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Fossil FTW4025 vs Fossil FTW6043

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Title Fossil Unisex 44MM Gen 5 Carlyle HR Heart Rate Stainless Steel and Silicone Touchscreen Smart Watch, Color: Black (Model: FTW4025)Fossil Unisex 40MM Gen 4 Sloan HR Heart Rate Stainless Steel Mesh Touchscreen Smart Watch, Color: Rose Gold/Silver Sloan (Model: FTW6043)
Model Fossil
FTW4025
Fossil
FTW6043

Basic Info

Suggested Price $295.00$129.00
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Release Nov 2019

Overview

DescriptionIncrease productivity and keep time with this black Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle HR smartwatch. The voice-activated Google Assistant feature responds to instructions through the integrated microphone, and the smart battery modes offer days of uptime. This Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle HR smartwatch uses Wear OS by Google, letting you connect Android or iOS smartphones, while the water-resistant design boosts durability.
Top Features
  • Smartwatches powered with wear OS by Google work with iPhone and Android phones
  • Extend your battery life for multiple days with new, smart Battery modes; magnetic USB rapid Charger included; charge UP to 80 percent in under an hour. Battery Life: 24 + Hr, Multi Day Modes (Based on usage)
  • Case size: 44mm; Band size: 22mm; interchangeable with all Fossil 22mm bands; screen size: 1.28 inch
  • Heart rate and activity tracking using Google fit; Built in GPS for Distance tracking; swimproof design 3Atm; responses from Google assistant it’s your own personal Google, always ready to help; speed through checkout with your watch using Google pay
  • This is one smart watch now with a speaker for Audible alerts and taking phone calls, Google assistant responses and more; Receive smartphone notifications and alerts; Microphone; Download third party apps with 8Gb of storage and 1G ram memory capacity
  • Smartwatches powered with wear OS by Google work with iPhone and Android phones ; Circumference: 190+/- 5mm
  • Heart rate and activity tracking using Google fit; Built-in GPS for Distance tracking; swimproof design 3Atm; Google assistant built in - it’s your own personal Google, always ready to help; speed through checkout with your watch using Google pay
  • This is one smart watch - Receive smartphone notifications and app Alerts, manage your calendar, control your music, Download third party apps (your favorite ride-sharing or music apps), and customize your watch face; touchscreen functionality, built-in fitness Tracker, Microphone, music storage and controls, custom goal and Alarm settings, calendar Alerts, Multiple Time Zones, weather, LED Flashlight, wireless syncing
  • Estimated 24 hour Battery Life, Based on usage plus 2 additional days in low-power mode; magnetic usb rapid Charger included; charge UP to 80 percent in under an hour
  • Classic design. Modern tech. This 40mm Sloane hr (heart rate) touchscreen smartwatch lets you track your heart rate, Receive notifications, customize your Dial and more; case size: 40mm; Band size: 18mm; interchangeable with all Fossil 18mm bands; imported
  • Compatibility: Android 6.0+ (excluding Go edition), iOS 10.0+

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.0 (out of 258 reviews)3.4 (out of 54 reviews)
BestBuy Rating4.1 (out of 106 reviews)
Latest Reviews

My wife loves it
Rating: 5
This product gives her everything she needs without loosing the fact that it is first and foremost a watch. She loves that she can customize her daily use and every watch face has a way to costumize it too. This was a great mothers day present. And she loved that it is big becauae she can see it easily without her glasses.
by TheHubby on 2020-05-20T17:00:00

This is one sexy watch!
Rating: 5
I love this watch I wear it every day and I love the way it looks in comparison to my other Fossil Watches. I only wear Fossil watches Rather that be smart, hybrid, or analog because I love them so much. The silicone band is easy to clean. 10/10.
by Linds on 2020-06-21T17:00:00

Beautiful Watch
Rating: 5
This is definitely the best Wear OS that's out right now. I love that this watch definitely looks like a watch. The watch is lightweight, runs very well, and comes loaded with lots of watchfaces. My favorite feature is the charging dock. No matter what way you plane it on the dock, the watch always charges.
by Rican D on 2019-12-23T16:00:00

Love it
Rating: 5
I love everything about this watch. How it looks. The functionality... such as heart rate monitoring, little speaker inside that channels my OK Google, the various watch faces, the quality of software, the ability to pay without pulling out my wallet or phone, the quality of screen,... It's all good.
by Family Pet on 2019-12-30T16:00:00

Loks great and works great
Rating: 5
More storage and faster processor and faster memory than my Gen 4 Explorist. Apps load fast and smooth on this one. GPS is good. Messaging is faster than before. Not as heavy as past watch. One issue is if I hold my watch near my ear, it makes a tiny ticking noise, for no reason. must be interference in the speaker. Still not bad enough to get less than 5 stars to me. Yes I can use either watch on my android without having to set them up every time I switch.
by TruXter on 2019-10-08T17:00:00

Great Google's Wear OS watch!
Rating: 5
This is a great watch that can morph from a fitness tracker (with a silicon strap and digital face - for example, Essential Digital) to a fashionable time piece (with a leather strap - for example Cauwsai Crazy Horse Pattern Leather Watch Strap - and a classic face - for example, Minimal Dressy); see the photos. The straps are as easy to exchange as the faces. It integrates smoothly with my Pixel 4 XL and the Google-based tools, and the battery life is acceptable as it easily survives a whole day with some spare energy left for a longer evening. The charge is contact-based, but very convenient to use. I have not used any energy saving modes yet, since so far I did not have a need for them. I owned several fitness trackers (Fitbit, TomTom) and I have LG Watch Sport, and this is by far the best smart watch that can double as a fitness tracker (or the other ways around). It is also a fashion item, and I would argue that it looks better than Apple Watch or Fitbit Versa. Just for clarity, I have been a Mac user since I remember, and I used iPhones until I discovered Google Fi. I like Apple's design philosophy, and I believe that they would not shy away from Fossil Gen 5 if they made it.
by jendrek on 2019-12-21T16:00:00

Love it
Rating: 5
Im really liking this watch i have a fitbit charge hr 2 before and wanted to find a watch it more features. pro: looks great charges fast has lots of customization was easy to sync with my pixel 3 cons: I can't get it to monitor my sleep (not sure if i need another app for that) 1 day battery life with all features on would like the band to have notches on the parts that hold down the band so it stay in place.
by Liz on 2019-12-20T16:00:00

I would buy this again this time for my wife.
Rating: 5
Love the features, it's comfortable I like how easy swapping out bands are and the options out there
by Detail83 on 2020-06-27T17:00:00

Love the watch, Wish the battery life was better
Rating: 4
Beautiful,fast and the most comfortable smartwatch I've ever had. My Huawei 2 had much better battery life. If you can find a software update to make the battery life better and it will be fantastic.
by Tech lover on 2019-12-21T16:00:00

The glass could be better
Rating: 3
I love the look and design of the Carlyle. I upgraded from a Skagen Falster 2 simply for the processor and a larger face. I've had the Skagen for some time now and had no issues. On the second day with my Gen 5 I noticed a damaged screen. I have a desk job and am not the most active. I've no clue what could have done it, but I would have imagined this latest watch would be more durable. Currently looking for repair solutions that won't cost more than the watch.
by Æ on 2019-12-27T16:00:00

I love this!!!
Rating: 5
I love this watch! From the second I saw it I fell in love! It is affordable and beautiful! It was glitching at first but once it fully updated and got set up I haven't had any issues! It works with my Android with no issues. The wear os app had a few options for the watch face but I didn't really like them. I was able to download an app on my phone that gave me access to a lot more options!
by Ophelia on 2020-04-25T17:00:00

Yes I would buy again
Rating: 5
I ordered another knid of watch but they had sold out. I waited a week later and found this watch and I love it
by shay on 2020-05-27T17:00:00

Love this watch!
Rating: 5
I have went from having the Apple Watch series 1 for four years and have made the switch over to this watch. I love it. I was getting so tired of the Apple Watch and the bulky square design. It was a small screen as well especially compared to this watch. I love how big and round the screen is on this one and I love the touchscreen of it!! Definitely way better than the Apple Watch. It's much cuter and dressier for work now and looks so much better with my outfits!
by Hannah on 2020-05-05T17:00:00

Love this watch!
Rating: 5
I had went without wearing a watch for 5 years and decided I wanted to start wearing one again. After researching and reading numerous reviews, I decided on this one. So far, I've had no problems with it. I don't have a need to use apps from the watch throughout the day, so battery life has not been an issue for me. (I was concerned about this from other reviews). It is comfortable to wear and I love the magnetic band. Classy, comfortable, and practical for my needs!
by Angie on 2019-12-16T16:00:00

Love it!!
Rating: 5
I love my fossil smartwatch!! I got the gen 4 silver mesh band with magnetic closure. Has gold around the face. So matches both my wedding sets. Still learning about the watch. I've had it 2 1/2 weeks.
by Peggy on 2019-10-24T17:00:00

Elegant
Rating: 4
I like this watch. Elegant and accurate. Cons: slow processor and battery life
by Youniquely on 2020-05-20T17:00:00

Falling apart...literally
Rating: 2
I love this watch! It's gorgeous, but that's where it stops. I bought it last November and it is already falling apart. I wear it maybe 2-3x per week maximum. The backing had become unglued. Prior to this, the screen was freezing and I would have to restart it which is very annoying. I sent it in for repairs, we'll see where that goes.
by Liya on 2019-11-17T16:00:00

FELL APART AFTER JUST 30 DAYS OF MINIMAL USE
Rating: 1
Purchased it for my wife on 12/2/2019, the back of the watch (charging plate) fell right off after less than 30 days of use. And to add insult to injury, although it is covered under warranty, one has to "request" a repair quote delaying the process of getting the watched shipped, repaired, and returned. We shall see how long this process takes. I have been recommending Fossil smartwatches since their arrival in the US, 3 of the 4 smartwatches in my family are Fossil Smartwatches...that will soon change. I should have gotten her an iWatch!
by Mickey on 2020-01-23T16:00:00

I would not buy this product, customer service is horrible.
Rating: 1
I have waited to post this review to see if my issues had been resolved. From the first day I got the watch, it would not connect with my phone. I contacted customer care to see what could be done, first of all, all responses take 24 hours, I have done a factory reset on my watch no less than 10 times. This has been a very frustrating process, now, they want me to send back my new watch for repair.
by jidaho on 2019-11-18T16:00:00

I would not buy this product and future generations
Rating: 1
Overall the apps and their connectivity is perfect. I enjoy how seamless was to connect my clock with the phone and the app and view my data. The hardware here is the problem. Who uses glue for a sport clock?? My clock fell apart in less than a year and I have been using it for 5 months everyday. They should not use glue for a clock that is supposed to be sport and that you can use to swim.
by Mary FR on 2020-05-15T17:00:00

All Features

Web ID9590347
releaseNov 2019
SensorsAccelerometer
Display TypeAMOLED
Color DisplayYes
Customizable Watch FacesYes
Form FactorWristwatch
Backlit DisplayYes
Metrics MeasuredActivity vs. inactivity
Battery SizeBuilt-in battery
Charging Interface(s)Wireless
Touch ScreenYes
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts2 Years
ColorBlack with Black Silicone Band
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance98 feet
RechargeableYes
Usage Time36 hours
Product Depth0.5 inches
Built-In MicrophoneYes
Wi-Fi CompatibilityWireless B
SeriesCarlyle HR
Minimum Wrist Size8.07 inches
Alert TypeVibration
Case MaterialStainless steel
Case Thickness0.47 inches
Case Width1.73 inches
System Memory (RAM)1 gigabytes
Bluetooth EnabledYes
Voice ActivatedYes
Band MaterialSilicone
Band TypeStrap
Mobile Payment Service SupportedGoogle Pay
Clasp TypeBuckle
Global PositioningGPS
NFC TechnologyYes
Color CategoryGray
Model NumberFTW4025
Operating System CompatibilityAndroid
Water ResistantYes
Replaceable BatteryYes
Product Height1.7 inches
Product NameGen 5 Smartwatch 44mm Stainless Steel
Display ScreenYes
Band Width22 millimeters
Case ShapeRound
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor2 Years
BrandFossil
Additional Accessories IncludedUSB magnetic charger
Operating SystemWear OS
Vibration AlertYes
Band ColorBlack
Product TypeSmartwatch
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