The Nilait Watch Cometta ONE, PcComponentes' own brand, features dual-frequency GPS (L1+L5), an AMOLED display, and up to 10 days of battery life for under 40 euros. A low-cost rival to the most basic Garmins.
PcComponentes has launched a smartwatch that, given its price, seems like a pricing error. The Nilait Watch Cometta ONE costs €39.99 and comes with dual-frequency GPS, a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, and a battery that promises up to 10 days of normal use. The own brand of the Spanish electronics giant aims to democratise sports technology that has so far only been seen in watches costing €200 or more.
The device, which is already available on the PcComponentes website, is designed for runners and outdoor enthusiasts who do not want to spend a fortune on a smartwatch. According to the company, the Cometta ONE integrates a dual-frequency GPS positioning system (L1+L5), a feature that reduces interference in wooded areas, valleys, or dense urban environments. In practice, this means that the signal does not drop out when you need it most.
A smartwatch with a compass, altimeter, and barometer for €40
Beyond GPS, the watch includes three navigation sensors that are usually reserved for high-end devices: a geomagnetic compass, an altimeter, and a barometer. With these, the user can navigate mountain routes or hiking trails without relying on their mobile phone. The IP68 certification and water resistance up to 3 ATM (30 meters) make it suitable for rain, splashes, and a quick dip, although the brand warns that it is not designed for prolonged swimming or diving.
The 1.43-inch AMOLED display offers true blacks and sufficient brightness to read data in full sunlight. Battery life is another of its strong points: between 7 and 10 days in normal mode, and up to 30 days in standby mode. According to sources from PcComponentes, the watch is compatible with Android and iOS via the Fitbeing app, and it synchronises natively with Strava, the social network for athletes. Additionally, it includes over 60 preconfigured sports modes.
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At this price, the Cometta ONE does not aim to dethrone professional Garmins, which cost between €200 and €600. However, it presents itself as a low-cost alternative for those looking for a reliable GPS watch without breaking the bank. That said, it does have concessions: it does not include topographic maps on screen, lacks a complex app ecosystem, and is not designed for responding to emails or carrying the office on your wrist.
For the average user who goes running three days a week or hikes on the weekend, the Nilait Watch covers basic needs: recording distance, pace, altitude, and heart rate (although the article does not specify if it has an optical pulse sensor). The absence of maps may be a drawback for the more adventurous, but the compass and altimeter help prevent getting lost in open fields.
PcComponentes has applied its usual strategy: offering mid-to-high specifications at a rock-bottom price. The Cometta ONE is already available for €39.99 in the distributor's online store, and the first units are flying off the shelves. For those looking for a first sports smartwatch or a functional gift without spending much, this could be an opportunity. The more demanding users, however, will have to keep looking at Garmins.
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