Amazfit makes high-tech fitness gear at much better price points than anyone else in the space. I’ve consistently recommended their watches to people who aren’t sure what to buy, and the Amazfit Bip 6 — which I’ve worn for the past few weeks and which has basically replaced my Apple Watch — is a real winner. It costs just $80 and features a sharp AMOLED screen, excellent battery life, and a set of features that easily rivals any smartwatch in its class.
First, the build is solid. The aluminum frame gives it a more premium feel than most budget wearables. The matte plastic back doesn’t collect grime, and the overall design is simple but clean. There are two buttons on the side, both customizable. I suspect it’s slightly less durable than a crystal-faced smartwatch, but given the size and weight, I’m not complaining.
The display is great. The AMOLED screen is bright, colorful, and easy to read in sunlight. Battery life has also been excellent. I’m getting two weeks per charge with regular use—notifications, step tracking, sleep, and heart rate included. That’s an amazing difference from the daily recharge required by other devices.
The charging puck connects to the back with magnets and charges via USB-C. Interestingly, Amazfit has added a standard watch band connector to the back so you can easily add or remove almost any OEM band, ideally with a quick-release switch.
The Software
The software feels like a stripped-down version of Wear OS, without most of the Google features. You still get weather, notifications, and even health recommendations based on your heart rate and activity. It also tracks your sleep.
Zepp Flow is Amazfit’s AI assistant, and it works surprisingly well. It’s a voice assistant that actually connects to the internet—unlike the offline ones most watches rely on. Powered by OpenAI, it can handle a few basic tasks, similar to Siri. It’s not fully integrated into your device ecosystem, but it’s good enough.
The OS is smooth. Nothing flashy, just responsive and functional. Notification handling has improved—you can now reply with a keyboard or voice, which moves it into true smartwatch territory instead of just being a tracker with a screen.
Amazfit leans into offering more of everything—more watch faces, more supported sports, more features. For example, the Bip 6 supports downloadable maps, so you can navigate the backcountry using just the watch and GPS. It’s a genuinely useful feature, and one they highlight prominently on their site.
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In short, this is the smartwatch for someone who doesn’t want to spend hundreds on a smartwatch. It has all the needed features, mirrors the styling of the most popular smartwatches out there, and has all of the features. Honestly, at $80 you can’t go wrong.
The Bottom Line
The Bip 6 is worth it. For the price, it punches above its weight. Great display, great battery, solid build. A few quirks here and there, but nothing that kills the experience. If you want a square smartwatch that doesn’t break the bank, this is one of the better options out right now.
