Warren Gatland saw room for improvement but was encouraged by the way Wales saw off Scotland to win the Doddie Weir Cup.
Wales started their November internationals with victory over Scotland, Jonathan Davies scoring on his return from a long injury lay-off.
Wales have named the team that will take on Scotland in their opening November international, with Jonathan Davies back in the fold.
Stuart McInally captains Scotland again against Wales, but there are numerous changes to the side that beat Argentina.
Gethin Jenkins, Wales' most capped player, will retire from rugby this weekend.
Warren Gatland is in New Zealand following the death of his father, but may be back for Wales' match against Scotland in Cardiff.
The Welsh Rugby Union offered its condolences to Warren Gatland, who has flown back to New Zealand after his father's death.
The need for Bradley Davies to manage a knee injury has led to him being released from the Wales squad.
Bath and Wales centre Jamie Roberts expressed sympathy for Taulupe Faletau while offering an update on his own fitness.
Wales could be without Taulupe Faletau for their November Tests after the Bath back-rower broke his arm.
A rule change means Rhys Webb is ineligible to play for Wales, but coach Warren Gatland remains hopeful of using the scrum-half.
Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards will juggle his international commitments with a role at the Ospreys in the Pro14 this season.
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll heaped praise on the retiring Sam Warburton after the former Wales captain announced his retirement.
After announcing his retirement from rugby, Sam Warburton has found the messages of support "overwhelming".
Sam Warburton was expected to return from injury but his retirement on Wednesday made him just the latest star to announce a shock decision.
Sam Warburton's retirement from rugby brought a strong response on social media, with Gareth Bale among those to wish him well.