Google Pixel Watch 3
Exact average 86.2 · all scores printed by the outlets
Image: Google8 professional reviewers tested the Google Pixel Watch 3, and 8 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and display. Most common complaint: battery life.
Reviewed by Android Central, Trusted Reviews, Digital Trends and 5 more
The catch: The domed glass scratches easily, and the small size has weaker battery.
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What 8 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90Android Central
Google's strongest watch yet with a much improved display, long-lasting battery and tight Pixel integration, though durability and GPS accuracy are weaker.
Read Android Central review - 90Trusted Reviews
Fixes the predecessors' main flaws with a better-fitting 45mm size and two-day battery life, making it one of the best Android smartwatches, though the domed glass scratches easily.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 90Digital Trends
The best smartwatch Google has made, with a bigger size, great hardware, strong battery and health features; only minor flaws like scratches and paywalled Fitbit extras.
Read Digital Trends review - 90Tech Advisor
A feature-rich watch in two sizes with excellent design, better battery in the large model and improving Fitbit integration; the main complaint is cost.
Read Tech Advisor review - 90Tom's Guide
The 45mm model is a standout Android wearable with 48-hour battery life and comfortable fit, while the small version offers few gains over the previous watch.
Read Tom's Guide review - 80WIRED
A polished, best-looking smartwatch that finally feels like the Apple Watch for Android, best in 45mm, with accurate tracking, though battery is about a day.
Read WIRED review - 80The Disconnekt
A great smartwatch for Android users with a lovely display, good battery and standout Fitbit-powered health tracking.
Read The Disconnekt review - 80TechRadar
A handsome, Fitbit-flavoured smartwatch in two sizes that suits Pixel and non-Samsung Android users, though the glass front is not very durable and the small one lasts about a day.
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Common questions
Is the Google Pixel Watch 3 worth it?
Most critics think so: 8 of 8 recommend it. The domed glass scratches easily, and the small size has weaker battery.
Do critics agree about the Google Pixel Watch 3?
Critics agree: scores range from 80 (WIRED) to 90 (Android Central), a spread of 10 points across 8 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What do critics dislike about the Google Pixel Watch 3?
Battery life (2 of 8 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Google Pixel Watch 3?
The Coros Nomad (critic score 89), top pick, narrowly.