Fitbit - Pixel Watch 3

GW5 LTE to PW 3 WiFi. My wife and I both switched. The Galaxy Watch never would keep a good connection to her heart rate due to her tattoos. The Pixel Watch rarely ever loses connection to it. We could not wear the Galaxy Watch during sleep as within a couple of days we would have a sore on our wrists. I wore the PW every night for 6 weeks before a sore appeared and that was my own fault for not cleaning it well enough after cutting the grass (dirt and sweat seem to be what did it). I swapped arms for a few days and then swapped arms back and make sure to clean it well with an alcohol wipe whenever I do yardwork in my watch. Step counting is off when I am cutting the grass where the GW was always pretty good with it. Not a big deal though as overall it counts a similar amount of calories which is more important to me. Counting steps when I am walking is pretty much the same on either. My workouts are primarily weights and walking. I actually like the way the Pixel Watch tracks those better than the Galaxy Watch. I am getting used to how Cardio Load and some of the other measures work, but I think I like them. The breathing rate, Blood Oxygen, Resting Heart Rate, Heart Rate Variability, and Skin Temp Variation are nice although I do not know how medically accurate they are. I will say that sync is not as instantaneous as the GW5 was. Sometimes it takes a bit to transfer data to the phone. I am not sure if there is a way to help that or not. Customization is lacking in things like ordering apps or changing sounds, but that is minor. One thing I absolutely miss is the hourly chime. I had not realized how much I counted on it for things.

Just switched to the [Google Pixel Watch 3](https://www.reviewni.com/product/B0D9138ZXM) after years on Fossil (RIP their smartwatch division), and seriously, this thing is the best smartwatch out there for Android users, hands down. I debated between this and the OnePlus Watch 2 (looked at Samsungs and Garmin too), but Wear OS 5 and that classic Pixel look won me over, and I haven’t looked back. Right out of the box, setup was a breeze since basically everything syncs through my Google account. The battery is a huge step up from my aging Fossil, even with always-on display, it gets me through a workday with plenty to spare. (I just plop it on the charger overnight, so it’s always fresh.) Functionally, it’s ace! Notifications are clear, calls come through loud, Google Assistant is snappy, and the Fitbit features are legit (I was worried about missing Google Fit, but turns out Fitbit’s better). Plus the screen is bright, crisp, and responsive, making old watches feel ancient.

I've used the Pixel Watch 3 for the last year and upgraded to [Samsung Galaxy Watch 8](https://www.reviewni.com/product/B0F7QD4HSD) recently. Honestly Watch 8 just nails it! The new bezel design took me a second to warm up to, but honestly, it gives the watch a modern, unique vibe that stands out. Switching up watch bands is super easy (once you get the hang of the latch thing), plus you get way more watchface options and can really tweak backgrounds and fonts, which is a nerdy dream. The new “folders” system for tiles/apps is a game changer. It keeps everything way more organized than the Google Pixel, and you can customize the heck out of it. Health, Fitness, Basic and set your own categories, stick your most used apps wherever you want. Battery life’s solid too, I wore it all day and only used 10%. And it's comfy, looks slick, and charges up with a little more info on the screen now. Honestly, Samsung’s attention to detail and customization blows the Pixel Watch 3 out of the water.

PW 3 is MUCH better than the OG. Sleep tracking works every single night. It charges much, much faster. The battery lasts longer. The UI is quicker. Apps update faster. Fitness tracking is more accurate.

This is already possible on the PW1 and has been in use since the market launch. When I tested PW3, I only got to max 36 hours. So in stayed with PW1.

That's interesting. I was really disappointed and had the PW3 with 45mm but then returned it and continued to use the PW1. I'm rather impressed that she still holds out so well. Another reason is the constant changes to the charging port. I charge the PW1 90% via Qi because my third-party pad is ironically compatible. Now I wanted to upgrade to the latest model this year, but the new charging port makes sure that every case looks terrible or needs to be removed when charging... Hopefully the PW1 will last another year and we'll just get Qi2.

I have talked about this before. I'll give short review. Before buying the watch, make sure the feature "loss of Pulse detection" is approved to work in where you live. In Canada loss of Pulse detection isn't approved by health Canada yet. The watch has a very minimal advantage over the pixel watch 2 (in terms of health tracking accuracy). For more info, check out the quantified scientist on YouTube. Pixel watch 3 is an upgrade if you go for a 45mm size. Pixel watch 3 doesn't allow you to store pictures on the watch like Samsung watches. Pixel watch 3 doesn't play music through the watch's built-in speaker. (Unlike Samsung watches) Pixel watch 3 whether 41mm or 45mm, with always on display on, it can't get more than 2 days battery so get familiar with charging it every day or so. The watch tracks body temperature but in an odd way that compares it to the previous day temperature. It usually gives values like +0.4c +1c but never actually tells you if your body temperature is 32°c like apple or Samsung watches.

OnePlus Watch 3 would be better than PW3. I'm using a PW3.

I have them both and I love them both. I’ve ultimately settled on the Pixel Watch 3 because I like fitbits tracking better. But it’s a hard call, because the battery life of the OP watch 3 is crazy good

Pixel watch 3 or 4. Both will last you comfortably more than 24h, especially the 4. Some of the best sensors and sleep tracking there is. A step down on health tracking but by no means bad is the oneplus watch 3. Much better battery life and tougher build.

Smartwatches aren't really medical devices, you should really consult with your doctor for advice in a proper monitoring device. That being said, if you have an android phone, pixel watches are hard to beat. Best heart rate sensors and continuous heart rate monitoring. ECG cannot be monitored passively as you need to close a circuit around your body, which means there's an electrode underneath the watch and the other is the crown, you must take spot readings with the opposite hand you're wearing it on.

I have experience with multiple Garmin watches and the Pixel Watch 3 but will both track sleep and health really well. The question is do you want A) a smart watch that integrates really well with your phone and can do cool things but has a shorter battery life, or need LTE or B) One that has less smart watch functions (but can still respond to texts and show messages) but only needs charged once a week or less and can track many walks or other activities during that time. I have a Venu 3 and really like the Garmin health tracking system and battery life, but also have a pixel watch 3 that I use for taking calls on runs and better interactions with my smart home setup. I've tested the sleep tracking on both and it's pretty similar. 

Cool.  Almost all Garmin models are Bluetooth/WiFi only.  You'll get 2 free years of data and texting with a Pixel watch 3 or 4 LTE, but can cancel after, not activate it or buy the WiFi only version for a little cheaper.  As far as subscriptions both Garmin and Fitbit offer subscriptions for AI workout recommendations and analysis but all regular health and sleep metrics are free.  The Fitbit one has an instructor led workout component like peloton and Garmin is trying to be an all trails competitor but I've never paid for either and have never felt like I'm missing out.

Well you have a pixel 8a there are some benifits like were mentioned by getting the pixel like payments and even more. Like synced alarms, do not disturb, calendar, reminders, tasks and such. Some of that works with a Samsung watch just not fully well. Your not into fitness but what about over all health? Maybe try out sleep tracking and stress? Cycle tracking (assuming Female that is) It's fun to watch your metrics and just see what your body is doing. Food tracking, step tracking just for fun. Also what about LTE so you can use the watch if your phone dies, lost, or stolen and can still make calls get texts in emergency's. All of that can be done in most of the big name watches but if you want the smart features you want to probably stick with Samsung and Pixel watches. I have used a Samsung watch (Pro 5 then Ultra 7) for the last 3.5 years, long before that I was Fitbit fan and jumped to Pixel 1 when it was release before going to Samsung. Recently tried Garmin Venue 3 (NOT a smartwatch) right back to Pixel watch 3. I really enjoy and like my Pixel 3 it syncs and works perfect with my Pixel 9 when the phone goes into DnD the watch does. When I set an alarm on ether one it sets it on the other. When your using your phone and text comes in it will not buzz your watch. It's little things like that you can set up.

From a pure fitness tracking and sensors point of view Pixel is much much better. GPS the Galaxy Ultra 7 is the only one out of the bunch same for Battery though that thing is heavy and bulky. The pixel sensors still blow it away though. Sleep tracking- I think both are good at picking up when you fall asleep and wake up however what ever algorithm Samsung uses right now is out of whack. It's so lenient it's almost worthless. 5 hours of sleep, 10 min or REM and no deep? Hell ya great job 89 sleep score for you! (over exaggeration a bit) Pixel is better. The apps they both use is subjective, Samsung Health and Fitbit, I think both do about the the same job and I believe both are getting updates soon. Fitbit does have a paywall but the stuff behind it is only worth it if you want some extra AI and metrics over what you already get. Most people don't use it past the free 6 months. The WearOS skin is also Subjective but both are nice, I like Pixel a bit more only because of the look and feel of the app drawer in the oneUI skin is meh. The last thing is what phone your pairing it with. While you will get almost all functionality across Android there are some quality of life stuff that comes along with paring in the same eco system. Also Samsung has locked a few things, ECG Blood pressure (if allowed in your country and if you will use it, probably only once then never again) I'm talking Alarm, DND and Mode syncing stuff, not a big deal but if you set it on your phone or watch it will push to the other device. Sometimes wont happen if you have a pixel phone and Samsung watch or Samsung phone with pixel watch. Again not earth shattering or watch breaking and proably wouldn't notice it.