The Amazfit Active 3 Premium feels like a watch that doesn't try to be a do-it-all smartwatch, and that's kind of its appeal. It focuses on the basics most people actually use day-to-day, like fitness tracking, health monitoring, and notifications, without piling on extra features you may never touch.
For your information, this watch is aimed at users who just want something straightforward on their wrist. You can wear it to the gym, at work, or even out casually without it feeling out of place or overly "techy". Design-wise, it keeps things minimal and practical. Personally, we are fans of its metallic black chassis and its smooth layout. The watch is lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear for long hours. However, if you are a fashionista, this watch might not be your cup of tea, due to its plain and minimalistic look.
We love the simple and clean look
The right side of the chassis features a red marker and a blue marker
The left side of the charger features two blue markers
The charging dock can be connected via a Type-C cable
Additionally, the display is bright enough for outdoor use, and the interface is quite simple to navigate. Swiping through menus feels smooth, and there's no steep learning curve to figure things out. It's not flashy, but it's very usable. In our experience, most QoL updates and benefits work through the Zepp app, which is where all your health and activity data is collected.
Besides that, it helps that the setup is easy and quick to do. Once everything is connected, the layout is fairly easy to follow. Steps, heart rate, sleep tracking, and workouts are all shown in a way that feels organised rather than cluttered. Unfortunately, we did notice some error messages popping up from time to time. It does not affect your watch at all (as far as we are concerned), but it does make for an eyesore. Hopefully, Amazfit will patch this glitch soon.
The random error message popping up could be annoying to deal with
Otherwise, the app offers quite a thorough selection for your fitness needs
Fitness-wise, it covers the essentials well. You get heart rate tracking, sleep monitoring, blood oxygen readings, and a decent selection of sport modes. It's not really built for serious athletes. But for regular workouts, jogging, or general fitness, it does the job without any major issues. GPS performance is decent for everyday use. It's also accurate enough for casual runs or walks, but you probably wouldn't rely on it for anything highly precise or professional-level tracking. Battery life is one of its strongest points.
Based on our experience so far, the watch can easily last several days even on a single charge. This is a nice change from smartwatches that need daily charging, especially for most people (like us). So, you can just wear it and forget about it. It is also worth noting that the watch is quite water-resistant. Once, we found ourselves trapped under heavy rain (it was very bad) during our motorcycle ride home. The watch didn't just survive the heavy downpour; it still runs like nothing ever happened. It's durable, rain-proof, and lasts pretty long. So, that's a pretty interesting and reassuring thing to know.
Heavy rain? No problem
Great visibility under direct sunlight
Makes for a cool accessory too
However, it does have a few limitations. You don't get advanced training tools or a large app ecosystem like more expensive smartwatches. Plus, notifications are also pretty basic, so you can read messages, but not really interact with them much. You might want to keep that in mind if you plan to get this model.
Overall, the Amazfit Active 3 Premium is a practical smartwatch that sticks to what matters most. It's not trying to compete with high-end models, but it offers a smooth and reliable user experience. Performance-wise, we feel the watch sits nicely between the Amazfit Active 2 and Amazfit T-Rex 3. The price for this watch starts at RM749, and we personally believe it's good value for your money. So, if you want something simple that just works without fuss, it fits that role well.
Tech specs and features
- Zepp OS (paired with the Zepp app)
- 4GB storage
- 1.32-inch AMOLED display (466×466 resolution, ~353 PPI) with up to 3000 nits peak brightness and sapphire glass protection
- 365mAh battery with up to 12 days typical use, up to 7 days heavy use, up to 4 days with Always-On Display, and up to 24 hours continuous GPS
- Supports: 6 satellite positioning systems (GNSS), Bluetooth 5.3, Bluetooth calling (mic and speaker), notifications with quick replies (Android), voice assistant, offline maps with navigation, music control and local playback, Strava, Google Fit, and Apple Health sync
- Measurements: 45×45×11 mm (~38g without strap)
- Available in Apex Silver, Atlas Blue, and Aero White
- Features: Stainless steel frame, 5ATM water resistance, BioTracker PPG heart rate sensor, SpO₂ monitoring, stress tracking, skin temperature tracking, advanced sleep tracking (HRV, sleep stages, breathing quality), VO₂ Max, training load, recovery tracking, and Zepp Coach
Pros and Cons
Pros - Bright AMOLED display with sapphire glass, battery life up to 12 days, solid fitness and health tracking features, lightweight and comfortable design, and useful extras like offline maps and Bluetooth calling.
Cons - Limited app ecosystem, basic notification interactions, decent but not top-tier GPS accuracy, and a fairly plain design.
Summary - A practical and reliable smartwatch that fills your basic needs.
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