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Vector Meridian review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£170Screen size:?Battery life:30 daysDisplay type:MIP LCD

Vector Meridian Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Vector Meridian
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
✕
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%

4.7

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.7

Reviews score

10%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 92% of smartwatches
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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%

2.0

Health

21%

6.4

Fitness

16%

7.0

Battery

14%

4.9

Smart features

12%

2.4

Connectivity

9%

7.4

Display & Design

4%

2.1

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 91%
4.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.7/ 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. 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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4.7

Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

6.1

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
1 review + 2 videos, average 6.7/10. We use 5 reviews; the 2 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (6.7 × 3 + 8.0 × 2) ÷ 5 = 7.2. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 93%
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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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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Vector Meridian

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Reviewers agree on two strengths, the battery and the design, and raise no real complaints.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Vector Meridian

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 10
✕
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%

2.0

Health

21%

6.4

Fitness

16%

7.0

Battery

14%

4.9

Smart features

12%

2.4

Connectivity

9%

7.4

Display & Design

4%

2.1

Hardware

4.7
Reviews score
4.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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
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Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.9
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.7% 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
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% 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
30 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 30 days on a charge, which is longer than 95.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
280 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 280 mAh battery, which is smaller than 61.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.6% 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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What reviewers say
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
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
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
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% 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
?
Display type
MIP LCD
This smartwatch uses MIP LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 62.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 5.7% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
144x 168
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 144x168 which is lower than that of 95.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
240 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 240 ppi, which is lower than 84.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.049 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.049 GHz which is slower than that in 95.4% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0.000512 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0.000512 GB of internal storage, which is less than 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 23.5% of Smartwatches.
512 KB internal storage.
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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Vector Meridian vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 23 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (30 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    30 days vs 7 days
  • 1.2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    10.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • 7.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (35 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    35 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 4.5 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (40.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    40.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 23 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (30 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    30 days vs 7 days
  • 1.2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (10.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    10.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • 7.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (35 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    35 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 4.5 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (40.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    40.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 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 GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 32.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.7/ 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. 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.7

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    6.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    1 review + 2 videos, average 6.7/10. We use 5 reviews; the 2 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (6.7 × 3 + 8.0 × 2) ÷ 5 = 7.2. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.7 vs 7.0
  • 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 heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • 32.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.7/ 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. 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models

    4.7

    Mark 7.3 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    6.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    1 review + 2 videos, average 6.7/10. We use 5 reviews; the 2 missing count as the category's typical 8.0: (6.7 × 3 + 8.0 × 2) ÷ 5 = 7.2. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.7 vs 7.0
  • 12.6% worse value for money
    Vector Meridian has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.89 vs 7.8).
    6.89 vs 7.76
  • 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 heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • 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.
  • 6 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2015
    2015 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 automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • No achievement tracking
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 87% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • No exercise tagging
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 94.2% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 25 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (280 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    280 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (MIP LCD vs AMOLED).
    MIP LCD vs AMOLED
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 144x168, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    144x168 vs 360x360
  • 17 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (62 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    62 g vs 45 g
  • 86 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (240 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    240 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • No touchscreen
    This smartwatch does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.5% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • 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 voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 100% less internal storage
    This smartwatch has less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    512 KB internal storage.
    0.000512 GB vs 4 GB
  • Slower CPU speed
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.049 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.049 GHz vs 1 GHz

Video reviews

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

5.0
MoGaming
≈ estimated
11/03/2016
Short first look · design, display and battery
Verdict
Vector Meridian has a comfortable, well-made design, but its display and features feel too limited for the price.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
20/03/2015
Hands-on test · Battery-first design
Verdict
The Vector Meridian suits buyers who want a claimed 30-day battery life and an always-on screen, but its app store is still young.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Vector Meridian

  • Unbeatable 30-day battery life on a single charge
  • Stylish design that resembles a traditional wristwatch rather than a gadget
  • Always-on monochrome LCD display ensures time is always visible
  • Cross-platform compatibility with iOS, Android, and Windows Phone
  • Water resistant up to 50 metres (5ATM)
  • Privacy-focused notifications that only display when the watch is turned toward the user

What customers don't like about Vector Meridian

  • Monochrome screen is low-resolution and lacks brightness and a touchscreen
  • Limited ecosystem with a small selection of third-party apps
  • Fitness and sleep tracking accuracy can be unreliable or inconsistent
  • Chunky and thick case design may be too large for some users
  • Frequent Bluetooth connectivity and syncing issues reported with certain phone models
  • Lack of advanced features like GPS, heart rate monitor, or a speaker

Verdict

The Vector Meridian is a rectangular smartwatch distinguished by its exceptional 30-day battery life and a focus on traditional horology over complex gadgetry. Built with a solid 316L stainless steel case and mineral glass, it features an always-on 1.3-inch monochrome memory LCD (240x240 px, 261 ppi) that remains highly legible in direct sunlight. The device is 5ATM water-resistant (up to 50 meters) and offers cross-platform compatibility with iOS, Android, and Windows Phone via Bluetooth 4.0 LE. Key pros include its discreet, sensor-activated notification system—which displays alerts only when the wrist is turned toward the user—and its extensive customisation through 'streams' for weather, stocks, and social media. However, notable cons include the lack of a touchscreen (requiring navigation via three physical side buttons), the absence of a heart rate monitor or built-in GPS, and a relatively dim backlight for low-light environments.

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