Timex Metropolitan R Women S Review | 126 Data compared
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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£160
  • Avg. price in US: ~$180
  • Screen size: 1.20 inch
  • Battery life: 12 days
  • Display type: AMOLED

Timex Metropolitan R Women S review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.6

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%

5.6

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.6

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%

2.9

Health

21.0%

8.7

Fitness

16.0%

7.4

Battery

14.0%

3.8

Smart features

12.0%

4.2

Connectivity

9.0%

7.6

Display & Design

4.0%

5.8

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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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Verdict

    The Timex Metropolitan R Women’s smartwatch features a 42mm aluminum alloy case with a 1.2-inch high-resolution AMOLED touchscreen (390 x 390 pixels) protected by Gorilla Glass. Key characteristics include an on-wrist optical heart rate sensor with HR zone training, 24/7 activity monitoring for steps, calories, and sleep, and built-in GPS for accurate workout tracking. Main pros are its impressive battery life of up to 12 days, its lightweight and slim 9.5mm design, and a rose gold-tone finish paired with a comfortable 20mm blush silicone strap. Notable cons include occasional software lag and choppy animations in the proprietary operating system, a somewhat bland app design, and limited water resistance (30m) that is unsuitable for swimming or bathing.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Timex Metropolitan R Women S

    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

    5.6
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a technical score of 5.65 points, which is lower than 69.7% 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

    ?
    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
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 79% of products in this category.
    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%

    5.6

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.7

    Price

    6.9
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 69.8% of products in this category.
    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: LOW

    Timex
    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: MEDIUM

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% 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: MEDIUM

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    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: MEDIUM

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support ECG. 16.6% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% 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: LOW

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S includes an accelerometer. 0.6% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a barometer. 49.6% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a gyroscope. 70% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% 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
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports distance tracking. 4.1% 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

    12 days
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S offers a battery life of 12 days which is longer than that of 72.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.3% 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    20 h
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S lasts 20 h in training mode which is longer than 50.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.6% of smartwatches.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=35 h

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    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    353 mAh
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a battery capacity of 353 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.2% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.2% 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: MEDIUM

    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: MEDIUM

    Proprietary OS
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
    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
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S 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
    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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support third-party apps. 47.7% 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: LOW

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports notifications. 0.3% 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: LOW

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports voice assistants. 32.4% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a cellular module. 18% 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: MEDIUM

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports GPS. 43.9% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% 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: LOW

    no
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a compass. 52.7% 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: LOW

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.2 inch
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a screen size of 1.20 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% 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: LOW

    AMOLED
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S 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
    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: LOW

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    390 x 390
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a display resolution of 390x390 which is higher than that of 60.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.1% of smartwatches.
    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: LOW

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    460 ppi
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 79.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% 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: LOW

    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: LOW

    Good value: Modern standard

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    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

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    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: LOW

    Good value: >=1 GB

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    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: LOW

    Good value: >=8 GB

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    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
    Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Timex Metropolitan R Women S vs the average smartwatch

    • 5 days day/s longer battery life
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
      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

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.12 days vs 7 days
    • External heart rate monitor support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
      Compatible through third-party apps/workarounds.
      What it is: Compatibility with external chest straps or other heart-rate transmitters.
      When it matters: When you want the watch to work with fitness gear and other accessories.

      Importance: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    • Route support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
      What it is: Support for following saved routes, courses, or turn guidance during activities.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    • Stronger display glass
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
      What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
    • 2.1 mm thinner watch body
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
      What it is: The depth of the watch body from front to back.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=10.9 mm

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.9.5 mm vs 11.6 mm
    • 13 g lighter weight
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45.0 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
      What it is: The total mass of the watch body, usually expressed in grams.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=37 g

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45.0 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.32 g vs 45 g
    • 134 ppi higher pixel density
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (460 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
      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: LOW

      Good value: >=326 ppi

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (460 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.460 ppi vs 326 ppi
    • Better band material
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
      What it is: The main material used for the watch strap or band.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.silicone, leather vs silicone
    • External heart rate monitor support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    • Route support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    • 5 days day/s longer battery life
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    • 53 mAh larger battery capacity
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (353 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • Stronger display glass
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 2.1 mm thinner watch body
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    • 134 ppi higher pixel density
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (460 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • 13 g lighter weight
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45.0 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    • Better band material
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • 2 mm narrower band
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.

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    Fitness
    Battery
    Display & Design
    • No blood oxygen monitoring
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No stress monitoring
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No cycle tracking
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No smart scale support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
    • No inactivity alerts
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 91.7% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
    • No gyroscope
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • 74 fewer exercise profiles
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (6 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    • No voice feedback
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • Basic battery type
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    • No compass
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • No ambient light sensor
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
    • 20 m lower water resistance depth
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (30 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • No music playback
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No call answering
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice command support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No call controls
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.9% of smartwatches offer call control.
    • No passcode
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
    • No smart alarm
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
    • No widget support
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
    • No camera remote
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S 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 gesture control
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
    • No speaker
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • 1 year/s older release date
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S is an older model than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
      June 2020
    • No blood oxygen monitoring
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support 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: MEDIUM

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No stress monitoring
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S 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: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No music playback
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% 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: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No gyroscope
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% 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: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • No compass
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
      What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • No cycle tracking
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
      What it is: Cycle logging and related predictions available through the watch and its health tools.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No call answering
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
      What it is: The ability to answer an incoming call directly from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want to handle calls or alerts without taking out your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No speaker
      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% 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

      Timex Metropolitan R Women S does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    Total
    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
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    What customers like about Timex Metropolitan R Women S?

    • Stylish and lightweight 42mm design that fits smaller wrists comfortably
    • Excellent battery life, typically lasting up to 12 days on a single charge
    • Vibrant and high-resolution 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display
    • Built-in GPS and heart rate monitoring for accurate activity tracking without a phone
    • High-quality materials, including a ceramic bezel and Gorilla Glass for durability
    • Intuitive and easy-to-navigate user interface

    What customers dislike about Timex Metropolitan R Women S?

    • Software and app experience can feel unrefined or 'bare-bones' compared to competitors
    • Occasional lag or slow response when acquiring a GPS signal
    • Difficulties connecting or syncing with specific smartphone notifications like email
    • Discontinued status may lead to concerns regarding long-term official support and app availability
    • Resting heart rate values on the watch display can be confusing as they represent real-time rather than daily averages
    • Water resistance is rated for showers but not recommended for swimming

    Expert reviews

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    self.com
    29/09/2020
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    Timex Metropolitan Smartwatch Fitness Tracker Review | SELF
    G
    gizmodo.com
    02/07/2020
    Summary of the review
    This Timex Smartwatch Isn't Original, But It Sure Is Affordable

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