Apple Watch Series 12 vs Google Pixel Watch 3
Critics score the Apple Watch Series 12 87 and the Google Pixel Watch 3 86 out of 100, from 13 and 8 professional reviews. 5 outlets reviewed both: 4 scored the Apple Watch Series 12 higher and 1 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Apple Watch Series 12 8 points ahead.
Image: AppleApple Watch Series 12
Praised for: health tracking (13 of 13), performance (6 of 13)
Criticised for: battery life (7 of 13), software (2 of 13)
The catch: Battery life is still only about a day.
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Image: GoogleGoogle Pixel Watch 3
Praised for: battery life (5 of 8), display (4 of 8), health tracking (3 of 8)
Criticised for: battery life (2 of 8)
The catch: The domed glass scratches easily, and the small size has weaker battery.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Apple Watch Series 12 | Google Pixel Watch 3 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| TechRadar | 95 | 80 | +15 |
| The Disconnekt | 90 | 80 | +10 |
| WIRED | 90 | 80 | +10 |
| Tom's Guide | 95 | 90 | +5 |
| Trusted Reviews | 90 | 90 | same |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Apple Watch Series 12 minus the Google Pixel Watch 3. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Apple Watch Series 12 or the Google Pixel Watch 3?
Critics rate the Apple Watch Series 12 higher: 87 against 86. 5 outlets reviewed both: 4 scored the Apple Watch Series 12 higher and 1 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Apple Watch Series 12 8 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the Apple Watch Series 12 and the Google Pixel Watch 3?
The Apple Watch Series 12: broad agreement, scores from 74 to 95. The Google Pixel Watch 3: critics agree, scores from 80 to 90.