Pebble Steel (401BLR, 401SLR)

usability, price, portability, design, battery

78% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Works with Android and iOS ; Excellent battery life ; Easy to use

Monochrome design ; Only Cosmetically different from cheaper Pebble

The only downside of this system is that if you happen to lose this cable, you have no means of recharging the watch unless you purchase another; in the past, we've seen Sony's smartwatches use the now-ubiquitous Micro-USB port, which is a better...

Easy to read in direct sunlight ; Waterproof ; Designer style ; 4 day battery life

Only 8 apps at a time ; Not a touchscreen ; Limited functionality

The Steel gets the core smartwatch functions right; customisable notification control, decent battery life and simple operation. It lacks features compared to the competition, but its reserved design means it'll blend into your life.

iPhone & Android support ; Professional design ; Always-on display

Limited functions ; No killer feature ; No touchscreen

Premium design, metal and leather straps included, ease of use, expanding apps library, phone sync recognises multiple Pebble devices

Slow menu, apps don't offer much unless you can find one that really makes a difference for you, iOS notifications are all or nothing

As a piece of technology the Pebble Steel is fantastic. It delivers the same brilliant experience as the original Pebble in a device that looks far more premium. However with that discreet new look comes a different way of using the device - an issue...

While the Pebble Steel (and any smartwatch for that matter) isn't going to replace an expensive 'real' watch as a designer piece of jewelry, it is a great everyday watch. Its simplicity and monochrome screen are its strengths, giving you a long-lasting...

A classic, sharp-looking design; works with iPhones and Android phones; screen readable in bright daylight; swim- and shower-friendly; built-in pedometer for persistent fitness tracking; wide variety of quirky apps.

Older technology compared to competition; onboard storage limited to eight apps at a time; still requires charging twice a week; lacks heart-rate monitor or more advanced fitness features.

The competition is advancing fast, but the geeky-cool, functional, and affordable Pebble Steel's conservative approach still works.

The Pebble Steel may not have a high-res and colourful screen and the square design may not be for everyone, but we think it's stylish and the display has a retro charm which also provides excellent battery life. A good alternative to Android Wear if...

Comfortable, looks like a real watch ; Five day battery life ; iOS and Android compatible ; App store has bags of potential

More expensive than original Pebble ; Screen could be a bit bigger

Future features meet a familiar watch form - the Pebble Steel is the best smartwatch you can buy

The Pebble Steel is probably the most traditionally stylish smartwatch available right now, and for us that is what separates this from its competition – its lack of a touch screen is a little disappointing, but it’s ample features set goes someway to...