Amazfit T-Rex 2: The PERFECT Rugged Smartwatch of 2022? [Full Review]

[@ivovass195]

Now this is a proper smartwatch for outdoors adventures. Really like the battery life, button controls option without touching the display, hot+cold+wet resistance, additional app support, text replies. You didn't mention always on display, from sales page it shows as available. Please do show how AOD looks and the different designs if available in all your smartwatch reviews, most reviewers miss showing the different options and a device that can't show the time without requests from user isn't a watch. Great review, thanks for keeping us informed and entertained

[@HristijanSapeski]

which app supports text replies?

[@Hayabusa1169]

@@HristijanSapeskisadly this is Android exclusive. iOS is not available for this feature

[@Anonymous40448]

Good to see you for providing reviews of Xiaomi and Amazfit products

[@SolarAbyss]

I used to have an old Amazfit Pace, it far outlasted any fitbit I've had. Couldn't remember the company name and of course I see this a week after I bought a Garmin Vivoactive 4. This looks like a great watch and excellent review.

[@TechMishka]

👍❤️

[@ippokratis3167]

I found a great deal and bought T-Rex 2 in my country for 189.99 euros and my first impressions are only positive, because i have been using the amazfit t-rex pro for about all summer. The comparison is immediate and it favours T-Rex 2 in all aspects.

[@TechMishka]

You got an awesome deal indeed!

[@joeframo3347]

Yes I agree with your comment very good thank you Happy New Year 👍

[@davidh00]

Are there any areas where T-Rex 2 is worse than T-Rex Pro? Thanks.

[@dooleh84]

​@@davidh00higher price is the only minus, but that is to be expected. The pro was hardly an upgrade from the original t-rex.

[@valentynshyshkin3513]

The BEST review i had ever seen💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@TechMishka]

So glad you enjoyed it! Make sure to share with friends too ❤️

[@thescottishaccent]

I still rock my (second now) Amazfit Bip and love it. The long battery life is the most important factor for me. If this watch can genuinely follow through on the claims of 20+ days of battery life, I'm interested!

[@jegerbest89]

My record is almost 60 days without charging on that watch😂 i almost forgot where my charger was

[@cubified931]

@@jegerbest89 mine 75 days 😂

[@RockyBalboa-h3y]

Is it t-rex2?@@jegerbest89

[@clanmac66]

I can't decide on this or the GTR 4. I am a g-shock fan but want a smartwatch for notifications at work where smartphone has to be hidden. Help?

[@TechMishka]

Try it! 🙂

[@farkasgabor4084]

I've been using this watch for about a year now and I love it. It has a nice looking and the battery lasts for 3-4 Weeks with regular usage and no "always on display". The gps is very precise and I regularly download hiking routes and save on the watch. Extremely useful and the hiking navigation is free this way. I wouldn't recommend it for serious survivalists because using the navigation can reduce battery life for 1 day but if you are not planning to stay out in the wild for days without any option to charge the watch then it is a very good watch to buy.

[@TechMishka]

Awesome summary. It is one of the best devices ever made by Amazfit.

[@loftlike]

Does it survive normal scratches and hits, like say, on a daily travel?

[@farkasgabor4084]

@@loftlike I am an HGV driver . That involves physical job as well. I did hit the screen a couple of times. There are no scratches on the screen or any other damage. So it is very durable.

[@loftlike]

@@farkasgabor4084 thanks a bunch for your reply!

[@motsuwu]

Would you recommend it for casual use? I don’t really exercise or go out that much but I really like the idea of a 3 week battery 😅

[@sakpan39]

Thanks for the review, great work as usual. From 07:10 if I understand correctly, you can have timer running on the background while watching the current, yes? When the countdown is on, does it show the current time on the same screen? Is it good for swimming in the sea? I'm looking for a tough watch, cause I keep banging my watches on stuff like furniture. I want an amoled screen, notifications,

[@sakpan39]

Countdown and timer with current time on the same screen. And swim in the sea. Is the T rex 2 the one? Are there other options?

[@TechMishka]

The T-Rex is fairly durable. I'd go for it over Amazfit Active.

[@Lagravinoyz]

Thank you for the review, is it true that now it is possible to connect with HR band?

[@TechMishka]

It is

[@debopriyoroy]

Nothing beats a timeless automatic timepiece, the very fact of the movement of those watched is unbelievable, these features are all there in a handphone

[@TechMishka]

Agreed!

[@NielChakra]

If u r inactive and free from everything then yes

[@Dark_Asteroid]

​@@NielChakraI wouldn't be so dismissive of something that took 600 years of ingenuity to develop

[@alekbane6048]

Mechanics are vintage pice of art. They are marvelous and beatyfull. But. I would take them in a shooting range... Or into a gym... Or into a street fight that is high probably in some countries if you where a ROLEX or Bierling or OMEGA speedmaster... Or A LOT of different things that WILL damage the mechanics guaranteed. So yes. If you are inactive. You can wear luxury mechs each day. For other mans it not an option and they will looks gloriose on the shelf... I like watches that I can wear each day. And when I see that I burned 1000+KKAL in the training I proud not only from the watches but also from myself. And I live in harshe winters region where -40 celsiose or -40 Fahrenheit degrees is a common thing... This watches are cool.

[@IraCummings]

Really informative review. Were you able to test with the route imports and navigation?

[@TechMishka]

Yeah navigation is pretty good with the routes. Import is easy - just open the gpx via the app and launch it alongside the workout.

[@tharakaperera4719]

Thanks for the great review. I have a question, how is it performing after the software update ? and how is it when swimming and diving ?

[@dr.chungusphd108]

Just ordered one last night.can’t wait.

[@TechMishka]

Hope you will enjoy it a lot!

[@dr.chungusphd108]

@@TechMishka got it in the mail about an hr ago so far it’s amazing. Thanks for the great review.

[@dirt_on_diamonds]

@@dr.chungusphd108 is it better than the Apple Watch

[@dr.chungusphd108]

@@dirt_on_diamonds fuck if I know, I can’t afford an Apple Watch.

[@bluebellharleyrider]

Does Outlook mail sync with this watch?

[@warren488]

does it stack notifications properly? for e.g if i get several messages from a group chat will they all be grouped into one notif or will it be a bunch of separate notifications?

[@richardgilbert5968]

Hi can you wireless charge this Watch - I have a wireless docking station you see and require a Watch like this capable of wireless charging? Many thanks

[@dubdoodle7191]

life span of lithium battery & is it replaceable / accessible by user ? Or is entire watch discarded ?

[@TechMishka]

No option to replace the battery.

[@dubdoodle7191]

@@TechMishka Imagine 1 million sold and 1 million to garbage to the environment. For what purpose to know your heartbeat and sleep pattern ? Dumb, Stupid, products for hypocrites ! Real men wear automatic time pieces !

[@whatsinthebox6783]

Im using the amazfit gtr3 pro and i realize that garmin is way to expensive and amazfit does the same for half of the price 😁

[@anshuljainphp]

Bro im confused between Amazefit GTR3 Pro and Trex 2, which should i go for?

[@t0dd000]

@@anshuljainphp depends on whether you want a watch built for ruggedness.

[@Overtorange]

Just wish the Trex had solar charging and Topo maps.

[@kidultyeung5904]

But garmin's battery is a lot better than amazfit after 8 months used.

[@davidchisolm682]

@@t0dd000 which one would you say is more rugged?

[@baldDluffy]

Can you please suggest which one to go for; this or garmin venu sq?

[@TechMishka]

Hardware on the 13T might be better. I am not a big fan of MIUI though...

[@Verbgaf]

Great review, but I am wondering about two things I hope they have improved. Does it have a virtual notification light or a dot that indicates new notifications and has it better app support for notifications. My old T-rex and T-rex Pro had problems knowing which app notified me. It said App: and then the message, but not which app it was.

[@spikeweb5193]

no multitasking

[@TechMishka]

It still has similar way of displaying the messages. So it is not a significant step up.

[@Verbgaf]

@Tech4All I bought it and am super happy. Too bad it hasn't a notification light/dot. Luckily, all notifications show the app icon, so you know which app they come from. Great battery, many new apps in the Zepp store, new watch faces. I love it. :)

[@spikeweb5193]

@@Verbgaf chinese toy

[@trekwithnikhil5905]

Vo2 max is not working can any help me ,cycled for hours and days still Vo2 max is blank in the watch and app

[@TechMishka]

😞

[@tatsumakisempyukaku]

Love my t-Rex 1. Looking forward to this one. Being able to do your O2 sats for VO2 max is cool as hell.

[@TechMishka]

It is indeed!

[@AnuragTripathy93]

I read that the watch band is not replaceable. How true is that? And if so, how durable is that watch band?

[@phillipbarnette4036]

I'm looking for a good GPS for hiking and trail blazing would you recommend this watch

[@inayathkhan100]

Very nice and informative video, Thank you

[@TechMishka]

Glad it was helpful!

[@adamosantonio1499]

why in my trex2 there is not gopro app, and notify for maps,,? 🤔

[@ZORO-hy5rv]

Why does the bluetooth disconnects by its own while as i can see that it is connected when i check my bluetooth on my phone.

[@TechMishka]

Could be that your phone kills the Amazfit App.

[@ZORO-hy5rv]

@@TechMishka i have iPhone.. could be possible.

[@NaveenTyagi]

Where did you get watch face at 3:27 of video. Please give its name and source.

[@amolkadam0904]

Its called the RZ207 under 'Sense of Technology'. Just click the 'More' button

[@NaveenTyagi]

@@amolkadam0904 thanks

[@lmtdgvrnmnt3918]

How about being around sparks for a welder?

[@TechMishka]

I would avoid such 😊

[@lmtdgvrnmnt3918]

​@@TechMishka what smart watch out there for such a profession?

[@gjwestonable]

I recently bought a Ticwatch 3 Ultra I have to say I prefer my GTS 2 mini. Ultra is a nice watch I just don't use the functions. I do like the T Rex though. Great video thanks

[@ZORO-hy5rv]

Hello and thank you for the amazing full review. Does this watch come with altimeter. If yes, does it work with no mobile signals.

[@IshanPraviit78]

Altimeter is there...

[@zerofive3699]

Is the watch display is good on all viewing angles

[@AMIER_ZAYAN]

When are you going to update T-Rex 2 to Zepp OS 2? The watch has been released this year and is still one of your flagship models.

[@TechMishka]

Good question!

[@SriHari722]

I’m using amazfit trex for past two years. Still battery backup is excellent. 10 days minimum

[@TechMishka]

Epic watch!

[@SriHari722]

@@TechMishka true

[@starzgonzales4358]

Does the t rex 2 comes with ECG monitor?

[@TechMishka]

No

[@TheCalmWoodsman]

Do you know how to upload GPX maps to your watch? Even when they are thrown on the phone, ZEPP does not search for them, if I use other programs such as total commander, which offers other applications to open the GPX file, ZEPP is not there.

[@TechMishka]

Yes - download the GPX, then try opening and select to open with Zepp app. That's it - then you can find them in the "My Routes" section.

[@farzinlayegh7934]

Excuse me do you receive notification on your watch when it disconnects from phone? It was called"disconnection reminder" on previous watches.

[@TechMishka]

Yes, the feature is still there.

[@farzinlayegh7934]

@@TechMishka Thanks but are you sure that watch alerts at the time it disconnects. I think it would be only a single icon not alert. Because I searched the manual and didn't see this option.

[@kirkeric]

Great video. For some reason, I can never find a couple answers though. I wonder if you can tell me. 1. I see the ability to see and read emails and respond briefly but if an email has a picture attachment, can you view it? 2. Are you able to store any photos? [I see one answered at end.] Thanks ahead.

[@TechMishka]

Hey Eric, let me help: It cannot show pictures from messages. No way to store photos.

[@kirkeric]

@Tech4All Thanks a bunch. I suppose the new Ultra is the same though I know it has some internal storage capacity.

[@n98OOOO]

does any amazfit has calling function. iam pretty impressed with rex 2 and also about the battery life

[@TechMishka]

The GTR / GTS series usually have a calling feature.

[@190jardel]

Anyone having a problem with MAPS syncing with Strava? Can't see the route?

[@TechMishka]

Works fine here. Sometimes it takes about a day

[@190jardel]

@@TechMishka consegui resolver, foi algo nas configurações do aplicativo zepp que fiz e não permitia mostrar a rota.

[@marcel_quati]

Great video!! Can you reply messages using IOS or just with Android smartphones? I have a GTS 2e wich have a awfull GPS accuracy…

[@fredreed2001]

No you can't reply to messages or make calls on it. I believe it says it in the description. You can only read them along with the other notifications as well.

[@rubbaanraja5061]

Huawei gt3 vs amazefit trex 2? Which one is a better choice ?

[@TechMishka]

Both are good phones. Trex is more durable, GT3 a little smarter.

[@josipgajski4239]

Do you have any information when the t-rex 3, or t-rex 2 pro is coming out, and will it have a microphone and a speaker?

[@TechMishka]

I have no such information, unfortunately.

[@nikkip8272]

Hi, which smartwatch can I use as a standalone ( with SIM card) phone?

[@pra_ark]

Does this connects and compatible with iPhone X?

[@TechMishka]

Yeah

[@daniele5713]

can you install what3words on this watch?

[@TechMishka]

I don't think so.

[@lucagessi-creatives]

Does it measure running power?

[@TechMishka]

Running power? It measures running speed.for sure

[@lucagessi-creatives]

@@TechMishka ....

[@Automotivekeeda]

Can we connect DJI action camera also?😊

[@TechMishka]

We can't 😔 Yet...

[@10pm63]

Some say that it is bulky - what's your opinion on that? It's hard to tell from videos. Guess I will have to find a shop where I can see it irl.

[@TechMishka]

It is bulky, yeah. This seems to be the point of this watch.

[@tatsumakisempyukaku]

I wonder though about it’s heat tolerances. I now use the sauna regularly at my gym and it’s typically 170-185°F (76.7°-85°C) for 20-30 minute 3-4 times a week.

[@TechMishka]

Wouldn't risk wearing it in sauna :)

[@mannu.sir68]

Is there bt calling function in amazfit t rex pro?

[@TechMishka]

No. There is no speaker.

[@ippokratis3167]

In your opinion is it a good move to go from T-Rex pro to T-Rex 2 ? Or is it better to wait a little bit till it drops to a more affordable price ?

[@sw1samir]

Wait t rex pro 2, i am waiting too.

[@ashyyyk8098]

No not worth it from pro to trex 2

[@dForMa7n93]

Хубаво ревю Мишо, благодаря ти :)

[@fusiontechno1]

I’m using T-rex pro,still good.. no need to upgrade for now.Maybe on the next model.

[@TechMishka]

Good plan!

[@amirrh11]

What face you're using in this Trex 2?

[@TechMishka]

It's one of the default ones. Cannot recall the name...

[@bejovolevelek]

Does it have NFC to be able to pay with it?

[@TechMishka]

It doesn't have NFC.

[@ziegfredpanen6623]

Sir does it have a siving mode

[@TechMishka]

It has diving mode.

[@flashbane]

The wristband caused an itchy skin on my wrist. I tried both left and right wrist, still itchy after a short while.

[@gotahave]

I saw on the box while opening that is showed the watch that looked like it had real hands. I've also seen this same watch advertised in that same manor. Not the face you are using, but one with I think 3 hands. Hr, Min. Sec hands. Is that a different watch or same with hands that look very very real? I'm very much interested in this watch but this is perplexing to me.

[@TechMishka]

It is the same kind of watch. They just use a different watch face - something like the wallpaper on the smartphone.

[@05Abek10]

Does it comes with tempered glass or do we have to make an addition of tempered glass ?

[@TechMishka]

it comes with tempered glass, yes.

[@pingic91]

Are you sure? I asked many shops does it have GORILLA GLASS OR ANY TEMPERED GLASS.. They answered me its kind of regular glass, no protection at all? :((((

[@stuartt172]

I cant find this watch face on app does anybody know which category its in?

[@TechMishka]

Hmmm, it was one of the hybrid ones. I cannot find it either :/ Try Amazfaces - it is a good alternative for wathcface market

[@stuartt172]

@@TechMishka Thanks mate

[@JohnCamacho]

Does anyone know if there is a voice recorder for this watch?

[@TechMishka]

There is one, as far as I remember

[@JohnCamacho]

@@TechMishka ok thanks

[@ConferoMusic]

I bought GT3 PRO, and damaged the touchscreen, I want to buy T-Rex 2, what are the biggest differences between the two?

[@TechMishka]

TRex 2 doesn't support.phone calls

[@nimagholipour]

Hi thanks for reviewing. As a runner I would like to ask you T-Rex or T-Rex pro Does have interval running on app or in the watch? Because I saw T-Rex 2 does support interval running on the watch and on the app as well.

[@TechMishka]

As far as I remember - it does. I will be able to confirm next week - kindly send me an email and I will be glad to look it up for you.

[@nimagholipour]

@@TechMishka for sure thanks

[@yambo000]

Does it support always on screen?

[@TechMishka]

Yrs, it does.

[@Tegano369]

Sir, can we use maps offline? I mean while not connected to mobile.

[@TechMishka]

No, not supported.

[@lutfiharon92]

How about diving, how long it can withstand the pressure underwater

[@TechMishka]

They say 5ATM. I haven't tested this myself.

[@joeframo3347]

Michael is it better than my amaze fit T-Rex pro let me know in the comments Michael I subscribe to your channel thank you did a great job and have a Happy New Year

[@David-uq2uk]

How large is strap as I have 9 inch wrist

[@TechMishka]

It is large enough.

[@David-uq2uk]

@@TechMishka that's what she said lol. Thx

[@samxsteal]

Does with work with audible?

[@TechMishka]

No, it doesn't.

[@dumiradu8325]

Hello! Please reply me… T-Rex 2 or Garmin FR 245?

[@TechMishka]

Both are good. 245 is a bit old already, but still staying strong.

[@prasshantjha]

Should i go for t rex pro or t rex 2? Or any other watch? Please guide me

[@TechMishka]

This one is definitely a good one!

[@easyon54]

Wonder if this support Smartthing apps?

[@TechMishka]

It doesn't.

[@0ff_13lvck4]

Does this have a vibrate function?

[@TechMishka]

Yeah, of course it does.

[@koendomus]

In the mean while the watch got a software update, and now you can connect a bluetooth HR strap to it.

[@TechMishka]

Oh, fantastic news!

[@Darknight3701_]

Do you know if its limited to certain brands of HR monitors? Thanks!

[@koendomus]

@@Darknight3701_ Nope , it's bluetooth, mine is a garmin strap.

[@Dagoodsco]

I have a Pro Trek I love it. One thing it does have is built in maps. And a small Little thing too is the pro trek has a flashlight built in. That’s handy even if it’s for a small watch. Love the T-Rex though. Might have to get a few more features before I abandon my Pro Trek IMO!! Great video

[@TechMishka]

The Pro Trek is quite awesome! It will take a while before T-Rex has in-built maps though.

[@rameezhaider8673]

It has always ON display option ?

[@TechMishka]

Of course.

[@laskasase]

My T Rex 2 disappointed me today. I was hiking mid-hard path with my arms and wrists sweating a lot, and the watch started lying me with the wrong heartbeat measurements. It was showing 50 while my heart was pumping like crazy. It was like this for 10-15 minutes, until I cleaned it from the sweat.

[@TechMishka]

Oh, that's unpleasant. The strap tight enough?

[@laskasase]

@@TechMishka yeap. It was good for the first two hours...

[@gogojamie]

Do you happen to know if it has multi language fonts such as chinese/korean/japanese (to receive text messages)?

[@TechMishka]

Yes, it does.

[@keeperofthereign]

Which face you use in the demo?

[@TechMishka]

I can't really remember the name anymore 😞

[@Gr8deal]

Planning to buy trex pro, is it worth it to consider trex2 given its price difference?

[@TechMishka]

I am impressed with the Pro 2. It is a lovely smartwatch and a decent upgrade. If price is priority - the old generation still makes perfect sense.

[@infoping-namur2937]

The watch is pressure blood ?

[@TechMishka]

Nope.

[@infoping-namur2937]

@@TechMishka ALSO APPLI ?

[@JaelLo-uu3zm]

i want to buy the trex 2 but it doesnt have internal memory,no speaker,no call and text feature aswell

[@TechMishka]

True that. You may check the newer Cheetah model

[@garreswe]

Can you sync it with Google Fit?

[@TechMishka]

Yes, there is integration with Google fit in the Zepp app.

[@garreswe]

@@TechMishka Nice, thanks for the reply.

[@royraju312]

Is this product have NFC?

[@TechMishka]

Nope

[@hankiteo3563]

Quick reply does not work on my T rex 2

[@eoved1]

Does it connect to strava app ?

[@lancruiser300grsport5]

yes can bruh

[@alexcordero6672]

Oh my goodness... This watch looks like it could actually replace my Fenix 5 Plus. It turns out that I don't really find the loaded maps in the watch very useful and I always hike and run with my phone so... Something to consider.

[@TechMishka]

Just to clarify that the build quality and the feeling with the Garmin is quite different. But - this is definitely a great alternative.

[@alexcordero6672]

@@TechMishka Yeah, I imagine, and I did consider this. My Fenix 5+ sapphire is pretty indestructible. It's having some charging issues now and I'm thinking or replacing it. Just don't want to drop another $600 when I might only a $150 watch runner... I'm not scaling Everest or skydiving into combat zones. I'm a morning and afternoon street and trail runner with the occasional race.

[@victork5217]

Има ли термометър?

[@abhinandrews2874]

Will it work with i phone

[@TechMishka]

Yes, it will.

[@valentinbarrie7892]

New problem now, while swimming in a 50m swimming pool. The distance is counted double ! every lenght was 100m on the watch but 50m in reality. Anyone had this issue ?

[@TechMishka]

Never tried to swim in a pool. Tro to get in touch with Amazfits support

[@mikehamm007]

It gets a speaker and microphone and I am in. I would still like a rotating bezel.

[@TechMishka]

Oh, so good ideas! Would love to see them.

[@haiaf6996]

Is the refresh rate 120hz?

[@TechMishka]

It is 60Hz

[@MohammedElshafeixXx]

Wo😍😍😍ow, that's awesome watch, I like the 4 button function & the quick reply update, but you didn't mention that no AOD on drawbacks , but overall, brilliant review Mihail as usual, you are the best bro ❤️

[@Anonymous40448]

Hey mate why he will put no aod in drawbacks it already has aod

[@MohammedElshafeixXx]

@@Anonymous40448 he didn't mention that 😒

[@ArunG273]

4:30

[@2008sevenstar]

Can you please make review video of GTR 4?

[@TechMishka]

Of course. On the way

[@renaatschreurs2246]

I'm interested in this watch but i am wondering if I can sync my Google and Gmail agenda/ calendar ?

[@TechMishka]

It can sync to your caledar. So if your gmail is synced with the calendar - then yeah.

[@sidneyswerissen3910]

Cool gadget .. and thanks for the info…to bad it doesn’t have a call or FaceTime function.

[@TechMishka]

👍

[@Dan7s]

Does it work with iPhones?

[@TechMishka]

Yeah

[@vikassharma-dl8md]

No…I am facing problem with my iPhone.…You can't reply the Wts app and call notifications… they didn't have GPS and Map app for Iphone.

[@ianwilsonT00x]

Does this work with iPhone 13?

[@TechMishka]

Sure