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Amazfit Stratos Plus review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£200Screen size:1.34 inchBattery life:5 daysDisplay type:Transflective LCD

Amazfit Stratos Plus Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 5 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Amazfit Stratos Plus
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

35%

6.5

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

6.5

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 57% of smartwatches
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

▼Worse than 62%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 53% of models
Score components

24%

5.4

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.3

Battery

14%

5.3

Smart features

12%

5.2

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

1.3

Hardware

▲Better than 53%
6.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 63% of models

6.5

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

6.6

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
5 reviews, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 63%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
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Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £200
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Amazfit Stratos Plus

Based on 5

Reviewers like the wide range of sport modes and the comfy strap, but find the watch bulky and heavy.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Amazfit Stratos Plus

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 53% of models
Score components:

24%

5.4

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.3

Battery

14%

5.3

Smart features

12%

5.2

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

1.3

Hardware

6.5
Reviews score
6.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.6
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Up to 11 days in basic watch mode.
Battery life in training mode
35 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 35 h on a charge, which is longer than 78.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.8% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
27.5 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 27.5 h with GPS on, which is longer than 66.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.5% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
290 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 290 mAh battery, which is smaller than 59.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Zepp OS
This smartwatch runs Zepp OS, which is more advanced than the system in 58.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 7.1% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
1.34 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.34 inch screen, which is smaller than 61.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.5% of Smartwatches.
Display type
Transflective LCD
This smartwatch uses Transflective LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 68.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
300x 320
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 300x320 which is lower than that of 63.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
327 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 327 ppi, which is higher than 53.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 30.1% of smartwatches and equal to that in 30.1% of smartwatches.
Processor model
Ingenic M200S
This smartwatch uses the Ingenic M200S processor model.
RAM
0.5 GB
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 0.5 GB of RAM, which is less than 71.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 22.7% of Smartwatches.
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 25.5% of Smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Amazfit Stratos Plus vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 15 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Zepp OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Zepp OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Food logging may require a companion or third-party app.
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Food logging may require a companion or third-party app.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync. Some models rely on third-party integrations.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 15 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • 6.5 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (27.5 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    27.5 h vs 21 h
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses ceramic, fiber-reinforced polymer, polycarbonate for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    ceramic, fiber-reinforced polymer, polycarbonate vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Zepp OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Zepp OS vs Proprietary OS
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (Transflective LCD vs AMOLED).
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • 7.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models

    6.5

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    6.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    5 reviews, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.5 vs 7.0
  • 81.8% more expensive
    Amazfit Stratos Plus is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£200 vs £110).
    £200 vs £110
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No inactivity alerts
    This smartwatch does not support inactivity alerts, the average smartwatch does. 92.6% of smartwatches support inactivity alerts.
  • 4 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2017 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    December 2017
    2017 vs 2021
  • 74 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (16 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 16 exercise modes.
    16 vs 90
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 11 days in basic watch mode.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • 15 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (290 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    290 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (Transflective LCD vs AMOLED).
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • 1 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.7 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    12.7 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 0.06 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.34 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 300x320, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    300x320 vs 360x360
  • 3.2 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (45.7 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    45.7 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 50% less RAM
    This smartwatch has less RAM than the average smartwatch (0.5 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM.
    0.5 GB vs 1 GB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
24/09/2019
Hybrid fitness tracker · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
Amazfit Stratos Plus is a tough sports tracker with 16 activity modes and no app store, best for training rather than smartwatch extras.
8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
29/10/2018
Practical test · GPS sports watch
Verdict
Amazfit Stratos Plus is a solid GPS sports watch that works without a phone, but confusing controls, a minimal app and a required account hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Amazfit Stratos Plus

  • Premium design featuring a ceramic bezel and carbon fibre-etched case.
  • Highly durable Sapphire Glass display (exclusive to the Plus model) that is resistant to scratches.
  • Transflective always-on display is exceptionally clear and readable in direct sunlight.
  • Reliable built-in GPS and GLONASS for accurate outdoor activity tracking.
  • Good battery life, typically lasting 4–5 days under normal usage.
  • Comprehensive sports tracking with over 15 modes, including swimming and triathlon.
  • Onboard music storage (approx. 2GB free) allows for phone-free workouts with Bluetooth headphones.

What customers don't like about Amazfit Stratos Plus

  • Bulky and thick design (13.7mm) that may be too large for small wrists and often catches on clothing.
  • The 'flat tyre' black bar at the bottom of the display is considered dated and visually distracting.
  • Optical heart rate sensor can be inaccurate during high-intensity workouts or underwater.
  • Limited smartwatch functionality; lacks a microphone and speaker for answering calls or replying to messages.
  • Display quality is often described as dull, washed out, or difficult to read in low-light environments without the backlight.
  • Proprietary charging cradle can sometimes be finicky to align correctly.
  • Software and UI can be laggy or awkward to navigate compared to more premium competitors.

Verdict

The Amazfit Stratos Plus (also known as the Pace 2S) is a premium sports smartwatch featuring a 1.34-inch always-on transflective LCD with 320x300 resolution, protected by scratch-resistant Sapphire Glass and a hand-polished ceramic bezel. It is powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor with 512MB RAM and 4GB of internal storage (approximately 2GB available for music), supporting 16 different sports modes including triathlon and open-water swimming thanks to its 5ATM water resistance. Main characteristics include built-in GPS/GLONASS, an optical heart-rate sensor, and VO2max metrics provided through Firstbeat algorithms. Key pros include excellent outdoor visibility in direct sunlight, a robust five-day battery life, and the ability to stream music directly to Bluetooth headphones without a phone. However, notable cons include an unrefined 'flat tyre' display design that cuts off the bottom of the screen, lack of a microphone or speaker for calls, and an occasionally unintuitive or laggy operating system.

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