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Fire Boltt Vintage Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Screen size:1.52 inchBattery life:8.5 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Fire Boltt Vintage Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Technical score

30%

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Review score

Review score 30% · 7.0 · no independent reviews yet
Until reviews appear, its review part counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%.
â–¼Worse than 72% of smartwatches
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

24%

6.1

Health

21%

6.8

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

5.3

Display & Design

4%

6.2

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 69% of smartwatches
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Review score

Review 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.
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 (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Fire Boltt Vintage

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

24%

6.1

Health

21%

6.8

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

5.3

Display & Design

4%

6.2

Hardware

5.6
Review score
Review 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.
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.2
Brand name
Fire
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
Gyroscope
no
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 70% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
8.5 days
Battery life
8.5 days
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 8.5 days which is longer than that of 59.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Up to 10 days standby, 1-2 days with BT calling/AOD.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
285 mAh
Battery power
285 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 285 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 58.3% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.6% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
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
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
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
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.52 inch
Screen size
1.52 inch
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.52 inch which is larger than the screens of 69.7% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 74.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.9% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
223 ppi
Pixel density
223 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 223 ppi which is lower than that of 84.8% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
600 nits
Display brightness
600 nits
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 600 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 38.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Internal storage
0 GB
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 0 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.4% of smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Fire Boltt Vintage vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, nylon, stainless steel
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, nylon, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, nylon, stainless steel vs silicone
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 1.5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    8.5 days
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 8.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 10 days standby, 1-2 days with BT calling/AOD.
    8.5 days vs 7 days
  • 6.5x cheaper
    Fire Boltt Vintage is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£20 vs £130).
    £20 vs £130
  • 28.4 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    13.6 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (13.6 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    13.6 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 6.5x cheaper
    Fire Boltt Vintage is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£20 vs £130).
    £20 vs £130
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • 1.5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    8.5 days
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 8.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 10 days standby, 1-2 days with BT calling/AOD.
    8.5 days vs 7 days
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, nylon, stainless steel
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, nylon, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, nylon, stainless steel vs silicone
  • 0.12 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.52 inch
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.52 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 28.4 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    13.6 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (13.6 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    13.6 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • 4.3% worse value for money
    Fire Boltt Vintage has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.21 vs 7.5).
    7.21 vs 7.52
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No auto-pause
    Auto pause
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No achievement tracking
    Achievements
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 85.8% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No exercise tagging
    Exercise tagging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartwatch does not support exercise tagging, the average smartwatch does. 93.6% of smartwatches support exercise tagging.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP67
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • 35 g heavier weight
    Weight
    80.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (80 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    80.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    13.60 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13.6 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    13.60 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 103 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    223 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (223 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    223 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x240 vs 352x430
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 5.4 mm taller watch height
    Height
    50.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (50.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    50.4 mm vs 45 mm
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 4 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    No local user storage for apps/media
    0 GB vs 4 GB

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What we like about Fire Boltt Vintage

  • Attractive vintage/retro styling and elegant stainless steel design
  • Considered good value for money within its budget price range
  • Comprehensive health suite including SpO2, heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking
  • Large, clear 1.52-inch TFT full-touch display with 240*240 resolution
  • Bluetooth calling functionality and AI voice assistant (Siri/Google) integration
  • Wide variety of sports modes (120+) for fitness tracking

What we don't like about Fire Boltt Vintage

  • Frequent reports of rapid battery drain, sometimes lasting less than 24 hours
  • Significant hardware reliability issues, including the watch failing to turn on or charge after short-term use
  • Touchscreen is noted to lack a 'premium' feel and can sometimes be unresponsive
  • Mixed feedback on overall functionality, with some smart features reported as non-functional
  • Occasional complaints regarding the quality of materials and durability

Verdict

The Fire-Boltt Vintage is a retro-styled smartwatch featuring a 1.52-inch (39.1mm) TFT full-touch display with a 240x240 pixel resolution and a premium stainless steel build equipped with four physical buttons. Key characteristics include Bluetooth calling support with an in-built mic and speaker, a comprehensive health suite (SpO2, heart rate, sleep tracking, and body temperature), and an IP67 water resistance rating. Its main pros are the stylish 'classic outdoor' design, a 290mAh battery offering up to 7-10 days of life, and various smart utilities like AI voice assistance, multiple sports modes, and weather updates. However, its primary cons include the use of a TFT panel instead of AMOLED, which can lead to lower outdoor visibility, and limited third-party app integration.

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