Fossil Q Wander vs. Google Pixel Watch 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fossil Q Wander and Google Pixel Watch 2. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Fossil Q Wander vs. Google Pixel Watch 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System Android Wear Wear OS 4.0 by Google
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) or later, iOS 8.0 or later Android 9.0 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output Speaker Speaker
Width 45 mm -
Height 45 mm -
Depth 13.5 mm -
Body Details - Case only: 31 g
Body Material - 100% recycled aluminium
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Sensors Thermometre, gyro sensor, G-sensor Ambient light sensor, barometer, magnetometer, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor, temperature sensor, continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, steps taken Calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, menstrual cycle, Resting Heart Rate (RHR), heart rate variability, breathing rate, ECG, sleep quality score
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Music remote handling, flashlight, call alerts Call handling, find phone function, auto-activity detection, Find my Device, breathing training function, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, heart rate zones, instant message reply, customisable watch faces, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, brightness: 1000 nits, cardio fitness score
Notifications SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Google Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Platform - Google Home
IoT Communications Type - Cloud
IoT Communications Technology - Wi-Fi
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Type Colour AMOLED - colour
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, side button
CASE Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Case Size 45 mm -
Case Shape Round Round
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Black Polished silver aluminum
Crown Type - Haptic
BAND Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Band Type Strap Active band
Band Size - S/L
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference Up to 195 mm 130-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black Porcelain | Bay
STORAGE Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Storage Capacity 4 GB 32 GB
RAM Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Manufacturer - Qualcomm
CPU Type - 5100
Features - Cortex M33 co-processor
BATTERY Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 360 mAh 294 mAh
Battery Life 1 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details - Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time - 75 hour(s)
Wireless Charging Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Fossil Q Wander Google Pixel Watch 2
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB charging dock 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Alarm Clock Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Compliant Standards IP67 -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.12 W/kg (head)
0.84 W/kg (limb)
0.203 W/kg (body)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - GC3G8
Warranty 2-year warranty 2-year warranty
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