Amazfit Bip U PRO smartwatch review: technical specifications and features of the model

Amazefit produces a huge range of smart watches, but a special niche is occupied by the inexpensive, but functional model Amazefit Bip U Pro.

It is positioned as a budget watch. But many users are confused by the low price of the gadget.

To understand what features and technical characteristics of the watch, and whether it is worth spending money on them, we recommend reading the review of the model.

Technical Specifications

Despite the democratic price, smart watch Amazefit Bip U Pro has enough technical characteristics for full use:

• The weight of the product (with strap) 31 g;
• Battery capacity of 220 mAh;
• The level of dust and moisture protection 5 atm;
• type of indicator: vibration alarm;
• strap material: silicone;
• size: 41x35x11 mm;
• connection methods: Bluetooth, LE, A2P.

The future owner should take into account that the model has only a microphone from the communication functions.

The device has no camera, Internet and built-in speakers.

Design

In general, the design resembles the design of any other smart watch. The rectangular dial is complemented by a flexible strap that can be adapted to fit any hand size.

Many users call the watch toy-like.

First of all because of the turquoise color. The dial is made of plastic, and its edges are painted the same turquoise color as the strap.

In combination, such a design makes the watch informal. People who prefer a loose or sporty style of dress, the model will certainly suit, but in the office or at a serious business meeting the device will not look quite appropriate.

Other features of the watch appearance include:

1. On the back side there are sensors (oxygen level and heart rate) and information about the model. The charging contacts are also located here.
2. The removable strap is made of silicone. It has a standard size and type of attachment, so there are no problems with the assembly of the watch. In addition, this design will help in the future to pick up another strap, if the basic one gets bored or torn.
3. There is only one button and it has standard functionality. Its surface is smooth, but slightly protrudes over the dial. The button is pressed with medium force, so accidental presses are excluded.
4. The edges of the glass are slightly rounded, but when viewed from the side, this rounding is hardly noticeable.

The watch fits very comfortably on the hand. The strap has a lot of holes, so it is easy to adapt it to the diameter of your hand.

Speaking in general, the impression of the design is ambiguous.

The strap and case are painted in bright original colors, the watch itself sits very comfortably on the hand, but the overall design seems a bit childish and toyish. The model is available in three colors.

The screen

The display is one of the key parts of the smart watch. In this model, the screen is rectangular and has an IPS matrix.

The diagonal is 1.43 inches, and the resolution is 320x302. For a device in this price category, this is a very decent indicator.

Other features of the screen are as follows:

1. The front surface of the display is covered by a special glass plate, so that the screen is not covered with scratches. The surface of the plate mirror-smooth, which greatly facilitates the reading of information.
2. Also on the outer surface of the screen is a special grease repellent coating. This allows fingerprints to be erased with minimal effort, and appear less frequently than on watches with a display made of ordinary glass.
3. Practical tests show that the anti-reflective properties of the display of this model is not inferior to the screens of more expensive smart watches.

Autonomy

The instructions indicate that in normal mode the watch is able to work without recharging for 9 days, and with active use - 5 days.

But in practice, active use means the use of all functions. Accordingly, if the owner additionally uses the training mode, the battery will run down even faster.

Compared with other models of the brand, the battery life of this watch is lower.

But the explanation is very simple: the device is equipped with a bright color display, which consumes battery resources much faster.

Features and interface

To start using the watch in full, you will have to install the Zepp app. It's compatible with all Android and iOS mobile devices.

The app is compatible with other gadgets from the Amazefit and Zepp brands.

The features of this watch are much like those of previous models:

1. Notifications are displayed on the screen, the user can control the playback of music on the smartphone, monitor the duration and quality of sleep, and monitor the heart rate.
2. The watch does not glitch or freezeThe notifications come quickly and without delay.
3. Despite the fact that the watch is manufactured by a Chinese company, Cyrillic alphabet is displayed correctly on the screen. Problems may arise only with the display of some emoticons. A small disadvantage is also present: if the message is too large and does not fit on the screen, you will not be able to open the full text.
4. The applications menu is divided into two parts. The first list includes basic functions, and by clicking on the "More" button, the user can see additional information that does not fit on the main screen. Both lists can be changed and adjusted at will using the Zepp app.

The user will also be able to download additional dials and change them as they see fit.

In terms of functionality, the model is great for athletes, because it provides a wide range of workouts..

Among them, there are water, as the watch is equipped with a full-fledged protection against moisture. But even here there is a disadvantage. The manufacturer was guided by an incomprehensible logic when selecting workouts.

For example, the functionality includes such unusual sports like fishing or archery, but there is no skiing training..

That said, there is ice skating and snowboarding training, so the user can solve the problem if they want.

The device also has a built-in GPS to help navigate unfamiliar terrain during outdoor training.

Standard features like basic step tracking, calculation of distance traveled and calories burnedThe device also includes standard features like basic step tracking, distance and calories burned, as well as heart rate monitoring.

It is worth paying attention to additional functions.

The smart watch has:

• Alexa application for voice control of other smart devices;
• Pomodoro Tracker, which will help improve concentration;
• Women's cycle tracking;
• measurement of SpO2 (blood oxygen saturation).

When it comes to algorithms for measuring oxygen levels in the blood, no device can yet boast of perfect measurement accuracy.

If you measure oxygen levels several times in a row, the results will vary from 95% to 100%. The first figure is too low for a healthy person, and the second is considered unrealistic.

But this is not a disadvantage of this model: such inaccuracies are found in more expensive devices.

The device's functionality includes default reminders for physical activity.

But, as in other models of the brand, they do not always work correctly. In particular, the smart watch does not always take into account recent workouts, so the watch can send a reminder of physical activity, even if the user has just finished working out.

The model does not support third-party applications, so you can't connect the smart watch to music or sports applications. As a bonus, the manufacturer provided support for the Strava app and AppleHealth.

Accessories

To make sure you bought the original model (especially if the watch was ordered through the Internet), you should get acquainted with the package of the gadget in advance.

The factory packaging of the gadget is white, flat and compact. On its front side, there is a picture of a clock.

It comes with the watch itself, a removable silicone strap, and a USB charging cable.

There is no power supply for charging. It will not be difficult to deal with the device, because the kit includes a detailed user manual in several languages, including Russian.

The charging of the smart watch deserves special attention. Unlike the Bip S Lite, where you had to force the device into the cradle, in this model everything is as simple as possible.

The charger cable is placed on the table, and the watch is placed on the charger so that the contacts of the two devices are aligned.

Despite the fact that this is not a difficult manipulation, many users find it uncomfortable, because if the user accidentally touches the watch with his hand, it will stop charging.

Conclusion

An objective assessment of the cost and functionality of the Amazefit Bip U Pro shows that this model is suitable for athletes and fans of active lifestyles.

The design and quality of materials are evaluated ambiguously, but if the user prefers a sporty style in clothing, this model will definitely suit him.

The choice of functions in the watch is also very decent, although some users find it strange the absence of skiing in the list of training.

The obvious advantage of the model - the presence of GPS, so the watch can safely take with you on trips in unfamiliar areas.