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Asus Vivowatch 6 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Screen size:1.39 inchBattery life:9 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Asus Vivowatch 6 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 9 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.7

Technical score

30%

7.0

Review score

Review score 30% · 7.0 · based on 9 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
â–²Better than 74% of smartwatches
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

9.4

Health

21%

9.1

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

5.6

Smart features

12%

5.8

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

6.8

Hardware

â–²Better than 80% of smartwatches
7.0

Review score

Review score
7.0/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (9)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
✓ explicit
1
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 82% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Asus Vivowatch 6

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

24%

9.4

Health

21%

9.1

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

5.6

Smart features

12%

5.8

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

6.8

Hardware

7.7
Review score
Review score
7.0/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (9)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
✓ explicit
1
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.0
Popularity
Popularity
4.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Asus Vivowatch 6 has a popularity of 4.4 points, which is lower than 61.6% of smartwatches.
4.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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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Score components:

60%

7.5

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

8.2
Brand name
Asus
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
9 days
Battery life
9 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 9 days which is longer than that of 60.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 14 days in power-saving.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
?
Battery power
290 mAh
Battery power
290 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 290 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 57% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.9% of smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
Charge time
90 min
This smartwatch charges in 90 min which is faster than 63.7% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 9.9% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.39 inch
Screen size
1.39 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.39 inch which is smaller than the screens of 51.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 9.5% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
454x 454
Resolution
454x 454
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 79.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
462 ppi
Pixel density
462 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 462 ppi which is higher than that of 91.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
350 nits
Display brightness
350 nits
This smartwatch reaches 350 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 96.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
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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Asus Vivowatch 6 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Fingertip sensor
    Fingertip sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a fingertip sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 0.9% of smartwatches include a fingertip sensor.
    Dedicated front and side fingertip sensors for health measurements.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Fingertip sensor
    Fingertip sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a fingertip sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 0.9% of smartwatches include a fingertip sensor.
    Dedicated front and side fingertip sensors for health measurements.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 30 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    90 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • 2 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    9 days
    This smartwatch offers 9 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 14 days in power-saving.
    9 days vs 7 days
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 136 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    462 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    454 x 454
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    454x454 vs 352x430
  • 15 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    60.0 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (60 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    60.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    June 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • 250 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    350 nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (350 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    350 nits vs 600 nits
  • No call controls
    Call control
    no
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.9% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No passcode
    Passcode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • 2.4 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.00 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.00 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 68 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    12
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (12 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    12 vs 80
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 250 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    350 nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (350 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    350 nits vs 600 nits
  • 2.4 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.00 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.00 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 15 g heavier weight
    Weight
    60.0 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (60 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    60.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.0 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    silicone, rubber
    This smartwatch uses silicone, rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, rubber vs silicone
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No call controls
    Call control
    no
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.9% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    Passcode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.

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What reviewers agree on

Based on 9

Blood pressure tracking and battery impress, but reviewers dislike the lack of calls and notifications and the weak display.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
whatsthebest.co.uk
✓ explicit
04/09/2024
Side-by-side test · Health watch
Verdict
The ASUS VivoWatch 6 is hard to recommend overall, but for non-Samsung phone owners who want wrist blood pressure tracking, it is arguably the best option.
4.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
06/04/2025
Field test · Running accuracy
Verdict
The ASUS VivoWatch 6 is too unreliable on heart rate for precise training, though its blood pressure readings came close enough to an arm cuff to seem credible.
6.5
tuttotech.net
✓ explicit
01/08/2024
Two-week test · Health tracking
Verdict
The ASUS VivoWatch 6 is a sporty, health-focused watch whose blood pressure and body composition features suit people who want readings over time, though its software still feels rough.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Asus Vivowatch 6

  • Rare blood pressure and body composition monitoring for non-Samsung users
  • Long battery life typically lasting 6 to 7 days in real-world use
  • Bright and clear 1.39-inch AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Lightweight and comfortable design with medical-grade silicone strap
  • Dual-frequency GPS provides relatively accurate outdoor tracking
  • User-friendly ASUS HealthConnect app with clear data presentation

What we don't like about Asus Vivowatch 6

  • Inconsistent accuracy for sleep tracking and step counts compared to competitors
  • Heart rate monitoring can be erratic during high-intensity workouts
  • High price point relative to its limited 'smart' features
  • Fiddly fingertip sensor requires multiple attempts for successful readings
  • Limited notification support (e.g., call alerts but no third-party messaging)
  • Body composition data often deviates significantly from smart scale measurements

Verdict

The ASUS VivoWatch 6 is a health-focused flagship smartwatch featuring a 1.39-inch AMOLED touchscreen with Gorilla Glass 3 and a unique multi-sensor design that includes medical-grade ECG, PPG, and BIA sensors for measuring blood pressure, body composition, and heart rate variability. Key technical specifications include dual-frequency GPS (L1 and L5) for precise positioning, 5 ATM water resistance, and an energy-efficient battery offering up to 9 days of typical use or 14 days in power-saving mode. Main pros include its rare ability to detect blood pressure via fingertip sensors, comprehensive health tracking that encompasses sleep cycles and stress levels, and a comfortable, lightweight 60g design. However, some users and expert reviews note cons such as questionable accuracy in step counting compared to competitors, a relatively limited set of 'smart' features like third-party app support, and a high price point that rivals fully-featured premium smartwatches.

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