Reviewing the Amazfit Active Smartwatch: A Game-changer or a ... Disappointment?

[@keshawncross23]

I like when you review amazfit smartwatches because they come so much close to a full blown smartwatch for such a value price its amazing

[@TechMishka]

They do! Or at least they used to 😊

[@carloacetre677]

The lack of a rotating crown is a good thing. Sold my GTS 4 and switched to Garmin because that crown was extremely annoying when running hard or sprinting when cycling.

[@TechMishka]

Oh wow, it is not often to see complaints about it. Tha ksmfor pointing out to a good and valid reason! Which Garmin model did you get?

[@carloacetre677]

@@TechMishka Forerunner 255!

[@coolhandk77]

Thanks for the balanced review. It's on sale and I'm checking out my basket now.

[@TechMishka]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jmyers1573]

How's it been for you? Do u like it?

[@coolhandk77]

@jmyers1573 I'm happy with it. I don't think the calorie counter is accurate but everything else is fine.

[@minorkaty]

Watching this in June 2024 - Active is currently going for 115 USD, GTR 4 is going for 170 USD, and the older GTS 3 is going for 90 USD. Any thoughts on which watch if whether the older GTS 3 is ultimately a better deal than the Active, or if the GTR 4 is worth the extra $55?

[@TechMishka]

The GTR is worth the extra 50 bucks

[@atom679]

Is the GTS 3 still a good buy if I can get it a little cheaper than the Active? Or should I get the Active? I have the first GTS and think it’s time for an update!

[@TechMishka]

GTS3 is still a good buy, yeah

[@holaroccotv4564]

Thanks for your video, gave me an idea of how the Active is. My Amazfit GTS 3 recently died, after 2 years of intense use, but i really liked that watch. Now i just bought the GTS 4, and with an average use, the battery wouldn't last more than 2 days, so I am returning it after a week of use. Since I still like amazfit i am wondering if i should get the Active or the GTS 4 Mini, as you said before the Active battery life lasts at least 6 days to you. Which one would you consider buying, the GTS 4 mini or the Active if battery is important to you? Thank you!!

[@TechMishka]

Both will perform similarly.

[@alistairverdin4859]

So, is it waterproof??.and if so to what depth? Willmit cou t calories all day or only when set to a specific exercise programme?

[@TechMishka]

It is IP68 waterproof. And counts calories during the whole day.

[@TheQuashima]

No. It is 5ATM waterproof 😮​@@TechMishka

[@mohamedezz7225]

In 2024 Which one i should buy amazfit active or gts 4 or go to redmi watch 4

[@TechMishka]

Redmi Watch 4 feels more premium.

[@Gaurav-ik8mv]

Nice video! Huawei Watch Fit 3 or Amazfit Active? Which one would you recommend and why?

[@TechMishka]

Both are great. I still tend to prefer Active., mostly because of the app

[@johnnyblank8752]

Comprehensive review! Kudos 👍

[@TechMishka]

Thanks! 👍

[@adenrivera4225]

Do you think gts 4 mini is a better buy in terms of value?

[@TechMishka]

It is very similar.

[@phillipvanrheede9995]

Gts 4 mini looks better.

[@serenamartinez2862]

Hi man! Something I don’t quite understand, can I listen to music on spotify using my bluetooth headphones without having to carry my phone? I’d use it for running and would like to know which watch is the best option. Thank you and appreciate the review ☺️

[@tamplayer6600]

Should I go for amazfit active or the GtR mini or The GTS 4 mini or somthing else. But I want to have a budget but a good smart watch for sport and daily life. I want to spend around 150. And for iOS please, thanks

[@TechMishka]

This one is a good one.

[@tamplayer6600]

@@TechMishkashould I go for this one or active edge?

[@Nishan-v2z]

Amazefit gtr 2 new edition or Amazefit active? which one should i purchase?

[@TechMishka]

The GtR2 new edition ☺️

[@MLVSSCH]

Hi, so would you recommend this watch if sleep and heartrate tracking are very important aspects for me? Or should i go for the apple watch SE?

[@TechMishka]

With apple watch you cannot track sleeping unless you recharge prior to going to bed

[@ALLKNEWPRINCE]

Bro proud of you as only one person who hailed goods and bads of amazfit. I think amazfit is going moderate and increasing price thinking themselves as good as samsung or apple. So weird

[@TechMishka]

Perhaps they need some better cashflow. We won't mind higher prices if there are newer and better features.

[@ALLKNEWPRINCE]

@@TechMishka they don’t want to give anything extra features too just like apple or samsung like ecg

[@jawadhashmi1551]

Redmi watch 4 or amazfit active? What would u prefer

[@TechMishka]

Redmi watch 4 has newer hardware

[@jawadhashmi1551]

@@TechMishka so would u go with redmi

[@Thefilmyfamily786]

Is this better than huawei watch fit 2 active? Also hows the speaker and Bluetooth calling quality. Is the microphone decent?

[@TechMishka]

I doubt it is any better.

[@Thefilmyfamily786]

@@TechMishka got the Samsung galaxy watch instead.

[@josebarg2001]

When you are running, does it have the option to give vibration alerts if you get out of a certain hearth rate both in lower and higher values, and can these values be set both manually without being a default ones? And also, does it give additional alerts even if you are in Range? I'm asking cos Xiomi Band 9 does not allow to custom, and even if you select a predefined range it gives you additional alerts to say you to keep going, and that's distracting.

[@TechMishka]

You can set these values to be custom, yes. And it will alert you via vibration

[@jacobhansen5146]

Redmi Watch 4 for the win... I own the Amazfit GTR2e, GTR 4 and the Balance... A lot of features are paid like aura and watch faces. The app is cluttered and all watches are super slow on bluetooth connect... The Redmi Watch 4 is super quick on connect and pretty precise and got a simple app and crazy battery life. Love the tiles setup on Redmi but could wish for more watch faces and a bit annoyed on the date format MM:DD :( Love that the Redmi have a crown and auto brightness. Also loves when I put my phone in DND the watch also goes in DND 👍 Sleeptracking is also better on Redmi since I work nightshifts, amazfit didn't recon that I slept in the day

[@TechMishka]

Oh, such a valuable piece if feedback. Than you.

[@astroweird18]

Hey, I’m thinking of buying Redmi watch 4. Does the global version have nfc payment for visa? Can it answer calls? I’ve found different answers on the Internet and don’t know who to believe 🤷‍♀️

[@itsfayy___1175]

Hi! So would you recommend this watch or Gts 4 mini or huawei fit 3 for iPhone users?

[@TechMishka]

The Huawei Fit 3 is the best among these three.

[@ralphalfredcorpuz5995]

Hello can i ask which budget smartwatch support music playing without the phone.

[@TechMishka]

Huawei watch GT3.

[@markbermudez1332]

​@@TechMishkathis feature cannot be done with this amazfit active? Thanks

[@JustAGuy408]

@@markbermudez1332I think it can

[@syafiqkama1920]

Amazfit Active or Huawei Fit 3 ??... help me, I'm in dilemma between these two watch

[@fitnesscat761]

I guess huawei watch fit 3 is way better than this

[@TechMishka]

The Fit 3 is superior.

[@Master_Pogi]

Thank you for your review. I may be late to the party, your reviews helped me in making my purchase decision. It's true that Amazfit is now overpriced. I chose to buy the Redmi Watch 4 over Amazfit. I still have my 3 year old GTS2, although it's battery life is only at 3-4 days. I'd still choose my GTS2 over the Active.

[@insyirahhusna3950]

Hi, so far which one better either amazfit Or redmi watch 4

[@TechMishka]

I'd vote for the Redmi

[@bongolzxc]

amazfit active or huawei watch fit 3?

[@TechMishka]

The Fit 3

[@lasodudel]

@@TechMishkahi! i saw your reply to one comment that you preferred the active.. but here you replied with fit 3. May I ask which one is better pls?

[@FallenChaituGaming]

Amazfit active or amazfit band 7?

[@TechMishka]

Hmmm, active has GPS

[@Me-by6uf]

Could you compare between amazfit active and redmi watch 4? I am on the decision to choose one.

[@TechMishka]

Amazfit Active supports contactless payments and you.can rely on some more integrations with other sports apps. The rest is similar.

[@Me-by6uf]

@@TechMishka thank you

[@Foodlepadoodle]

Is the back of the watch natural or glass?

[@TechMishka]

Mostly plastic

[@builditontutorial]

should i get Amazfit 3 gtr because am liking but my other option that i have available in my place is amazfit and samsung smart watch 6

[@TechMishka]

The Samsung device.is much smarter.

[@delwix6652]

Hello does it have gallery viewing front phone ?

[@TechMishka]

No

[@delwix6652]

@@TechMishka And you dont know some watch ? With this thing

[@petrmaresu]

I'm looking for a smartwatch with wi-fi (for reliable notifications all over the house). One e-shop told me this model has it, but you didn't mention it. Can you please confirm eather way?

[@TechMishka]

No wi-fi on this one

[@petrmaresu]

@@TechMishka Thanks!

[@ld6433]

You said you can only change Spotify music on android? Does that mean you can’t change the Apple Music app on watch?

[@TechMishka]

It can control whichever app is active about music playback

[@elenaauglyte7435]

Does GTS 4 MINI have the compass and the altimeter? Thank you!

[@TechMishka]

It doesn't as far as I remember

[@med4u1]

I have this. Not measuring awake time, REM and Naps. Is this a software issue you reckon? Or defect with the unit I have?

[@TechMishka]

It has measured REM in my case. As for naps - didn't get the chance to try out.

[@xtongkat]

Which amazfit models have nfc?

[@TechMishka]

Amazfit Balance has NFC

[@jefry_alhusaini]

Bro, in the training menu, for Running, is there an interval training menu?

[@TechMishka]

Yes, there is

[@ALLKNEWPRINCE]

Bro I have seen your earfun buds cheapest of 2020 video. I seen ur family. So good family brother. Can u suggest me cheapest but good earbuds for good phone call?

[@TechMishka]

Most Redmi buds have good price and quality.

[@acefan2trekninja]

Can you take calls and answer text messages when it’s connected to an IPhone

[@TechMishka]

Not really

[@hnnsy]

My gts 3 just bricked today in the middle of a swim. It had randomly turned off a few times (losing workout data) previously. Trying to research a replacement and this looks identical. Identical. And my old one was almost 3 years old........

[@TechMishka]

Sorry to hear that... This one is kind of similar.

[@TheQuashima]

Is it possible to connect Bluetooth headphones to the watch to listen to music during training without taking your phone with you?

[@TechMishka]

Not possible

[@TheQuashima]

@@TechMishka i already got it and it is possible, and amazfit flow works on it. What kind of tech specialist are u if you dont know it? 🥲😅

[@_Rinzie_]

What do you think compared to GTS3?

[@TechMishka]

Maybe GTS3 is still slightly better.

[@sagarsatheesh9367]

Is it connect in iPhone?

[@TechMishka]

Yes

[@ChristianCassard]

Amazfit is very good brand, good quality and design, I have the GTS4 MINI and it's absolutly fantastic since 2022 : huge battery and very thin . Even xiaomi is not competitive I think, more cheap looking I would say, Amazfit is a kind of apple watch at third price !

[@TechMishka]

👍🙂

[@sharon3157]

I AGREE WITH YOU AMAZFIT IS BETTER THAN XAOMI

[@violetskydiver7684]

An active crown or bezel I can go without, but having to manually adjust the brightness every time I go indoors is a big turn off.

[@TechMishka]

Yeah, same here.

[@thechaoscoefficient]

I have seen absolutely NO reason for a crown, bezel or auto Brightness feature. I like my Active.

[@mruscfreddles80]

hello. . thank you for review. .can you do an update. . with the zepp3.5 firmware update. .cheers

[@TechMishka]

The difference is not that significant.

[@phillipvanrheede9995]

This or Redme watch 4?

[@TechMishka]

The Redmi ☺️

[@phillipvanrheede9995]

@@TechMishka Thank you kindly

[@rolins3279]

The observation I make is that many manufacturers like Amazfit really don't pay attention to what is being done by the competition 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@TechMishka]

Hah, this is a very good point!

[@ivovass195]

Good hardware and design let down by weak software, shame. Amoled, GPS and long battery life give it some chance for some if on good sale

[@TechMishka]

Totally

[@kennyzraht5804]

The only tempting thing about this watch is the weight. I love a heath tracker on my wrist that weighs as little as possible.

[@TechMishka]

Agreed!

[@Malaka653]

Zepp active app wont support I phone 😢

[@TechMishka]

😔

[@micheller999]

It has Zepp OS 4.0.

[@TechMishka]

Yeah, this is a rather recent upgrade.

[@jackroped1]

It had zepp 3.5 os now

[@TechMishka]

Nice!

[@matthewstopint8852]

no altimeter / barometer ...stay with gts 4

[@TechMishka]

🤔

[@nikos.b]

No autobrightness, no buy. As simple as that.

[@TechMishka]

😐

[@floraazevedo349]

@@thechaoscoefficientdo you think it’s worth the price? and have you got it connected to an android or iphone ?

[@thechaoscoefficient]

@@floraazevedo349 I have been turning the brightness up a bit more as the days are getting sunnier but I still don't have to turn it up high. I think it's definitely worth the price. It's on sale all the time. Wait for a good sale and get one. I got my wife one too and she loves it. Just remember that it doesn't store much music if that is important to you. To me I don't care if it stores music or not. Are you considering other watches? If so, which ones? Are you looking for an everyday watch or more of a runners watch? I have mine connected to an Android. I am not a fan of iPhones.

[@emixonalgaert4376]

Yea, because auto brightness is why we need smart watches for 😂

[@thechaoscoefficient]

@@floraazevedo349 Yes. Get it while it's on sale. I use it with an Android. I don't like iPhones.

[@phillipvanrheede9995]

All the good watch faces have to pay for wtf

[@TechMishka]

😞

[@alvzcizzler]

Huawei Watch Fit 2 is a better buy than this

[@TechMishka]

👍👍

[@numan6834]

You should think better writing this because fit 2 is much more older model and have bad screen . You should compare active with fit 3 but it looks like app watches replica similar it does not have an original design and not usefull like active in iphones and androids.

[@riteshlimbu4472]

This is the brother of Amazfit bip5

[@TechMishka]

Yeah

[@milanmilan8235]

please, less gestures with eyes and forehead :) you are like actor in american sitcom now :) but review is good, thank you

[@TechMishka]

Might be related to my struggle to get fully relaxed in front of camera and bigger audiences. Will do my best to improve ❤️

[@attic42]

I completely disagree with milanmilan. There's nothing wrong with your presentation of facial expressions. Just be yourself. You're doing great. And I find your animated expressions convey enthusiasm and passion for your work. And a positive vibe. It's refreshing, authentic, and YOU.

[@sabrrrnamae]

Hii does quick reply to Facebook messenger work? Mine says successful, but no messages are actually sent. Quick reply works in SMS, instagram, and viber. Im using Samsung S21 FE

[@TechMishka]

Same here. I guess they will fix it with a software update.

[@kickbul]

first

[@TechMishka]

You are indeed. Thanks for the support.

[@kickbul]

Gotta keep that Algo fed :)