Beefiest Smartwatch of 2023? | Huawei Watch Ultimate Review
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- Reviewing the Huawei Watch Ultimate, a premium smartwatch released in April 2023 with special diving features, one of the best displays and rather good battery life. The Huawei Watch Ultimate works with iOS and Android (although best with EMUI phones) and here's my two week verdict of this pricey wrist rocket.
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While I like that UI, this wearable suffers from the usual limitations vs Wear OS including limited mapping support, no contactless payments, minimal notification support etc. However, on the flip side that battery life is sublime and charging is super quick. The Huawei Watch Ultimate tech is beautifully premium too, with a ceramic, liquid metal and sapphire design and gorgeous LTPO AMOLED screen.
You have a built-in mic and speaker to take calls but the Huawei Watch Ultimate doesn't support LTE or 5G. There's no eSIM at all, so it's tethering all the way. Likewise you can't pay for your stuff using this smartwatch, as there's no Google/Apple Pay support.
So are you tempted? Check out my reviews of the best smartwatches in 2023 for other ideas!
Huawei Watch Ultimate Review Chapters:
0:00 - Four pillars of Ultimate
0:54 - Design
3:24 - Huawei Health, Setup
4:46 - Display
5:24 - UI tour
7:43 - Watch faces
8:52 - Speaker, mic
9:25 - Maps, GPS
10:10 - Expedition Mode
11:30 - Health tracking
12:32 - Clover
13:02 - Other features
14:01 - Battery life
14:49 - Verdict - Věda a technologie
As someone who prefers the design of an analog watch with a metal strap, but loves the functionality of a smartwatch, this looks awesome!
This 👌🏻
Then a Withings watch is the one for you. Also 1/6 of the price makes it a no brainier.
To big for me
0:59. Hahaha.
Agreed. Love the traditional stainless steel or titanium and circular Watch face …but love the functionality of a smart watch.
Ultimate smartwatch at an Ultimate price tag. Looks so much better than the Apple Watch Ultra!
And cheaper, it's still expensive
Nope it doesn't
But an Apple watch Ultra 2 can do everything, an Huawei Ultimate can only do the halve of the Apple watch..
For the Apple, watch you need a expensive iPhone. Without the iPhone the Apple watch is basically useless too.
Another great review. On your advice I bought me a Huawei watch 3 pro in titanium. It’s served me well. No complaints at all. I have a selection of straps and the titanium bracelet. Thank you Tech Spurt 👍🏾
I got this thing imported to the U.S. and paid a not-insignificant import markup. But man was it worth it. This watch is the watch to end all other watches. It has the ruggedness and durability of a tank and the sporty, swanky looks of an Omega Seamaster. Absolutely stunning craftsmanship and a beauty to gawk at. Makes every Apple Watch look like a Fisher-Price toy. This watch is made for men with class and good taste. Get it if you want to be a man.
How do you get it imported?
eBay or Amazon. Unfortunately there's like only 1 or 2 sellers, and the price has gone up a bit from what I paid a couple weeks ago.
Also, I haven't tested it out yet, but there is definitely a chick magnet on board this watch.
@@hongniao10The band is affirmatively titanium. Very nice brushed titanium and incredibly lightweight for a metal band. Lighter but stronger than steel 👌🏻
@@hongniao10Well the GPS will only activate if you use a function that requires it, e.g., workouts or expedition mode. Unfortunately there seems to be no way to turn off Bluetooth on the watch. But if you turn off your phone's Bluetooth, obviously it disconnects. Strangely there is no "battery saver" mode either that would presumably disable Bluetooth connection.
Thank you. Very descriptive.
What is the name of the watch face that you were using at the beginning?
I still rocking my Gt2 pro. I’m very happy with it and can’t wait for Gt4 pro to come out. After 2y no single scratch
Same, I've caught it on walls, floors, pipework etc. It's not got a scratch on it. Battery is just amazing too 💪
Hi, Chris! Can you check availability of GPS tracking during paddleboarding (or SUP boarding) workout? It's the biggest problem of all Huawei watches that they can't record routes for outdoor water sports. Thanks in advance!
Almost missed the quick reply messages 😂 great Easter egg. cheers !! 4:23
Still got a gt 2 pro. Its had a hard life, but the build quality is just amazing. Cant see me changing soon, battery is crazy good too.
i like your review. can you please tell me - which is the louder, this one or the space edition.
thank you
great looking & designed well made watch for what it is.
Hi,
Nice review..
How can i download music to the watch and play without using da phone? I have Samsung A53
Thoughts on the oppo a96 ?
Bought this with a lot of doubts. Using it for the past month or so. Absolutely Love it. ❤️
Any idea Tech Spurt if i can disable bluetooth or is it like all other Huawei watches?
Hi do you know if the EU/Uk version of the HUAWEI ultimate work in the US. I’m definitely interested in the watch but afraid it want work. I know I want get all of the features but at least the major features
i got one love it , just wish you could fine adjust the titanium strap
and a tiny bit tight and when i put a link in its way too loose ...
I've had a GT2 and now GT3 and I'm planning on getting this next.
I tried the best Samsung Smart Watch at the time but the battery was shite and died after about 36 hours.
I got 7 days battery life with my GT3 and it's so handy - being able to pause the TV from my wrist etc.
The only issue I have is the fact the screen has scratched on mine in everyday use so the fact this has sapphire crystal is perfect. I love titanium bands too as they're so light. The fast charge will also be really helpful.
Meanwhile my wife's Michael Kors only last 12 hours. 😅
Huawei products have some of the best tech and features on the market, unfortunately the lack of Google services is such a deal breaker for so many people, including me. If by some miracle they could overturn their ban, i'd be very tempted to buy their products once again as I loved my P30 pro smartphone and GT smartwatch.
I have a P40 pro and the gt3 watch here in the US. And lack of Google services isn't really that much of a problem because there are work arounds. The real problem is the lack of support because I'm not in a supported region, which is a real shame because Huawei makes great tech
@@joshuabergeman354 I really want to spring for this watch if you have any links or CZcams channels for workarounds I’m here in the US in Texas, and I would absolutely love to get this watch if I can make it work.
If it works for diving, does it also work as an altimeter for skydiving?
ciao..posso sapere se quando arriva una notifica ,,il display si accende anche se non giri il polso????? grazie
Can you recive the call, and talk through the watch? like in apple watch
Hi Have a question. I have sleep hapnea I need to save all data of my heartbeat and spo2 on a watch for 7 hours or if it save on my cell does not matter. Would you know of such a device without paying $250 CAD. Just heard that it might keep data for the night sleep ??? Thanks
Fair play that's freaking massive
Always love the reviews from a local lad fella. Love my Huawei GT2 pro
Awesome watch, still rocking one 👊
Does this ultimate support lte/esim?
whats the difference between this or GT 4 with garmin forerunner (255/265/955/965) for sports (running)? is there a specfic reason most runners wear garmin?
Ooh, that's very nice! I have the GT3 Pro and the battery life is a game changer compared to the Samsung it replaced. It really does last way over a week.
Same 👍
I myself own the Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro with a titanium bracelet. I always use this for festive occasions because it is simply beautiful. I don't like the blue border on this one at all. Unfortunately, I then miss the google services and wireless payment for everyday life. That's why I use a Galaxy Watch 5. Yes, the battery is much better with a Huawei, but in connection with my smartphone, it just doesn't do everything I need.
Well it's meant to look like a diving watch, like the Omega Seamaster.
Do I stick to my Huawei GT 3 pro or upgrade to a £800 watch?
Review the huawei P60 pro and nova 11 ultra
Is better from garmin fenix 7x saphire solar?🤔
Does it work with Apple Health
I'm torn... since phone batteries have gotten so good I don't need the smartwatch to do much at all - just tell the time, be a solid fitness tracker and look good on my wrist. But it would have been perfect for the Watch 'Ultimate' to have LTE and WiFi like the Huawei Watch 3 Pro and a bundled internet browser to open up functionality.
Still in love with my GT2, best watch for my daily use
Same, I've banged it several times and it's still not scratched. Battery is ace too, won't be changing it for a while 😎
Haha
That diving bit creased me up
Moist 😂
waiting the day u finally get 1k1k subs😀
Someone used it for diving? Is it any good? Reliable?
I got this watch recently (The black version). I have vibration switched off, and it works for notifications. But the watch still vibrates for alarms. How to switch off vibration for alarms as well?
Love this new HUAWEI watch. My question is can the current version which is EU/UK be used in the US? If not are they coming out with one that global to use in the US?
There was a person that commented he imported one to the US and paid costums for and said it was worth it
Ask him I think it would help
Curious. Is there quick access to a stop watch? As in either shortcut from watch face or somekind of button press? Im so used to this on my samsung. Now trying to decide betweeen this, gt3 pro, wait for next gen watches... cant be bothered charging samsung every 3 days anymore.
Yes you can customize the lower right button for quick access.
I have my eyes set on this one, having a large 210mm-ish wrist. Great review
markmd695 same here, + I'm a diver and the dive computer this watch offers at that price makes it a bargain.
I got the black one, and I was so happy but unfortunately it had an issue with the volume, it’s not as high as other huawei watches even if the volume at max level the sound is low ( when using Bluetooth earphone ), but when switching the sound or music to the watch speakers and retuning it back to Bluetooth earphones the sound suddenly increase by it self, the service center told me it’s from the factory and all ultimate watches are the same. I have gt3 pro and fit 2 and they are amazing when it comes to the sound. By the way until now my watch is in the service center, I did not enjoy the watch at all. I used huawei freebuds and the service center tried another types of huawei Bluetooth earphones and all are the same, and they admitted that was abnormal.
Does it have world times?
Great review! You should do a comparison between this one and the withings horizon.
that was sick 💥
Looks cool just as a watch.
nobody doese it better then huawei...watches and phones...i have the watch 3 with Esim....love it..wifey has the GT and inspite beeing old the battery goes 14 days
Nice video
Huawei does great smart watches .. but they are let down by the total inadequate apps for them
I won't be getting another Huawei watch until the app store for their smart watches gets a major overhaul !!
I had the honor version and sold it after 2 weeks. Looked great but soooooo slow
@@richiebrent1974 I've the Honor GT2 Pro
Brilliant watch , battery Life lasts around 10 days and I use it regularly. Music , notifications etc ..
The apps in the health app are appalling.
Until that changes , I won't be buying another Huawei smart watch
@@iharper76 on my days off. Not many! It kept telling me to get up and exercise! Haha! 🙄Enjoy buddy
@@iharper76 just to finish mate. It was free with my Honor 50. 8/256 one. I love it! The 778 chioset is the perfect all-rounder. Contract ends in November so already dreaming of the Magic 5 Pro. Enjoy
does the ecg work?
Do you send the watches back or are you allowed to keep them?
What would your secondhand go to be if you could only have one watch?
Nobody ever mentions the secondhand market as there are great bargains but also pitfalls purchasing them..🤔
Love the two custom quick replies you put in! Cheeky!🤣
I honestly don't understand smart watches, especially if you have to have your phone at hand anyway. Yes, all the fitness/health stuff is potentially useful but is it 800 pounds useful? You could buy a lot of sessions with a personal trainer for that money. Or a shitload of takeaway.
I have 6.5 inches wrist it looks too big for me :( or you thing over sized watches looks good?
Been using Suunto , Garmin , Samsung , Apple watches . Im gonaa get this watch
I've been trying to get hold of the titanium strap for my black ultimate but unable to buy one there is no stock. Any suggestions where I can get one .... thanks
Spigen modern fit 22mm black
Does It really have only 4GB of storage
Once I see how this dual band gps accuracy works, I'll buy one.
I just want to make sure it is accurate, because I've bought Huawei watch 3 and the gps was awfully terrifying 😁
I mean 1km run was usually marked as 2.5km which, you can imagine is inappropriate for runner
yup its mother fulking massive 😍
Only change I'd even want from my Gt2 Pro would be more space for music. The price of this one is ridiculous for something that seems basically the same.
awesome！
Huawei 4 pro smartwatch review please, if possible?
Did you actually try to buy a paid for watch face? If my experience with the watch gt2 pro is anything to go by, you can't buy them from the UK. You still get access to the free ones though.
Took one look at that watch and thought DAMN! THAT'S A FINELOOKING WATCH! Then heard the price and thought "OOOOFFFF!" 😮😮😮 😎🇬🇧
@thedarkknight1971 as a diver, the dive computer alone that it features makes it a real bargain. Of course, to non - divers it's an unnecessary addition that bumps the price up.
Sounds like too much hassle to get it working with Google Android. Shame because it's a great looking watch.
Hopefully Samsung create something similar and I can finally replace my OG galaxy watch.
At the end of the day it's a China watch. Only there all features works. In my country no NFC and no ECG either. Wouldn't suprise me if this watch has the same features as the GT3 Pro. Which is much cheaper, but also high quality. Actually, the best money/quality ratio has to be Watch Fit 2. Also has GPS, speaker, mic, etc. and only just over 100 bucks.
That watch is beautiful. I prefer the MyKronoz ZeTime watches, because they're somewhat big also, and they have actual analog/physical hands for the hour and minutes, so the screen doesn't need to be illuminated to tell what time it is. ZeTimes are much cheaper (like $90 USD), and work essentially the same way. If you power the touch display off, the hands keep time for another month without a charge. You can also Photoshop your own custom watch faces, if you're a nerd like me. Pretty cool. Only problem is, I think their watches rely on chips that are in shortage right now. It takes MyKronoz a long time to respond to orders, and their tech support isn't quick either.
Oh shit youre having. Mykronos
They also having the hybrid 💫💥
lol a bot trying to advertise a cheap watch, nice try troll
@@fitoy2k - "Welll, don't wanna sound like a d!(k or nothing, but it says on your chart, you're f^ck3d up. You talk like a f@g and your $#!t's all r3+@rded."
Pls release p60 pro review whenever available
I always find myself watching your videos even even i know I don't have the money to buy them .not sure why but I guess it's just about how you go around every review. And ooh the accent @TechSpurt
Its cool as freediving watch
wait, so the diver bezel don't turn? what's the point of it then?
The point is to look like an actually attractive timepiece instead of just a dorky gadget/screen on your wrist, and it does not disappoint on that count.
Exactly, total turnoff that fake bezel. Rotating bezel is most fastest timer on use. Watch without it is ok, but fixed with markings is WTF!
TRULY A MASTERPIECE IN ALMOST ALL ASPECTS
*hand to drink, drink to mouth, gulp"
Uncle Spurt: Ahhhhh... Exercise.
I like that
Massive review for a massive watch
Can I use Google Pay with this watch or not? I know it has nfc but...
Negative
Are they still leaving marks or burns on the arm when leaving them on for long periods?
My GT2 Pro has this problem. I have to switch wrist every week.
@@davide6848 I stopped wearing mine overnight not long after buying it,only have it on now during daytime.
Will it work on the pixel 7 pro
Costs as much as the 7 Pro 😂
I collect high end automatic dive watches and I also review them on my channel here on youtube. I like this smart watch! If you ever sell decide to sell it please get in touch with me. Huawei will always be my all time favorite tech company. I would love to review that one and wear it as well! Cool review!
Planning to get the titanium model. Hope there is a global release soon 🤣
There already was a global release, but that doesn't include the U.S., as usual for Huawei devices.
@@jordanbrennier yea so sad. Usually in my country they will have all Huawei products, just waiting to see if this time the watch will launch here or not 😅
you are lucky you have one , i ordered and paid for
about 10 days ago and not received yet ,
customer service , huawei has none ,
no phone number to call , no real person
to chat online , sent email 2 days ago and nothing ...
1.5" and people are saying that's massive ??? Lol,that isn't large,where have these people been living,under a rock.!!!
Massive. 😂😂😂
does it has a compass?
Yes of course
I have gt 2. That 14 days claim is not a joke. 10 to 12 with normal use. 14 days is doable.
Bro social madia used girls first or boys first 🤔🙏🙏 love from India
love the video but £699 is way to high love the size though my Tic watch LTE is 47mm but the tic 3 does not have wireless charging
@lowrider692000 as a diver, the dive computer alone that it features makes it a real bargain. It's a competitor to the Garmin Mk 2, and that thing is twice the price of the Ultimate. Of course, to non - divers it's an unnecessary addition that bumps the price up.
Uncle Spurt I thought you would be a certified muff diver ?? 😂😂😂
British humour at its finest. Always a pleasure watching your reviews.
How much!!? 😱
ah the complete tease of another premium Huawei watch, such great hardware and beautiful screens/UI and yet....... no notification management syncing with your phone (so delete it in the phone AND then on the watch..... ) and no calendar support (unless you happen to fancy using huawei phones without Google apps) - I can honest say I would never have moved away from my Huawei Watch 3 if the smart functionality was as good as WearOS - oh well, one can but dream of either someone creating a lovechild of huawei style and wearOS function or put up with full-function but the VERY clunky "style" of the galaxy watch or the cheap plastic and not very discrete "buzz" of the vibration motor on the Ticwatch Pro 3. Honestly, every so often I put my Huawei watch on and love the style and comfort but then a few hours later get ridiculously annoyed by the stack of notifications either still on my phone or on my watch and the inability to glance at my next few appoinments on a convinient tile on my watch so I revert back to the galaxy 4 classic and their anoying straps.......
I still don't see the need for a smartwatch. My regular wrist watch works just fine. Great video 📸
For a ton of people, me included, it's a glorified notification machine with health tracking bundled in. That's basically it
@@dinckelman also an alarm. Helps when your partner sleeps longer than you
@dinckleman. Unless you're a diver. As a diver, the dive computer alone that it features makes it a real bargain. It's a competitor to the Garmin Mk 2, and that thing is twice the price of the Ultimate. Of course, to non - divers it's an unnecessary addition that bumps the price up.
Did anybody notice 'my nipples could cut glass' on the Quick Replies!? 🤣🤣🤣
My locally Huawei store had the blue (diver) and black (hiking) colored units in stock. While both look great, I felt that the watch lacked anytype "weight". Not the weight and feel of a diver. :( Plus the outer bezel (blue or black) looks cheap. Otherwise the watch looks great. :)
Dude the bezel looks gorgeous.
@@jordanbrennier Taste is different. It's ugly as fuck..
Rolex: 😂
3:26, you said the Huawei watch works best connected to a Huawei watch. 😆 Surely you meant a Huawei smartphonephone/phone.
Don't suppose you've got a budget smart watch suggestion? Feels like it's cheaper to buy something from antiques roadshow and duct tape it to my wrist.
Galaxy 4 refurb I think is your best bet. Same processor as Galaxy 5, 2022 release w/ guaranteed updates x 3 yrs. I have one now plus an original Galaxy & a 3, all refurbs, all $200 or less and all still working perfectly.
Too bad we can't buy this watch here in the U.S ..
Huawei watches are brilliant for display and battery life, contactless payments and lack of Google support are the biggest let downs for me
That is one big watch
Holy s*** how much for a Huawei watch?! Ultimate price also!
It's meant to be an Apple Watch Ultra competitor
can huawei watch pick up the phone call? my GT3 can't
My gt 2 does, you must be able too ?
Did he just say £800 😂wow