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Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Screen size:1.64 inchBattery life:6 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Technical score

30%

7.4

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.4 · based on 22 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.
▲Better than 67% of smartwatches
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

24%

6.9

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

5.1

Battery

14%

7.4

Smart features

12%

6.2

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

4.7

Hardware

▲Better than 69% of smartwatches
7.4

Review score

Review score
7.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
1

6.3%

8.2

itc.ua

≈ estimated
2

6.3%

6.0

notebookcheck.net

3.2%

9.0

smetechguru.co.za

Video reviews 1

3.2%

9.0

WesKnows

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 65% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components:

24%

6.9

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

5.1

Battery

14%

7.4

Smart features

12%

6.2

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

4.7

Hardware

7.1
Review score
Review score
7.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 3
✓ explicit
1

6.3%

8.2

itc.ua

≈ estimated
2

6.3%

6.0

notebookcheck.net

3.2%

9.0

smetechguru.co.za

Video reviews 1

3.2%

9.0

WesKnows

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 77.4% of smartwatches.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.0
Brand name
Huawei
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
▲ 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
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
▼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
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
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
▲ Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
6 days
Battery life
6 days
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 6 days which is shorter than that of 61.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 9 days in low power.
Battery life in training mode
9.5 h
Battery life in training mode
9.5 h
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 9.5 h in training mode which is shorter than 70.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.5% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
18 h
Battery life with GPS on
18 h
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 18 h with GPS on which is shorter than 55% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.6% of smartwatches.
Battery power
180 mAh
Battery power
180 mAh
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 180 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.8% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.8% of smartwatches.
Charge time
45 min
Charge time
45 min
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 45 min which is faster than 96.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 0.8% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 45 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
LiteOS
Operating system
LiteOS
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch runs LiteOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 52.2% of smartwatches and the same as that in 2.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
▲ Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
▲ Better than 32% of models
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
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.64 inch
Screen size
1.64 inch
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.64 inch which is larger than the screens of 77% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.8% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
▲ Better than 50% of models
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
280x 456
Resolution
280x 456
▼ Worse than 63% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 280x456 which is lower than that of 63.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
▲ Better than 46% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
▲ Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 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
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 75 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    45 min
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (45 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 45 minutes.
    45 min vs 120 min
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 75 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    45 min
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (45 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 45 minutes.
    45 min vs 120 min
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • 24 g lighter weight
    Weight
    21.0 g
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (21 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    21.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 0.24 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.64 inch
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.64 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    chemically strengthened glass
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartwatch uses chemically strengthened glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    chemically strengthened glass vs mineral glass
  • 0.9 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.70 mm
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.7 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.70 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 12 mm narrower watch width
    Width
    30.0 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (30 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    30.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    Uses proprietary/non-standard band connector.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    LiteOS
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (LiteOS vs Proprietary OS).
    LiteOS vs Proprietary OS
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • 9.75 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    9.5 h
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (9.5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    9.5 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 120 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    180 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (180 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 9 days in low power.
    180 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 9.75 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    9.5 h
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (9.5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    9.5 h vs 19.25 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 120 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    180 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (180 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 9 days in low power.
    180 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 1 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    6 days
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 6 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 9 days in low power.
    6 days vs 7 days
  • 2 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    18 h
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (18 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    18 h vs 20 h
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    280 x 456
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 280x456, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    280x456 vs 352x430
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    ▼ 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

Video reviews

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

9.0
WesKnows
≈ estimated
09/03/2024
Heart rate accuracy test · GPS and sleep tracking
Verdict
Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition has excellent heart rate accuracy and strong overall value, despite its plastic build and lack of calls.
9.0
WesKnows
≈ estimated
04/03/2024
Hands-on review · heart rate accuracy and sport modes
Verdict
Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition looks dated, but upgraded sensors make it a strong budget pick.
Not graded
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 13

Reviewers praise its light comfort and health and sports tracking, but calls fall short and battery life divides opinion.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.2
itc.ua
✓ explicit
28/02/2024
Hands-on test · Fitness bracelet
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a light fitness bracelet with a bright 1.64-inch screen and built-in GPS, best for tracking and notifications rather than calls.
9.0
smetechguru.co.za
≈ estimated
01/09/2023
Quick review · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a light fitness tracker that lasted about six days with frequent exercise, but its screen is hard to read in direct sunlight.
6.2
chip.de
✓ explicit
18/10/2023
Lab test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is an accurate tracker with fast charging and a sharp screen, but it has no altimeter, so floors climbed are not recorded.
6.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
09/11/2023
Practical test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a fitness tracker rather than a smartwatch, good for workouts and steps, but it can't run apps or work fully with iPhones.
7.0
notebookcheck.biz
≈ estimated
28/08/2023
Lab test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a light tracker with reliable heart rate readings, but without a microphone it does not support calls or a voice assistant.
6.6
smartphonology.it
✓ explicit
14/08/2023
Hands-on test · Fitness band
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a light, comfortable band with a fingerprint-free screen, but its battery drains 10 to 12 percent a day.
7.0
notebookcheck.nl
≈ estimated
28/08/2023
Lab test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a light tracker that measures heart rate and GPS accurately, but it can't make calls or respond to voice commands.

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What we like about Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition

  • Excellent value for money compared to competitors
  • Vibrant and sharp 1.64-inch AMOLED display
  • Lightweight and highly comfortable for all-day wear and sleep
  • Built-in GPS for independent outdoor activity tracking
  • Solid battery life, typically lasting 6 to 9 days
  • Effective health monitoring features, including sleep and SpO2 tracking
  • Useful animated quick-workout guides for beginners

What we don't like about Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition

  • Lack of third-party app support (no AppGallery)
  • No NFC for contactless payments
  • Heart rate accuracy can be inconsistent during high-intensity exercise
  • Limited smart features; cannot respond to notifications on most devices
  • No built-in music player; only controls music on a paired phone
  • Lacks an ambient light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment
  • Cannot share fitness data directly with third-party apps like Strava

Verdict

The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is an ultra-lightweight smartwatch weighing just 21g and measuring 10.7mm thin, featuring a 1.64-inch AMOLED display with a 456 x 280 resolution (326 PPI). Key characteristics include built-in GPS, 5 ATM water resistance, and over 100 workout modes supported by TruSeen 5.0 heart rate tracking and TruSleep 3.0 sleep monitoring. Its main pros are a sharp Always-On Display, strong battery life reaching up to 9 days, and fast charging that provides a full day of use in just five minutes. Notable cons include the lack of a built-in microphone and speaker for calls, no ambient light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment, and limited third-party app support.

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