Amazfit Balance (GTR 5) Unboxing, Set Up, Feature Review & First Impressions!

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In this video, I show you my first look at the new Amazfit Balance smart watch. This could have been called the Amazfit GTR 5 because it is basically the successor of the Amazfit GTR 4. Amazift increased the price slightly but added a whole bunch of new high end features. Amazfit Balance still has great battery life and still delivers a great value!
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro/ unboxing.
01:30 Amazfit Balance design.
02:53 What sensors does the Amazfit Balance have?
03:10 Set up and pairing of the Amazfit Balance.
07:03 More detailed look and a review of the biggest features.
09:38 How to navigate your new watch.
11:36 Conclusion: stay tuned for my full review!
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@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

I have been using the Amazfit Balance for a few weeks and I love it! More videos about this watch are coming!

@hichamcasanova9400 7 ай бұрын

Been waiting for your review I bought the GTR4 and I love it but I wanna see what did I miss 😂

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

The GTR 4 is still a great buy. The Balance does add a few features but probably nothing you cant live without. The screen is bigger, you can measure body composition with it like a Samsung watch. Upgraded sensors and NFC with Zepp pay- but this is only available in a few countries. I want to use it for a few a little longer before I make my Full review video.

@sidneyrestauro 7 ай бұрын

GTR4, t rex 2 or cheetah in terms of value for money? 😅 Or balance if you can include it?

@simdencard 7 ай бұрын

@sidneyrestauro Balance is the best watch to go for, in my opinion. You'll get the updated more accurate heart rate sensor, the new readiness feature, body composition measurements and AI training coach with multi band GPS. The others have less features.

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

That might take some time, but quick answer. They are all between $199 and $229. I would pick the Balance. It has a couple of extra features that the other's don't for about the same price. Plus it has the biggest screen, 1.5 inches. Can't beat it for the price! Thanks for watching!

@ivasoomluap 7 ай бұрын

Great video; to the point w/ some subtle humor

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

That's nice to say! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

@en1183 7 ай бұрын

Great channel, thanks for the videos. Anyone have opinion and suggestion between the Cheetah and the Balance? Which one would you pick?!

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

I have a few videos on the Cheetah that might help. I also have a full review of the Amazfit Balance coming out soon. Check the Playlist below. kzfaq.info/sun/PLB4yGRv5f305Qef95NhY3-KWhqI3Cgm3T But if can't wait... the Cheetah round and Balance are the same price. They have a very similar feature set, but the Balance adds a few things, like the BAI, readiness score, and thermometer. The Balance also has a larger screen. I prefer the look of the Balance. If you couldn't tell, I would go with the Balance. Amazfit also makes the Cheetah Pro, which is more expensive but does have a larger screen and is made with gorilla glass vs tempered glass. Hope that helps! More Amazfit videos coming...

@MattBurkeUK 6 ай бұрын

Love the comment about the strap and wife knowing you've bought a new watch 😂. Definitely a dilemma.

@techgadgets100 6 ай бұрын

The other issue is the kids noticing the new watch and pointing it out while at dinner table...😬

@houmer69 10 күн бұрын

Great review:) just small q: dors it defect when you go to sleep in terms of some sleep mode set or some power saver sor sonething? Like ticwatch pro 5 e.g.?

@techgadgets100 10 күн бұрын

You can have sleep mode smart enabled- so the watch decides when your sleeping, works well. Or you could schedule it. But it is not really a battery saving mode because if you want a readiness score you will need to have HR on for every 1 or 5 minutes and then breathing quality measurement on. There is also a power saving mode that lasts about 45 days but disables almost all the features.

@houmer69 10 күн бұрын

@@techgadgets100 what's enabled in this power saver mode? Is it like on ticwatch 5? Some health tracking, steps and so on?

@johnmossjr1898 3 ай бұрын

I currently own the GTR 4 and was thinking about upgrading. Do you think the Balance is a Worthy upgrade or should I just stick with the GTR 4?

@techgadgets100 3 ай бұрын

Hmmm, I always want to upgrade but the GTR 4 is great. The balance gives you a lot more features, just a few are the body composition analysis, temp sensor, a bigger and brighter screen. So it's better, but unless the Balance has a specific feature you must have and you are happy with GTR4, I wouldn't upgrade. (I can't believe I'm saying that)

@NeoVdV 5 ай бұрын

Is the Cheetha Pro à step down from the Balance ? Software , hardware and function wise ? Because the Cheetha pro has a better metal bezel that is higher then the screen.

@techgadgets100 5 ай бұрын

I dont think it is a step down but there are a few differences. Most of the features and software are the same, but the Balance adds a few features. The Cheetah Pro is more durable with the Gorilla glass screen and the raised bezel. The Pro is more expensive.

@ultraprimez 7 ай бұрын

is it made out of pure aluminum alloy or just alluminum coating as any other cheap smartwatch ?

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

I believe the frame is made of aluminum, not coated plastic. Of course, i could probably be fooled... Amazfit says, ＂Aluminum alloy middle frame, Fiber-reinforced polymer bottom shell＂. I have several Amazfit watches, including some budget ones. I think Amazfit calls it like it is. They will tell you in the description if its plastic and don't try to hide it. This watch feels premium but very light.

@sudhirkumar-qu5kp 6 ай бұрын

Does this watch support external chest strap heart rate monitor via Bluetooth or ant+

@techgadgets100 6 ай бұрын

Only via Bluetooth.

@user-li6ns2lk3z 3 ай бұрын

returned gtr 3 pro yesterday cause its screen is so blurry. my 1st gen Gtr screen was sharper and better. does balance screen is as sharp as gtr if not better? i want a new back up for my galaxy watch 4 classic. the only thing i dont like about 4 classic is battery only last 2 to 3days and the 20mm band size too narrow and feminine. should i buy the balance for 200usd?

@techgadgets100 3 ай бұрын

So here are some facts that might help. Amazfit balance: 1.5 in AMOLED display, resolution 480 x 480, brightness 1500 nits. 22mm manly strap... Samsung watch 4 classic: 1.4 in AMOLED screen, resolution 450 x 450, brightness 1000 nits. Samsung watch 6 classic: 1.5 in AMOLED screen, resolution 480 x 480, brightness 2000 nits. I love Amazfit Balance and definitely recommend it. But it does run, it's own software and there are pros and cons to that. My only other caution is get a screen protector, the display is only covered in tempered glass.

@techgadgets100 3 ай бұрын

I hate to promote myself but this might be helpful for you. Check out my detailed comparison of the Amazfit Balance vs Samsung Watch 6 Classic kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fd6Fp72AtpjSf2Q.htmlsi=y4x5DguNfBo2wghV

@user-li6ns2lk3z 3 ай бұрын

@@techgadgets100 thank you

@moto_matt 7 ай бұрын

I've just bought the Balance and I'm mostly enjoying it (it's my first smart watch), but the notifications are a bit annoying. I receive them fine and I can dismiss them on the watch, but they don't clear from the phone itself. I've definitely seen a video of this being done (can't find that video now though) and my old Fitbit could do this, so I guess I'm missing a setting or permission somewhere but I can't find it. The Fitbit used to display the same options as you'd get on the notification and they'd work as expected, e.g. an email might give the "archive" or "delete" options and that would actually affect the email as expected. The Balance only ever gives the option to delete (i.e. clear) the notification from the watch. Any thoughts on this anyone!? Thanks!

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

I will keep checking for you, but as far as I know, there is no other notification options on the watch- just delete. And there is no setting that would allow it to delete the message from the phone after deleted from the watch. Something for calendar events, you can delete them from the watch- so you dont keep getting notified about it, but it will still be on phone calendar. It has been this way forever with Amazfit products. But maybe a software update will get us more options.

@moto_matt 7 ай бұрын

@@techgadgets100 Thanks for the reply. Knew I should've gone for the Garmin Vivoactive 5 instead! 😄 I found the original video where it shows notifications being deleted from the watch and phone, but it was for the GTR 4, although they're so similar that you'd expect the same behaviour on the Balance. It's at around 19:50 here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/prR_ZNdlvr7Rcpc.htmlsi=6DkopJO7vqz8wndP

@techgadgets100 7 ай бұрын

Amazfit might update that function but there is no setting to turn it on or off. I actually prefer to have the notification left on the phone after deleted from the watch. I sometimes don't action on something on the first notification, when I check my phone later it acts like a another reminder. Then I sometimes remember to answer it...🤔

@markocampo8979 6 ай бұрын

If the falcon and the balance are the same price is the falcon a better choice?

@techgadgets100 6 ай бұрын

In US, the Falcon retails for $499, the Balance $229. The Falcon is MUCH more durable with a sapphire display. The features are similar. The Balance is newer and uses Zepp 3.0 vs 2.0. It also adds the body composition analysis and thermometer (not sure how much you plan on using these features). The Falcon is heavier but if you like the look/ design and can get it for same price, I would go with the Falcon! Hope that helps!

@markocampo8979 6 ай бұрын

@@techgadgets100 thank you. I appreciate the effort and time. I’ll get the falcon. I found them both new on OfferUp for 100 bucks.

@techgadgets100 6 ай бұрын

Great deal!!

@NeoVdV 5 ай бұрын

Unfortunately not yet with wireless charging

@techgadgets100 5 ай бұрын

I would love to see wireless charging! the proprietary charger is getting old.

@NeoVdV 5 ай бұрын

Unfortunately ... no bezel to protect the screen or better scratch resistant, a step back to BT 5.o and not the new BT 5.3,

@techgadgets100 5 ай бұрын

If you are worried about the screen go for the Amazfit Cheetah Pro, is has the Gorilla glass 3. Really not sure why Amazfit reduced the BT to 5.0 on the newer Balance- but I did not notice any significant issues.

@NeoVdV 5 ай бұрын

@@techgadgets100 A d what about software updated, firmware updates ? And how long do they support updates ?

@techgadgets100 5 ай бұрын

Updates are not scheduled and as far as I know Amazfit has not committed to any support time frame. I think though that updates for the Amazfit watches are likely less critical than Samsung because there is no third party apps allowed in Amazfit's ecosystem. But a clearly stated software commitment would be appreciated.