When people think of smartwatches, they usually have Apple, Garmin, or Huawei in mind - and prices well above the 400-euro mark. The runner-focused brand Coros offers an exciting and, above all, affordable alternative to the industry giants for mountain bikers with the Pace 4. For 269 euros, you get a high-quality smartwatch with a bright 1.2-inch touchscreen, three intuitively operated buttons, and...

The watch is light, easy to handle and not such a "giant" on the wrist. The transition from a previous model to the Pace 4 is automated, so you don't have to make all the settings again. Very practical. The threading of the strap with the retaining clip through the metal bar of the clasp is a little annoying...