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Timex Metropolitan S Unisex review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£80Screen size:1.65 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Timex Metropolitan S Unisex Review: Compare 127 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Timex Metropolitan S Unisex
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.4, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 62% of smartwatches
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

2.8

Health

21%

7.7

Fitness

16%

7.0

Battery

14%

3.5

Smart features

12%

5.2

Connectivity

9%

7.6

Display & Design

4%

2.3

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 77%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.4.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £80
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Timex Metropolitan S Unisex

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

24%

2.8

Health

21%

7.7

Fitness

16%

7.0

Battery

14%

3.5

Smart features

12%

5.2

Connectivity

9%

7.6

Display & Design

4%

2.3

Hardware

5.3
Reviews score
7.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
14 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 14 days on a charge, which is longer than 73.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
350 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 350 mAh battery, which is larger than 60.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 2% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 120 min, which is quicker than 13.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 44.6% of Smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
1.65 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.65 inch screen, which is larger than 78.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.3% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
348x 442
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 348x442 which is lower than that of 53.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.8% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
341 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 341 ppi, which is higher than 59.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 16 GB of internal storage, which is more than 77% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.2% of Smartwatches.
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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Timex Metropolitan S Unisex vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 2.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    9 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 0.25 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.7 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.65 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 13 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    32 g vs 45 g
  • 4x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 2.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    9 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 0.25 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.7 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.65 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 13 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    32 g vs 45 g
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 6.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (36 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    36 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 4x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    June 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

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What customers like about Timex Metropolitan S Unisex

  • Sleek and lightweight 36mm design that is comfortable for daily wear and sleep tracking.
  • Impressive battery life that can last up to two weeks on a single charge.
  • High-quality AMOLED display with over 20 customizable dial designs.
  • On-board GPS allowing for accurate distance tracking without needing a phone nearby.
  • Seamless syncing with smartphones and intuitive workout screens.
  • Affordable price point compared to competitors with similar features like built-in GPS.

What customers don't like about Timex Metropolitan S Unisex

  • Lack of an audible alarm, which some users found inconvenient.
  • The Timex Smart app has been criticized for occasional malfunctions, such as issues setting custom ringtones.
  • Resting heart rate values displayed on the watch can be confusing as they reflect real-time sedentary readings rather than a true daily minimum.
  • GPS signal can sometimes experience lag before locking on.
  • Basic utility functions are limited, such as a countdown timer that cannot be set for seconds.
  • Water resistance is limited to 30m, making it safe for showers but not recommended for swimming.

Verdict

The Timex Metropolitan S is a sleek, square-shaped unisex smartwatch featuring a high-resolution 1.65-inch AMOLED touch display (348 x 442) housed in a 36mm aluminum alloy case with scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass. Its primary characteristics include onboard GPS, an optical heart rate sensor with zone training, 24/7 activity and sleep tracking, and a water resistance rating of 30 meters. Main pros highlighted by users include an impressive battery life of up to 14 days, a lightweight and comfortable design comparable to higher-end models, and a robust set of fitness metrics for its price point. However, noted cons include occasional GPS signal lag, a touchscreen that can be difficult to operate with sweaty fingers, and a proprietary operating system that lacks the app ecosystem found on more advanced platforms.

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