life with GPS on
5 h
This smartwatch lasts 5 h with GPS on which is shorter than 91% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.8% of smartwatches.
Battery power
330 mAh
Battery power
330 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 330 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 60.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.9% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
90 min
Charge time
90 min
This smartwatch charges in 90 min which is faster than 63.7% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 9.9% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
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
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
?
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
454x 454
Resolution
454x 454
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 79.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
Snapdragon Wear 4100
Processor model
Snapdragon Wear 4100
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon Wear 4100 processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
This smartwatch uses 8 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 67.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 12.1% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    Supports external monitors over Bluetooth/BLE.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    Supports external monitors over Bluetooth/BLE.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 30 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    90 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    Case material
    titanium
    This smartwatch uses titanium for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    titanium vs polycarbonate
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    454 x 454
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    454x454 vs 352x430
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    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
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • More advanced processor model
    Processor model
    Snapdragon Wear 4100
    This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon Wear 4100 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Snapdragon Wear 4,100 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 15 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    5 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    5 h vs 20 h
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 14.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    5 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 h vs 19.25 h
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • 10.85x more expensive
    Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£1,410 vs £130).
    £1,410 vs £130
  • 30.8% worse value for money
    Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (5.75 vs 7.5).
    5.75 vs 7.52
  • 47.6% less popular
    Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (4.14 vs 6.1).
    4.14 vs 6.12
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No sleep tracking
    Sleep tracking
    no
    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
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • 73 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    7
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (7 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    7 vs 80
  • 15 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    5 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    5 h vs 20 h
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • 14.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    5 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 3.7 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    15.30 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (15.3 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    15.30 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 9 mm taller watch height
    Height
    54.0 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (54 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    54.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • 5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    50.0 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (50 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    50.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 3 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.0 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (45 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    45.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    rubber
    This smartwatch uses rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber vs silicone
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No camera remote
    Camera remote control
    no
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.6% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

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

8.0
Watchoid
≈ estimated
27/05/2023
Short review · golf features and design
Verdict
Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition is worth considering for golfers who want a smartwatch for the course, though its software is dated.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 4 · 2

Reviewers like the handy shot tracking and the sleek look, though a few aren't fully convinced by either.
Praised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
11/09/2024
Long-term test · Golf smartwatch
Verdict
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition suits golfers who want a daily smartwatch and solid shot tracking.
9.4
golfmonthly.com
✓ explicit
22/11/2023
On-course test · Golf GPS watch
Verdict
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition suits golfers who want automatic tee-shot tracking and a clear display, but its styling limits off-course wear.
8.0
zdnet.com
✓ explicit
31/08/2022
Hands-on test · Wear OS golf watch
Verdict
The TAG Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition is a stylish Wear OS watch for golfers who also want fitness tracking, though it has no sleep tracking.
9.0
robbreport.com.sg
≈ estimated
25/04/2022
Hands-on round · 42mm golf watch
Verdict
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition is a light 42mm watch with automatic shot tracking, suiting golfers who want simple on-course help without advanced metrics.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition

  • Exceptional build quality with premium materials like titanium and ceramic
  • Stunning, high-resolution AMOLED display that remains clear in direct sunlight
  • Comprehensive and intuitive golf features, including accurate GPS, shot tracking, and club recommendations
  • Highly polished and versatile design that works as both a sports watch and a formal timepiece
  • Seamless integration with the TAG Heuer Golf app, offering detailed 2D/3D course maps
  • Comfortable, easily adjustable strap system with a convenient magnetic ball marker built into the clasp

What we don't like about Tag Heuer Calibre E4 Golf Edition

  • Very high price point compared to competitors like Garmin that offer similar or more advanced golf features
  • Battery life typically requires daily charging, especially when using GPS for a full round of golf
  • Lacks advanced health and fitness tracking features such as SpO2 monitoring and sleep tracking
  • Reported inaccuracies with the heart rate sensor, particularly during high-intensity workouts
  • Bulkier and heavier than dedicated sports watches, which some users find less ideal for all-out exercise
  • Software experience on older versions of Wear OS can feel limited or buggy compared to Apple or Garmin ecosystems

Verdict

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition is a premium luxury smartwatch available in 42mm and 45mm sandblasted black titanium cases, featuring a high-resolution AMOLED display (1.28" or 1.39") protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a ceramic bezel with 18-hole markings. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset and runs Wear OS, offering dedicated golf features like 2D/3D mapping of 40,000+ courses, automatic swing detection, and a magnetic ball marker integrated into the strap's folding clasp. Key pros include its exceptional build quality, ultra-lightweight titanium construction, and a 30% battery improvement over previous models—providing a full day of use including five hours of GPS golf tracking. However, notable cons include its very high luxury price point, the lack of advanced 'plays like' distance or green contour features found in competitors, and a relatively bulky 15.3mm thickness for the 45mm model.

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