Room for improvement. Good things come to those who wait - or do they? For years, there have been rumors about a Pixel Watch. Now it is finally here and has to measure up to some powerful competitors. Our test finds out about its strength and weaknesses.

consistent design, smooth operation, Smart Home control, phone function

only one size, operation uses two apps, setup process can be tricky

The first Google Pixel Watch was always going to be a test of how much Google could make up for some lost time. And with Fitbit built into the core of a revamped Wear OS, it does successfully manage to leapfrog a lot of the competition right out of the box.

Classy and slim design, Fitbit integration is a great addition, Superb sleep tracking

Google kept us waiting a long time for the Google Pixel Watch and what it has delivered is a smartwatch that looks good, but ultimately can’t hide the fact there are some bugs that hamper the experience. If Google can get those things addressed, it’ll be a far more likeable smartwatch.

Cleaner feeling version of Wear OS, Crisp display, Fitbit added into the mix, If you want a sleek-looking Wear OS smartwatch: The software runs smooth, Wear OS looks nicer than it does on other Wear watches and that’s wrapped up in a small, but attractive design.

Battery drain, Awkward to change straps, Sub-par sports tracking, You want the best smartwatch for Android users: Unfortunately, beneath that sleek hardware and software exterior, there’s some unwelcome bugs, particularly in the battery and exercise tracking department.

Google Pixel Watch - Starting At $350 Google’s Pixel Watch is an excellent Wear OS smartwatch that integrates tightly into Google’s ecosystem but suffers a bit from sub-par battery life. However, the Pixel Watch finally gives us a solid Apple Watch alternative for Android users.

Excellent design, Gorgeous screen, Responsive software and experience, Tight Google ecosystem integration

The Google Pixel watch prioritises striking looks over stamina

Sleek design; Mostly solid HR and GPS tracking; High-quality haptics;

Under 24-hour battery life in always-on mode; Slightly too expensive; Ruggedness traded for style;

It’s beautiful, smart and even tells the time, but it’s very clear the Pixel Watch is Google's first attempt and it falls short on a few things.

The Pixel Watch is a good first try for Google but it isn’t yet up to par with rival smartwatches, including Samsung’s Galaxy Watch line, which use the same software. It is a small, well-made watch that is responsive and merges the best of Fitbit with Google’s Wear OS.

Pros: responsive, smooth design, 50m water resistance, Fitbit, Play Store, all Google apps including Maps, Pay and Assistant, good integration with Google ecosystem, good watch faces, works with most Android phones.

Cons: short battery life, Fitbit limited for workout tracking, not repairable, expensive, small size only, strap release a bit fiddly, not compatible with an iPhone.

Sitting down to write a review about the Google Pixel Watch is both exciting and a bit surprising. It’s exciting because this is Google’s first watch, a watch we’ve been begging them to build for a number of years. It’s surprising because I had arrived mentally at a place where I assumed they’d...

Minimal styling stands out from other smartwatches; WearOS is user-friendly and shows promise; FitBit health tracking is accurate and extensive;

Only one size, which can look small on many wrists; Battery barely scrapes a day with always-on screen; Display bezel is very chunky;