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Pebble Smartwatch Black
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
6.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
997
Old Reviews
619
Unverified
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Product Reliability
35watch, pebble, stopped working, started, weeks
+20%
-80%
" ... The watch charging after 6 months. ... "
" ... I've had to order multiple Pebbles because I kept running into issues with mine randomly stopping working, then Pebble upgraded me to the nicer one for free and still had the same issues. ... "
" ... In less than 6 months it was unable to read the screen. ... "
" ... I have had this watch for 3 months. ... Today I noticed that the vibration alerts have stopped. ... "
" ... To me this is an epic fail. ... "
" ... It never worked. ... "
" ... Lasted 3 months until it went all fuzzy. ... "
" ... I tried factory resets twice with no improvement so I returned it. ... "
Device Compatibility
26smart watch, app, notifications, bluetooth, android
+69%
-31%
" ... Instead, the display interfaces with the board via contacts. ... "
" ... I really enjoy my watch and it does keep me from always having to look at my phone. ... "
" ... It syncs with the Amazon Music Android App and allows me to control the tracks remotely. ... I can easily setup notifications from ANY android app and usually dismiss the notification from my watch (great for setting up reminders). ... I can reply to texts (with formatted responses) without getting my phone out of my pocket. ... "
" ... Works fine as a very basic smart watch. ... "
" ... as I typed this I realized, I check my watch more than I check my phone, it is a great way to stay connected without being rude to those around you that you are physically with. ... "
" ... Great work and play watch. ... "
" ... Pebble Smart Watch for iPhone and Android Devices (Red) ... "
" ... i bought a refurbished on , I'm happy how it is easy to use and link with your phone, I'm using mine with iPhone ios and no problem with linking it with my phone. ... You can download the pebble app , once your watch is connected/paired to your phone you can set up how you want your phone to be connected to you watch. ... "
Display Clarity
25screen, unreadable, started, months, glitching
+12%
-88%
" ... The "pebble" logo is displayed with the screen flashing every 3 seconds or so. ... "
" ... The screen kept messing up and became unreadable half the time. ... "
" ... In less than 6 months it was unable to read the screen. ... "
" ... Over the weekend the display started going out and at times the display streaks pixels across the face and is unreadable. ... "
" ... Even with the screen periodically messing up. ... "
" ... It started out great but after a few months the display became striped and unreadable. ... "
" ... Within like the first month the screen started getting pixelated. ... "
" ... Screen has been glitching out since day one ... "
Apps
24app, pebble, watch, android, watch faces
+63%
-38%
" ... of Apps and iPhone notifications work well and are easy to read. ... "
" ... I have a very cheap android phone ($50) and installed "Pebble OLD VERSION" from Goggle play. ... That immediately synced with my Pebble and allows me to install apps. ... Most apps have not been updated since 2015, and if they require dynamic content from a developer (such as maintaining a web hosting service to push data to the app) it seems as most of the dynamic content has been abandoned. ... I'm actually OK with that and anticipate this as Pebble was intended as an open source development community. ... So most classic apps seem to be made by hobbyists and people just having fun. ... It syncs with the Amazon Music Android App and allows me to control the tracks remotely. ... I can easily setup notifications from ANY android app and usually dismiss the notification from my watch (great for setting up reminders). ... "
" ... I even found a golf app (golf pad) for distances and scoring. ... "
" ... I use the pebble version of fitbit, camera remote control, stepometer, pandora control, gps navigation and the find my phone app. ... "
" ... Syncs perfectly to my iPhone 7 and I've downloaded all the apps necessary for my days. ... "
" ... Received Yesterday, Paired,updated software, and added apps. ... It really does work, great instructions and lots of 3rd party apps. ... "
" ... The app is pretty good, lots of games and watchfaces for this old pebble. ... "
" ... I wish it had more apps to pair with, when it came to health tracking. ... "
Battery Life
22battery life, charge, days, week, lasts
+73%
-27%
" ... Best part is that the charge lasts for about a week. ... "
" ... It was nice at first, battery life was good and all but it stopped working after three months of use. ... "
" ... The battery life is about 3 days. ... "
" ... Those aforementioned features would probably contribute to a lower battery life, but for a fact, it is the display that really kills the battery. ... "
" ... I love it the only bad thing is it don't hold charge long ... "
" ... The battery lasts for days and can usually charge completely while I get a shower. ... "
" ... The battery life is great, I bought my pebble used and a single charge lasts about 5 days. ... "
" ... After arrival it just wouldn't turn on, first thing I though, well, lets charge it, charged it for more than half an hour and it still doesn't turn on. ... "
Charging
22watch, charger, charging, days, charged
+36%
-64%
" ... I have tried to communicate with the store on multiple occasions without response the clock never charge. ... "
" ... The watch charging after 6 months. ... "
" ... Scam couldn’t use it no charger and no way to return it! ... "
" ... The product is not working in spite of charging for 24hours. ... "
" ... Having to deal with the crappy little charging cord every night is ridiculous. ... "
" ... It didn't come with the charger and I took it to someone to help me get it started and we couldn't ... "
" ... Need to charge frequently another drawback. ... "
" ... The watch works as it should but I got a defective charger that would not charge ... "
Software Platform
16apps, app, watch, android, ios
+50%
-50%
" ... Limited number of apps available and those that are, don't work at all or cause errors. ... "
" ... The reason I bought it, the seizure monitoring app does not work at all, it has failed me. ... "
" ... its stuck on pebble.com/app . ... "
" ... No support, no updates. ... Watch keeps crashing. ... Puts my phone on silent by error. ... "
" ... Might be trying once again, will update if I do ... "
" ... Could not download the app for the watch because Pebble has shutdown their website. ... "
" ... The future of the brand, and even the app required to run this thing on iOS/Android, is in serious question and I cannot recommend anyone buy a Pebble product until they provide some clarification. ... "
Price
16worth, watch, waste your money, waste of money, touch
+56%
-44%
" ... I got this for way less because of this, but I would confidently pay full price for a pebble watch if I had to again. ... "
" ... Would be worth spending the extra money for a better one. ... "
" ... also awesome price for such an awesome watch! ... "
" ... For about $20, the price was right. ... "
" ... Way worth the money. ... "
" ... I really like it for the simplicity and value. ... "
" ... I ordered this for my mom, i have the fit bit and this is almost the exact same for a more reasonable price. ... "
" ... a quarter the price. ... "
Marketplace
16amazon, still, pretty, company, refurbished
+63%
-38%
" ... Seller did a stellar job getting the product to me quickly (as in ahead of time). ... Kudos on both . ... "
" ... The company is gone. ... "
" ... Thanks, all is well. ... "
" ... refurbished and still works like a boss ... "
" ... I would buy it again ASAP. ... "
" ... works as advertised ... "
" ... See posted pictures. ... I bought it from Amazon Warehouse Deals for a decent price. ... The condition was exactly as mentioned. ... I wouldn't want to take that credit away from Amazon ... "
" ... Item as described. ... "
For Kids
14watch, daughter, son, grandson, year old
+100%
" ... Daughter is happy with this watch ... "
" ... My son wanted a vibrating alarm for college. ... "
" ... Fantastic-exceeded my grandson's expectations ... "
" ... son loves it. ... "
" ... My daughter liked em ... "
" ... My wife loves her new watch! ... "
" ... Bought this for my 8 year old, perfect kids watch because now I can text him ... "
" ... I bought this for my grandson who has type 2 diabetes. ... He loves it! ... "
Returns
14returned, replacement, sent, returning, refund
+7%
-93%
" ... Scam couldn’t use it no charger and no way to return it! ... "
" ... To return it, I need to go to ups, as pick up is no available with this product. ... "
" ... I didn't have time to return it, so i just took a loss . ... "
" ... I contacted amazon and they refused to help me. ... "
" ... I returned the first one I bought and got a replacement. ... "
" ... I got it today and will be returning it tomorrow. ... "
" ... Not sure how can i get this repaired. ... "
" ... no time to return it . ... "
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