Google Pixel Watch 3

We finally get a bigger size! ; Moderate battery improvements ; Lots of neat Google integrations ; Good running updates ; Readiness and Cardio Load scores not locked behind paywall

It’s best with a Pixel phone ; Loss of Pulse detection is Europe-only for now

The cynic in me knows the best smartwatch for you hinges on which phone you have . I can see the lock-in. But the optimist thinks this is Google’s ambient computing vision coming alive. It’s early days, and yeah, sometimes it takes a touch too long for...

Useful holistic health metrics ; Detailed running guidance ; Accurate heart rate monitoring ; Excellent sleep tracking

Expensive ; No new sensors ; Some metrics take weeks to calibrate

Google's Pixel Watch 3 gains a larger display and fresh Fitbit-powered health insights to remain one of the best Android smartwatches.

Still the best-looking smartwatch. Bigger 45-mm size is the way to go, with a day or more of battery life. Auto Bedtime Mode is helpful. Accurate health and fitness capabilities. Better integration with Google apps.

Loss of Pulse unavailable in the US at launch. Needs more accessories. Running features may not give you the full picture.

Finally, two sizes and a bezel-less screen on both ; Still a sleek, modern build

No improvement to battery life over Pixel Watch 2 ; No change to the band attachment mechanism

Offering a snappy experience that's now available in two sizes, with a new 45mm option which should suit larger wrists better, the Pixel Watch 3 is shaping up to compete strongly with rival smartwatches. Google is looking to offer more than the Galaxy...

Two size options ; Two days of battery life (45mm model) ; Useful sleep, wellness and training insights ; Twice the screen brightness of the Pixel Watch 2 ; Advanced running form metrics

One day of battery life (41mm model) ; Lengthy multi-week calibration period for metrics like Target Load

Google’s third iteration of the Pixel Watch is a winner, particularly the new, larger 45mm model which sports a 40% larger screen than its predecessor and offers up to 48 hours of battery life per charge (compared to just 24 hours for the 41mm Pixel...