Updated 19 Oct 2026
Is the Google Pixel Watch 5 worth it?
Yes — the best smartwatch for Android.
It works with any Android phone, not just Google's, and is one of the most polished smartwatches around. New dual-band GPS is very accurate, health tracking includes ECG and loss-of-pulse detection, and it charges quickly. The 45mm model lasts up to about two days, the 41mm less, and using GPS drains it fast. Some of Google's health coaching needs a paid subscription, and it doesn't work with iPhone.
Good to know
- Battery lasts one to two days, and GPS drains it quickly.
- Some health coaching needs a paid subscription.
- Some features weren't ready at launch.
- Thick and fairly heavy for its size.
- Works with any Android phone
- Very accurate GPS
- Fast charging
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Get it if…
- You have an Android phone and want the most polished smartwatch.
- You want accurate GPS for runs and walks.
Skip it if…
- You want several days of battery: a Garmin lasts far longer.
- You have a Samsung phone and want every Samsung Health feature.
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How we reached this verdict
TechRadar, Trusted Reviews and Android Central all give it 4/5. TechRadar praises its highly accurate GPS and health features but finds the battery short; Trusted Reviews calls it one of the most polished smartwatches around; Android Central likes the two-day battery and fast charging but notes some features weren't ready at launch.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: TechRadar, Trusted Reviews, Android Central, Google, Tom's Guide, TechRadar, TechRadar, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 19 Oct 2026How we decide