Should I buy the Google Pixel Watch 2?

Whether you should buy the Google Pixel Watch 2 mostly comes down to price and what you want from a smartwatch. It’s an older model now, so it usually makes the most sense as a discounted buy rather than at full retail.

If you can find it for a strong discount, it can still be a very good smartwatch for Android users.

Reasons to buy it on sale:

• Strong health tracking: It has deep Fitbit integration plus useful sensors and features for heart rate, stress, and skin temperature tracking.
• Smooth everyday use: Performance is generally snappy, and charging is fast.
• Comfortable design: It’s lightweight and has a clean, compact look.

Reasons to reconsider:

• Age and support window: As an older model, it will generally have less remaining software support than newer watches.
• Value: If the price is close to a newer Pixel Watch or a current Samsung Galaxy Watch, the newer model is usually the better long-term choice.
• Battery life: Newer smartwatch models typically offer better battery life and more up-to-date features.

Bottom line: Buy the Pixel Watch 2 only if you can get a meaningful discount and you care more about Google/Fitbit-style health features than having the newest model. If it’s near full price, I’d pass and compare it with a newer watch instead.