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Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Screen size:1.83 inchBattery life:12 daysDisplay type:IPS LCD

Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 21 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Technical score

30%

7.9

Review score ( 9 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.9 · based on 21 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. 1 more review is not scored yet.
â–²Better than 54% of smartwatches
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

24%

5.7

Health

21%

7.1

Fitness

16%

7.3

Battery

14%

6.8

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

5.5

Display & Design

4%

8.1

Hardware

â–²Better than 50% of smartwatches
7.9

Review score

Review score
7.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 63% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 3 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 4
✓ explicit
1

6.6%

8.4

gadgetbytenepal.com

≈ estimated
3

6.6%

9.0

cnbctv18.com

6.6%

8.0

gadgetmatch.com

6.6%

8.0

livemint.com

Video reviews 5

3.3%

9.0

Pakiu Reviews in English

3.3%

9.0

Pratima Adhikari

3.3%

9.0

Tech Singh

3.3%

5.0

Rohit Raj Gupta

3.3%

3.0

AM TECHSA

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 63% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

24%

5.7

Health

21%

7.1

Fitness

16%

7.3

Battery

14%

6.8

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

5.5

Display & Design

4%

8.1

Hardware

6.2
Review score
Review score
7.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 63% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 3 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 4
✓ explicit
1

6.6%

8.4

gadgetbytenepal.com

≈ estimated
3

6.6%

9.0

cnbctv18.com

6.6%

8.0

gadgetmatch.com

6.6%

8.0

livemint.com

Video reviews 5

3.3%

9.0

Pakiu Reviews in English

3.3%

9.0

Pratima Adhikari

3.3%

9.0

Tech Singh

3.3%

5.0

Rohit Raj Gupta

3.3%

3.0

AM TECHSA

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 93.2% of smartwatches.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.7
Brand name
Xiaomi
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.
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
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² 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
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
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% 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.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
12 days
Battery life
12 days
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 12 days which is longer than that of 72.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.3% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
289 mAh
Battery power
289 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 289 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 58% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
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.
OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² 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
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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What reviewers say
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
yes
Compass
yes
â–² 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
1.83 inch
Screen size
1.83 inch
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.83 inch which is larger than the screens of 90.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.8% of smartwatches.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch uses a IPS LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 67.4% of smartwatches and the same as that of 6.6% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 280
Resolution
240x 280
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x280 which is lower than that of 70.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.6% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
202 ppi
Pixel density
202 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 202 ppi which is lower than that of 91.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
450 nits
Display brightness
450 nits
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 450 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 86.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
16 GB
Internal storage
16 GB
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 16 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% 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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Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    12 days
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    12 days vs 7 days
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² 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
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • 0.43 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.83 inch
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.8 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.83 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • 63.4% more popular
    Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (10 vs 6.1).
    10 vs 6.12
  • 3.71x cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£35 vs £130).
    £35 vs £130
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    â–² Better than 32% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 5 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    12 days
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 12 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    12 days vs 7 days
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • 0.43 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.83 inch
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.8 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.83 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 0.66 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.94 mm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.94 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² 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
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • 12 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–² 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.
    August 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • 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 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.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch uses IPS LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • 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 elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • 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 swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • 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–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • 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.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch uses IPS LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • No ambient light sensor
    Ambient light sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.7% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 150 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    450 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (450 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    450 nits vs 600 nits
  • 124 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    202 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (202 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    202 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 280
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x280, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x280 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
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    silicone, tpu
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, tpu vs silicone
  • 1.9 mm taller watch height
    Height
    46.9 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (46.9 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    46.9 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.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Pakiu Reviews in English
≈ estimated
04/06/2024
Review · features, unboxing and call test
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a very good starter smartwatch at this price, despite its LCD screen and weaker call speaker.
3.0
AM TECHSA
≈ estimated
19/12/2023
Battery test · full charge until shutdown
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active lasts only about eight hours and does not boot again once the battery dies, so it is not worth using.
5.0
Rohit Raj Gupta
≈ estimated
19/08/2023
Hands-on review · five days of use and sensor checks
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is fine for normal workouts, but it feels rushed, with several unfinished features and a bulky build.
9.0
Pratima Adhikari
≈ estimated
12/08/2023
Hands-on review · one week of testing
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a strong budget smartwatch with plenty of customisation and usable calling for the price.
9.0
Tech Singh
≈ estimated
02/08/2023
Hands-on review · widget faces, calls, sleep and app
Verdict
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a strong newcomer with a full feature set, a standout widget watch face and good phone calls.
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Calls are the clear highlight and the battery holds up well, but notifications, sluggish menus and phone-dependent GPS let it down.
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8.4
gadgetbytenepal.com
✓ explicit
13/08/2023
Two-week test · Widget screens
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a premium-looking fitness watch with customizable widget screens and usable Bluetooth calls, but its animations feel slow and it lacks automatic brightness.
9.0
cnbctv18.com
≈ estimated
09/08/2023
Hands-on review · Simple interface
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is an easy-to-use watch whose Bluetooth calling and fitness tracking suit beginners, though it lacks automatic workout detection.
pinoymetrogeek.com
05/08/2023
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8.0
gadgetmatch.com
≈ estimated
09/08/2023
Hands-on review · Fitness tracking
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a light fitness watch with over 100 workout modes that suits beginners who want straightforward everyday tracking.
8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
04/10/2024
Hands-on test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a solid basic fitness tracker with long battery life and phone calls, though it has fewer sports modes than the Redmi Watch 3.
6.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2025
Hands-on test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a bright sports watch that works mainly as a phone remote, since it can't run third-party apps.

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What we like about Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active

  • Excellent value for money and very affordable price point
  • Large, 1.83-inch screen that is clear and easy to read
  • Supports Bluetooth calling with built-in microphone and speaker
  • Lightweight and comfortable design for all-day wear
  • Reliable battery life, often lasting 7 to 12 days depending on usage
  • Effective 5ATM water resistance suitable for swimming and showering

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active

  • No built-in GPS; requires a connected smartphone for location tracking
  • Uses an LCD screen rather than the AMOLED panel found on the standard model
  • Lack of automatic brightness adjustment, requiring manual changes
  • Limited smart functionality with no support for third-party apps or message replies
  • Strap design can be fiddly or difficult to secure for some users
  • Inconsistent sleep and fitness tracking accuracy for serious training

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3 Active is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a large 1.83-inch LCD display with 450 nits peak brightness and a 60Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with essential health tracking sensors for 24/7 heart rate, SpO2 (blood oxygen), and scientific sleep monitoring, alongside over 100 sports modes and a 5ATM water resistance rating. Key pros include its long battery life of up to 12 days, a built-in speaker and microphone for Bluetooth calling, and a premium-looking metallic finish frame. However, it lacks a built-in GPS (relying on a connected smartphone for location data) and does not feature an AMOLED panel or an Always-on Display.

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