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  • Avg. price: ~£80
  • Screen size: 1.65 inch
  • Battery life: 14 day/s
  • Display type: AMOLED

Timex Metropolitan S Unisex review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

5.9

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%

5.7

Technical Score

10.0%

7.2

User score

Good
5.7

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%

3.5

Health

21.0%

7.8

Fitness

16.0%

7.7

Battery

14.0%

3.5

Smart features

12.0%

5.3

Connectivity

9.0%

7.8

Display & Design

4.0%

5.1

Hardware

Good
7.2

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%

9.6

User reviews

30.0%

1.5

Popularity

User score:
amazon
4.8
(5)

(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

Very good
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    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Timex Metropolitan S Unisex

    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%

    3.5

    Health

    21.0%

    7.8

    Fitness

    16.0%

    7.7

    Battery

    14.0%

    3.5

    Smart features

    12.0%

    5.3

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    7.8

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    5.1

    Hardware

    5.7
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a technical score of 5.74 points, which is lower than 63.4% 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%

    9.6

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.5

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    4.8
    (5)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    7.2
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a user score of 7.16 points, which is lower than 81.5% of smartwatches.
    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.
    1.5
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a popularity of 1.5 points, which is lower than 55.3% 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%

    5.9

    Overall score

    40.0%

    10

    Price

    7.1
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is lower than 55.9% 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

    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: HIGH

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% 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: HIGH

    no
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

    14 day/s
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex offers a battery life of 14 day/s which is longer than that of 76.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 9.2% 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

    ?
    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

    350 mAh
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a battery capacity of 350 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 64.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.1% 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

    120 min
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex charges in 120 min which is faster than 12.9% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 43.4% of smartwatches.
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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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

    occasional
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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.
    Updates are released periodically every few months.
    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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

    no
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

    yes
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes 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

    1.65 inch
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a screen size of 1.65 inch which is larger than the screens of 78.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1.5% 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

    AMOLED
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 48.8% of smartwatches and the same as that of 51.3% 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

    348 x 442
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a display resolution of 348 x 442 which is lower than that of 50.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    341 ppi
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a pixel density of 341 ppi which is higher than that of 59.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% 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

    16 GB
    Timex Metropolitan S Unisex uses 16 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 79.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
    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 S Unisex 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

    • 7 day/s longer battery life
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex offers 14 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      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 S Unisex offers 14 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.14 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • Has barometer
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Has compass
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% 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: MEDIUM

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
      What it is: Built-in Wi-Fi that lets the watch connect to wireless networks directly.
      When it matters: When you want the watch to work smoothly with your phone and accessories.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • 0.25 inch larger screen size
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.7 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.7 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.1.65 inch vs 1.40 inch
    • 12 GB more storage
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.16 GB vs 4 GB
    • More frequent updates
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
      Updates are released periodically every few months.
      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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.occasional vs ended
    • Stronger display glass
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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: MEDIUM

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
    • Has barometer
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • 7 day/s longer battery life
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex offers 14 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • 50 mAh larger battery capacity
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (350 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • Has compass
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • 0.25 inch larger screen size
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.7 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • Stronger display glass
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 2.6 mm thinner watch body
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex is thinner than the average smartwatch (9 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • 13 g lighter weight
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • 2 mm narrower band
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    • More frequent updates
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    • 12 GB more storage
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.

    Total
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • No blood oxygen
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No stress monitoring
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No cycle tracking
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No inactivity alerts
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 85.7% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
    • No smart scales
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 56.8% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
    • No gyroscope
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • No swim mode
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
    • No voice feedback
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 62.1% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • 48.5 m lower waterproof depth
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    • No music playback
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No call answering
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice commands
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No voice assistant
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
    • No passcode
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 68.5% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
    • No call control
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.1% of smartwatches offer call control.
    • No widgets
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
    • No speaker
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • No blood oxygen
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% 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: HIGH

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • 48.5 m lower waterproof depth
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
      What it is: The stated depth or water-resistance class the watch is rated to withstand.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=50 m

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.1.5 m vs 50 m
    • No speaker
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No stress monitoring
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No music playback
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No gyroscope
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex 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

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • No call answering
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% 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 S Unisex does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No swim mode
      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
      What it is: A dedicated workout mode tuned for pool or open-water swimming.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Timex Metropolitan S Unisex does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
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    Health
    Fitness
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware

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    Third-party reviews

    amazon
    4.8
    5 Reviews

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    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 dislike 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.

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