Too Close to Call
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
8.6
Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes wanting rugged Android smartwatch durability
VS
Google Pixel Watch 4
8.5
Pixel and Android users wanting the purest Google smartwatch experience with AI features
Score Comparison
Criteria
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Google Pixel Watch 4
Overall Score
8.6
8.5
Health Insights & AI
9.2
8.8
Sleep Tracking
8.8
8.5
Battery Life
7.5
6.8
Value for Money
6.5
7.8
Design & Comfort
9.2
9.0
Activity Tracking
9.0
8.2
App & Ecosystem
9.0
9.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Google Pixel Watch 4
Price
$649
$349
Released
25-Jul-25
09-Oct-25
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes wanting rugged Android smartwatch durability
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra brings rugged adventure-ready features to Android users, offering a compelling alternative to Apple Watch Ultra for those in the Samsung ecosystem.
Strengths
- Rugged titanium construction for extreme sports
- 100-hour battery in power saving mode
- Dual-frequency GPS for superior accuracy
- Water resistant to 10ATM (100m)
Limitations
- Premium $649 price tag
- Large 47mm case may overwhelm smaller wrists
- Still shorter battery than Garmin alternatives
When to Choose Google Pixel Watch 4
Pixel and Android users wanting the purest Google smartwatch experience with AI features
The Google Pixel Watch 4 shines with Gemini AI and satellite SOS, offering the most cohesive Google ecosystem experience despite average battery life.
Strengths
- Gemini AI integration for smart assistance
- Satellite SOS emergency connectivity
- Purest Wear OS experience with Google apps
- Beautiful domed display design
Limitations
- 30-40 hour battery life
- Limited to Pixel phones for best experience
- Smaller display than competitors
