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Viita Active HRV Tachymeter review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£95Screen size:?Battery life:14 daysDisplay type:LCD

Viita Active HRV Tachymeter Review: Compare 127 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Viita Active HRV Tachymeter
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.8

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%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 57% of smartwatches
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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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

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
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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%

4.9

Health

21%

8.2

Fitness

16%

5.4

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

5.1

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 64%
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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
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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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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Viita Active HRV Tachymeter

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
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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%

4.9

Health

21%

8.2

Fitness

16%

5.4

Battery

14%

5.1

Smart features

12%

5.1

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

5.8
Reviews score
7.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.8
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
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
14 days
This smartwatch lasts 14 days on a charge, which is longer than 73.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
7 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 7 h on a charge, which is shorter than 79.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
7 h
This smartwatch lasts 7 h with GPS on, which is shorter than 84.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 3.9% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
530 mAh
This smartwatch has a 530 mAh battery, which is larger than 94.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 90 min, which is quicker than 64.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 9.9% of Smartwatches.
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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
?
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
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% 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
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
?
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
?
Display type
LCD
This smartwatch uses LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 91.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 6.7% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
290x 320
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 290x320 which is lower than that of 64.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.8% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
239 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 239 ppi, which is lower than 84.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.1% 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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Viita Active HRV Tachymeter vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 225 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (530 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    530 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • 225 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (530 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    530 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (LCD vs AMOLED).
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • 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 barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 14 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    7 h vs 21 h
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • 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 cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle 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.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 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.
  • 71 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (19 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 19 exercise modes.
    19 vs 90
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 14 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    7 h vs 21 h
  • 13 h shorter training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time in training mode than the average smartwatch (7 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    7 h vs 20 h
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (LCD vs AMOLED).
    LCD vs AMOLED
  • 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.
  • 47 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (3 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    3 m vs 50 m
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP54 vs IP68).
    Water resistance is listed as 10 ATM (ATM/pressure rating, not an official IP code).
    IP54 vs IP68
  • 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.
  • 4.2 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (15.9 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    15.9 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 87 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (239 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    239 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 4.1 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46.6 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46.6 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 290x320, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    290x320 vs 360x360
  • 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 call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • 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.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Viita Active HRV Tachymeter

  • Premium build quality featuring sapphire glass and a stainless steel housing.
  • High water resistance rating of 100m (10 ATM), suitable for swimming and snorkelling.
  • Long-lasting battery life, with users and specs reporting between 10 days and 2 weeks of use.
  • Unique health features like personalised hydration (dehydration) recommendations and stress analysis.
  • Attractive, classic luxury watch aesthetic that doesn't look like a typical fitness tracker.

What customers don't like about Viita Active HRV Tachymeter

  • Significant software reliability issues, with some early backers reporting that many features 'nothing works'.
  • No Always-On Display (AOD) functionality.
  • Reports of long delays and poor communication for crowdfunding backers.
  • Bulky design that may be too large for some users.
  • Limited app ecosystem and lack of advanced integrations like Strava synchronisation.

Verdict

The Viita Active HRV Tachymeter is a luxury smartwatch featuring a 47mm stainless steel housing, anti-reflective sapphire glass, and a 1.54-inch digital display with a resolution of 320x290 pixels. It is defined by its focus on heart rate variability (HRV) analysis, offering specialized tracking for stress, regeneration, and daily hydration needs, alongside built-in GPS and support for 19 sport modes. Major advantages include an impressive battery life of up to 2 weeks (or 7 hours with continuous GPS) and a high water resistance rating of 10 ATM (100 meters). However, notable drawbacks include the lack of a built-in microphone or speaker for answering calls, no NFC for mobile payments, the absence of an always-on display, and no blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring.

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