Google rivals Apple with answer to better fitness tracking and 88p per day deal
Google has rivalled Apple with a fitness tracking gadget that’s up for grabs with an 88p a day deal. The model in question is part of the tech giant’s smartwatch range, the Google Pixel Watch 2.
The tech giant’s second-generation smartwatch usually costs £79.99 when buying outright, but shoppers can get it for pennies if they spread the cost at MusicMagpie. The retailer is offering the Pixel Watch 2 for £26.66 per month on a three-month deal, equal to roughly 88p per day over a 30-day month.
This particular deal is for the Matte Black Aluminium model with a 41mm case size. It also undercuts Amazon, which charges £182.56 for the same model. The main thing to consider with MusicMagpie’s deal is that shoppers are buying a refurbished Pixel Watch 2 in ‘good’ condition.
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The site says the device ‘will show moderate signs of wear and tear’, but assures it has been ‘fully tested’ and is in ‘excellent’ working order. MusicMagpie also provides a 12-month warranty at no extra cost to cover ‘technical defects’ and ‘faults caused by improper workmanship or materials’.
Google launched the Pixel Watch 2 in 2023 to rival the Apple Watch Series 9 released that same year. It offers a range of Google and Fitbit health features ideal for tracking one’s fitness journey, with monitoring of steps, calories, heart rate, sleep and more.
Get Google's Pixel Watch 2 for 88p
MusicMagpie customers can pick up Google's Pixel Watch 2 for 88p per day when splitting the cost with a three-month deal.
It can also be used to track many exercises and workouts such as running, cycling and weightlifting. With built-in Google Assistant, users can simply say ‘Hey Google’ to see stats related to their health and fitness alongside easy access to Gmail, Google Calendar and Google Wallet.
The Pixel Watch 2 also boasts a 24-hour battery with an always-on display and faster charging. For those preferring the latest model, the Google Pixel Watch 4 – released in October 2025 – is available with a rival cost-splitting deal at Sky Mobile.
The retailer is offering this newer model from £10 when spreading the cost on a 36-month plan. Apple fans may prefer the new Apple Watch Series 11, which is currently £70 off at Amazon, reduced to a record low of £299 (was £369).
As for MusicMagpie, many customers have turned to the site for its wide range of refurbished smartwatches. It now holds a 4.5-star Trustpilot rating after more than 350,000 reviews.
One consumer said: “Recently bought a refurbished Pixel Watch 3. Delivered super quickly. Works perfectly and looks new. Great service, I’ll be back for more.”
Another says: “Great delivery, fantastic product. In pristine condition as stated in the description.”
Others reported a more mixed experience, as one shopper said: “It was ok. The watch I bought is a bit laggy and beaten up, even though I chose good rather than ok. However, it came with insurance for a year so that’s good.”
Nevertheless, another five-star review says: “What a bargain. I ordered Samsung Galaxy smartwatch Ultra refurbished [in] pristine condition. The watch is like new.”
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