When comparing InWatchZ vs Samsung Gear Live, the Slant community recommends InWatchZ for most people. In the question“What are the best smartwatches?” InWatchZ is ranked 20th while Samsung Gear Live is ranked 25th. The most important reason people chose InWatchZ is:
The Z is the only smartwatch capable of working as a phone without the need to sync to an existing smartphone.
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Pros
Pro Stand-alone phone
The Z is the only smartwatch capable of working as a phone without the need to sync to an existing smartphone.
Pro Decent camera on-board
There's a camera just above the screen on the band. It can take 5MP stills, or record 720p video.
Pro Customizable UI
The UI was designerd in-house. It ships with the Google Play Store, and runs full Android version 4.4 allowing for lots of customization.
Pro Bastic fitness tracking capabilities
Currently the heart rate monitor works with Samsung's S-Health app. The heart rate monitor itself works good, but the app is somewhat clunky and there aren't that many features to speak of except for tracking your heart rate over time. Hopefully it will be compatible with third-party apps that build on it.
Pro Good display
The Gear Live has a clear 320x320 sAMOLED display, with rich blacks that blend with the bezel. It may be slightly harder to see the information in direct sunlight.
Pro Reasonable water resistance
Submerging the watch in water might not be a good idea, but it won't stop working due to rain or if you spill your tea on it.
Pro Built-in Wi-Fi
Pro Good build quality
Unlike other Android Wear smartwatches available currently, this has an aluminum body.
Cons
Con Slow data speeds
2G speeds are very slow compared to 3G, and especially LTE. You will not be happily streaming all day long.
Con Horrible charging mechanism
Multiple reports of the charging mechanism breaking or not working properly. In addition, the design is fiddly and annoying due to its snap-on nature.
Con Incompatible with older Android OS versions
Make sure you're Android phone's OS version is 4.3 or higher and it supports Bluetooth 4.
Con Hard to see text in direct sunlight
It may be slightly harder to see information in direct sunlight.
Con Bad battery life
Samsung's Gear Live has a 300mAh battery that lasts less than a full day.