Number 3. Amazfit Bip S
The Bip S from Amazfit, a subsidiary of Huami, was subjected to a review by a tester who kept his expectations low. Despite being an unfamiliar brand in the US, Amazfit is known for its affordable gadgets, and the Bip S was of particular interest to the tester due to its specifications, particularly the built-in heart monitor, a feature not commonly found in similarly priced devices.
As expected, the low price of the watch resulted in some compromises. However, the Bip S was found to have several attractive features. The lightweight design of the watch is water-resistant, and its low-power color display is easy to read in direct sunlight. The low-power design also results in a long battery life of up to 40 hours. The watch is designed to cater to sports enthusiasts, and its built-in GPS provides accurate distance and pace tracking. In addition, the watch offers nine modes for different activities, such as walking, yoga, cycling, swimming, and weightlifting. The heart rate monitor readings were found to be accurate.
On the downside, the user experience was not as polished as one would expect from a tier-one company like Apple or Garmin. The tester noted several issues, including poor grammar and confusing app design. The data from the watch could only be exported to Strava and Apple Health, and customization of data display during workouts was not possible. However, the tester noted that these issues could be addressed through software updates in the future.
