Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 Arrives for Review: Built for Extreme Durability

The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 has officially arrived in our hands, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most ambitious smartwatches the company has ever created.

Marketed towards what Huawei calls “Dynamic Explorers,” this device isn’t just another premium wearable – it’s a rugged, highly advanced tool designed to push boundaries in durability, outdoor performance, and health monitoring.

At first glance, the build quality sets it apart from anything in the mainstream smartwatch market. The case is crafted from zirconium-based liquid metal, an exotic material that Huawei claims is nearly nine times more corrosion-resistant than standard aluminum alloys and significantly tougher in terms of structural strength. The bezel and caseback are made from nanocrystal ceramic, offering both scratch resistance and hypoallergenic comfort. Completing the robust design is a sapphire crystal display, which is a hallmark of high-end timepieces and provides unmatched protection against daily wear and tear.

What really grabs attention, however, is its ability to withstand extreme underwater conditions. The Watch Ultimate 2 is certified for 20 ATM of water resistance – meaning it can survive pressures equivalent to diving depths of up to 200 meters, though Huawei specifies official support for dives as deep as 150 meters. This makes it the first smartwatch equipped with a speaker system capable of operating at those depths, an engineering feat that divers will immediately appreciate. Even more impressively, Huawei has fitted a miniature sonar that lets divers send out distress signals and keep track of dive partners, adding a layer of safety rarely seen in consumer wearables.

Beyond durability, the display is a technical highlight. Measuring 1.5 inches, the LTPO 2.0 AMOLED panel can scale refresh rates dynamically to save battery and blasts up to a blistering 3,500 nits of peak brightness, ensuring perfect readability under harsh sunlight or underwater reflections. This kind of visibility is crucial for adventurers and professionals who operate in demanding environments.

Health and performance tracking remains a core focus. The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 integrates a comprehensive suite of sensors: an electrocardiogram (ECG), a PPG heart rate sensor, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) monitoring, arterial stiffness tracking, and a barometric pressure sensor. These tools don’t just track fitness – they provide insights into cardiovascular health and long-term wellbeing, bridging the gap between a smartwatch and a professional-grade health device.

Visually, Huawei offers two striking finishes: Compass Black and Ocean Blue. The review unit in Ocean Blue combines elegance with toughness, and its hefty build reinforces the impression that this watch is designed to survive extremes rather than just sit as a fashion accessory. It is undeniably large and weighty, but that is part of its appeal: this is a device that wears its durability proudly.

All these impressive specifications set the stage for the real test: daily use, battery longevity, and the practicality of its advanced features in real-world conditions. Our full review will cover how the Watch Ultimate 2 handles not just adventurous expeditions but also day-to-day life, fitness tracking, and smartwatch duties. For now, it’s safe to say Huawei has delivered one of the boldest and most technologically daring wearables to date.