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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£120
  • Avg. price in US: ~$130
  • Form factor: wristband
  • Battery life: 3 days
  • Screen size: 0.96 inch

ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO review. Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among fitness trackers and if it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the fitness tracker's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best fitness trackers on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.4

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

8.4

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

4.4

Battery

18.0%

8.7

Health

18.0%

6.9

Display

8.0%

8.7

Smart Features

8.0%

9.0

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.2

Connectivity

4.0%

7.4

Design & Durability

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 7.2
    Swimming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    24.0%

    4.0

    Open-water swim mode

    18.0%

    10

    Waterproof depth rating

    15.0%

    10

    GPS

    15.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

  • 5.7
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    25.0%

    6.7

    Weight

    20.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    4.9

    Screen size

    10.0%

    9.9

    Price

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Verdict

The Asus VivoWatch 5 Aero is a specialized health tracker featuring a 0.96-inch PMOLED display and a lightweight 26g design with a 16mm silicone strap. It stands out with integrated medical-grade ECG and PPG sensors on both the rear and front facade, allowing for unique fingertip-based measurements of Pulse Transit Time (PTT), blood oxygen (SpO2), and heart rate in roughly 20-25 seconds. Main pros include its robust health suite with blood pressure estimation, built-in GPS for independent route tracking, 5ATM water resistance, and a functional battery life of up to 8 days in power-saving mode. Notable cons include a relatively small screen compared to full smartwatches, a clunky design aesthetic that may not appeal to all users, and limited smart features such as the inability to answer calls or download third-party apps.

Technical Specifications of ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

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Sports & Navigation

20.0%

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Battery

18.0%

?

Health

18.0%

?

Display

8.0%

?

Smart Features

8.0%

?

App & Wellness

4.0%

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Connectivity

4.0%

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Design & Durability

7.4
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a technical score of 7.41 points, which is higher than 65.3% of fitness trackers.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the fitness tracker's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a fitness tracker with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

8.2
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 59.2% of products in this category.
Heart rate monitor
What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

Importance: HIGH

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports heart rate monitoring. 40.2% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
Resting heart rate
What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Resting heart rate. 52% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
Tracks resting heart rate.
Fast/slow heart rate alerts
What it is: Alerts for heart rates that are too fast or too slow.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports high and low heart rate alerts. 66.8% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
High heart rate alert only.
Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support irregular heart rate alerts. 11.5% of fitness trackers support irregular heart rate alerts.
Blood oxygen sensor
What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a blood oxygen sensor. 74.4% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
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GPS
What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has GPS. 89.5% of fitness trackers have GPS.
Satellite systems supported
What it is: States which satellite navigation systems the device can use for positioning.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS satellite systems which is more versatile than that of 98% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 2% of fitness trackers.
Multi-GNSS support.
GNSS bands supported
What it is: Number and type of GNSS frequency bands supported.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports advanced GNSS bands. 91.7% of fitness trackers support advanced GNSS bands.
supports GNSS L1 band.
Galileo support
What it is: Supports Galileo satellite system.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Galileo. 95.6% of fitness trackers support Galileo.
Acquires GPS faster
What it is: Shows whether the tracker includes features that help it lock onto satellite positioning more quickly at the start of an outdoor activity.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports faster GPS acquisition. 93.3% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
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Notifications
What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports notifications. 27.5% of fitness trackers support notifications.
Vibrating alerts
What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports vibration alerts. 16.3% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
Call control
What it is: Allows control of phone calls from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support call controls. 41.1% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Call answering
What it is: Allows answering calls directly from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support call answering. 1% of fitness trackers support call answering.
Calendar sync
What it is: Syncs calendar events with the connected device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

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Activity reports
What it is: Generates summaries and insights from activity data.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
Goal setting
What it is: Allows setting personal fitness or activity goals.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support achievements. 76.2% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Inactivity alerts
What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports inactivity alerts. 23.7% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Coaching
What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

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Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth supported by the device.
When it matters: When wireless stability, pairing quality, and long-term phone compatibility matter more than Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

4.2
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Bluetooth 4.2 which is newer than in 60.1% of fitness trackers and equal to that in 14.1% of fitness trackers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: States the maximum Bluetooth connection range supported under normal conditions.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

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NFC
What it is: Supports near-field communication for contactless features.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not have NFC. 10.1% of fitness trackers have NFC.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Connects to wireless internet networks.
When it matters: When the tracker should sync, update, or download data directly without always routing everything through the phone.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support Wi-Fi. 1.8% of fitness trackers support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Version of Wi-Fi standard supported.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support modern Wi-Fi. 1% of fitness trackers support modern Wi-Fi.
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Battery life
What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >5 days

3 days
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO offers a battery life of 3 days which is shorter than that of 96% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 0.5% of fitness trackers.
Battery life with GPS on
What it is: Battery duration when GPS tracking is active.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=8 hours

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Battery life in training mode
What it is: Battery duration during active training sessions.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

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Battery life in power-saving mode
What it is: Battery duration when using power-saving mode.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

7 h
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO offers a power-saving battery life of 7 h which is shorter than that of 100% of fitness trackers.
Battery capacity
What it is: Energy storage capacity of the battery.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=100 mAh

140 mAh
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a battery capacity of 140 mAh which is higher than that of 59.2% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 1.4% of fitness trackers.
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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a display. 24.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
Built-in touch display.
Screen size
What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.96 inch
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a screen size of 0.96 inch which is smaller than that of 53.9% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 9.1% of fitness trackers.
Display type
What it is: Technology used for the screen, such as AMOLED or LCD.
When it matters: When display technology affects contrast, color quality, power efficiency, or how premium the screen feels.

Importance: MEDIUM

PMOLED
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO uses PMOLED display technology which is less advanced than that of 53.5% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 7.4% of fitness trackers.
Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Pixel density
What it is: Number of pixels per inch determining screen sharpness.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=280 ppi

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Form factor
What it is: Overall physical design and shape.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

wristband
Hybrid design
What it is: Combines analog and digital display elements.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support Hybrid design. 2.4% of fitness trackers support Hybrid design.
Designed for kids
What it is: Indicates whether the fitness tracker is explicitly designed for children, with child-focused sizing, branding, safety limits, or kid-oriented activity features.
When it matters: This matters when you want a tracker that is genuinely child-focused rather than just a smaller adult model.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO is not designed for kids. 2.4% of fitness trackers are designed for kids.
No child-specific positioning found.
Replaceable watch band
What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

no
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not have a replaceable watch band. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
Band width
What it is: Width of the strap where it connects to the watch.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

15 mm
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ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO vs the average fitness tracker

  • Blood oxygen monitoring
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
    What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
    When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
  • Built-in GPS
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
    What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
    When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
  • Lower resting heart rate
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
    Tracks resting heart rate.
    What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
    When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • Touchscreen
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
    What it is: Ability of the display to recognize touch input.
    When it matters: When smooth touch response and quicker on-screen interaction matter during workouts or daily use.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
  • Smart alarm
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports a smart alarm, while the average fitness tracker does not. 28.1% of fitness trackers support a smart alarm.
    What it is: Alarm that adjusts wake-up time based on sleep cycle.
    When it matters: When you want more discreet or more context-aware alerts than a standard alarm gives you.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports a smart alarm, while the average fitness tracker does not. 28.1% of fitness trackers support a smart alarm.
  • Heart rate alerts
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
    High heart rate alert only.
    What it is: Alerts for heart rates that are too fast or too slow.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
  • Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
    automatic hourly checks.
    What it is: Shows whether the tracker can measure blood oxygen saturation continuously over time instead of only through one-off manual checks.
    When it matters: When ongoing overnight or day-long blood oxygen tracking matters more than taking an occasional manual reading.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
  • Tracks elevation
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.2% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
    What it is: Measures elevation gain and loss during activity.
    When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.2% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
  • Blood oxygen monitoring
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
  • Lower resting heart rate
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • Heart rate alerts
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
  • Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
  • Tracks skin temperature
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports skin temperature tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11.3% of fitness trackers support skin temperature tracking.
  • Period notifications
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has period notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 32% of fitness trackers have period notifications.
  • ECG support
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports ECG, while the average fitness tracker does not. 5.7% of fitness trackers support ECG.
  • Fertile window notifications
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO displays fertile window notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.4% of fitness trackers display fertile window notifications.
  • Ovulation prediction
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO predicts ovulation, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.4% of fitness trackers predict ovulation.
  • Cycle start prediction
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO predicts the start date, while the average fitness tracker does not. 42.2% of fitness trackers predict the start date.
  • ECG lead type
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports advanced ECG leads, while the average fitness tracker does not. 5.7% of fitness trackers support advanced ECG leads.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports blood pressure monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 1.4% of fitness trackers support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Built-in GPS
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
  • Tracks elevation
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.2% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
  • Recovery time advisor
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports recovery time guidance, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.7% of fitness trackers support recovery time guidance.
  • Built-in gyroscope
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a gyroscope, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26.4% of fitness trackers have a gyroscope.
  • Built-in barometer
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a barometer, while the average fitness tracker does not. 10.7% of fitness trackers have a barometer.
  • Built-in route tracker
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
  • Live tracking
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports live tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 6.2% of fitness trackers support live tracking.
  • Supports Galileo
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports Galileo, while the average fitness tracker does not. 4.8% of fitness trackers support Galileo.
  • Broad satellite support
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports more satellite systems than the average fitness tracker (GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS vs no). The average fitness tracker supports no satellite systems.
  • Advanced GNSS band support
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports advanced GNSS bands, while the average fitness tracker does not. 8.8% of fitness trackers support advanced GNSS bands.
  • Fast GPS lock
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports faster GPS acquisition, while the average fitness tracker does not. 7.1% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
  • Low power mode
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports low power mode, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.4% of fitness trackers support low power mode.
  • 0.25 hours shorter charging time
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower charging time than the average fitness tracker (1.3 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
  • 27.3% larger battery capacity
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (140 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
  • Touchscreen
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
  • Durable display glass
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO uses more durable display glass than the average fitness tracker (Gorilla Glass 3 vs glass). The average fitness tracker uses glass display glass.
  • Modern Bluetooth version
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average fitness tracker (4.2 vs 4.0). The average fitness tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0.
  • Smart alarm
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports a smart alarm, while the average fitness tracker does not. 28.1% of fitness trackers support a smart alarm.
  • Camera remote control
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
  • Gesture control
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
  • 6 newer release date
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO was released more recently than the average fitness tracker (2,022 vs 2,016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2,016.

Total
Health
Sports & Navigation
Battery
Display
Connectivity
Smart Features
Design & Durability
  • No automatic activity detection
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • 7 days shorter battery life
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (3 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • 13 h shorter power-saving battery life
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower battery life in power-saving mode than the average fitness tracker (7 h vs 20 h). The average fitness tracker has 20 h of battery life in power-saving mode.
  • 0.08 inch smaller screen size
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower screen size than the average fitness tracker (1 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
  • No replaceable watch band
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
  • 12% heavier
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO is heavier than the average fitness tracker (28 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
    15 g body only.
  • 6.6 mm greater height
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO is taller than the average fitness tracker (47.4 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
  • No BMI tracking
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support BMI tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 71% of fitness trackers support BMI tracking.
  • No achievements
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
  • 7 days shorter battery life
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (3 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5 days

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (3 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.3 days vs 10 days
  • No automatic activity detection
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
    What it is: Automatically recognizes and records physical activities.
    When it matters: When you want common workouts captured even on days when you forget to start tracking manually.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No replaceable watch band
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
    What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
    When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
  • 13 h shorter power-saving battery life
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower battery life in power-saving mode than the average fitness tracker (7 h vs 20 h). The average fitness tracker has 20 h of battery life in power-saving mode.
    What it is: Battery duration when using power-saving mode.
    When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower battery life in power-saving mode than the average fitness tracker (7 h vs 20 h). The average fitness tracker has 20 h of battery life in power-saving mode.7 h vs 20 h
  • No BMI tracking
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support BMI tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 71% of fitness trackers support BMI tracking.
    What it is: Tracks body mass index changes over time.
    When it matters: When tracking daily habits and body trends beyond workouts matters to your health routine.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support BMI tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 71% of fitness trackers support BMI tracking.
  • No achievements
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
    What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
    When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
  • 5.81x less popular
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower popularity than the average fitness tracker (1.00 vs 5.808).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
    When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO has a lower popularity than the average fitness tracker (1.00 vs 5.808).1 vs 5.81
  • 12% heavier
    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO is heavier than the average fitness tracker (28 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
    15 g body only.
    What it is: Weight of the device including strap.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <25 g

    ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO is heavier than the average fitness tracker (28 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.28 g vs 25 g
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What customers like about ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO?

  • World's first fitness band to measure Pulse Transit Time (PTT) and blood pressure in real-time by placing a finger on the front sensor.
  • Extremely lightweight and compact design, weighing less than 30 grams for comfortable all-day wear.
  • Comprehensive health monitoring sensors including both ECG (electrocardiography) and PPG (photoplethysmography).
  • Solid battery life typically lasting 5 to 8 days depending on usage and power-saving settings.
  • Equipped with built-in GPS for accurate speed, distance, and route tracking during outdoor activities.
  • High level of water resistance (5 ATM), making it suitable for swimming and tracking pool workouts.

What customers dislike about ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO?

  • Advanced medical features like ECG and blood pressure measurements are restricted to select regions due to local regulations.
  • The 0.96-inch passive matrix OLED display is small and lacks the brightness and vibrancy of modern AMOLED screens.
  • Limited sports tracking variety, offering only 9 activity modes compared to broader selections on competing trackers.
  • The software platform lacks deep third-party app integration and offers few personalization options for watch faces.
  • Personalization is further constrained by a clunky design and a lack of standard smartwatch features like music control or call answering.
  • Some users find the thickness of the band slightly high relative to its small screen size.

Expert reviews

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asus.com
16/01/2024
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO (HC-C05) - Review Would you like to know more about its ECG and blood pressure tracking capabilities in specific regions?

The ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO (HC-C05) is a highly lightweight and compact health-focused smart wristband that stands out for its extensive vital monitoring capabilities. Reviewers praise the device for setting a major industry milestone as the world’s first wristband capable of measuring "pulse transit time" in real-time, delivering tracking for blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen...Read more

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gadgetvoize.com
01/08/2023
Review of the ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO in the UAE

The ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero is highlighted as a lightweight (under 30g) health tracker featuring a unique fingertip sensor for pulse transit time and blood pressure monitoring, along with medical-grade ECG and PPG sensors. It includes a 0.96-inch OLED display, built-in GPS, and 5 ATM water resistance, making it a capable tool for continuous health tracking. However, the review notes...Read more

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digitalcitizen.life
06/10/2025
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO review: Small and lightweight!

The ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero is praised by Digital Citizen for its lightweight, 15-gram design, robust 5 ATM build, and advanced medical-grade ECG/PPG sensors that offer real-time blood pressure and Pulse Transit Time (PTT) monitoring. Additional highlights include built-in GPS for independent tracking, though its core functionality is specialized toward health tracking rather than...Read more

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elespanol.com
20/06/2023
We tested the smartband that wants to be a smartwatch: packed with sensors and GPS

ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero Summary The ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero is a unique, health-focused smartband evaluated by El Androide Libre (El Español) as a lightweight, compact alternative to large smartwatches. Priced officially at 129.99 euros, its primary selling point is an advanced array of surface and bottom-facing sensors capable of monitoring pulse, blood oxygen (SpO2), stress, and blood...Read more

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smartworld.it
06/02/2024
The ASUS smart band that measures blood pressure

The SmartWorld review highlights the ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero as a unique, health-focused smartband that sets itself apart through specialized wellness tracking. Its standout features are the integrated photoplethysmography (PPG) and electrocardiography (ECG) sensors positioned directly on the front panel. By placing a finger on these front-facing sensors for 20 seconds, users can...Read more

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nextgentech.it
10/11/2023
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO - Review - NextGenTech.it

Here is a summary of the ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO review: Review Summary The ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO is a health-focused smart-band that balances a wide range of fitness tracking capabilities with highly precise vital sign monitoring. It stands out as the world's first smart-band capable of measuring Pulse Transit Time (PTT) in real time using a dedicated front-facing circular sensor,...Read more

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