That's why it's THE fitness tracker you need. Lifting it to check the time, BIM! Muscle build. You just need to be sure you switch arms at lunch or you will look very funny after a month, Strong-One-Arm-Stu :D
I bought one of these last week. It can do aaaaall these amaaaaaazing things. But the one thing you can't do is read the screen outdoors in daylight. Fat lot of good that is when you're out exercising and want to keep your heart rate within a specific range. Grumble, grumble, huge eye roll.
Wow! You must have some arm muscles wearing 12 kilos daily! And in that tiny package too? does it have some sort of mega density metal from outer space in it?
Just ordered off the back of your review. I've owned every MiBand version even the one without a screen, but the lack of blood oxygen in the MiBand 5 made me wait, glad I did now.
I found that the actual band for the Amazfit is larger than the Mi Band 5 (or there is a hole close to the watch face). For most this is not an issue, but my wrist is 5.5 inches. I was going to switch it with the Mi Band 5 strap; this is possible, but you have to force it in. I did not want to force it and may go back to the Mi Band due to sizing issues. I figured I would comment on the band as folks kept asking about the ability to interchange straps.
I've been looking for fitness trackers and came across your channel. Not only have you told me all I need to know but you're a rather funny man too. Definitely subscribing - and also the Amazfit Band 5 is currently £19 on Amazon UK!
@@StusReviewsUK do you have to use the heart rate monitor for your workouts? My fitbit wouldn't give me a calories burned because you had to have the hr monitor on.
I read the early announcments about the Mi Band 5 that said it was going to have SpO2 and a few other things. One of the things they said was that it had improved sleep tracking and importantly could track more than one sleep per day, I have chronic fatigue and that would be really helpful. After finding out the Amazfit Band rather than the Mi had SpO2 I decided to buy that, as I thought it would be useful to see if I was perhaps having breathing issues while asleep. I've been pretty disappointed as the sleep tracking has been less acurate than the Mi Band 4 and Zepp refuses to acknowledge when I've slept twice or more in a day. Often I'll see the red LED flashing away, but I can't find a graph for the results in Zepp. Also, Zepp is such a rubbish name!
Happy New year's Stu I was looking at this watch on Amazon and then I decided to go to RUclips and hear you are doing a full review on this watch I think you have the greatest platform thank you so much for sharing this video you make me convinced that this watches going to be very good I subscribe to your channel
Hi, can you recommend / do you know of a smart band that takes continuous heart rate reading and that give you a buzz or alerts you at predeterminate times? Something perhaps that you can program the alarm yourself to alert you when the heart rate rises above a certain threshold? Thanks!!!
Can you tell me how the swimming feature is supposed to be activated and deactivated? I turn it on and I have no idea how to use it. Then I can't stop it. I hard press all over. Tap it. Etc. I am struggling with it. Do you know if I have to tap the screen every time I lap the pool??? I like the device. I get alerts from my selected apps, I get the weather etc. But, I don't have a clue about how to use the swimming feature. Thank you.
Some that bought the Amazfit Band 5 on Amazon, said that this new Amazfit Band 5 is the same but rebranded Xiaomi mi Band 5, and that all accessories and bands made for the Xiaomi Band 5 will perfectly fit the New Amazfit Band 5! So, I would like to know if this information is true or not? Because, since there are not official bands made by Amazfit (Huami) for this watch yet, I am thinking buying some Bands made for the Xiaomi Band 5, that as I said before, they should fit the Amazfit Band 5 also...
Yeah, if there are no bands for this and the size is different then perhaps a miband 5 or even 4 with a greater amount of watch faces and a better battery life is a better choice for now, hard to decide.
Hi! Thank you for the review! One question, since I don't plan on using Alexa, can one turn her off and set a side-swipe shortcut instead for, say, music, the timer, or the world clock, like on the Mi Band 5?
I've owned both the apple watch and galaxy watch. But ended up with a Mi Band 4 on my last trip to Thailand. I love it, 22 days of battery life, text messages, fb messages, audio control, water resistant, sleep tracker and the list goes on. I do have NFC, but it only works in china(Ali Pay). Not sure if this is patchable via software or not.
Purchased the Amazfit Band 5 from the link and am generally very pleased with it. I compared the SPO2 reading from the band to the reading provided by my stand-alone SPO2 device. The two readings were almost identical (95%). The only fly in the ointment is that although I have managed to link the Zepp app to my Alexa account, the Band reports that it cannot control my smart devices that are linked to my Alexa account. I have been investigating this with the Amazfit support desk and have just been informed that the Band cannot control Smart Devices linked to the Alexa account. Very confusing. :(
@@StusReviewsUK Set up an Alexa routine that switched on two of my lights with a test phrase. This test phrase/routine works fine when used via the Alexa app but not when triggered from the band. Band says 'Hmm, I'm not sure'. Interestingly since the recent app and firmware update, the Alexa account page in the Zepp app does not mention anything about controlling lights etc. Band firmware version 1.0.1.26, Zepp app Version 5.3.1. Perhaps, they have pulled this feature. Does it still work on your band?
Interesting. But controlling Alexa's devices isn't very important. That's why you have a phone after all. If I could do EVERYTHING on my watch then why would I need a phone? 😅
Since many that have bought the new Amazfit Band 5 on Amazon/US has said that it's the same Xiaomi band 5 (but rebranded)... And that therefore all accessories made for Xiaomi Band 5 should also fit this new Amazfit Band 5... I would like to know if these bands made for the Xiaomi Band 5, will also fit the Amazfit Band 5??
I bought several in different styles not knowing of the size difference. All the rubbery ones fit great, including my preferred type with the velcro straps. I also bought 3 straps with metal surrounds - I managed to get the Amazfit into one of them, but it took too much force and was unwise. It was ridiculously difficult to remove and left a mark on the side. So, rubber yes! Everything else no!
Can you control music during a workout or while a timer is running. I couldn't do that on the Mi Band 5 so I ended up returning it. Also, can you review the new Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 please? Thank you!
NFC payments are always a finicky subject and I assume that the amount of effort necessary to implement it in each country with their own sets of regulations, dozens of banks and so on makes it cost prohibitive. For example, while I use Google Pay in Ireland it is not supported on Wear OS devices, only on Android phones. My bank, one of the biggest in the country supports only Google Pay and Apple Pay. There's another bank that I'm considering switching to that also supports Fitbit Pay, Garmin Pay and (Sony) Wena Pay. Samsung Pay is not offered in Ireland at all. It's all a bit of a mess.
I wonder why they didn't include a blood pressure monitor. I find that useful in watches half this price and it's surprising accurate compared to measurements that GPs and hospitals have taken. For that reason I'll pass and pin some hope on the Amazfit Band 6 - whenever that will be. Hopefully it will include a speaker as well as a blood pressure monitor. Good review, Stu, both informative and entertaining. Thank you.
Great review, thanks! One quick question - is the charging mechanism the same as the Mi Band 5 (i.e. magnetic clip-on, without having to remove from band)?
Hello, may i know, if i want a map tracked by gps while using amazfit band 5, do i need to connect bluetooth with my iphone while running? Or i just run with my watch on and phone on my arm without connecting the bluetooth?
This band has a big issue. During my sleep the screen lights up without any intencional touch of screen. Does exist any configuration to lock the screen during night?
Hi Stu - does this show the date in the UK standard format (dd/mm)? I have other amazfit devices and it's all American date format (mm/dd) which irritates the bejesus out of me).
Haha! I know what you mean - it depends on the watch face im guessing! Ive had a scan through just now, and a lot of them dont have the date on the face itself, but there are definitely a few.... in american format 😂
Since the pebble has a silicone band around it and the whole thing is rather thin, I'm wondering if this plays nice on your wrist with a mechanical watch on the same side? Would any hard parts come in contact, is it fine sitting further up your wrist?
This is very good value, I realised today that with Apple Watch OS 7 Apple have actually disabled the Force Touch / 3D Touch on every Apple watch it's installed on!! They have forcefully disabled a hardware feature that I and millions of others paid for! And have replaced it with long press.. It's a shame this tracker doesn't have an ECG sensor on it.
Is there any data to suggest that having a device on your wrist all day and night that is sending signals into you could be bad? I like the idea of these watches but i dont know about wearing one all the time
How do I get Alexa to show me my shopping list on the band? When I swipe right and say "Alexa show my my shopping list" It puts up the text "Here's your shopping list:" and then the rest of the screen is blank blackness???
Ordered on Sunday, received today. Won’t be using “she who should not be named” (as your partner in crime would say) because I’m deep in the Apple ecosystem, but that wasn’t why I bought it. Thanks for the tip - love your enthusiasm!
Question. Can I use the built in Alexa to control the music on my phone playing with the amazon music app while I'm at work or working out? I listen to music or podcasts all day at work and if I didnt have to pull my phone out of my pocket to find new music it would justify the purchase.
Having owned many HR monitor watches over the last 20 years, I decided to not upgrade to another Apple watch (due to its poor battery life) and instead go for the Mi Band 5 due to its amazing battery life and 24hr HR monitoring capability - important for my op recovery. In the process of trying to find tips and tricks for it on YT, I came across your channel. Where I discovered I should have bought the Amazfit Band 5 instead - as both are made by the same company - and the Amazfit has SpO2 and Alexa support. 🤦🏻♂️ But I have since bought the Amazfit Band 5 for my brother. Although I am pleased with my MiB5, it has some major app flaws. With the Amazfit Band 6 rumoured to be coming out this summer - do you know: a) when it is likely to be available in UK? b) whether it will be upgraded to allow continuous SpO2 monitoring? (like the Honor Band 6 now is) c) any other expected new features? Many thanks
Hi, I have Amazfit Band 5. It register If I do Yoga, but somehow it does not register if i walk. If I am using band, i go to workout click on walking and start .. after count of 3 it will start. but somehow after 5 , 15, 20, 30 minutes when i stop, It had counted minutes, steps, on display, but when i stop it, it says distance too short to register.. .. same from Phone i go to my tools - walking - start - on count of 3 I can see display on my band but it does not register on band it will show minutes and steps. I do not see anything on Phone under pace . Please show me how to make this work
Is there anyway to get the spo2 sensor to take readings periodically. I am interested in the readings during sleep. Low oxygen readings during sleep indicates the possibility of sleep apnea.
For the amazit,.... If I have a timer on, and I switch app for example to see my heart rate, is the timer still on in the background? And can I set the timer in seconds? (Sometimes I like to rest 1-2min and 30 seconds while working out). I don’t want to use Alexa while working out
Just received the amazfit because it was supposed to give O2 and updated it but it hasn’t shown sp02 yet! Arrrrrgh! It does messages and heart rate! It’s at 16% charge. Hoping it will be better after charge!
So I've watched both reviews of the GTS and the Band 5, I like them both! Which would you buy or just buy both? I can't decide. If I buy both can they both be linked to Zepp so I can wear a different ones on different days?
Very nice video! Congrats! Would love to have also your impressions on the activity tracking performance, since this should be the main function of the band! Sadly, after using it over the last 2 weeks, I have concluded that the heart rate monitoring as some serious limitations once you turn on the heat, specially while cycling.
This is on sale today (Monday 11/29/21) on Amazon for only $21 and change for Cyber Monday. I already have the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 which is better in my opinion. That said I may purchase this one today from Amazon due to the savings.
Thank you for your review! I live in Sweden, bought the Amazfit Band 5 yesterday. Even though I love it already I am disappointed about the fact that Alexa doesn’t seem to work here in Sweden. Huge bummer! I wonder if there’s a way to contact the company and ask them about future plans of activating this feature. I cannot find any way to contact customer service. I’d appreciate your answer. Regards Michaela
Michaela: Har du fått alexa att fungera? Jag har amazon echo dot 3 (international version) som fungerar i Sverige, så jag trodde att det skulle fungera på amazfit band 5 som jag funderar på att köpa. Om du fått alexa att fungera (kanske du måste installera alexa på mobilförst?), rekommenderar du amazfit band 5?
I loved your review. Can I ask for some help? Im having difficult to choose between Mi Band 6 and Amazfit band 5. I like the newer UI and features of Mi 6 but I really like the idea of "smarter" band of Amazfit with Alexa. I do a lot of research, callings, adress search and stuff and think Alexa on Wrist can help me. Do you think this built in really worth it? I mean, is that usefull like I think or its not so decisive feature over Mi 6 benefits? Thank you!
@@DIAvs89 works really great, I bought a smart lamp and I can talk with the band to tuen the light red, blue, reduce power, etc. And when i doing diner I can chqnge the music talking to the band. It really works very well. No doubt amazfit band 5 with alexa is much bwtter than mi band 5. Besides that I used the O2 meter trhought covid pandemic and helped a lot. Go for Amazfit and you will be happy. Screen size of mi band worth nothing in a little band like these. Functionality is more important and amazfit does it great.
One question, isn't it possible to simply say the voice command "Alexa" to activate the virtual assistant? If the answer is no, could be tedious to swipe left every time? Thanks.
@@_Piers_ still I wish it was more convenient. It did't work very well to me and I would've sacrifice some battery life for extra features such as alexa listening 16/7 and always on display. Unfortunatelly I had to give it back.
Hi! Thanks for the review. Do you have any update on this band… since I got it keeps disconnecting Alexa with my phone, basically it’s useless… what you say here seems like it worked perfectly for you, do you know how to fix this issue… so many people on Reddit say they have the same problem… they just released an update recently but, the problem persists. Thanks in advance (I have IOS)
Now have my Amazfit Band 5. Lovely device. (I've had all the MiBands). But Alexa functionality isn't there. Swipe right produces an error and Amazon/Alexa is not in the list of accounts I can add. Zepp App and firmware both updated too. I'm wondering if they are still tweaking this service and its on/off a bit right now. We'll see what happens. But its a great band, totally worth £40.
Can I set an alarm with Alexa? I got a charge 5 for Christmas and it is a pig. Alam feature doesn't work, step counter off by 100%, health data questionable. So I tossed it in a drawer.
Strange! Worked fine for me controlling lights as you can see in the review! Try grouping lights and see if you can control a group if you haven’t already. If that’s not working- I’m not sure because I didn’t have that issue 🤔
I bought my amazfit 5 4 days ago and I'm in love with it! I had a Samsung gear s3 frontier before but it's sux compared to the amazfit 5! This "bracelet" is so lightweight and comfortable compared so the gear s3. And it has more functions in the app! S3 is 7 times more expensive!
@@MrDayday4641 no I don't think so. It's a easy firm of activity bracelet. I personally don't track runs and walks. I just want the sleep tracking and heart rate. So for me it's perfect 😍
@@_sinkorswim_3927 thank you! I'm trying to do some research on these, but you'd be surprised about how many product descriptions fail to list all of the features (even in a specs list).
@@MrDayday4641 it's not easy to find info about these. Their is a xiaomi MI band 5 also. It the same thing but cheeper. And best thing then have the same bracelet. I bought from shein several colors they fit. I bought for Miband 5. It's just some 0.1 mm difference. The silicone fits but not if in hard plastic. You need to stretch the silicone a bit to fit, but it's perfect! You can ask me more if you want, I'll try to answer your questions :)
@@_sinkorswim_3927 Thank you so much! I'm used to running on a treadmill. I put my phone on the treadmill and connect with bluetooth headphones and go. I have my music right there, and I can easily change it if need be. I also have my distance and pace information. What I'm trying to do is mimic that situation for outdoor running. I haven't seen onboard music and gps in fitness bands, so I was starting to look at smart watches for running. They're so expensive though, I'm starting to think a fitness band plus a small clip-on mp3 player with bluetooth might be the way (I think I could get both for under $200). Any thoughts?
I want to know it as well, because I read somewhere that Amazfit Band 5 only works with Zeep. I bought one and after that I realize that Amazfit also has a smart scale but it's not avaiable in Brazil yet.
As I try connect Zepp with the same gmail account of Mi fit, I find it link the past data (with easier way to read) and the Mi scale also auto linked. Plz try on and share your experience ☺️
⚠️ *READ ME* - slip of the tongue and I said 11.9kg instead of g. Like if you noticed. 💚
Or... is it actually 11.9kg and I’m just hench💪
It’s heavy?!? LOL
C W it’s like wearing 12 bags of sugar on your wrist. 💪
That's why it's THE fitness tracker you need. Lifting it to check the time, BIM! Muscle build.
You just need to be sure you switch arms at lunch or you will look very funny after a month, Strong-One-Arm-Stu :D
11kg! Weighs more than my Denon amp! 🤣😂🤣😂
Inoticed and wanted to inform you but you already have this comment here :)
12 kilograms? That's heavy. 😀
Did I say KG 😂 I meant G 😂
@@StusReviewsUK hahaha. Nice review as always Stu.
I thought that! Christ that would get tiring!
@@Wilko101 ikr lmao
It's a fitness band, it's designed to give you muscular wrists.
I bought one of these last week. It can do aaaaall these amaaaaaazing things. But the one thing you can't do is read the screen outdoors in daylight. Fat lot of good that is when you're out exercising and want to keep your heart rate within a specific range. Grumble, grumble, huge eye roll.
Wow! You must have some arm muscles wearing 12 kilos daily! And in that tiny package too? does it have some sort of mega density metal from outer space in it?
Bro I’m hench. 😂🤦♂️
He eats 12kg for breakfast
I like your style, personality and content itself, I enjoy it sir and you earned a new subscriber!
Just ordered off the back of your review. I've owned every MiBand version even the one without a screen, but the lack of blood oxygen in the MiBand 5 made me wait, glad I did now.
Does the silicon band from the Mi band 5 fit the Amazfit , or the tiny differences in dimensions get in the way ? thanks !!
@@Karim.R1 Yes it does, I have tried this.
I found that the actual band for the Amazfit is larger than the Mi Band 5 (or there is a hole close to the watch face). For most this is not an issue, but my wrist is 5.5 inches. I was going to switch it with the Mi Band 5 strap; this is possible, but you have to force it in. I did not want to force it and may go back to the Mi Band due to sizing issues. I figured I would comment on the band as folks kept asking about the ability to interchange straps.
Some great info there, thanks Melina!
I've been looking for fitness trackers and came across your channel. Not only have you told me all I need to know but you're a rather funny man too. Definitely subscribing - and also the Amazfit Band 5 is currently £19 on Amazon UK!
great informative video, the way you talk about products is giving me top gear vibes in the best way!!
Cheers Bethany! A lot of people mention the top gear vibes! 😂
@@StusReviewsUK do you have to use the heart rate monitor for your workouts? My fitbit wouldn't give me a calories burned because you had to have the hr monitor on.
The edit on this is so funny! Thanks for the quality content
6:25 you didnt blur out the word alexa bahahaha lol I love ur vids
thanks for the review, I just bought mine right after watching it :p
I read the early announcments about the Mi Band 5 that said it was going to have SpO2 and a few other things.
One of the things they said was that it had improved sleep tracking and importantly could track more than one sleep per day, I have chronic fatigue and that would be really helpful.
After finding out the Amazfit Band rather than the Mi had SpO2 I decided to buy that, as I thought it would be useful to see if I was perhaps having breathing issues while asleep.
I've been pretty disappointed as the sleep tracking has been less acurate than the Mi Band 4 and Zepp refuses to acknowledge when I've slept twice or more in a day.
Often I'll see the red LED flashing away, but I can't find a graph for the results in Zepp.
Also, Zepp is such a rubbish name!
Happy New year's Stu I was looking at this watch on Amazon and then I decided to go to RUclips and hear you are doing a full review on this watch I think you have the greatest platform thank you so much for sharing this video you make me convinced that this watches going to be very good I subscribe to your channel
Thats why im here. Lets see
Just bought a pair for my parents for tracking vitals and with a 20% amazon coupon it's an awesome buy.
Hi where you got the 20 percent coupon?
Thanks.
@@mikeautostudent5562 it was on the amazon product page, I just clicked the 20% off box. I do believe I bought it sometime in March.
Hi, can you recommend / do you know of a smart band that takes continuous heart rate reading and that give you a buzz or alerts you at predeterminate times? Something perhaps that you can program the alarm yourself to alert you when the heart rate rises above a certain threshold? Thanks!!!
Can you tell me how the swimming feature is supposed to be activated and deactivated? I turn it on and I have no idea how to use it. Then I can't stop it. I hard press all over. Tap it. Etc. I am struggling with it. Do you know if I have to tap the screen every time I lap the pool??? I like the device. I get alerts from my selected apps, I get the weather etc. But, I don't have a clue about how to use the swimming feature. Thank you.
If I were to buy the Amazfit band 5 but want to change straps using Mi band 5 straps, do you think it would fit?
It perfectly fits.
Some that bought the Amazfit Band 5 on Amazon, said that this new Amazfit Band 5 is the same but rebranded Xiaomi mi Band 5, and that all accessories and bands made for the Xiaomi Band 5 will perfectly fit the New Amazfit Band 5!
So, I would like to know if this information is true or not?
Because, since there are not official bands made by Amazfit (Huami) for this watch yet, I am thinking buying some Bands made for the Xiaomi Band 5, that as I said before, they should fit the Amazfit Band 5 also...
I also want to know if the straps will fit the amazfit band 5. 🥺
Yeah, if there are no bands for this and the size is different then perhaps a miband 5 or even 4 with a greater amount of watch faces and a better battery life is a better choice for now, hard to decide.
Hi! Thank you for the review! One question, since I don't plan on using Alexa, can one turn her off and set a side-swipe shortcut instead for, say, music, the timer, or the world clock, like on the Mi Band 5?
I have a Fitbit Charge 2, was looking to upgrade and might get this instead of the Charge 4, especially at a $120 less.
I've owned both the apple watch and galaxy watch. But ended up with a Mi Band 4 on my last trip to Thailand. I love it, 22 days of battery life, text messages, fb messages, audio control, water resistant, sleep tracker and the list goes on. I do have NFC, but it only works in china(Ali Pay). Not sure if this is patchable via software or not.
hey, should i consider buying it in 2022? any better alternative?
Purchased the Amazfit Band 5 from the link and am generally very pleased with it. I compared the SPO2 reading from the band to the reading provided by my stand-alone SPO2 device. The two readings were almost identical (95%). The only fly in the ointment is that although I have managed to link the Zepp app to my Alexa account, the Band reports that it cannot control my smart devices that are linked to my Alexa account. I have been investigating this with the Amazfit support desk and have just been informed that the Band cannot control Smart Devices linked to the Alexa account. Very confusing. :(
Have you tried grouping devices under a routine? Give that a go and see if it works 👍
@@StusReviewsUK Set up an Alexa routine that switched on two of my lights with a test phrase. This test phrase/routine works fine when used via the Alexa app but not when triggered from the band. Band says 'Hmm, I'm not sure'. Interestingly since the recent app and firmware update, the Alexa account page in the Zepp app does not mention anything about controlling lights etc. Band firmware version 1.0.1.26, Zepp app Version 5.3.1. Perhaps, they have pulled this feature. Does it still work on your band?
Interesting. But controlling Alexa's devices isn't very important. That's why you have a phone after all. If I could do EVERYTHING on my watch then why would I need a phone? 😅
Super agree with you on the nfc being missing. I’m lazy so I want a long battery smart band with nfc payments.
We can dream right!!
@@StusReviewsUK we're getting there though I think. Spo2 support on the cheap bands is a good start I think
Yeah 100%! And Alexa support as well!
Do Mi Band 5 CN NFC works in Europe if imported?
@@A..42 no
Since many that have bought the new Amazfit Band 5 on Amazon/US has said that it's the same Xiaomi band 5 (but rebranded)... And that therefore all accessories made for Xiaomi Band 5 should also fit this new Amazfit Band 5...
I would like to know if these bands made for the Xiaomi Band 5, will also fit the Amazfit Band 5??
I bought several in different styles not knowing of the size difference. All the rubbery ones fit great, including my preferred type with the velcro straps.
I also bought 3 straps with metal surrounds - I managed to get the Amazfit into one of them, but it took too much force and was unwise. It was ridiculously difficult to remove and left a mark on the side.
So, rubber yes!
Everything else no!
Can you turn of the vibrations, especially when using Alexa? I can't use a tracer that vibrates. Thank you.
Can you control music during a workout or while a timer is running. I couldn't do that on the Mi Band 5 so I ended up returning it.
Also, can you review the new Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 please?
Thank you!
Unfortunately you cant on this one either 😢 I think we've found another *Feature request*!
I find that so annoying, when I'm walking I can't acces my menu. It's the same when a timer is on or a stopwatch. Super annoying
it said music control on amazon??
Just stumbled upon your channel looking for a review of this watch. Turns out I love your actual reviews! Awesome stuff man!
Thanks for the review! Very detailed and helpful! Wonder if anyone’s ever mentioned to you that you sound like Jeremy Clarkson?
I have the mi band 5 now, and the moment amazfit releases a band 6 with NFC support in Europe, I'm buying it.
Can you help me understand how NFC is useful and necessary?
I believe touch less payment systems are the most popular use for this feature.
Payment systems, smart locks, business cards, custom phone triggers... just some of the few
NFC payments are always a finicky subject and I assume that the amount of effort necessary to implement it in each country with their own sets of regulations, dozens of banks and so on makes it cost prohibitive. For example, while I use Google Pay in Ireland it is not supported on Wear OS devices, only on Android phones. My bank, one of the biggest in the country supports only Google Pay and Apple Pay. There's another bank that I'm considering switching to that also supports Fitbit Pay, Garmin Pay and (Sony) Wena Pay. Samsung Pay is not offered in Ireland at all. It's all a bit of a mess.
Hi just subbed ; I was just researching this tracker and it’s only 19.99 on argos I am seriously considering buying it . Really good review .
I wonder why they didn't include a blood pressure monitor. I find that useful in watches half this price and it's surprising accurate compared to measurements that GPs and hospitals have taken. For that reason I'll pass and pin some hope on the Amazfit Band 6 - whenever that will be. Hopefully it will include a speaker as well as a blood pressure monitor.
Good review, Stu, both informative and entertaining. Thank you.
Gary_F which watch has BP would you recommend?
Great review, thanks! One quick question - is the charging mechanism the same as the Mi Band 5 (i.e. magnetic clip-on, without having to remove from band)?
Yes!
Randomly came across your channel looking at Band 5 reviews - and guess I gotta subscribe now! Thanks for the in depth video.
Hey Stu, what all options do you see when you get a call notification at 7:55 in the video? Do we get an option to pick-up/answer the call?
are mi band 5's strapp also compatible with this amazfit band 5?
Hello, may i know, if i want a map tracked by gps while using amazfit band 5, do i need to connect bluetooth with my iphone while running? Or i just run with my watch on and phone on my arm without connecting the bluetooth?
Thanks for the handy review. Its on offer and my daughter has just spent her voucher on it. She wasn't sure but was sold on it after your review.
Can you use Alexa to turn on interval timers built into the watch?
What is this polo? Where can I buy that
That sudden heart rate spike when youre sleeping may be sleep apnea
This band has a big issue. During my sleep the screen lights up without any intencional touch of screen. Does exist any configuration to lock the screen during night?
Can you answer sms o whastapp with alexa? band 5 straps go on this one from amzfit?
Hi Stu - does this show the date in the UK standard format (dd/mm)? I have other amazfit devices and it's all American date format (mm/dd) which irritates the bejesus out of me).
Haha! I know what you mean - it depends on the watch face im guessing! Ive had a scan through just now, and a lot of them dont have the date on the face itself, but there are definitely a few.... in american format 😂
Since the pebble has a silicone band around it and the whole thing is rather thin, I'm wondering if this plays nice on your wrist with a mechanical watch on the same side? Would any hard parts come in contact, is it fine sitting further up your wrist?
I have actually tried this before, it’s not too bad, although you get some comments 😂
This is very good value, I realised today that with Apple Watch OS 7 Apple have actually disabled the Force Touch / 3D Touch on every Apple watch it's installed on!! They have forcefully disabled a hardware feature that I and millions of others paid for! And have replaced it with long press.. It's a shame this tracker doesn't have an ECG sensor on it.
Where's the unboxing of September/October and the review of the automatic vacuum?
Little behind this month! Unboxing filmed and dropping in the next day or two 👍👍
Is there any data to suggest that having a device on your wrist all day and night that is sending signals into you could be bad?
I like the idea of these watches but i dont know about wearing one all the time
Just bought my Amazfit 5 on prime day. Will the band update as new features are released or no? Thanks!
Stu, do you think that given the minimal differences in size that the MiBand 5 straps fit?
I would imagine, silicon is stretchy so shouldn’t matter too much, but cant say with 100% certainty!
How do I get Alexa to show me my shopping list on the band? When I swipe right and say "Alexa show my my shopping list" It puts up the text "Here's your shopping list:" and then the rest of the screen is blank blackness???
It's $30 USD now at WalMart. I got mine a couple of days ago to replace my old Fitbit. I love this thing. Who needs the Fit....whatever that thing is.
Is the Sp02 tracking continuous/automatic?
Sadly no, it’s on demand
Ordered on Sunday, received today. Won’t be using “she who should not be named” (as your partner in crime would say) because I’m deep in the Apple ecosystem, but that wasn’t why I bought it. Thanks for the tip - love your enthusiasm!
Question. Can I use the built in Alexa to control the music on my phone playing with the amazon music app while I'm at work or working out? I listen to music or podcasts all day at work and if I didnt have to pull my phone out of my pocket to find new music it would justify the purchase.
I did a ten minute timer. I can't see anything else on the band such as the current time while the timer is on?
Having owned many HR monitor watches over the last 20 years, I decided to not upgrade to another Apple watch (due to its poor battery life) and instead go for the Mi Band 5 due to its amazing battery life and 24hr HR monitoring capability - important for my op recovery.
In the process of trying to find tips and tricks for it on YT, I came across your channel. Where I discovered I should have bought the Amazfit Band 5 instead - as both are made by the same company - and the Amazfit has SpO2 and Alexa support. 🤦🏻♂️
But I have since bought the Amazfit Band 5 for my brother.
Although I am pleased with my MiB5, it has some major app flaws.
With the Amazfit Band 6 rumoured to be coming out this summer - do you know:
a) when it is likely to be available in UK?
b) whether it will be upgraded to allow continuous SpO2 monitoring? (like the Honor Band 6 now is)
c) any other expected new features?
Many thanks
Plz tell me where can I buy it in India, I tried everything but I can't get it 😭😭😭
Well.. that makes two of us
It’s great you can get notifications, I have HUAWEI Band 5 that had notifications from iPhone then it just stopped.
Hi, I have Amazfit Band 5. It register If I do Yoga, but somehow it does not register if i walk. If I am using band, i go to workout click on walking and start .. after count of 3 it will start. but somehow after 5 , 15, 20, 30 minutes when i stop, It had counted minutes, steps, on display, but when i stop it, it says distance too short to register.. .. same from Phone i go to my tools - walking - start - on count of 3 I can see display on my band but it does not register on band it will show minutes and steps. I do not see anything on Phone under pace . Please show me how to make this work
Is there anyway to get the spo2 sensor to take readings periodically. I am interested in the readings during sleep. Low oxygen readings during sleep indicates the possibility of sleep apnea.
Ok can you upload a video on how to customise amazefit band 5 watch faces please
Do you know what the icons above the time mean? Especially the lightning bolt
For the amazit,.... If I have a timer on, and I switch app for example to see my heart rate, is the timer still on in the background? And can I set the timer in seconds? (Sometimes I like to rest 1-2min and 30 seconds while working out). I don’t want to use Alexa while working out
How is it compared to the Fit bit Inspire 2 ?
Just received the amazfit because it was supposed to give O2 and updated it but it hasn’t shown sp02 yet! Arrrrrgh! It does messages and heart rate! It’s at 16% charge. Hoping it will be better after charge!
Can you mix it with other Amazfit products (like the Zenbuds) and get a more accurate sleep tracking?
(heart rate from band and position from buds)
So I've watched both reviews of the GTS and the Band 5, I like them both! Which would you buy or just buy both? I can't decide. If I buy both can they both be linked to Zepp so I can wear a different ones on different days?
Yes nadine, the zepp app supports multiple watches synced to it! Ill be covering this in January! 👍
Very nice video! Congrats!
Would love to have also your impressions on the activity tracking performance, since this should be the main function of the band! Sadly, after using it over the last 2 weeks, I have concluded that the heart rate monitoring as some serious limitations once you turn on the heat, specially while cycling.
Does the hr go 24/7? Like a fitbit. Or does it randomly turn on and off?
Brilliant video, keep it up 👍
Hi, can you help me in clarifying how many workouts does the band recognize automatically. Is it 2 workouts or 6 Workouts
This is on sale today (Monday 11/29/21) on Amazon for only $21 and change for Cyber Monday. I already have the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 which is better in my opinion. That said I may purchase this one today from Amazon due to the savings.
Why do you think it's better?
Is the heart rate overlay in a sleep monitoring still available in new updated version of ZEPP? I can't find it there..can anyone help? Thanks.
is there any smart alarm feature? and if yes, does it really work? thank you!
Do you have to connect to the app? Can you still track heart rate even if it's not connected to the app?
I may have to buy this. I like a wider watch, but the features are good
The Alexa is killer!
Thank you for your review! I live in Sweden, bought the Amazfit Band 5 yesterday. Even though I love it already I am disappointed about the fact that Alexa doesn’t seem to work here in Sweden. Huge bummer! I wonder if there’s a way to contact the company and ask them about future plans of activating this feature. I cannot find any way to contact customer service. I’d appreciate your answer. Regards Michaela
Michaela: Har du fått alexa att fungera? Jag har amazon echo dot 3 (international version) som fungerar i Sverige, så jag trodde att det skulle fungera på amazfit band 5 som jag funderar på att köpa. Om du fått alexa att fungera (kanske du måste installera alexa på mobilförst?), rekommenderar du amazfit band 5?
Any update on how the watch has performed?
I loved your review. Can I ask for some help? Im having difficult to choose between Mi Band 6 and Amazfit band 5. I like the newer UI and features of Mi 6 but I really like the idea of "smarter" band of Amazfit with Alexa. I do a lot of research, callings, adress search and stuff and think Alexa on Wrist can help me. Do you think this built in really worth it? I mean, is that usefull like I think or its not so decisive feature over Mi 6 benefits? Thank you!
did you ever decide?
@@ishowspeed2660 yes, amazfit band 5! I love it
I have the same doubt! I like the mi 6 display more, but the amazfit has Alexa functionality. So how well does Alexa work?
@@DIAvs89 works really great, I bought a smart lamp and I can talk with the band to tuen the light red, blue, reduce power, etc. And when i doing diner I can chqnge the music talking to the band. It really works very well. No doubt amazfit band 5 with alexa is much bwtter than mi band 5. Besides that I used the O2 meter trhought covid pandemic and helped a lot. Go for Amazfit and you will be happy. Screen size of mi band worth nothing in a little band like these. Functionality is more important and amazfit does it great.
@@whatever_else Yeah, of course it's better than the mi band 5, I was talking about mi band 6. But thank you for the info 😍 they were really helpful!
How to install custom watchfaces, since it only pairs through Zepp (previously Amazfit) app and not Mi Fit app?
Just search for apps in the Playstore. Search terms like: mi band 5 watchface app
One question, isn't it possible to simply say the voice command "Alexa" to activate the virtual assistant?
If the answer is no, could be tedious to swipe left every time?
Thanks.
You have to swipe, I assume its to save battery with Alexa not having to listen all the time.
@@_Piers_ still I wish it was more convenient. It did't work very well to me and I would've sacrifice some battery life for extra features such as alexa listening 16/7 and always on display. Unfortunatelly I had to give it back.
are the calories accurate? And is there an app that allows u to put in your height and weight and track progress ?
6:24 you didn't censor alexa here :(
Does it automatically track exercise with GPS of does the need to be manually started?
Hi! Thanks for the review. Do you have any update on this band… since I got it keeps disconnecting Alexa with my phone, basically it’s useless… what you say here seems like it worked perfectly for you, do you know how to fix this issue… so many people on Reddit say they have the same problem… they just released an update recently but, the problem persists. Thanks in advance (I have IOS)
How is the step counter compared to other bands like Honor amf Xiaomi bands ?
Will MI Band 5 CN NFC work in Europe if imported?
Can Amazfit 5 track O2 during sleep for 8h like MI Band ?
The battery not good with me, it's work 2 days only!
Can i solve this problem?
Hey! Do you know if you can voice activate Alexa through the Amazfit Band 5?? Lovely review by the way, I bought it a few days ago :)
Now have my Amazfit Band 5. Lovely device. (I've had all the MiBands). But Alexa functionality isn't there. Swipe right produces an error and Amazon/Alexa is not in the list of accounts I can add. Zepp App and firmware both updated too. I'm wondering if they are still tweaking this service and its on/off a bit right now. We'll see what happens. But its a great band, totally worth £40.
Strange! What region are you in?
@@StusReviewsUK Oxfordshire, UK!
Oh yeah! Mines gone as well! That’s happened in the past 24hrs! As you say... potentially an update on the way.
Can you measure the blood pressure by it ?
Can this device work simultaneously along with a regular smart watch?
Can you change the font to larger on the Amazfit Band 5?
Can I set an alarm with Alexa? I got a charge 5 for Christmas and it is a pig. Alam feature doesn't work, step counter off by 100%, health data questionable. So I tossed it in a drawer.
I'm having a problem, connected to alexa and it answers questions and weather etc.. But cannot control smart thermometer, lights and echos. Any ideas?
Strange! Worked fine for me controlling lights as you can see in the review! Try grouping lights and see if you can control a group if you haven’t already. If that’s not working- I’m not sure because I didn’t have that issue 🤔
@@StusReviewsUK did you get any of your echos to work? Thanks for the reply it's a frustrating one! 😜
I bought my amazfit 5 4 days ago and I'm in love with it! I had a Samsung gear s3 frontier before but it's sux compared to the amazfit 5! This "bracelet" is so lightweight and comfortable compared so the gear s3. And it has more functions in the app! S3 is 7 times more expensive!
Does it have GPS independent of your phone? Like to track distance and pace on a run without having to bring your phone?
@@MrDayday4641 no I don't think so. It's a easy firm of activity bracelet. I personally don't track runs and walks. I just want the sleep tracking and heart rate. So for me it's perfect 😍
@@_sinkorswim_3927 thank you! I'm trying to do some research on these, but you'd be surprised about how many product descriptions fail to list all of the features (even in a specs list).
@@MrDayday4641 it's not easy to find info about these. Their is a xiaomi MI band 5 also. It the same thing but cheeper. And best thing then have the same bracelet. I bought from shein several colors they fit. I bought for Miband 5. It's just some 0.1 mm difference. The silicone fits but not if in hard plastic. You need to stretch the silicone a bit to fit, but it's perfect! You can ask me more if you want, I'll try to answer your questions :)
@@_sinkorswim_3927 Thank you so much! I'm used to running on a treadmill. I put my phone on the treadmill and connect with bluetooth headphones and go. I have my music right there, and I can easily change it if need be. I also have my distance and pace information. What I'm trying to do is mimic that situation for outdoor running. I haven't seen onboard music and gps in fitness bands, so I was starting to look at smart watches for running. They're so expensive though, I'm starting to think a fitness band plus a small clip-on mp3 player with bluetooth might be the way (I think I could get both for under $200). Any thoughts?
Excellent review! Is it possible to turn off the Amazfit Band 5? I cannot seem to find anywhere? I can only see reboot, unpair?
none of xiaomi's bands can be turned off...
Can you connect the amazefit to the mi app? I bought the BMI scale so want to have it linked to the mi scale haha
I want to know it as well, because I read somewhere that Amazfit Band 5 only works with Zeep. I bought one and after that I realize that Amazfit also has a smart scale but it's not avaiable in Brazil yet.
As I try connect Zepp with the same gmail account of Mi fit, I find it link the past data (with easier way to read) and the Mi scale also auto linked. Plz try on and share your experience ☺️