Redmi Watch 5 Active: Too Cheap or too BASIC? [REVIEW]

[@diverntente21]

With as little as 28€, this smart watch is brilliant! Long battery life, big screen, possibility to make calls, it’s highly recommended. I got it for my nephew and it was a huge surprise. I have an Apple Watch ⌚️ series 8 and it felt like I threw my money down the drain! The worst purchase ever! It does nothing for it price around 500€. I hardly wear it.

[@TechMishka]

👍👍

[@dragosc8326]

The biggest drawback for me, even for the Lite version is the missing of auto brightness, considering there's no shortcut to adjust it.

[@TechMishka]

Agreed! Drives people nuts!

[@firdauszainudin7118]

​@@TechMishkaDoes redmi watch active 4 has no auto brightness too?

[@ARAVISLIVE001]

​@@firdauszainudin7118There no launch for redmi watch 4 active 😮

[@themyth3686]

I don't like always on display anyway. I'll consider buying it soon

[@TechMishka]

Then this one sounds like the right for you

[@medhatgobara]

13 days charge and continue,,, still 22% Really good 👍

[@user-jq9wz7ld7f]

How is your experience? What is the disadvantage u notice it?

[@medhatgobara]

@user-jq9wz7ld7f Good, It shows every little notification on your phone, You can call and receive phone calls, It shows caller's name Mic is really good , But, no apps in the watch You can see notifications only

[@TechMishka]

Great 👍

[@jinxxbinkk]

does it shows the map on the watch itself? or only in the phone

[@chupy0710]

Nice review.. I can't wait to have mine today

[@sarahgmetali]

Thanks! 😄i like your enthusiastic review. keep it up!

[@TechMishka]

♥️

[@anandramoojr1696]

Can use this watch in other android phones ? Or just redmi?

[@Nelsonforce77]

Does it work with the WhatsApp app? And is it supposed to be better or worse than the lite version?

[@TechMishka]

It can show notifications from Whatsapp. And the Lite is much better.

[@darrenwalshe8513]

How?​@@TechMishka

[@dhaval4570]

Great detailed video, subbed ! Had a question does it provide constant heart rate while running ? And if so at what interval is the heart rate updated ? Please do answer.

[@TechMishka]

Yes, it measures continuously during workout.

[@dhaval4570]

@TechMishka it updates in how many seconds can you please check and tell me :)

[@Arysathecreator]

I have a question, does the camera allow you to see the photo? And does it have a gallery?

[@TechMishka]

No, it doesn't show a preview. And doesn't have a gallery app

[@nicodemoslaurindoangotec5700]

Just got the watch today 😊😊

[@ZachzMad]

Great review!

[@humayonkhan343]

Thanks for review ❤

[@TechMishka]

My pleasure 😊

[@asgartantua4748]

can i used this for running? without bringing my phone.

[@TechMishka]

Sure

[@johnhabib1745]

I'm trying to decide between this and Mi Band 9, what would you recommend to get?

[@TechMishka]

This has GPS, and this is a big deal.

[@livingthingsplay]

Same here I'm in between those 2. I don't mind anything sport related (don't do sports at all) just want to have a cute time day display with timer, control Spotify with it, and that's all I care overall

[@HafizaRahaFatima786]

Wanna receive calls from this watch..is this possible??

[@mayanguddeti4564]

What is a good smartwatch under 100$ AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS with 4g or gps and good software

[@TechMishka]

No 4g, but the GPS is nice indeed.

[@EllaryMorata-i3d]

When global version of Redmi 5 and the eSIM version releases, I hope you can review them!

[@TechMishka]

I will for sure. But I doubt there will be eSIM globally.

[@Lucid_HH]

Does it come with a charger?

[@TechMishka]

It comes with a charging cable

[@Lucid_HH]

@TechMishka omg thank you for responding!

[@yhakak]

Thanks for the review! Would you say I should wait for the band 9 pro global over this?

[@TechMishka]

Yes, definitely

[@aseelnm1748]

What do recommend for me .. amazfit active or redmi 5 active ? Thanks.

[@TechMishka]

Bit have similar tech specs and features. Get the one with the better price 😊

[@aseelnm1748]

@ redmi 5 active cheapest.. do you think I should invest in redmi 4 ? Because it’s my first smart watch ever . Thank you for your advice.

[@JohnRioXyrielCargamento]

this is still have a gps without connect in bluetooth?

[@TechMishka]

Yup

[@corentinpoulhazan7887]

I saw that it said GNSS on the watch just before the disadvantages, does GNSS mean GPS?

[@DeneF]

Many thanks. Just curious. Does it have any IP rating? Thanks.

[@TechMishka]

Xiaomi's website says 5ATM water resistant. It's the only official statement I can see

[@burnedeadAll]

can you connect this to Iphone? if yes, can you add custom watch face with image?

[@TechMishka]

You can connect to iPhone. Not sure about the watchface.

[@tornado7066]

Can it automatically answer calls through the setting in numberpad on the phone?

[@TechMishka]

I didn't see such an option there. Might depend on the brand/is too.

[@giorgigelashvili5732]

is it competible for my samsung s21 fe?

[@TechMishka]

Sure

[@renatobrasa]

If you are going to use AI voce for other languages, just dont add them. Captions are more important then AI voice over, so hire/use something to make official at least English captions.

[@TechMishka]

I believe it is something down to KZbin. I was told that auto dubbing will be wnaed for my channel, looks like it is ON now

[@bicatu]

How about Review of the regular 5 version?

[@TechMishka]

Still not out. Testing the Lite version now.

[@bicatu]

@TechMishka unacceptable. You should be able to review inexistent products as well :) Thank you. One aspect you could add that I haven't seen in other reviews is comparing the 5 lite with the regular 4 to see if the missing features are really that impactful

[@LuxEtVeritas2001]

Between mi band 6 and this one, which is better?

[@TechMishka]

This one is newer and has better hardware

[@leeseetak]

At this price, it can do almost everything a smart watch can do, will opt for this instead of overprice apple watch

[@TechMishka]

The price is indeed too tempting

[@johnryanespinoza5324]

This or huawei watch fit 2?

[@TechMishka]

This is newer. The Fit 2 is perhaps somewhat better about tracking.

[@johncarlosalac9281]

I am planning to buy a smartwatch and I have two choices, xiaomi watch 5 active or xiaomi band 9 active, which is better?

[@TechMishka]

The watch.

[@LionelBalak]

Which is better? This or the 5 lite???

[@TechMishka]

The Lite

[@majasdolittle2498]

Just ordered It’s really cheap and it’s Amazon sells now

[@TechMishka]

Yup

[@ainorbrianmeman1866]

Is it good on ios?

[@TechMishka]

It is

[@amrsalem2590]

Is alexa available in any other regions+ what is the difference between it and the lite one❤ +love ur vedios so much and one last thing can i reply on notifications with fast replys?

[@TechMishka]

No fast replies, mate. The Lite is much better.

[@bellybenimaru]

can I get phone calls from this watch and answe them?

[@TechMishka]

Yeah, Bluetooth realyed

[@teasiaofang4422]

Can pick up WhatsApp call also?​@@TechMishka

[@rakat04]

When can we expect the review of Xiaomi band 9 Pro? The global version is available in the UK, Japan and some other countries.

[@TechMishka]

On its way ☺️

[@NotTheRealMiniBloxia]

@@TechMishka I am waiting in the review as well

[@jz6246]

This or xiaomi band 9? Super torn between the two as they are priced closely. Or any other recommendations within the price range? Thank youuu!

[@TechMishka]

I'd go for the band 9

[@jz6246]

@ hoping you’d do a video comparing them side by side. Any other recommendations in this price range, sir? Nonetheless, thank you so much for the reply. Much appreciated!

[@uzzielledelacruz]

Can u use ur own watch (photo)face?

[@TechMishka]

Yeah

[@pangoytalala4886]

Hi i suggest you make a review on Infinix XWatch 3 WE. It's cheaper than this but it has features that Redmi watch 5 active doesn't have. -AMOLED DISPLAY -AOD -SWIMMING -CALCULATOR -BRIGHTNESS shortcut I'm biased towards Xiaomi/Redmi but the Transsion companies are improving every year at cheaper prices.

[@TechMishka]

Not available in my region. But I will try to get one.

[@pangoytalala4886]

@TechMishka Appreciate the response. I forgot to mention it has hydration alert,menstrual cycle tracking and swim tracking features.

[@jefemuga416]

here just before christmas shopping to see if I should order it. thanks for the good review. I do feel like you beat up on the watch a little too much. remember that this baby is very affordable.

[@TechMishka]

I try to be as objective as possible. Mi Bands are also very affordable.

[@Someguywithdreams1234]

Hello bro should i get this watch because i can get for 31 dollars Is it good value for money if i get it for 31 dollars

[@TechMishka]

Totally!

[@pawe2356]

Use Mi Fitness mod to make Alexa work I'm from Poland and it works :>

[@TechMishka]

Thanks for the idea

[@rydhwan]

Finally, my life’s work has paid off-I’ve become the chosen one to witness the ultimate Xiaomi Redmi Watch review before anyone else. Does this mean I get a free watch now, or just bragging rights?

[@kiokokinama8427]

Lol😂

[@TechMishka]

😂

[@BrianHartman]

XIaomi is dead to me until they fix their Mi Fitness app. I can make do without the GPS but in 2024 (going on 2025) it's just insane to have software that doesn't understand what miles and pounds are.

[@TechMishka]

🫤

[@juanitoeldronero]

No me funciona Alexa, no sale 😢 que puedo hacer, dice que no disponible en la región, pero si yo uso varios dispositivos Alexa :(

[@TechMishka]

You will have to live without it...

[@dee_es_dee]

Change your region to new Zealand or some other region and it'll work.

[@juanitoeldronero]

@@dee_es_dee thanks :)

[@HMZMEERREACTSS]

Please do a review of black Shark GS3 Watch

[@TechMishka]

I'll see what I can do about it

[@MADba111]

So just yesterday I got Huawei band 9 and today I've found Redmi Watch 5 Active for an even lower price on Aliexpress. Now I'm torn whether I should return Band 9 and get this one. Buyer's remorse is real. This sucks and I hate this feeling ಠ_ಠ

[@bobrozentuin4056]

The Huawei Band 9 is more accurate. Keep it.

[@TechMishka]

Keep the band 9

[@AyukaAmameth]

yoo review the redmi watch 5 lite its soo new

[@TechMishka]

Yeah ♥️

[@nedimbecirevic87]

it looks huge on hand

[@TechMishka]

☺️

[@kamiranrekani7220]

Bro it's cheap comparing to price and its specific

[@TechMishka]

Yup!

[@EllaryMorata-e5t]

Do the lite version this time! 😊

[@TechMishka]

Sure thing ♥️

[@haroldchantioco6134]

That smartwatch is crap. It wont sync my runs on strava, however some aerobics or weghtlifting it sync on my strava.

[@TechMishka]

This is weird 🧐

[@AnasHelal123]

Dont you have to use the mi fitness app?

[@BRSPro]

It syncs from Mi Fitness app

[@moso0258]

Battery life??

[@TechMishka]

Pretty good.

[@Life_Is_A...]

Off-center screen = no thank you.

[@TechMishka]

🫤

[@ילדיגורודיש]

8TH

[@TechMishka]

😍

[@ajimonjoy6514]

No what's up

[@TechMishka]

No dedicated app. You can receive and review notifications though

[@phillipvanrheede9995]

Im in 2nd place.

[@TechMishka]

Thanks for the support

[@NotTheRealMiniBloxia]

I’m in 3rd place

[@TechMishka]

♥️