Pininfarina SENSO Vanguard – Where Craftsmanship Meets Connectivity - Review

When a name like Pininfarina enters the watch world, expectations soar — and with good reason. Best known for sculpting some of the world’s most elegant Ferraris and iconic automotive silhouettes, the Italian design house brings with it a legacy of performance and beauty. With the SENSO Vanguard, Pininfarina Hybrid Watches by Globics reimagines that legacy for the wrist — blending classical aesthetics with smart technology in a hybrid watch that’s turning heads for all the right reasons.

A Watch That Looks Like a Watch

At a glance, you’d be forgiven for thinking the SENSO Vanguard was a purely mechanical timepiece. There’s no oversized screen, no excessive glare, and certainly no interruption to the elegant curves of its case. It’s refreshingly analogue in appearance — a nod to Pininfarina’s automotive heritage — but don’t let that fool you.

Beneath the surface lies a full suite of health and wellness features, housed within a 44mm SUS 316L surgical-grade stainless steel case. It’s paired with either a supple Italian leather strap or a micro-adjustable steel bracelet available in several finishes, including a particularly striking gold-and-black PVD combo. The use of sapphire glass and hypoallergenic materials shows a commitment to quality and comfort — this is a smartwatch that understands luxury.

Subtle Tech, Serious Capability

Unlike many hybrid watches that struggle to balance form and function, the SENSO Vanguard feels purposeful. The chronograph pushers and rotating crown don’t just imitate traditional watch mechanics — they are the navigation tools, allowing users to toggle between functions with tactile satisfaction.

And what’s under the hood? Think heart rate monitoring, ECG, SpO2 tracking, sleep analysis, stress levels, and even body mass index calculation. While that might sound overwhelming, the companion app keeps things digestible. Available on both Android and iOS, it offers a clean, intuitive interface to track daily stats, wellness trends, and hydration or movement reminders.

There’s even menstrual cycle tracking for those who need it — though the watch itself maintains a unisex aesthetic that doesn’t alienate.

Everyday Practicality

With a 50m water resistance rating and a battery that lasts up to 30 days (or around a week with heavy health tracking), the SENSO Vanguard handles real life well. Whether you’re out for a jog, cycling through the city, or navigating a day of meetings, it doesn’t feel like you’re wearing a fitness gadget. Instead, it sits on the wrist like a proper watch — stylish, substantial, and well-made.

At £449, it sits above most mainstream tech wearables, but comfortably below the likes of TAG Heuer’s Connected range. It fills a unique space — not quite a full smart device, but far more capable and refined than most hybrid competitors.

The Pininfarina SENSO Vanguard isn’t trying to be everything for everyone. It’s a hybrid smartwatch that wears like a classic timepiece, honours its design lineage, and still delivers a quietly impressive suite of modern features.

For anyone looking to stay connected to their wellbeing without sacrificing style — or for those simply drawn to the elegance of Italian design — this is a worthy contender.

Available now at Pininfarina-hybridwatchbyglobics.com, £399, $399, €449.