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Buyers see the Activite as a legitimate Swiss watch, not just a fitness gadget. One commenter pushed back on the idea that 450 dollars is expensive, pointing out the stainless steel body, attention to detail, and curved sapphire glass as hallmarks of real watchmaking rather than typical smartwatch pricing. This framing suggests the target audience values it as a watch first and a tracker second, comparing it favorably against cheaper plastic smartwatches rather than against dedicated fitness bands.

The lack of a built-in heart rate monitor is a recurring frustration. Multiple commenters specifically asked whether the watch has a heart rate meter, with one saying they hated having to pull out their phone to check pulse. Another said they loved the watch overall but wished it included heart rate tracking. This gap stands out because it's the most repeated request across separate comments, suggesting it's a meaningful limitation for fitness-focused buyers.

Long-term durability and pricing tiers raise some doubts. One user reported having to replace the watch strap twice, calling the design flimsy despite the watch otherwise working well. Separately, a buyer questioned whether the leather-banded Activite Steel is worth a 250 dollar premium over the base model, and another asked about tick noise at night. These comments suggest some uncertainty around value and long-term wear despite the premium materials.