Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve been using the Google Pixel Watch 4 (45 mm) for a few weeks now, and I can honestly say it’s the best smartwatch experience I’ve ever had on Android. I was excited but also a little skeptical when ordering it — I’ve tried other smartwatches before, and most of them either looked bulky, lagged, or didn’t last through the day. But Google really nailed it this time. Design & Build: The first thing I noticed when I unboxed it was how premium it looks and feels. The larger 45 mm size gives it a bold, high-end presence without being too heavy or awkward. The domed glass face, stainless-steel body, and clean curved edges make it look elegant and modern — it easily passes for a traditional designer watch. The new band design is soft, secure, and comfortable enough to wear 24/7, whether I’m at work, in the gym, or sleeping. Display: The display is stunning. It’s bright, crisp, and vibrant even outdoors under direct sunlight. The always-on option is smooth and responsive, and I love how customizable the watch faces are. I can go from a professional look during meetings to a sporty style for workouts in just a few taps. Performance: This thing runs buttery smooth. The upgraded processor and improved Wear OS make a huge difference. Swiping through apps, checking messages, controlling music — everything feels instant. The haptics are subtle but satisfying, and Google Assistant now responds faster and more naturally than ever. Health & Fitness Tracking: The Fitbit integration is spot-on. Heart-rate tracking is accurate, sleep monitoring is detailed, and I’ve started using the stress and mindfulness features daily. I’ve tracked runs, bike rides, and gym sessions — all with consistent results. The new temperature sensor and workout auto-detection are nice bonuses that actually work as advertised. Battery Life: Battery life has been better than expected. I typically get around a day and a half with the always-on display and continuous tracking. On lighter days, I can even push it to two full days. And when I do need to charge, it powers up really fast — I can go from nearly empty to 80 % in under an hour. Integration & Everyday Use: If you use a Pixel phone, the experience is seamless. Notifications sync instantly, answering calls or messages from the wrist works great, and Google Wallet makes tap-to-pay super convenient. I even use it to control smart home devices, check weather, and navigate when driving — all without touching my phone. PROS: - Premium look and feel - Excellent Fitbit health tracking - Fast and responsive - Accurate fitness tracking - Quick charging - Great Pixel integration - Comfortable to wear all day CONS: - Battery could last a bit longer for heavy users - App selection is still smaller than Apple’s Final Thoughts: Overall, this is exactly what I’ve been waiting for from Google — a smartwatch that finally delivers on every front: looks, performance, and reliability. The Pixel Watch 4 (45 mm) feels like a true flagship device that completes the Pixel ecosystem. If you’re an Android user — especially with a Pixel phone — don’t overthink it. This is the one to get. It’s stylish, smart, and surprisingly dependable.

I've had a few smart watches over the years, even some smart wearables (not truly smart watches) before that. Generally, I've been satisfied with them. The Apple Watch was my entry into the space, and it very quickly became something I relied heavily on throughout my day. Lately I've switched back to Android, specifically, the Galaxy S25 Ultra. I was generally not interested in foldables, so found myself in the Samsung ecosystem and got a Galaxy Watch. Curious, though, I got my hands on the Pixel 10 Pro Fold and it also became a very exciting product to use all the time. I was expecting to switch back to my S25 Ultra, but that just didn't happen. So naturally, I became curious about the rest of the Google ecosystem, and specifically, the Pixel watch. I've kept an eye on it, and this 4th gen watch was curious enough for me to explore further. Now, big difference between the Galaxy and the Pixel: Pixel's watch looks very fun, whimsical, playful. Galaxy watch is masculine and industrial, so they are starkly different. And right out of the box, I didn't like the Pixel Watch 4. I didn't like how high it sat off my wrist versus the Galaxy, and I didn't like the display: it looked too….bubbly. I don't know, it was hard to explain. But I didn't like it. I also didn't like the stock watch face selection. Customizing the complications on a watch face is always a love-hate experience for me, because I love the flexibility that Android Wear offers, but that often means you spend more time looking for the perfect face and never finding it. I STILL don't have a watch face I'm satisfied with, and I keep changing it. Another thing, I didn't like the moonstone band. It was too light. The case color was fine; you see mostly black on the top anyway. I'm actually partial to the braided-loop style bands, so bought a cheap hook-and-latch (you know, Velcro, but not Velcro, because that's a brand) watchband on Amazon, because I didn't want to spend a bunch of money on something that I didn't think I'd wear for long. Then I wore it for a few days, and curiosity again got the better of me, so I switched back to the silicone band it came with. One thing I will say–the mechanism for swapping out the bands on the Pixel Watch 4 is lovely, and the only one I've seen that can be operated with one hand. I love that. So, swapping the band, switched over to the silicone and wore it for a few more days. Over that few days, as I interacted more with the stock Android Wear OS, I grew to love the experience (despite not being completely enamored with the overall design of the physical watch). And that stock OS experience is where I think Google's biggest competitive advantage lies: Just like on my Pixel phone, I quickly adjusted to the "OG" OS experience–and this is coming from someone who rather likes Samsung's One UI skin quite a bit. I would still like to see a more industrial-looking design option for the Pixel series watches. That's an edge that Samsung has right now–multiple options based on your style and personality. Pixel is limited in that department, and a watch face is only going to change the personality of the watch so much. But, after about a week, I really like this watch. My Galaxy Watch sits on a table in the living room, and I'm really struggling with whether or not I want to switch back. There's something about the overall seamlessness of the stock OS experience that is keeping me from making that switch. We'll see where it goes in another week… if I can't find a good watch face, that might be the deal breaker (also, no cellular, which I rely on a lot…but cellular is an option, just not the one I have). But overall, the Pixel Watch 4 is legit. Definitely like this one.

The Google Pixel Watch 4 in 45MM is one of the most fun smart watches I have ever had the chance to use. It pairs and continues to pair so well with my google pixel pro 10. The domed display is incredibly cool to look at and interact with and the fact that it is a nice size makes it incredibly legible. Google calls the display a 360 Actua display (look it up they explain it really well) but I highly recommend if you are on the fence for purchasing this product that you go to a store and see one in person because it is very impressive. Google states that you will get roughly 40 hours of battery life which is exceptional but with my testing I get a little bit less than that (I can't give a true estimate because the watch doesn't leave my wrist unless I am charging it) but I can wear the watch all day and night and the battery lasts. The AI built into this is also very cool, if you are into fitness, then this will provide personalized fitness plans. Those work and are very cool. I also love that Fitbit and Google are completely integrated (since the acquisition) and I was excited to see how they would make it work. It is a fantastic user experience. Having Gemini on my wrist happens to be extremely useful and I have been interacting with it a lot more than I thought I would. Asking it random questions throughout the day or having it feed me location information is incredibly useful, especially when out on a run. I am also a big fan of the additional strap options and plan on purchasing the metal bracelet for it. I highly recommend the pixel watch 4 and truly believe it is the best competitor to the Apple Watch.

This is the best pixel watch I've used. I'm also happier they added a bigger size option as well. The last pixel watch I've used is the Pixel watch 2. I find this larger screen lets me see it easier . Also the battery life is better from my experience so far with it. Also integrated with Fitbit as well which is great. You can also use googles health app as well if you want to. This is the wifi model but there is an option for cellular as well If you wanted that. I mostly use smart watches for notifications and etc but I do use it to track how much I walk and works well with that. Ive also used it to track my sleep as well. The best newest feature for me coming from the pixel watch 2 is the brighter screen with its peak brightness of 3000 nits. It makes it a lot easier to see outside. It's integration with Gemini also is great as well. I mostly ask it for the weather and the time and works great for that . Sometimes I'll ask it questions that might pertain to directions and I don't want to take out my phone . The battery life is rated as 40 hours with this model and I get close enough for that which is a major difference from the pixel watch 2 for me as well .

I haven’t received it yet. I’m excited to get my watch. I’ve heard great reviews on it. I like Best Buy.

The journey for finding a watch that is compatible with Android that is solid, attractive, and useful may be over with the Pixel Watch 4. This is the first Google watch I have experienced. I had been watching (pun intended) the Pixel Watch evolution with interest, I liked the shape and concept of WatchOS they were showing, but they were too small for me and weren’t showing the best numbers for battery and health stat accuracy at first. This generation seems to have solved the issues that mattered to me. First, I have the 45mm size and I really like it. It’s not huge but big enough that the screen is easy to read and interact with, but it’s also small and svelte enough to wear for sleep tracking which is not something I would say for many past watches I’ve used. The screen has the roll off effect on the edge that makes the watch faces look so slick and yet the edge doesn’t detract from the function of the apps and watch itself. The animation of scrolling through things like notifications also look really sweet on this roll off screen. It gets plenty bright in sunlight and the brightness autocorrects for your surroundings smoothly which is appreciated. I have been able to wear it for two days without charging if I’m just using it as a smartwatch. From a fitness standpoint I am pleased, although Google puts some fitness tracking and statistics behind the Fitbit paywall and I’m not happy about that, but it’s not the watch’s flaw. There is still plenty of included tracking and statistical reporting that you can easily use it for working out, hiking, etc. I’ve never used smartwatches for swimming but there is waterproofing enough for it. On a hike I get about 15 hours of battery for the day using gps and maps. Pretty respectable. I have also compared the heart rate instrument to a chest strap monitor and the heart rate tracking is pretty accurate. No worries there. I don’t use the functions of body readiness and sleep scores generally, but there is that sort of functionality too. The band mechanism for attaching is pretty slick too, albeit proprietary so if you want other bands, third party options, you’ll have to make sure they are made for the Pixel. I really like the Pixel Watch 4. I paired with a Pixel phone as well as with a Samsung device and both worked seamlessly. There is some additional functionality with the Pixel phone, but I actually really enjoyed using it with the Samsung device. This really won’t work with an iPhone, so it’s best to keep that in mind. I say don’t hesitate to consider this watch when looking for an Android centric device.

TLDR: The Pixel Watch is tightly integrated with Google's Pixel phones, but suffers from a serious lack of battery life that the competition excels at. PROS Seamlessly integrated with Google Phones Google Gemini on your wrist Fitbit coaching and analytics at your fingertips Clear speaker and audio CONS Poor battery life Weak haptics SET-UP Every time I get a new Android based product, I'm pleasantly surprised at how iOS-esque the set-up process has become. I remember the early days of Android when getting a new device was a chore. Manually adding each and every app and setting, pairing, logging in, etc. The new process is so much smoother and less dramatic. It is a refreshing change from days past. I paired the Pixel watch with a new Google Pixel 10 Pro. The whole process was seamless and drama-free. With both products being from big G, the watch pulled over all my information from my GMAIL and other Google accounts. The only piece of information I needed to enter was my height and weight for the Fitbit app. Slick! USE This is my 5th smart watch from the 3rd different manufacturer. I started with 2 watches named after celestial bodies in the solar system because they match my phones, then to a smart watch I never thought about trying from the U.S.'s largest GPS manufacturer, now the Pixel watch. The difference in setting up my Pixel watch versus the other 4 is a night-and-day difference. Long gone are the days of manually entering data and apps and more data and more apps. I have a love/hate relationship with the Google Pixel watch. I really like how tightly integrated it is with my Pixel phone. It is the closest I've ever had to a watch being a true extension of the phone. This is primarily due to the Gemini app being so well thought out on the watch. It's not like a rudimentary assistant. If you can ask it, or type it, of Google, you can do the same with the watch and Gemini. Need directions? No sweat. Ask Gemini to route you. Not only will it show up on your watch, it opens the Google Maps app on your phone. Need an answer to a question? No sweat. Ask Gemini on your wrist. Need to add something to your calendar? Just tell the watch. No phone interaction needed. Need an alarm? Not to worry. Ask Gemini & she will set one on the watch and phone simultaneously. Like a said, it is neat and tidy integration with both devices being intertwined. Fitbit integration is another huge selling point for the watch. Fitbit functions nearly identically on the watch as it does the phone. Fitbit support and implementation is even better than my GPS manufacturer's product line and apps. It is a true seamless experience from the wrist to the phone. However, don't expect instant results. Fitbit needs a good 5 days of analysis before it really kicks in and offers meaningful feedback like sleep performance, cardio load, etc. If you are already invested in Google's ecosystem, you will love the Pixel Watch. It's like the final piece of the puzzle that will tie all your Google devices together. Phone, watch, Fitbit, Nest, Gemini, you name it and the Pixel Watch is the one thing Google needed to make their ecosystem feel complete. The last point I want to talk about is audio quality. It is tremendously better than my previous watch. Whether it be phone calls, talking to or listening to a Gemini response, you name it. Audio is crisp and clear. It was one of the very few complaints I had about my last smartwatch. Callers could not understand what I was saying when talking into the watch. Not with the Pixel. Callers have said I am very clear and understandable and same could be said about their voices. Everything is clear and intelligible. NEGATIVES I have only 2 major issues with the Pixel watch. First and foremost is the battery life. I've read reviews from around the interwebs with people praising the 45mm Pixel's battery life. I'm averaging about 2 - 2.5 days of battery life with Battery Saver turned on. Unfortunately, battery saver often delays or misses text notifications and alerts. So, while it does extend overall battery life, it does so at a cost of convenience. If I had come directly from my celestial named products, or even a fruit-based watch, I would have thought that doubling my battery life was game changing. My previous watch was made by the leading GPS manufacturer. I could easily get 5 days with moderate use, up to 7 days with minimal use. No battery saver, no skimping, no extreme measures to conserve power. The watch lasted a long time. I loved it. I travel a lot for work, and it was so nice knowing I could leave home on a Monday, come back on a Friday, and not have to take a charger, as I would still have battery left. Battery anxiety was a thing of the past. Not with the Pixel watch. Battery anxiety is back. No weeklong battery life. My second gripe is the weak haptics. Even at the highest setting, the haptics are considerably weaker than all my other watches. I often miss notifications because I don't feel the watch vibrate. I hear the notifications more than I feel them from haptics. CONCLUSION If you are heavily vested in the Google ecosystem, the Pixel Watch would be a no-brainer. As long as you can live with the battery life, it is a great addition to the Pixel ecosystem. Gemini and Fitbit are great additions. I find myself using the Gemini app more than I actually type to Google anymore. So convenient. But I'm still struggling with accepting battery life. Going from 5 - 7 days down to approximately 2 is a huge pill to swallow. Did my previous watch have Gemini? No. Did it become an extension of my phone? No. It was more of a true smartwatch. Excelling in fitness, texts, and notifications. I guess this is what the choice really boils down to. If you just want something that does the basics and does them well, the Pixel Watch isn't for you. If you want a device that becomes an extension of your phone and integrates itself into your daily life, the Pixel Watch is more for you. A must-have for a Pixel phone owner. RECOMMENDED

I am very pleased to be wearing a Pixel Watch 4. The domed design is beautiful, and fit and finish are exquisite. When paired to my Android phone I have ready access to Gemini as my AI assistant. Things I do with my watch include: - Tell time, day, and date of course! - Get a full weather forecast with a simple swipe of the watch face - Initiate a voice query with Gemini by raising my hand and talking (my favorite feature!) - Plan a bus route through my city - Set an alarm - Play music to my ear buds - Snap a selfie with my wife while my phone is 10 ft away (with my Pixel phone) - Receive and answer text messages (using voice or the extremely well designed keyboard that supports swipe input) - Answer telephone calls! - Pay for my groceries - See my steps, heart rate, calories burned, and check my sleep score (full workout and sleep data are available in the Fitbit app) - Check workout and training data - Check my calendar - Find my exact location within Google Maps, right on the watch face - The watch has a feature called “safety check”, but I haven’t tried this yet The watch is easy to read in all conditions, including full sunlight. I have the 45mm model, and it might appear large, but it is extremely comfortable. (I often forget that it is even there!) I like the larger size so that I can see details on the watch face more easily. Options for personalization are plentiful. The battery seems to be reasonable, in that I only have to charge the watch every other day. Charging is performed wirelessly with an elegant little charger that plugs into any USB-C power source. Charging is very fast! I would definitely recommend the Pixel Watch 4 to anyone who has an Android phone and wishes to have an elegant wearable assistant with all the features one would expect from a premium device.

The pixel watch 4 (fat version) is a nice looking watch. It's sporting that domed glass that looks so good on these smartwatch displays. In the box you get the charger, bands, watch, and some documentation. That's it. Setup is ... bad. It's not a good experience. This is paired with a newish pixel phone, so I'd expect the process to be simple. It was anything but. So the first thing I do is unbox the watch and get it charging while I look up the instructions via the qr code. Not much information there so I just wing it. The watch didn't boot up immediately on the charger, I had to hold the crown to get it to start up but then we were off. From powering on to being a usable smart watch probably took a total of 15 minutes. But then there were updates. And restarts. So we're talking closer to 45 minutes before the watch is in a usable state. Great that's one done. Next step. Attach the band. This tested my sanity to its limits. I have no idea who decided this was the right way to attach/detach a watch band to a watch, but it is honestly the worst thing that's ever happened on this planet. I almost boxed the watch up right there. I'm reading instructions, looking at diagrams, looking at videos, and yet the band remained unattached. You have to hold the band at an angle and force the lower side into its slot with the force of a thousand suns, then slam the other side down into the slot before it knows what happened. If you're lucky the band has been successfully attached. If not, you are now insane. So band attached, cool. Now let's dig into the health features. Huh ... gotta log into fitbit. Cool cool I had an existing account. This was the next hurdle. When I entered my credentials the fitbit app said I had to be logged out so I could log in through pixel watch. So it logs me out and I log back in, receive the same message, rinse and repeat. I actually never solved this, I could not break the loop. After about twenty minutes the app decided that my multiple logins were good enough and health data finally started syncing. So how's the experience so far? It's just ok honestly. I like the look of the watch, but it's much more uncomfortable than what I'm used to wearing. Wear it loose or tight, doesn't matter, this thing is irritating. This is a me problem though right? It might be the most comfortable wearable you've ever use ymmv. The health tracking features are what I'm really interested in here, but the watch behaves oddly. At times it doesn't seem to record and other times it records data that doesn't exist. Example: took the watch off for awhile because it was irritating me. Put it back on after an hour or so and it had added some 300+ steps despite neither the watch, or phone, being on my person. Weird. So i don't know how reliable the health tracking on this thing is. It created heart rate data from whole cloth while the watch wasn't being worn. I don't know what's going on here, but I certainly wouldn't rely on this thing to actively monitor your health Aside from the very questionable health tracking features I guess you can use it as a very tiny screen if that's your thing. It works well for quickly browsing through notifications, the screen is actually great for that, but you're always going to be better off going to the phone. I don't like my watch ringing and vibrating all the time and unfortunately there are multiple menus and methods for silencing the watch, which work to one degree or another. For granular control, use the pixel watch app for per app notification control - although some of them cannot be disabled (e.g. phone). For brute force stop everything, you can silence everything from the quick actions toggle (pull down from the top of watch). I'd like to have the silence control available in the pixel watch app, but that's a minor nitpick Uh what else ... battery life is good I guess. Dunno, very underwhelmed with this one. Watch is uncomfortable, erroneously reports data when it isn't even being worn, has the most difficult to attach watch band I've ever seen, and has a proprietary charger (charges pretty quickly tho). I'm not gonna recommend this one. Hopefully another band will make it more comfortable and updates will sort out whatever is going on with health tracking. Can't recommend it right now.