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Aukey LS05 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£35Screen size:1.28 inchBattery life:25 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Aukey LS05 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Aukey LS05
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 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%

4.5

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.4, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

4.5

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 83% of smartwatches
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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 79% of models
Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
4.5

Technical score

Technical score
4.5/ 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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Score components

24%

2.5

Health

21%

4.2

Fitness

16%

7.7

Battery

14%

4.1

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

5.3

Display & Design

4%

7.8

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 94%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
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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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.4.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

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
    N/A~ £35
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What owners say about the Aukey LS05

Based on 163 owners sharing their experience in online comments

22%positive11%mixed67%negative

Owners value the long battery life, attractive design, and price, but report frustrating problems with tracking, notifications, and app connectivity.

What owners dislike

  • WhatsApp shows only the app name or sender, not the message text, and silenced group chats still alert. On iPhone many owners get no notifications at all.22
  • Setup and pairing often fail: login or registration errors, the app disconnects from the watch, and the app stops syncing unless you reopen it.20
  • GPS stops logging distance partway through a run, and the distance can stay at zero until you sync after the activity.15
  • Wrist-raise wake stops working after a screen protector is fitted, after a few weeks, or at night. Some owners report a faulty screen, with stripes or a grey display.11
  • Sleep tracking often records nothing, or counts time lying in bed with the phone as sleep. Owners say it needs 24-hour heart-rate monitoring turned on to work.10
  • Heart rate readings stop or read well below a reference device, around 110 bpm against 160 bpm.10
  • Step counts lag, miss short walks, or overcount, and the app updates only after a manual pull-to-refresh.9
  • Some units lose charge within a day or two, and one owner reports the battery dies at 18% and charges to full in minutes.9
  • Weather often shows the wrong city or stops updating, and the temperature from the source app can differ from the phone's reading.9
  • Watch faces are limited to the app's built-in set. Some owners cannot apply new faces, and the faces they do get often lack date or other information.8

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

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Aukey LS05

Technical score
Technical score
4.5/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

24%

2.5

Health

21%

4.2

Fitness

16%

7.7

Battery

14%

4.1

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

5.3

Display & Design

4%

7.8

Hardware

4.5
Reviews score
7.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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 79% of models
Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.3
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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Accelerometer
no
This smartwatch does not include an accelerometer. 99.6% 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
25 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 25 days on a charge, which is longer than 93.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.8% of Smartwatches.
Up to 30 days in standby.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
275 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 275 mAh battery, which is smaller than 64.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.8% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% 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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Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% 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
1.28 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.28 inch screen, which is smaller than 78% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.9% of Smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
This smartwatch uses TFT LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 14.5% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
265 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 265 ppi, which is lower than 73.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.8% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
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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Aukey LS05 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 18 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (25 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 30 days in standby.
    25 days vs 7 days
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 6.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (36 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    36 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 7 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (38 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    38 g vs 45 g
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 18 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (25 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    Up to 30 days in standby.
    25 days vs 7 days
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • 7 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (38 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    38 g vs 45 g
  • 6.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (36 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    36 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 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 GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 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 multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (TFT LCD vs AMOLED).
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 40.0% lower sentiment score
    4.5 vs 7.5
  • 6.6% worse value for money
    Aukey LS05 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.28 vs 7.8).
    7.28 vs 7.76
  • 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 sleep tracking
    This smartwatch does not support sleep tracking, the average smartwatch does. 93.8% of smartwatches support sleep tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    May 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No pace tracking
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 80.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • 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 auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 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.
  • No accelerometer
    This smartwatch does not include an accelerometer, the average smartwatch does. 99.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
  • 78 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (12 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    12 vs 90
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 30 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (275 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    275 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (TFT LCD vs AMOLED).
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 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.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/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.
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 0.12 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.
    1.28 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • 61 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (265 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    265 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 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 passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No calendar sync
    This smartwatch does not support calendar sync, the average smartwatch does. 95.3% of smartwatches support calendar sync.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Aukey LS05

  • Excellent battery life (often lasting 10-15 days or more on a single charge)
  • Attractive and durable circular metal build quality
  • High value for its budget-friendly price point
  • IP68 water and dust resistance suitable for workouts and rain
  • Readable display even in bright outdoor sunlight
  • Responsive touchscreen and smooth menu navigation

What customers don't like about Aukey LS05

  • Step counting and sleep tracking accuracy can be inconsistent
  • Lacks built-in GPS (relies on connected smartphone for route tracking)
  • Limited customisation (few pre-installed watch faces and no third-party app store)
  • Proprietary app can be unintuitive or prone to minor software bugs
  • Notifications only support basic text and cannot be replied to from the watch
  • Does not include a microphone or speaker for taking calls directly

Verdict

The Aukey LS05, also known as the Haylou Solar, is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a 1.28-inch TFT LCD touchscreen with a 240x240 resolution housed in a circular metallic frame. It is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0, an IP68 water resistance rating, and a 340mAh battery that delivers an impressive 15 to 30 days of standby time. Main pros include its premium build quality for the price, versatile 24/7 heart rate monitoring, and support for 12 different sport modes. However, notable cons include the lack of built-in GPS, a limited selection of just five watch faces, and occasional accuracy issues with step counting and outdoor display visibility.

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