LG Watch Urbane

There’s a lot to like about the LG Watch Urbane with its handy Wi-Fi connectivity and the welcome new version of Android Wear. Since it’s essentially the same device as the G Watch R in terms of hardware, your purchase really hinges on the design. It is expensive and bulky so we can’t see it appearing to the masses so the G Watch R is still our recommended choice.

The LG Watch Urbane is the most luxuriously crafted Android Wear smartwatch yet, but it's a tough sell for the price.

The Watch Urbane is the best smartwatch LG has made to date, but it’s also the most expensive and its styling isn’t everyone’s cup of tea – it certainly suits a larger wrist. One to try before you buy.

It's really big

The LG Watch Urbane is a solid smartwatch in a chic, classic design, but while Android Wear continues to improve, it's still limited.

The LG Watch Urbane is the South Korean company’s third attempt at a smartwatch, following in the footsteps of the

The Urbane runs Android Wear, the same platform powering Motorola’s smartwatches and a number of Samsung’s. It’s compatible with smartphones running Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and above, pairing your smartwatch with your mobile via Bluetooth and granting you access to Android Wear apps.