Calling all fitness enthusiasts on a budget! Amazfit has unveiled its latest offering, the Bip 5 Unity smartwatch, marketed as an “Essential Everyday Smartwatch.” But does it live up to the hype? This comprehensive review dives deep into the Bip 5 Unity’s design, features, performance, and battery life to help you decide if it’s the perfect fit for your active lifestyle.
Design and Build: Striking a Balance Between Style and Comfort
The Amazfit Bip 5 Unity boasts a rectangular dial reminiscent of the Apple Watch. However, unlike its pricier counterpart, the Bip 5 Unity utilizes a combination of plastic and stainless steel, achieving a surprisingly premium feel at a more accessible price point. The sleek design is accentuated by a large 2.5D curved display and comes in three color options – Grey, Charcoal, and Pink – to suit various styles.
Comfort is paramount for an everyday smartwatch, and the Bip 5 Unity delivers. Weighing a mere 24 grams without the strap and measuring only 10mm thick, you’ll barely notice it on your wrist. The lightweight design is further complemented by the sturdy stainless-steel build, ensuring the watch can withstand daily wear and tear.
Display: Clear Viewing Even Under Direct Sunlight
The Amazfit Bip 5 Unity features a 1.91-inch TFT touchscreen display with a resolution of 320×380 pixels and a pixel density of 260 PPI. While not as sharp as an OLED display, the TFT panel offers a significant advantage – excellent readability under direct sunlight. This is a crucial feature for fitness enthusiasts who frequently exercise outdoors. A 2.5D tempered glass layer protects the screen, while an anti-fingerprint coating keeps smudges at bay.
Feature-Packed for Fitness and Beyond A Look Under the Hood
The Amazfit Bip 5 Unity caters to a wide range of fitness enthusiasts with over 120 sports modes including walking, running, rowing machine, football, and many more. The watch even offers Auto-Detection for six common sports, accurately tracking your activities without the need for manual selection (although GPS is absent, necessitating phone pairing for activities like cycling).
Step counting accuracy is on par with leading competitors. During testing, the Bip 5 Unity’s results for counting 300 steps closely mirrored those of a Fitbit Versa 4. Activity tracking provides detailed breakdowns of your workouts, including average and highest heart rate, alongside a comprehensive score for the entire session.
Beyond basic activity tracking, the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity boasts the company’s BioTracker PPG biometric sensor. This innovative technology monitors a variety of health metrics, including blood oxygen levels, stress levels, low oxygen levels, heart rate, sleep quality, and even menstrual cycle tracking (for female users). The watch also features Smart Health Alerts, notifying you of potential health concerns such as abnormally high or low heart rates, low SpO2 levels, and elevated stress levels.
Calling on the go? The Amazfit Bip 5 Unity has you covered with a built-in speaker and microphone functionality for Bluetooth calling. However, it’s important to note that outdoor call quality might be less than ideal due to potential environmental noise interference.
For added convenience, the Bip 5 Unity integrates with Amazon’s Alexa, allowing you to control various functions using voice commands. Additionally, the watch boasts a built-in music player, letting you manage music playback directly from your wrist.
Software: Unleashing the Potential with Zepp OS 3.0
The Amazfit Bip 5 Unity runs on Zepp OS 3.0, opening doors to a world of customization and functionality. This user-friendly operating system grants access to over 70 apps and games, downloadable through the companion Zepp app available on compatible Android and iOS devices. The app guides you through a simple pairing process, unlocking the full potential of your Bip 5 Unity.
Personalize your experience with over 100 watch faces available for download. Amazfit even allows you to create custom watch faces using your photos, adding a unique touch to your smartwatch. For those who crave even more customization, over 30 watch faces offer various data fields and layouts to suit your preferences.
The Zepp app goes beyond simply managing your watch. It serves as a comprehensive health and fitness hub, displaying detailed information about your workouts and sleep patterns. You can set alarms, manage notifications and calls, and establish fitness goals directly through the app. Zepp Coach, a built-in feature, provides personalized workout plans tailored to your specific needs and fitness level. Overall, the Zepp app is an integral part of the Bip 5 Unity experience, offering a robust and user-friendly platform for managing your health and fitness data.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: How accurate is the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity’s activity tracking?
A: Based on testing, the Bip 5 Unity’s step counting is comparable to leading fitness trackers. It also provides detailed breakdowns of workouts, including heart rate information, offering valuable insights into your fitness progress.
Q: Does the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity have built-in GPS?
A: No, the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity lacks built-in GPS functionality. For activities that require GPS tracking, you’ll need to pair the watch with your smartphone.
Q: How long does the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity take to charge?
A: While specific charging times haven’t been officially disclosed, testing suggests the Bip 5 Unity charges slower than some competitors due to the use of a USB Type-A cable.
Q: Is the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity waterproof?
A: Yes, the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity boasts an IP68 water resistance rating, making it suitable for sweat, rain, and shallow submersion.
