Asus ZenWatch 2 (WI501Q / WI502Q)

portability, design, size, usability

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Is the ZenWatch 2 a success or failure? It does offer refinements over last year’s model in the areas of battery and customization — specifically size, color, and wristband. The ZenWatch 2 is a good watch, in fact, and perhaps even a great one,...

Relatively inexpensive. Lightweight. Decent battery life.

Reflective display. Too much bezel. Bulky. Stiff leather band. Android Wear remains clumsy to navigate.

Conclusions If you like the look of the Apple Watch, but don't want to plunk down at least $300 to get it, the Asus ZenWatch 2 is a decent alternative. The similarities, however, are only skin deep. Functionality-wise, the Asus ZenWatch 2 is about as...

The big difference between this ZenWatch 2 and the rest of the Android Wear world is price. While you’re going to be paying $299 for the least expensive version of the Moto 360 (2015), the ZenWatch 2 starts at $129. ZenWatch 2 (WI501Q) with a band made...

elegant and solid casing, dust and water resistance, many casing and watchband options, up-to-date Android Wear, phone functionality, real-world suitable battery life, quick charge function, Wi-Fi, low price

inaccurate motion sensor, no heart-rate sensor, barely useful fitness functions, sometimes awkward handling, casing's ergonomics could be better

Asus has brought forward a solid refresh of its ZenWatch 2 smartwatch and has also responded to criticism on the predecessor, such as the lack of water resistance. The elegant and rigid casing, the diverse models among which buyers can choose from and...

Over half the cost of other smartwatches at $129.99 ; More choices than before: size, color & bands ; ZenWatch Manager App is a great companion app

Lacks a heart rate sensor ; Doesn’t have quite the same premium feel as other watches ; Tough to see the screen under sunlight

Asus doesn’t take any drastic measures to steer away from what they’ve done with their first Android Wear smartwatch. Yes, it’s mainly the same exact thing from before, but now it’s offering a better degree of options – though, it’s nothing like the...

Solid Build Quality and Elegant Design; IP67 Rating; Swappable Watch Straps; Beautiful Curved Display; Customizable Watch Faces and ASUS Apps Suite; Good Battery Life

Reflective Display; Magnetic Connector Gets Detached Easily

I’ll confess by saying that I am not completely sold on smartwatches yet. I personally prefer analogue watches. I’ve had a lot of bad experiences in smartwatches in the past particularly with the Moto 360. However, after using the Zenwatch 2 for the...

Elegant stainless steel case ; Great value ; IP67 water and dust resistant ; Extra features through ZenWatch Manager app

Large bezels around the display

The ZenWatch 2 is a great evolution of last year's ZenWatch and cements ASUS' place in the wearables market. The inclusion of ASUS' own apps sets the ZenWatch 2 apart, and rather than just another run-of-the-mill Android Wear watch, you get something a...

Very affordable ; Water-resistant design ; Great FaceDesigner app ; Long-lasting battery ; Smaller, more convenient charger.

Clunky design with thick bezel ; Confusing ZenWatch Manager app interface ; Too many competing Asus apps on watch.

The ZenWatch 2 is a very affordable, long-lasting Android Wear watch, but its design is on the clunky side.

Battery lasts well into the next day ; Available in two sizes

Bezel is a bit too big for the size of the screen

If you’re into the idea of a rectangular watch, the ZenWatch 2 seriously stylish Android Wear device that lasts throughout the entire workday.