Comprehensive Review of the Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro-News-SeeMyPhone-Search for smartphones and cell phones

Introduction and Unboxing

The Huawei Watch Fit series has gained significant acclaim for its compact design, vibrant rectangular display, robust health and fitness tracking features, and impressive battery longevity—all at a budget-friendly price. This appeal often leads consumers to choose the Watch Fit series over competitors like the Apple Watch or Wear OS devices, due to the latter's often inferior battery performance.

As the range has progressed, it has shifted toward a more premium aesthetic. This shift began last year with the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro, the first Pro variant in the collection, which drew comparisons to the Apple Watch Ultra while being considerably more affordable and providing nearly a week's worth of battery life. The latest model, the Watch Fit 5 Pro, further refines these offerings, enhancing the overall experience.

For those considering more affordable options, a standard version, the Huawei Watch Fit 5, is also available. It retains many features of the Pro version but lacks some premium materials and has a smaller screen.

This new iteration features a slightly larger display (1.92" versus 1.82"), complemented by a 2.5D curved sapphire glass rather than a flat surface, enhancing its elegance. The brightness remains stellar at 3,000 nits, and the device employs an LTPO panel, allowing it to adjust its refresh rate between 1Hz to 60Hz to conserve energy.

Another significant upgrade is the battery capacity, which has increased by 15%, leading to better endurance. Additionally, the smartwatch now supports NFC payments through the Curve app—an exciting new function for users.

Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro (left) vs Watch Fit 5 Pro

The design's core structure remains relatively unchanged, but the cosmetic upgrades—including interchangeable bands across models—encourage consumer upgrades.

Launched this month, the Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro retails for €300/£250. Huawei typically provides attractive bundles and discounts, so it’s worth checking for deals. In Malaysia, an incentive package includes an extended one-year warranty, a three-month trial of Huawei Health+, a one-month Huawei Watch Face Membership, and a complimentary pair of Huawei Freebuds SE 2.

The new smartwatch comes with the same universal 20W wireless charging puck as its predecessor, eliminating the hassle of matching pins. However, it still uses a USB-A connection, a slight setback in a world increasingly shifting towards USB-C.

Design and Display

The Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro's design retains the overall shape of its predecessor while enhancing its elegance. The curved edges of the front glass bring sophistication, softening the previous iteration’s sporty aesthetic.

The orange variant features a matching breathable fabric band, complete with a silicone coating for water and oil resistance, while the white model boasts a white fluoroelastomer strap and micro-Arc Oxide-treated casing for added durability. The black variant features subtle accents and a black fluoroelastomer band.

With an impressive brightness level of 3,000 nits and a size increase to 1.92", the display of the Watch Fit 5 Pro is not only visually pleasing but functional in outdoor settings

The aluminum case has a matte finish and a titanium bezel surrounding the sapphire crystal. The button configuration includes a rotating crown and an adjacent quick-access button for workouts.

The Casing

The watch features a built-in microphone and speaker for call functionality, offering reasonable audio clarity.

Health and Fitness Monitoring

Powered by Huawei's HarmonyOS 6.1.0, the operating system integrates user-friendly and visually appealing UI components, enhancing the expansive information display, including time, date, steps, weather, and more. The Huawei Health app, which is required for additional functionality, must be obtained from Huawei's App Market as it is not available on the Play Store.

The user interface allows easy access to quick toggles and a grid-style app organization for seamless navigation. Users can customize the down button for quick access to selected functions.

NFC payments have been integrated via the Curve app, a welcomed feature for many users. Additionally, the watch now includes a remote shutter function for smartphone cameras.

HarmonyOS 6.1.0

The upgraded TruSense health monitoring system promises improved accuracy in heart rate and SpO2 measurement. New features include Atrial Fibrillation analysis alongside previously available ECG capabilities.

Sleep tracking benefits from advanced algorithms to provide insights into sleep architecture, and the addition of Nap Recap for daytime rest enthusiasts makes it even more appealing. Users have reported varied experiences in deep sleep analysis, contributing to a more realistic understanding of sleep patterns.

Sleep Tracking

The watch offers ECG functionality, measuring heartbeat irregularities, and evaluates arterial stiffness—features that approach near-medical standards while also ensuring users are encouraged to seek professional medical advice when needed.

Sinus Rhythm Check and A-fib Detection

The fitness tracking capabilities have notably improved, with new animated workouts and enhanced metrics for running and cycling. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the overhaul of over 17,000 golf courses and added swing analysis features.

Moreover, the Watch Fit 5 Pro offers swift dual-band GPS for superior accuracy, enhancing the overall tracking experience. Syncing with platforms like Strava and Komoot is also supported.

Sports Tracking

Battery Life and Charging

The upgrade also extends to battery performance, featuring a robust 471mAh battery that surpasses its predecessor's capacity. Users can expect a substantial battery life improvement, with typical usage translating to approximately 8 days of continuous use—significantly surpassing the previous model.

A full charge takes around 1 hour, showcasing efficient charging capabilities.

Final Thoughts

Huawei has faced the challenge of enhancing an already impressive product in the Watch Fit 4 Pro, and the results speak volumes. The Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro boasts remarkable battery endurance, a refined design, and an expanded display—all significant upgrades.

Additional features like improved health tracking and NFC payment functionality make it a standout option for potential buyers. While the entry price of €299 may not be considered low, it remains competitive against offerings from premium brands like Apple and Wear OS competitors, which often do not offer as much functionality for the price.

For those who currently own the Watch Fit 4 Pro, the transition to the 5 Pro presents meaningful benefits—enhanced battery life and an aesthetically pleasing display could be more than enough reasons to upgrade.