Mobvoi Ticwatch C2

Enduring, attractive design ; Two straps included ; Swim-proof

No auto-brightness ; Outdated processor

Clean, understated, stylish design ; Integrated GPS & NFC are great ; Rich feature set for the price

No automatic brightness adjustment ; Included leather strap feels cheap ; Processor shows its age

A pleasing combination of design and functionality that doesn't break the bank.

Minimalist look Zippy performance Additional sporty strap included

Minor upgrades on C2 Still uses old processor tech Poor screen visibility outdoors

The TicWatch C2 Plus is essentially the TicWatch C2 given a bump in performance and an additional sporty strap to make better use of its fitness features. That means the same design and the same Wear OS experience, which has its strengths and obvious...

Affordable price ; Google Pay support ; Full GPS

Limited strap selection ; Outdated internals ; Not made for swimming

The latest TicWatch is an improvement upon the last few affordable watches from the company. It doesn’t offer innovative new features like the TicWatch Pro, but the TicWatch C2 is a solid choice for anyone looking for a cheaper Wear OS watch.

Comparatively affordable ; Support for Google Pay ; Looks nice and minimal ; GPS and heart rate tracking

Mediocre battery life ; Only leather straps ; Doesn’t like swimming ; Bulky back

There’s lots to love about this well-priced wearable for anyone who doesn’t want to pay an eye-watering premium for smarts at their fingertips

The TicWatch C2+ is faster (1 GB RAM) than my Fossil Q Venture HR Gen 4 smartwatch (512 MB RAM).;It has a longer battery life (400 mAh) than my Fossil watch (300 mAh), which really isn’t saying that much.;It’s lighter weight than my Fossil watch.

All in all, the 's performance puts it in a bit of an awkward spot. It is a little too expensive to be a great bargain option, but it can't match the top products. It is our favorite watch for $200, but only if you are spending exactly $200. There are...

Sleek, 'classic' design ; Stacked with hardware/software features ; Great value at $199

Three-year-old processor ; No TicWatch Pro dual-display ; Cheap-feeling straps

Good autonomy ; Affordable price ; Integrated GPS and NFC

Processor not updated ; Not suitable for swimming ; Strap available only in leather

Smartwatches aren't dead and several brands want to prove that to us this year. Mobvoi is one of them - perhaps not the most popular, but the Chinese manufacturer is solidifying its position on the wearable market. The TicWatch C2 is the classic...