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Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£70Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:5 daysDisplay type:IPS LCD

Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

5.3

Reviews score

10%

5.3

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 87% of smartwatches
7.2

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
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Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 85%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

5.8

Health

21%

6.8

Fitness

16%

5.8

Battery

14%

3.7

Smart features

12%

2.8

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 77%
5.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.3/ 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. 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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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models

5.3

Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

6.4

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
4 videos, average 7.5/10. We use 5 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.0: (7.5 × 4 + 8.0 × 1) ÷ 5 = 7.6. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 84%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro

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Reviewers like the strap, display and health tracking, but smart features disappoint and it feels big and heavy.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

24%

5.8

Health

21%

6.8

Fitness

16%

5.8

Battery

14%

3.7

Smart features

12%

2.8

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

5.3
Reviews score
5.3
List score
?
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 85% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
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
5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
180 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 180 mAh battery, which is smaller than 91.2% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.6% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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Screen size
1.3 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.3 inch screen, which is smaller than 67.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 10.8% of Smartwatches.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartwatch uses IPS LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 70.4% of Smartwatches and equal to 5.9% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
261 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 261 ppi, which is lower than 75.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.1% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
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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Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.8% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Measurements are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 13% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 4 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    November 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.8% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Measurements are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 4 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    November 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 13% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 24.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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. 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    6.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 7.5/10. We use 5 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.0: (7.5 × 4 + 8.0 × 1) ÷ 5 = 7.6. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.3 vs 7.0
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • 24.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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. 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.5 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    6.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 7.5/10. We use 5 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.0: (7.5 × 4 + 8.0 × 1) ÷ 5 = 7.6. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.3 vs 7.0
  • 29.3% lower sentiment score
    5.3 vs 7.5
  • 8.1% worse value for money
    Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.18 vs 7.8).
    7.18 vs 7.76
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No 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 elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 82 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (8 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    8 vs 90
  • 125 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (180 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    180 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 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.
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (IPS LCD vs AMOLED).
    IPS LCD vs AMOLED
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
    IP67 vs IP68
  • 3 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.7 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    14.7 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 19 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (64 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    64 g vs 45 g
  • 0.1 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • 65 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (261 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    261 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 6.5 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (51.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    51.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 9 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (51.5 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    51.5 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    tpu vs silicone
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

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

7.0
Tech Brothers
≈ estimated
08/12/2019
Unboxing and hands-on review · design, app and battery
Verdict
Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro is good value for the money, but its basic fitness features keep it from being a true smartwatch.
8.0
SmartWatch Ticks
≈ estimated
01/11/2019
Quick overview · design and basic functions
Verdict
Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro is a nice little watch with a responsive touchscreen and a sporty design.
Hands-on video, no verdict

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro

  • High-resolution 1.3-inch IPS touch screen with excellent clarity and color depth
  • Rugged and solid build quality featuring a zinc alloy frame and comfortable, replaceable sports straps
  • Effective 24/7 heart rate monitoring and a variety of built-in sport modes for fitness tracking
  • User-friendly and intuitive interface, making it a good 'starter' smartwatch
  • Reliable notifications for messages and incoming calls from various apps
  • IP67 water resistance, making it suitable for daily activities like washing dishes or light rain

What customers don't like about Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro

  • Large and bulky 51mm diameter design may feel thick on smaller wrists
  • Limited smart functionality; users cannot install additional third-party apps
  • No built-in microphone or speaker, preventing users from replying to messages or making calls directly from the watch
  • Lacks built-in GPS, relying on a connected phone for route tracking
  • Software limitations, such as a lack of weather updates and limited selection of watch faces
  • Reports of a 'weak' battery in some units, potentially lasting much less than the advertised 5 days under certain conditions

Verdict

The Zeblaze Vibe 5 Pro is a ruggedized smartwatch featuring a 1.3-inch IPS full-round color touch screen with 240 x 240 pixel resolution and a durable zinc alloy frame. Its core characteristics include 24/7 continuous heart rate monitoring using the GREENCELL algorithm, sleep cycle tracking, and support for eight multi-sport modes. Main pros include its robust build with IP67 water resistance, compatibility with both Android and iOS via the WearHealth app, and a battery life that typically lasts 5 days on a single charge. However, its primary cons are the lack of built-in GPS (relying on a paired phone's GPS for tracking), the inability to install third-party apps, and a bulky 50mm dial diameter that may be too large for smaller wrists.

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