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Amazfit Verge Lite review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£60Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:20 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Amazfit Verge Lite Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 40 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Amazfit Verge Lite
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
✕
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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Score components

35%

5.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

5.0

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 65% of smartwatches
7.6

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
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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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Score components

24%

3.3

Health

21%

6.4

Fitness

16%

7.7

Battery

14%

4.2

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

6.1

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 85%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 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
â–² Better than 73% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (40)
14 reviews + 26 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 73%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
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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 Verge Lite

Based on 10 · 11

Reviewers almost all love the excellent battery life and like the screen, but notifications and calls are widely seen as weak.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Amazfit Verge Lite

Based on 193 owners sharing their experience in online comments

28%positive17%mixed55%negative

The long battery life wins praise, while workout crashes and unreliable tracking drive much of the frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the watch restarts or switches off on its own during outdoor running, cycling or walking workouts, wiping the session data, sometimes after a few minutes.29
  • Owners report GPS signal dropping during activities, distance and pace drifting off, and elevation not being recorded on bike and walking workouts.16
  • Owners find only a few watch faces are available, that some faces fail to download or install, and that the watch face set-up through the app often does not work.13
  • Owners say incoming call alerts do not arrive, WhatsApp and other phone notifications stop or need repeated permission, and some cannot get notifications working at all.9
  • Owners say weather information stays blank on watch faces that are supposed to show it, even after installing faces that include a weather display.8
  • Owners say the screen takes too long to turn on when the wrist is raised, often needs a second try, and stays off during rides, with no always-on display option.8
  • Owners report the Zepp app crashing or failing to connect, and firmware updates that fail repeatedly even with the watch next to the phone.6
  • Owners say interval training is hard to set up, with rest periods added on top of the set count, and that custom workouts cannot be programmed in the app.5
  • Owners say the watch is not reliably waterproof, with water getting inside after a splash, touch and buttons failing, and it is unsafe for swimming or showering.5
  • Owners say the language is English only, with no Spanish or other language option, and menus and settings stay in English on their watch.5

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Amazfit Verge Lite

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

24%

3.3

Health

21%

6.4

Fitness

16%

7.7

Battery

14%

4.2

Smart features

12%

4.1

Connectivity

9%

6.1

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

5.0
Reviews score
8.3
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
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

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
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
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
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% 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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Battery life
20 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 20 days on a charge, which is longer than 90.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.4% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
40 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 40 h on a charge, which is longer than 83.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
40 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 40 h with GPS on, which is longer than 83% of Smartwatches and the same as 3.4% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
390 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 390 mAh battery, which is larger than 69.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.5% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
150 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 150 min, which is slower than 88.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 7.4% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
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
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
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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What reviewers say
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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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.3 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.3 inch screen, which is smaller than 67.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 10.8% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
360x 360
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 360x360 which is higher than that of 47% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
392 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 392 ppi, which is higher than 66.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.5% 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
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0 GB of internal storage, which is less than 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 23.5% of Smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
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 Verge Lite vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 13 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (20 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    20 days vs 7 days
  • 19 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    40 h vs 21 h
  • 20 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    40 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
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 73% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (40)
    14 reviews + 26 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 73% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (40)
    14 reviews + 26 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 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.
  • 13 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (20 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    20 days vs 7 days
  • 19 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    40 h vs 21 h
  • 20 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • 85 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (390 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    390 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 66 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (392 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    392 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 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 VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 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 elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 33.3% lower sentiment score
    5.0 vs 7.5
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • 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.
  • 2 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    August 2019
    2019 vs 2021
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 83 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (7 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    7 vs 90
  • No achievement tracking
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 87% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 30 min slower charging
    This smartwatch charges more slowly than the average smartwatch (150 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    150 min vs 120 min
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 0.1 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.
    1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 0.9 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.6 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    12.6 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, plastic for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, plastic vs silicone
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 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 smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • 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

Video reviews

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

8.0
Tech Guy
≈ estimated
30/05/2021
Hands-on review · interface, notifications and battery
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is a good budget smartwatch, though notifications can't be replied to from the watch itself.
9.0
Etech Info
≈ estimated
24/09/2020
Unboxing · hands-on display and feature tests
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is a solid package for its class, with a good display and build, though the app and calls are limited.
9.0
IE Tech
≈ estimated
16/09/2020
Hands-on review · one week battery test
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite has excellent battery life and good value, with a few software quirks.
9.0
Andro Punk
≈ estimated
10/09/2020
Long-term review · one year of use
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is recommended for budget buyers, where its battery life is a big advantage despite no always-on display.
9.0
Tech Singh
≈ estimated
04/09/2020
Hands-on review · display, GPS, battery and app tests
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is almost perfect for the money, with a great display, good battery life and accurate tracking.
9.0
Cycle Away!
≈ estimated
16/08/2020
Long-term test · a month of cycling and GPS use
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is good for GPS tracking on a budget, with no comparable alternative at this price.
8.0
Rohan Jhajharia
≈ estimated
29/07/2020
Hands-on review · features, GPS and daily use
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is good value for the money, comfortable and light, with solid GPS and features, though it lacks a mic and speaker.
8.0
heygem
≈ estimated
17/09/2019
Hands-on review · one week of daily use
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is a cheap, fitness-focused watch with good battery life and GPS, but limited smartwatch features.
8.0
TechMishka
≈ estimated
06/08/2019
Long-term test · a few weeks of daily use
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is a pretty good smartwatch with a strong display and performance, held back by its toy-like look.
6.0
Redskull
≈ estimated
24/09/2019
Hands-on review · fitness tracking, battery and notifications
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is a decent fitness watch with good GPS and battery life, but its plasticky look is a turn-off.
9.0
Droid Sector
≈ estimated
18/09/2019
Hands-on review · display, sleep and battery tests
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is a worthy buy for the money, despite its plastic build, touch lag and rough software.
7.0
Smartwatch Specifications
≈ estimated
28/08/2019
First look · menus and companion app walkthrough
Verdict
Amazfit Verge Lite is basic but covers the essentials for light to moderate fitness use, with nothing special.
More graded video reviews (1)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
thehindubusinessline.com
≈ estimated
17/10/2019
Hands-on review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a stylish, comfortable fitness watch with close to 20 days of battery life, though it has few watch faces and slightly off heart-rate readings.
8.0
notebookcheck.net
≈ estimated
11/10/2019
Hands-on test · GPS fitness watch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a GPS fitness watch that lasted around two weeks in testing, but it needs your phone for music and can't export tracks directly.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
31/03/2020
Hands-on test · GPS fitness watch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite suits buyers who want a GPS and heart-rate watch that lasts days between charges, though its menus lag and alerts bunch up.
7.0
smartwatchspecifications.com
≈ estimated
18/09/2019
Hands-on review · Fitness tracking
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a light, colorful fitness watch for brisk walking, running and everyday sport, but it lacks extra features and onboard storage.
8.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
05/09/2019
Real-world test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a comfortable plastic fitness watch with a 20-day battery, suited to buyers who don't need NFC, calls or an altimeter.
7.0
tweakpc.de
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Hands-on test · Fitness watch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a comfortable watch with a long battery, but without workout export or chest strap support, serious athletes should look elsewhere.
8.0
androidphoria.com
≈ estimated
07/08/2019
Full review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a comfortable fitness watch with a clear screen and a battery that should outlast its claimed 20 days, but it can't take calls.
8.3
xiaomitoday.it
✓ explicit
30/07/2019
Hands-on review · Battery life
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a light sports watch with a 20-day battery, but it drops music playback, Bluetooth earphones and several sports modes.
9.0
outofbit.it
≈ estimated
20/10/2019
Owner review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a light, sporty watch with a good AMOLED screen and battery life past 20 days, but it looks too casual for formal occasions.
9.0
macitynet.it
≈ estimated
14/08/2019
Full review · Fitness watch
Verdict
The Amazfit Verge Lite is a fitness watch with a 20-day battery and fast GPS, but it lacks calls and Alexa, so it suits buyers who don't need them.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Amazfit Verge Lite

  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting 20-30 days on a single charge
  • Vibrant 1.3-inch AMOLED display with good visibility in various lighting
  • Highly affordable and offers great value for the price
  • Accurate activity tracking for steps and heart rate
  • Reliable built-in GPS that locks signals quickly for outdoor activities
  • IP68 water and dust resistance suitable for daily wear and showers

What customers don't like about Amazfit Verge Lite

  • Design feels cheap and plasticky, often compared to a toy
  • Bulky and thick casing may be uncomfortable on smaller wrists
  • Limited smart features; cannot answer calls or reply to messages
  • Vibration motor is reportedly very loud and can be annoying
  • Lacks a dedicated swimming mode despite the waterproof rating
  • Notifications can occasionally bunch up or fail to sync without manually opening the app

Verdict

The Amazfit Verge Lite is a budget-focused smartwatch featuring a 1.3-inch AMOLED display (360x360 resolution) protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and an IP68 water-resistance rating. Its core technical strengths include an integrated Sony 28nm GPS + GLONASS chip for accurate route tracking and a 390mAh battery that provides an impressive 20-day typical battery life or up to 40 hours with continuous GPS. The device supports 7 sports modes, 24/7 heart rate monitoring via a PPG optical sensor, and sleep analysis, all syncing through the Zepp App for Android and iOS. Main pros highlighted by users are its vibrant screen quality, exceptional battery endurance, and precise activity tracking for the price. However, notable cons include its bulky, plastic construction that some feel looks cheap, a lack of support for making/receiving calls or swimming tracking, and reports of a sluggish interface compared to more premium models.

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