Amazfit Active Review: Loaded with fitness features and an AI twist!

Name: Amazfit Active
Item: Amazfit Active
Author: Shaurya Tomer

Amazfit has launched its latest smartwatch, the Amazfit Active, at Rs. 12999, which aims to deliver on all fronts while keeping a relatively low price tag. But is it worth the money? Know it in our Amazfit Active Review.

By: SHAURYA TOMER
| Updated on: Feb 29 2024, 19:45 IST

The Amazfit Active smartwatch is priced at Rs. 12999 in India. (Shaurya Tomer/HT Tech)

Amazfit Active Review: If you're someone with an active lifestyle, one of the go-to gadgets has become a smartwatch. These tech marvels are basically like a computer on your wrist, helping you keep a check on your health and fitness. But what constitutes a good smartwatch? For starters, it should have a crisp and bright display so that you can view your workout details even under direct sunlight. Moreover, there should be a boatload of health sensors with accurate tracking to keep a check on essential health metrics such as heart rate, SpO2 and more. It should also look attractive to match your everyday outfits. Lastly, having a long battery life is a must so that you don't have to juice it up again and again. With so many things to look out for, it becomes crucial to choose the right option. And this is where the problem arises.

The smartwatch market in India has been flooded with a boatload of options for every need and every budget. While the best smartwatch makers such as Apple and Samsung offer top-of-the-line hardware and intuitive software, their smartwatches also command a steep price. What if you want a smartwatch under Rs. 15000 that offers all of the bells and whistles without costing a premium?

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Amazfit has launched its latest smartwatch, the Amazfit Active, at Rs. 12999, which aims to achieve this. But does it actually stand out as a top option to consider or does it drown in a sea of smartwatches in the Indian market? I've spent a few weeks with the smartwatch, and I think it is one of the most sensible purchases to make. Here's why.

Amazfit Active: Design and display

At first glance, you find there's nothing special about the Amazfit Active and it is quite ordinary. Neither does it boast of a premium finish like the Apple Watch Ultra 2 nor does it have multiple buttons that fulfill several purposes. However, its ordinary design is what makes it better. Its simplistic design aids its usability and makes sure it goes along with all your outfits without sticking out like a sore thumb. It features an aluminium frame that gives it a premium feel without commanding a steep price.

image caption — On the back, you’ll find Amazfit’s PPG BioTracker sensor that tracks your heart rate, oxygen saturation and more. (Shaurya Tomer/HT Tech)

The Amazfit Active comes in 3 colours - Midnight Black, Lavender Purple and Petal Pink. I had the Black variant and I think it is the best out of the three, sporting a minimalistic design. There's a single button on the right that opens up the menu, giving you access to its suite of features. A single speaker is located on the left.

On the front is a 1.75-inch AMOLED display which is both bright and colourful. It is easily visible under direct sunlight by cranking up the brightness, which is great considering the sunny weather conditions of Delhi in peak summers. The touch sensitivity is great and it reacts nicely to swipes and taps, with an additional always-on display option. There are multiple watch faces onboard and more can be downloaded via the companion app. Oh, and you can also go swimming with the Amazfit Active smartwatch courtesy of its 5ATM water resistance rating.

On the back, you'll find Amazfit's PPG BioTracker sensor that tracks your heart rate, oxygen saturation and more. But more about this later. All in all, the Amazfit Active is a nice-looking smartwatch that'll go with most of your outfits without sticking out.

Amazfit Active: Performance

The Amazfit Active is a smartwatch that is bang on the money - most of the time. It features a vast array of health and fitness features that are pretty accurate and even gets an AI-powered Coach that provides suggestions for your workout routine. The smartwatch features a crisp AMOLED display with bright and punchy colours and a plethora of watch faces. It delivers up to 10 days of battery life on moderate usage, which is an impressive feat.

But, should you go for it? Absolutely. The Amazfit Active offers a good, all-round combination of fitness features and an intuitive user experience, packaged in a premium-esque design. While it does not stand out, it doesn't actually need to!

Rating

4 out of 5

Price

INR 12,999/-

Product Name

Amazfit Active

Brand Name

Amazfit

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