I have a Pixel 6 Pro (yeah I know I'm behind, but like not being under contract) and I'm torn between the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, Pixel Watch 2 and Garmin Venu 3.
Have pixel 9 pro and returned my watch 6. Definitely a choice of a pixel or a garmin, or oneplus watch 2. Samsung is not worth it if you want to get all the moneys worth for the health features but if you’re not focused on that, you’re okay with a watch 6.
Most features are not behind fitbit and have the choice to use others like Google fit, or others if you choose. Samsung have doubled up on the apps, so have a Samsung skin snd appS on top of android, meaning massive bloatware and less than 1/2 storage of the pixel. Also pixel has far more accuracy also. And so what, google only has gorilla glass? Been using analog watches for years with just mineral glass and not stretched the screen. A smaller watch is less prone to getting it knocked anyway
All valid points for sure but I do believe a larger screen will attract more users but you do get used to the form factor and I do like the design and functionality
I have tiny wrists. The pixel 2 is the only one ive found in years that i can actually tolerate. I get caucht by the watch because they are too big. Alternative has been needed.
I bought the GW6 along with the S24 plus and returned them both for the Pixel watch and P ixel 8 pro. I didnt find the Samsung health as accurate as FitBit and the swipe gestures didnt seem as nice as the Pixel watch. Plus i missed all the google pixel features. However i did like the dark mode on the Samsung.
I have a doubt about to get PW2 or GW6, now the price difference is too high in Spain Pixel at 350 vs GW6 44mm at 199. I have as phone a Pixel 8 Pro, i like more the Samsung option, what you think? If u had my phone which one would you buy? Thanks
Great question. The pixel design is very specific and rather small. Functionality on both is great but size might matter most. What is your design preference really?
@@braddavenport6346 I was thinking about getting it, but I like the size of my galaxy watch 5. I have pixel fold and pixel buds pro it's just the watch size got me timid about it.
I don't even think it needs a larger screen overall...it just needs to fill out closer to the edges. The thick bezel could be thinner. The watch itself is a great size
Which would you recommend if I don't have a redmi and not a samsung? I love goolge assistant and it's very important for me, but I also want the watch to last for long. Btw, how well does the Samsung watch work with google? If I install all the features will it work the same as the pixel? Thabk you so much!!❤
Having a non Samsung phone won't matter much as the watches work really well with other devices and you can even preset Google assistant as your default assistant on the watch too. It works seemlessly! The only major issue is that battery life will be 2 to 3 days maximum. For health tracking you would just need to install Samsung health.
I have both watches and must say the pixel watch is vastly superior imho. The fitness app on the Galaxy watch is pants compared to the Fitbit app integrated into the pixel. The pixel is a bit too small but i haven't really had any difficulty reading the screen. The lack of bloatware is commendable on the pixel, as it is just straightforward google software, so much more usable. The rotating crown is also way better than the digital bezel on the galaxy
Nice feedback buddy and interesting that you got both devices thats very cool. I tend to agree despite being a Samsung fan Google has done a great job on their 2nd edition smartwatch.
My question is can you use the pixel watch 2 along with another fitbit, I have a charge 6. Would like to use both on one fitbit account. Can't find any videos on this. Would be a major deciding factor between these 2 watches. Essentially would like to use the charge 6 at work and sleeping and use pixel 2 watch other times, would make any battery concerns non existant
I'm gonna say no. I have the charge 6 and my Sense generation 1. You can only have one device connected at a time to the newer Fitbit account. samsung is better because they allow you to switch between different galaxy watches at will.
No you do not need a Samsung for that watch. 90% of the features work just fine. There are one or two special features that won't such as camera control but otherwise everything else works great.
My main gripe with Samsung is that the way they handle notifications with tiles is clunky and outdated. I feel like this is merely a holdover from the old Tizen days and Samsung just can't decide how to change it at this point. I much prefer Google's approach with a clean list.
Great review! What about the performance on the PW2 when doing sports and listening to music at the same time? Does it still feel snappy or does it get stuck? Thanks!
@@mp-hj8je Good question and not with GPS on but definitely with music and it was no problem. GPS was very good on this device though. Naturally battery drain is faster.
@@kunalsharma2098 aha then yes that's different. What are the most important things for you? You can get a great fitness tracker that can't make payments for much less
Yes it will be compatible for sure but there will be some minor features that won't work like live camera view. Otherwise you will have no problems. Enjoy
@@marcelontech tanks. When They are on sale, They are cheap. 290$ Canadian dollars X 2 = 580$ almost the price of the galaxy watch 5 pro, but you can’t run out of battery.
my decission was made after i heard about the subscription servive, so it will "not" be the google watch (80,-$/y are they crazy?...does google thinks im printing money in my basement?)....i will go with Samsung
Samsung poorer tracking, bloatware as Samsung have their own versions of the google apps, so duplicate apps, and half the storage memory of the pixel 2, and Samsung has a poor cpu
Don't forget to mention most of the pixel features are locked behind a Fitbit paywall. Samsung has more free health and tracking features. Also pixel is gorilla glass whereas Samsung is using sapphire screen.
@marcelontech I love samsung but their watches I'm back and forth on I'm hearing while it works great with samsung health and lots of them free I've heard it's accuracy in terms of heart rate and energy burn suffers and lags behind all of their current computing. Currently due to thar I opted for fitbit but looking to wither go pixel watch 2 or samsung watch 5 pro/6. Do you use the samsung watch 6 and do you actively using it for fitness? If so what have you found compared to others you may use or have used in the past? As much as I like eco systems fitness is number 1 reason for me to wear a watch in the first place.
@@michaeldhknight7569I love samsung but their watches I'm back and forth on I'm hearing while it works great with samsung health and lots of them free I've heard it's accuracy in terms of heart rate and energy burn suffers and lags behind all of their current computing. Currently due to thar I opted for fitbit but looking to wither go pixel watch 2 or samsung watch 5 pro/6. Do you use the samsung watch 6 and do you actively using it for fitness? If so what have you found compared to others you may use or have used in the past? As much as I like eco systems fitness is number 1 reason for me to wear a watch in the first place.
I have a Pixel 6 Pro (yeah I know I'm behind, but like not being under contract) and I'm torn between the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, Pixel Watch 2 and Garmin Venu 3.
Ooooh tough choice. All really great watch. What do you need it for as a priority?
Which did you get
Have pixel 9 pro and returned my watch 6. Definitely a choice of a pixel or a garmin, or oneplus watch 2. Samsung is not worth it if you want to get all the moneys worth for the health features but if you’re not focused on that, you’re okay with a watch 6.
12:06 Great review but you forget to show the galaxy watch keyboard
Thank you for your feedback.
Most features are not behind fitbit and have the choice to use others like Google fit, or others if you choose. Samsung have doubled up on the apps, so have a Samsung skin snd appS on top of android, meaning massive bloatware and less than 1/2 storage of the pixel. Also pixel has far more accuracy also. And so what, google only has gorilla glass? Been using analog watches for years with just mineral glass and not stretched the screen. A smaller watch is less prone to getting it knocked anyway
All valid points for sure but I do believe a larger screen will attract more users but you do get used to the form factor and I do like the design and functionality
I got about 4 days and some hours with the GW6. I have no need for the automatic measurements or AOD, I do that manually.
That's awesome! You do you, manual measurements and all!
On the Pixel watch, which watch face is this? I like it a lot!
Thank you for asking Shannon but I switch through a number of faces. Which one did you mean?
Good video keep up the good work man 👍🏾
Thanks, will do just that and get better
GW6 has the same overheating issues that pasts one had on the LTE version. Never had problems with the LTE pixel.
Is that right? I had no issues with the BT only version but I believe its possible.
I have tiny wrists. The pixel 2 is the only one ive found in years that i can actually tolerate. I get caucht by the watch because they are too big. Alternative has been needed.
Agreed there size is ideal for the smaller wrist. The new pixel watch allow for small and large variations
Does the Pixel support Google Fit? Not really a fan of FitBit and have a long history with Google Fit.
Yes they are heavily integrated now.
@@marcelontech Thank You! Great, informative video!
I bought the GW6 along with the S24 plus and returned them both for the Pixel watch and P ixel 8 pro. I didnt find the Samsung health as accurate as FitBit and the swipe gestures didnt seem as nice as the Pixel watch. Plus i missed all the google pixel features. However i did like the dark mode on the Samsung.
Totally valid point
Hi
I have a pixel 8 pro and am confused between gw 6 and pixel watch 2 as both are currently at same price here in india ..kindly suggest
Ok so the Pixel watch will work best with Pixel 8 pro but the key here is the form factor. Which design do you prefer?
I have a doubt about to get PW2 or GW6, now the price difference is too high in Spain Pixel at 350 vs GW6 44mm at 199. I have as phone a Pixel 8 Pro, i like more the Samsung option, what you think? If u had my phone which one would you buy? Thanks
Great question. The pixel design is very specific and rather small. Functionality on both is great but size might matter most. What is your design preference really?
Great review!! If Google makes it bigger I believe it will be major problems for galaxy watches!
i actually hate how bulky my galaxy watch 5 is and i love the smaller and simpler form factor of the pixel watch. might have to jump ship.
@@braddavenport6346 I was thinking about getting it, but I like the size of my galaxy watch 5. I have pixel fold and pixel buds pro it's just the watch size got me timid about it.
Agreed. A larger screen will be a contender and improve battery
I don't even think it needs a larger screen overall...it just needs to fill out closer to the edges. The thick bezel could be thinner. The watch itself is a great size
Which would you recommend if I don't have a redmi and not a samsung?
I love goolge assistant and it's very important for me, but I also want the watch to last for long.
Btw, how well does the Samsung watch work with google? If I install all the features will it work the same as the pixel?
Thabk you so much!!❤
Having a non Samsung phone won't matter much as the watches work really well with other devices and you can even preset Google assistant as your default assistant on the watch too. It works seemlessly! The only major issue is that battery life will be 2 to 3 days maximum. For health tracking you would just need to install Samsung health.
@@marcelontech ok great thank you!!
If the fact that the pixel watch is "google's" doesn't change anything I'll get the Samsung. Thank you!
I have both watches and must say the pixel watch is vastly superior imho. The fitness app on the Galaxy watch is pants compared to the Fitbit app integrated into the pixel. The pixel is a bit too small but i haven't really had any difficulty reading the screen. The lack of bloatware is commendable on the pixel, as it is just straightforward google software, so much more usable. The rotating crown is also way better than the digital bezel on the galaxy
Nice feedback buddy and interesting that you got both devices thats very cool. I tend to agree despite being a Samsung fan Google has done a great job on their 2nd edition smartwatch.
Great contrast, thank you Marcel
Thank you so much
My question is can you use the pixel watch 2 along with another fitbit, I have a charge 6. Would like to use both on one fitbit account. Can't find any videos on this. Would be a major deciding factor between these 2 watches. Essentially would like to use the charge 6 at work and sleeping and use pixel 2 watch other times, would make any battery concerns non existant
It’s a good question and as far as I am aware just like the Galaxy watch 4 and 6 the results of my wearing them are added to my one account.
I'm gonna say no. I have the charge 6 and my Sense generation 1. You can only have one device connected at a time to the newer Fitbit account. samsung is better because they allow you to switch between different galaxy watches at will.
I have google pixel 8 pro phone. Do i need samsung phone for galaxy watch 6?
No you do not need a Samsung for that watch. 90% of the features work just fine. There are one or two special features that won't such as camera control but otherwise everything else works great.
On an old version of Samsung watch and it did not play well with Pixel when it came to texting.
My main gripe with Samsung is that the way they handle notifications with tiles is clunky and outdated. I feel like this is merely a holdover from the old Tizen days and Samsung just can't decide how to change it at this point. I much prefer Google's approach with a clean list.
Interesting point. There's is some refinements needed on Samsung plus people do like familiarity
I have an S22 Ultra what do you recommend me to get does both of then sync like Dnd or silent mode airplane mode all that ?
The GT4 does sync some regards but not others. They have updated a few times since my video so will look into it.
hey, which watch would you suggest? my main ofcus is punctual GPS / map application, uploading GPX tracing and navigating? thanks
Hello, it's a good question and would say they are mostly on par with one another but the Pixel does have fantastic integration for directions.
Great review! What about the performance on the PW2 when doing sports and listening to music at the same time? Does it still feel snappy or does it get stuck? Thanks!
Cheers mate. Yes the functions are smooth and quick but it did drain battery if you run multiple tasks. The Spotify inteface is really good though
Did you compare battery life on each watch while music playing mode and GPS?
@@mp-hj8je Good question and not with GPS on but definitely with music and it was no problem. GPS was very good on this device though. Naturally battery drain is faster.
Do you think spending 400 near is worth for buying smartwatches?
Hello mate, this is a very good question. It's only worth if you have the need and money. Smart Watches are very much luxury items and not essential.
@@marcelontech actually I need a fitness tracker on wrist which can do other things also. So on that perspective.
@@kunalsharma2098 aha then yes that's different. What are the most important things for you? You can get a great fitness tracker that can't make payments for much less
Would the Galaxy watch be compatible with the Google Pixel 8 Pro phone?
Yes it will be compatible for sure but there will be some minor features that won't work like live camera view. Otherwise you will have no problems. Enjoy
Only ECG and Bp won't work unless you mod it
Over 120 pulse..oh someone is nervous while recording this video
Haha well spotted although I don't think that's correct as I enjoy making the videos I wonder what I had done before
I fixed the battery on galaxy watch 6 44mm. I bougtht 2. One for the day and night and at morning, i switch for the Other.
Wow, nice solution
@@marcelontech tanks. When They are on sale, They are cheap. 290$ Canadian dollars X 2 = 580$ almost the price of the galaxy watch 5 pro, but you can’t run out of battery.
I’d have to check out the 75% free features because I definitely am not paying a subscription for a watch.
Exactly right. You can certainly live without the subscription.... Which watch do you prefer?
I've been using the non-paid Fitbit service for years and I find it to be very sufficient for what I need..
@@marcelontechThe Samsung. I'm not crazy about fitbit.
I think 85% would be more accurate. Unless you want all the workout videos the subscription is unnecessary.
@@marcelontechI prefer the Samsung. That being said, I’ve never used the Pixel but I don’t like the Fitbit system.
Interesting
Thank you.
my decission was made after i heard about the subscription servive, so it will "not" be the google watch (80,-$/y are they crazy?...does google thinks im printing money in my basement?)....i will go with Samsung
That is a fair judgement. I think they will lose customers this way. However Samsung will be charging for ai subscription services in 2026
That Samsung is WAY too big for your tiny wrist. It just looks ridiculous. The Pixel looks a lot better on you.
Ha ha subtle feedback but very true. It's does look massive. I found the pixel too small but got used to it
Samsung poorer tracking, bloatware as Samsung have their own versions of the google apps, so duplicate apps, and half the storage memory of the pixel 2, and Samsung has a poor cpu
True but there are some very good Samsung apps to. Google and Samsung are partnering for some Android updates on 2024
But Google Pixel Watch gets updates quicker and far less bloatware @@marcelontech
Don't forget to mention most of the pixel features are locked behind a Fitbit paywall. Samsung has more free health and tracking features. Also pixel is gorilla glass whereas Samsung is using sapphire screen.
@marcelontech I love samsung but their watches I'm back and forth on I'm hearing while it works great with samsung health and lots of them free I've heard it's accuracy in terms of heart rate and energy burn suffers and lags behind all of their current computing. Currently due to thar I opted for fitbit but looking to wither go pixel watch 2 or samsung watch 5 pro/6. Do you use the samsung watch 6 and do you actively using it for fitness? If so what have you found compared to others you may use or have used in the past? As much as I like eco systems fitness is number 1 reason for me to wear a watch in the first place.
@@michaeldhknight7569I love samsung but their watches I'm back and forth on I'm hearing while it works great with samsung health and lots of them free I've heard it's accuracy in terms of heart rate and energy burn suffers and lags behind all of their current computing. Currently due to thar I opted for fitbit but looking to wither go pixel watch 2 or samsung watch 5 pro/6. Do you use the samsung watch 6 and do you actively using it for fitness? If so what have you found compared to others you may use or have used in the past? As much as I like eco systems fitness is number 1 reason for me to wear a watch in the first place.