Noise Pulse 2 Max Review

Quick Summary

The Pulse 2 Max is a budget smartwatch from Noise with a large 1.85-inch LCD, Bluetooth calling and a 10-day battery rating. It is sold on the brand's own store at around ₹1,499 in most colours, with the Elite Black version priced at ₹1,699. It is meant for first-time buyers who want a big screen, calls on the wrist and basic health tracking without spending much. Buyers like the way it looks, while accuracy, battery life and long-term durability draw mixed or negative feedback.

Design & Build Quality

The watch has a polycarbonate case and a 22 mm silicone strap in a rectangular shape. At 45 x 37 x 11.5 mm and 41.7 grams, it is light and compact for a watch with such a large display, and should suit slim as well as broader wrists. A 22 mm strap is a common size, so replacements are easy to find. The IP68 rating protects against dust and splashes, which is good for sweat, rain and hand washing, but it is not meant for swimming.

Appearance is the most praised point among buyers, and the wide choice of colours helps it look more expensive than its price. Durability is where the complaints begin: some owners report strap damage or a watch that stopped working within months.

Display

The 1.85-inch LCD with 240 x 284 pixels and 550 nits of brightness is the main attraction. The high brightness helps outdoors in Indian sunlight, and the large size makes messages, call screens and menus easy to read. As an LCD, it will not match the deep blacks of AMOLED panels on pricier watches, and the resolution is modest. Cloud-based watch faces, a wake gesture and brightness adjustment are included.

Calling & Connectivity

Bluetooth v5.3 with Tru Sync supports calls from the wrist, with caller name display and call rejection. As with all Bluetooth calling watches, the call is carried through your paired phone, which must be nearby. The watch works with iOS 17 and above and Android 9 and above.

Health & Fitness Tracking

You get heart rate, SpO2, stress and sleep monitoring, female health tracking, a breathing exercise, a step tracker, calorie and distance counts, activity history and 100 sports modes. These features are handy for building a daily habit, but they should be treated as rough wellness indicators, not medical readings. Many buyers say the step count and heart rate readings are not dependable, with complaints such as steps being counted while the wearer is at rest, so do not rely on the numbers for serious training.

Battery Life

The 300 mAh battery is rated for 10 days of typical use and 30 days of standby, and a full charge takes up to 2 hours. Opinion is split: some buyers are happy with several days per charge, while a large number report fast drain or charging problems. A low battery reminder is built in.

Features Assessment

For its price, the feature list is long: calling, notifications, music and camera controls, stopwatch, timer, alarm, vibration alert, do not disturb and over-the-air updates. The hardware has no built-in GPS listed in the official specifications, so distance and routes depend on the watch's own estimates. Many buyers rate the feature set as good for the price, although a significant number report that some features do not work properly.

Ease of Use

The large screen and straightforward menus keep it easy to learn, even for first-time users. The smart DND mode and wake gesture reduce unwanted interruptions, and the watch updates over the air.

Value for Money

At around ₹1,499, the Pulse 2 Max undercuts most calling smartwatches, and the large display and long feature list make it look like very good value on paper. The risk is in the details: performance, accuracy and durability get far more negative than positive comments from buyers. It makes sense as a low-cost starter watch or a secondary watch, and less sense as a long-term purchase.

Who Should Buy It?

First-time smartwatch buyers, students and gift buyers who want a big-screen watch with calling and basic tracking at an entry price, and who accept the durability risk.

Who Should Consider Alternatives?

Anyone who wants reliable heart rate and step data, an AMOLED display, built-in GPS, swim-ready water resistance or a watch that lasts for years should look at higher-priced models from established brands.