Google Pixel Watch : Scientific Review

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:55 Heart Rate Test 1: Spinning
04:51 Heart Rate Test 2: Walking
05:18 Heart Rate Test 3: Cycling
07:59 Heart Rate Test 4: Weight Lifting
10:16 Heart Rate Test 5: Compared to Fitbit Sense 2
12:34 Sleep Stage Test 1: Sleep Stages
17:29 Sleep Stage Test 2: Overview
19:18 GPS Tracking Test
22:02 Step Test 1: Real Steps
23:18 Step Test 2: False Steps
24:42 Conclusions & Recommendations

Intro:
Over the last 3 days I have extensively tested the new Google Pixel Watch for its sports and health tracking performance. In this video we will take a detailed look at the heart rate accuracy, sleep tracking performance, GPS tracking, and step counting accuracy of this newly developed watch from Google. I’ll also compare the performance of the Pixel Watch to that of another brand new Google owned smartwatch, the Fitbit Sense 2. If you want to know more about the specs of the new Google Pixel Watch, there are plenty of resources out there, like Google’s website. Therefore, in this video I will focus on unbiased performance testing of the Pixel Watch. So, without further ado, let’s get to the test results, and I want to start off with the heart rate tracking results. In total I tested the Google Pixel Watch during a total of 12 training sessions.

Looking at the Pixel Watch from a sports and health tracking perspective, it feels like it is still lagging behind the competition quite substantially. If we compare it to the Apple Watch, arguably it’s main competitor, the Pixel Watch performs worse in basically all categories based on my testing. The Pixel Watch really feels like a first attempt to me, and I hope Google will learn a lot from creating this watch, and that the second version will be significantly better. I can honestly not really recommend it to most people, given the hefty price tag, and all the better competitors out there. If you are on iOS, I would recommend the Apple Watch SE as the best value for most people. On Android, Huawei Watches are the best for heart rate tracking, and if you do want to focus on sleep tracking, just get a cheap Fitbit Device, which will have the same performance as this Pixel Watch. Therefore, overall, I can only give the Pixel Watch: 3 out of 5 stars.

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[sinnloses]

Bro thank you for your reviews. These test under real conditions and how the data is shown and compared to the competitors is just great. That are the kind of reviews I wish were out there for all things.

[qwertimus]

You are essential, amazing, and class leading; you've set a the bar so high.
I can only hope that as your channel continues to grow it will inspire/pressure larger outlets to improve the quality of their own coverage

[L.I.T.H.I.U.M]

It's really sad to see how most people don't focus on the actual data accuracy in these devices when it's the most important feature in a wearable. Thanks for shedding a light on it.

[JacksonWelch]

Would love to see an updated version of this now that most of the bugs are worked out

[Ruslan-S]

This is incredibly helpful! Please keep making those, you're truly making a difference. The more reviews like this the more there will be focus on real quality from the manufacturers!

[byNades]

It's a decent first entry for Google. I hope they catch up to Apple as they are the clear frontrunner. However, Google is notorious for using software to solve their hardware problems. I wonder if more long term use will generate more accurate results as Google loves their algorithms.

[Nyvel]

Oh noo, right when I'm about to go to sleep. Need to see this one

[seanspark]

Best review channel ever. Been following since your early days, and always rely on your videos before making purchases!

[MrMorton]

I am always so interested and grateful for your video reviews. I love the in depth testing. Often its just a curiosity to see how the technology across the board is improving but sometimes, like in this video, I am particularly interested because I have a direct interest in the product itself. When it was first announced I was very interested in the Pixel Watch especially because I was planning on buying a new Pixel 7 Pro phone (first new phone in many years) and thought this would be a nice companion. Some early reviews though really caused me to put a pause on the purchase. The size and battery life (especially) I found unsatisfactory. Your analysis of the health tracking also confirmed what I thought. Always be wary of First Generation productions. I do hope Google will really try hard to make a strong functioning device soon.

[Juanjo]

I really appreciate this videos and the effort you put on them. I’m looking for my first fitness tracker and this helps a lot. Hope you can fully review the Fitbit Inspire 3 soon

[The_Bailey_show]

Dude I'm so excited to watch this video, you are so thorough and detail-orientated I'm curious to see how my Pixel watch is going to actually turn out,

[pavelvasilache]

You are one of the few ppls i instantly subscribe, no talking shit, straight to the point, all the infos. Good job!

[flipuk]

First time I stumbled upon your channel, awesome work! I've already ordered a Pixel Watch, expecting that there will probably be some quirks in the first gen, but I hadn't found this level of detail in any other reviews I've read/watched. You effor is much appreciated, subscribed.

[mime]

I like the new real steps and GPS tests. Awesome effort. Are you planning to get a comparison with some of the other smart watches on these tests? Totally understand if it's too much work. These are the only reviews I truly trust. Thank you.

[darkfiremat]

it's really good to have someone go through everything and not just giving his opinions but also giving unbiased data!

[captaindcc]

I would love to see an updated video on the Pixel Watch as this is a first gen watch and had many updates and bug fixes. They are also bringing out a Pixel Watch 2, the updated information would show if the PW2 got better cause of the software or just the hardware or didn’t at all 😅 thanks for these amazing videos.

[juliusgaupp]

Would it be possible for you to publish the rusults in a Ranking on your website?
Having a good overview of your tested devices and a link to the video. This would help a lot for the comparison.

I am also waiting for a video compaing blood pressure monitors.

Thank you for all the good work!

[ervalkat]

I just wanted to thank you for your excellent testing videos. Also, thanks for the upcoming thorough test of the Fitbit Sense 2. I did purchase this watch to replace my Versa 3, and though I enjoy using it, I understand it has limitations. I was a bit disappointed to see that the new Pixel watch outperformed the Sense 2 in your initial tests, but I look forward to a more comprehensive review!

[valentinschacke]

Very cool that you compare all new result with your old results from the old devices. I hope that the companies see your reviews and can learn from your analysis.
Please let us know if google dropped some updates which improve the accuracy.

Have a nice Monday!