Smartwatch Apple Watch 5
Storm Score 87 out of 100
Reviews 3 published
Outlets 3 publications
Top Outlet Digital Trends highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise its refined design, always‑on display and robust features of the Apple Watch 5, but fault that the gains over the previous model are modest.”

Certified
Critically
Acclaimed 87 / 100
Tier Distribution 3 reviews total
33%
67%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 2 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Always‑on OLED display
  • Second‑generation optical heart sensor
  • Twice the storage
  • Stylish design feature
  • Comprehensive fitness features
  • Lightweight construction aspect

Points of Contention

  • No native sleep tracking
  • Battery life limitation
  • High price point
  • Background blur issue
  • Similar To Apple Watch 4

Professional Reviews

3 reviews from 3 critics
100
Andy Boxall
Digital Trends

“Nearly perfect, the Apple Watch Series 5 is the best smartwatch you can wear right now.”

Perfect 5/5
80
Michael Simon
MacWorld

“There’s no question that the Apple Watch Series 5 is the absolute best smartwatch money can buy.”

Acclaimed 4/5
80
Gareth Beavis
TechRadar

“The Apple Watch 5 is a premium smartwatch, but one that doesn't offer a huge upgrade over the Watch 4, apart from the very welcome always-on display.”

Acclaimed 4/5

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