Published: 2018-07-19, Author: Chris , review by: hothardware.com
Outstanding battery life, Subtle notifications, Classic design, OLED sub-dial visible in all lighting, Robust HealthMate app
Limited notification support, Imprecise calorie counter, No music options, Lack of touch screen UI
The Nokia Steel HR is a great option for those looking for a classic-looking watch that is also capable of tracking fitness goals. The Steel HR has a number of smartwatch capabilities, but is subtle enough to be eye-catching to users that are looking for...
Stylish, elegant design and compatible with standard sizes of watch bands, Excellent battery life, Water resistant
Inconsistent automatic exercise tracking, Inaccurate data for activity and sleep tracking, Official leather bands for 36mm size watch are still too large for small wrists
Nokia's revamp of the Withings Steel HR go beyond merely the cosmetic, but the lack of updates to its tracking algorithms make for a device that will appeal more to watch fans than data lovers. Given its good looks and otherwise smart design choices, it's...
Elegant, versatile design with tasteful customization options, Broader activity tracking than other hybrid watches, Weekslong battery, quick to recharge, 5 ATM water resistance
Health app needs more content (programs, insights, resources etc.), Lacks music controls
As far as hybrid smartwatches go, not a whole lot has traditionally been expected out of them. Smartphone notifications are a given, and unlike other hybrids we've seen, the Nokia Steel HR has these covered – at least partially – by displaying them on its O...
Many may say that the Nokia Steel HR is a smartwatch, I wouldn't agree with that. It doesn't have any apps (other than the Nokia Healthmate app), really the only thing “smart” it does is tracking your activity. Otherwise, it's what many would call a “dumb...
Published: 2017-11-27, Author: Chris , review by: recombu.com
Bags of style, Superb battery life, Full tracking, Strong value
Limited notifications
For 189 Euros, the Nokia Steel HR really is good value for money. That cash nets you a great-looking device that can track all of your usual fitness stats, with seriously long battery life to boot. The only drawback is the dinky digital display, although...
Abstract: Smartwatches are dime a dozen these days. Almost every manufacturer is dipping their toe into the market. We have seen some come and go (aka Pebble) and we have seen some stay the course. However, it is the lesser known brands for this area who sometimes...
