Noise ColorFit Pulse 3 Review

Quick Summary

The Noise ColorFit Pulse 3 is a budget Bluetooth-calling smartwatch from Noise, built around a big 1.96-inch screen, a metal case and curved glass. It aims at buyers who want a good-looking everyday watch with the usual health and sports features. The large display, the IP68 rating and a claimed week of battery are the highlights. The trade-off is a plain TFT panel instead of AMOLED and a basic sensor set. It is sold at around ₹1,500, which is the entry-level price band.

Design & Build Quality

The Pulse 3 has a metal case with 2.5D curved glass over the screen, which gives it a more premium look than many plastic-bodied budget watches. At about 45 g it is light enough for all-day wear, and the 18 mm silicone strap suits slimmer wrists. Seven colours, including Jade Green, Vintage Brown, Rose Pink and Deep Wine, make it easy to match to a style.

The IP68 rating covers dust and water splashes, so the watch is fine for sweat, rain and a quick rinse. It is still a casual watch, and you should not treat it as a diving or swimming companion.

Display

The 1.96-inch TFT screen is one of the biggest in this price band. It makes caller names, messages and the dial pad easier to read. With 550 nits peak brightness, it should stay readable outside under normal daylight.

As a TFT panel with 240 × 282 pixels, it will not have the deep blacks of an AMOLED watch, but for the money it does the job. More than 170 watch faces let you change the look often, and the bright-screen timer setting helps you control battery use.

Everyday Performance & Software

Day to day, the watch handles notifications, call alerts, alarms, a stopwatch, timer, calculator, flashlight and weather without fuss. Music control and a camera shutter work from the wrist. The Smart DND mode is a useful touch for sleep and meetings.

It pairs with the NoiseFit app on Android 9 and iOS 17 phones and above. The software is simple and aimed at first-time users.

Battery Life & Charging

The 300 mAh battery is rated for up to 7 days of typical use and 30 days on standby. That is a good claim for a large screen with calling. A full charge takes up to 2 hours, so a quick top-up before bed is enough.

Frequent calls and a bright screen will bring battery life down, as with any watch in this class.

Calling & Connectivity

Bluetooth 5.3 calling uses a single-chip design, so the watch can place and receive calls once paired. You get a dial pad, call logs and saved contacts on the wrist. It is useful when your phone is in a bag or charging in another room. For long conversations, a phone is still the better choice.

Health & Fitness Tracking

The Pulse 3 tracks heart rate, blood oxygen, sleep, steps, calories and distance, and keeps an activity history in the app. It has over 100 sports modes, plus auto sports detection that recognises common activities.

The sensor list is basic, with a heart rate sensor, an SpO2 sensor and an accelerometer. This is fine for general wellness and fitness habits. It is not a medical device.

Features Assessment

The feature list covers what budget buyers usually use: calling, notifications, sports modes and sleep data. Extras such as world clock, flashlight and calculator are small but handy. The auto sports detection helps if you forget to start a workout. Nothing feels like padding, and the set is sensible at this price.

Ease of Use

Setup through the NoiseFit app is quick, and the menu layout can be changed to suit you, which is helpful for new users. The big screen makes touch navigation comfortable. Charging with a cable is not as convenient as a dock, but it is easy enough.

Value for Money

Prices differ slightly by seller. The brand's own store lists it at ₹1,599, while some major online sellers list it at ₹1,499, against a listed MRP of ₹6,999. At the lower figure you are paying for a large screen, a metal body, Bluetooth calling and a week of claimed battery. It is competitive with other budget calling watches. Buyers who want AMOLED or GPS should look at pricier models.

Who Should Buy It?

First-time smartwatch buyers, students and daily commuters who want calls and alerts on the wrist will find it a good match. It is also a sensible gift because of the wide choice of colours.

Who Should Consider Alternatives?

Anyone who wants an AMOLED display, built-in GPS or a richer health suite should look at costlier watches. Buyers with larger wrists may prefer a watch with a wider strap option, since this one uses 18 mm.