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- Mobvoi announced the Wear OS 3 rollout for several of its TicWatch 3 series of smartwatches, including the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS, TicWatch Pro 3 GPS, TicWatch E3, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, and the TicWatch Pro 3 LTE. We updated this post to reflect the new changes and the compatible devices.
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UPDATE: 12/12/2023 12:00 EST BY ROLAND UDVARLAKI
Mobvoi announced the Wear OS 3 rollout for several of its TicWatch 3 series of smartwatches, including the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS, TicWatch Pro 3 GPS, TicWatch E3, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, and the TicWatch Pro 3 LTE. We updated this post to reflect the new changes and the compatible devices.
The Google Pixel Watch is an excellent example of how a modern Wear OS smartwatch should function. The watch features fast and smooth animations, and the user experience is phenomenal, despite the watch's low one-day battery life. Fortunately, there are many great smartwatches, many of which already support Wear OS 3, and a handful of Wear OS 3.5 smartwatches from Samsung that offer a similar, if not a better, experience for some users.
Here, we collected the best smartwatches that have already received the latest Wear OS 3.0, and 3.5 updates, and the watches which are scheduled to receive the update in 2023.
We also recommend you visit our other guides for the best smartwatches:
State of Google Wear OS 4: List of compatible smartwatches
Here's a complete list of compatible Wear OS 4 smartwatches supporting the new operating system.What is Wear OS 3.0?
Wear OS 3.0 is one of the biggest update in Google’s smartwatch operating system. Wear OS 3 offers significant upgrades and improvements over previous versions of Android Wear platform. One of the key improvements is the faster app loading times, improved battery life, new animations, and a completely redesigned user interface. The platform enhances the overall experience, and drastically revamps it in an attempt to make the new smartwatches last longer, and become a more pleasant experience.
What’s the difference between Wear OS 3.0 and Wear OS 3.5?
Wear OS 3.5 improves on the already fantastic Wear OS 3 experience with further enhancements and optimizations to make the experience more fluid. There are many enhancements under the hood that also enable more accurate tracking when doing fitness activities and sports, heart rate tracking, and more. There are also more and better third-party apps that allow fitness tracking, all while the core experience has largely remained the same from Wear OS 3.
It’s worth noting that not every feature on Wear OS 3.5 is available to every smartwatch, and there are other visual differences when comparing the likes of Pixel smartwatches and Galaxy watches. Samsung uses its custom One UI Watch interface, a skin on top of Wear OS 3.5. Needless to say, Samsung has added a few additional features and settings, specific to Samsung phones, and Google also added additional tracking information behind the Fitbit paywall.
Wear OS 3 smartwatches
- Montblanc Summit 3
- Fossil Gen 6
- Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Edition
- Michael Kors Gen 6
- Skagen Falster Gen 6
- Razer x Fossil Gen 6
- Diesel Griffed Gen 6
- Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4
- Citizen CZ Smart Gen 2
- Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5
Fossil was one of the fastest companies to update its existing Gen 6 lineup of smartwatches to Wear OS 3. The company also went on to update its other Gen 6 smartwatches, including the watches from Michael Kors, Skagen, the special Wellness Edition, and the exclusive Razer X Fossil smartwatch. Citizen also unveiled its Citizen CZ Smart Gen 2 smartwatch in April 2023, and the new watch will come with Wear OS 3, and it'll become available to purchase from May 1, 2023.
Montblanc also unveiled its new luxury, $1,290 Summit 3 smartwatch that came pre-installed with Wear OS 3.0 from day one. The Summit 3 was the first non-Samsung smartwatch to be announced with the new update. The watch also has limited support for iPhone and iOS users, but it lacks key features such as Google Assistant.
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Fossil Gen 6
The Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch comes with Wear OS and a Qualcomm 4100+ chipset. The watch can track activity goals, SPO2, sleep, and many more. It has a 3ATM waterproof design, and it has a fast charge feature to keep you on the go.
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Skagen Falster Gen 6
The Skagen Falster Gen 6 smartwatch is among the first devices to support the latest Wear OS 3 platform. It's equipped with the Qualcomm 4100+ chipset, and it can track activity goals, steps, sleep, heart ratio, blood oxygen and more. It also has GPS, and it supports contactless payments.
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Michael Kors Access Gen 6
$340.99 $425 Save $84.01The Michael Kors Gen 6 smartwatch runs Wear OS 3, and it comes with all of the must-have features that you expect from a fashionable smartwatch. It can track your heart rate, blood oxygen, and there's also GPS and contactless payment built-in.
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Diesel Griffed Gen 6
$297.5 $350 Save $52.5The Diesel Griffed Gen 6 runs Wear OS 3, and it's powered by the Snapdragon 4100+ chipset. It can automatically track activity goals, and help you measure sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen, GPS, and other fitness activities. It has a speaker, and an always-on display feature.
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Razer x Fossil Gen 6
The Razer x Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch recently received the anticipated Wear OS 3 update. The watch is powered by the Snapdragon 4100+ chip, and it has a 1.28-inch AMOLED display. It has all the fitness features you can expect from such a smartwatch, and it has unique Razer aesthetics to help finish the look.
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Montblanc Summit 3
The Montblanc Summit 3 smartwatch is a luxury item, and it comes with Wear OS 3. It features an elegant titanium chassis, and it's polished by hand for a luxurious finish. It's lightweight, durable, and comes with similar features to other competitive smartwatches.
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Citizen CZ Smart (gen 2)
Citizen's latest smartwatch features Wear OS 3 and comes with the NASA technology to help you evaluate your activity and alertness. It's available in different styles, and it's a unique smartwatch.
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Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5
$228 $350 Save $122The Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 smartwatch is powered by the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset and Wear OS 3. It can last for up to 80 hours on a single charge, and it has 5ATM water protection, many built-in sports tracking features, NFC for contactless payments, and the same dual-screen technology that extends the battery life further.
Wear OS 3.5 smartwatches
- Google Pixel Watch
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 & 5 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 & 4 Classic
The list of compatible Wear OS 3.5 smartwatches is very small. As you can see, Samsung is still dominating the list with its excellent Galaxy Watch 4 series and Galaxy Watch 5 series of smartwatches. Google also joined the race with its own Pixel Watch, which has since been awarded by Pocketnow as one the best smartwatches in 2022.
In case you can’t decide between the Galaxy Watch 5 and the Pixel Watch, or the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro vs Pixel Watch, we recommend you check out our guides that go in-depth, comparing the features, design, and performance.
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Google Pixel Watch
$299.99 $349.99 Save $50The Google Pixel Watch is the first smartwatch from the software giant, and it's been in the works for multiple years. The watch is powered by Wear OS 3 and has Google Assistant, Fitbit health tracking features, and more.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
$247 $279.99 Save $32.99Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 features iterative changes that improve the package sold previously. If you're looking for an affordable WearOS-based smartwatch, this is the best option to consider. It comes with improved battery life and faster-charging capabilities.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro comes with a host of new features and a design that's geared to the rugged lifestyle and is worth considering for your outdoor activities.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 4
$169.99 $199.99 Save $30The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is the device to pick if you're looking for a fitness-centric smartwatch that doesn't hurt your wallet. It's lightweight, lasts a full day, and it has all the features you need to track your health and focus on activities.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic
$288.95 $379.99 Save $91.04Galaxy Watch 4 Classic is the device for those looking to own a traditional-looking timepiece that does more than meets the eye. It's one of the best smartwatches for Android users.
Existing Mobvoi smartwatches
- TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS
- TicWatch Pro 3 GPS
- TicWatch E3
- TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra
- TicWatch Pro 3 LTE
Mobvoi initially promised the Wear OS 3.0 update for most of the TicWatch Pro 3 series, and the E3-series of smartwatches by the end of 2022. After much of a delay, the company has now announced at the end of 2023 that it's rolling out the much-anticipated update for several TicWatch 3 series of smartwatches, including the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS, TicWatch Pro 3 GPS, TicWatch E3, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, and the TicWatch Pro 3 LTE.
TicWatch Pro 5 Review: Is this the best Wear OS smartwatch right now?
TicWatch Pro 5 is the best smartwatch for those looking for a Wear OS wearable with long battery life. Read more in my full review right here!All devices slated for this update are powered by the Snapdragon 4100 chip and Mobvoi's own proprietary chip. Wear OS 3 brings a new streamlined navigation system, improved apps and services, and updated security. The company also mentioned that its devices remain compatible with both Android 8 and above and iOS 16 and above smartphones. The first initial setup will require the Mobvoi Health App on Android and the Health CoPilot app on iOS.
"We appreciate our dedicated users who have been vocal about their excitement in anticipation of this update knowing it's taken longer than expected. Our dedicated team worked tirelessly to make this update a reality, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional products and experiences.", said Robert Zhang, Vice President of Engineering at Mobvoi
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TicWatch Pro 3
$190 $290 Save $100TicWatch Pro 3 is the WearOS device to get if you're looking for a more fitness-oriented wearable that comes with all the smarts you need to keep your phone usage to a minimum.
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TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS Smartwatch
$210 $300 Save $90The TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS Smartwatch features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W4100 and Mobvoi’s Dual Processor System, a long-lasting battery, a heart monitor, sleep tracking capabilities, and more.
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TicWatch E3
The TicWatch E3 features the Snapdragon Wear 4100 SoC and has 1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. It supports NFC payments, and the new Wear OS 3 software. It's compatible with most Android and iOS smartphones, and it supports 100+ workout modes, and advanced fitness monitoring features.
