OnePlus Watch 2 Review: A Stylish but Underwhelming Experience
I purchased the OnePlus Watch 2 about six months ago for £210, drawn in by its sleek design. Initially, it looked great on my wrist, and the strap was comfortable. However, my experience has been marred by several issues.
Battery Life: A Rapid Decline
The watch’s battery life started strong, lasting over 7 days on a single charge. Unfortunately, this quickly deteriorated to just 2 days, which was a significant disappointment.
Swimming Tracking: A Missed Opportunity
As a regular swimmer, I was excited to use the watch’s fitness features. However, the watch struggles to accurately track swimming lengths, often failing to recognize them altogether. Despite reaching out to OnePlus support, this issue remains unresolved.
Support: A Disappointing Experience
When I contacted OnePlus support about the swimming tracking issue, they acknowledged the problem and mentioned a potential fix in a future update. However, it’s been four months, and I’ve yet to see any improvements. The lack of follow-through has been frustrating.
Health Concerns: An Unexplained Issue
Recently, I experienced a strange bubbling sensation in my wrist, akin to air bubbles moving through my veins. This sensation disappeared once I removed the watch, raising concerns about potential skin irritation or other health issues.
Conclusion
While the OnePlus Watch 2 looks great (8/10), its performance and support have been underwhelming. With a build quality rating of 7/10, the watch feels premium but doesn’t quite live up to expectations. Poor battery life, inaccurate swimming tracking, and disappointing support make it hard to recommend. Unless OnePlus addresses these issues, potential buyers might want to look elsewhere.
Rating: 3.5/5
