Redmi Watch 5 Active Review — Big Display, Big Battery Budget Smartwatch
The Quick Verdict The Redmi Watch 5 Active is a budget smartwatch that prioritizes screen size and b...
Smartwatches Under ₹3000
Redmi Watch 5 Active
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4.4/5
Display Size: 1.83" AMOLED
Battery Life: 12 Days
Water Resistance: IP68
SpO2 Monitor: Yes
Heart Rate Monitor: Yes
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Smartwatch Specifications
Smartwatches Under ₹3000Display Size
1.83" AMOLED
Battery Life
12 Days
Water Resistance
IP68
SpO2 Monitor
Yes
Heart Rate Monitor
Yes
GPS
Yes
Sleep Tracking
Yes
OS Compatibility
Android & iOS
Weight
42.2g
Display Type
AMOLED
Best For
Best Overall Under 2K
Our Review
The Quick Verdict
The Redmi Watch 5 Active is a budget smartwatch that prioritizes screen size and battery life. With a 2.0" LCD display, 470mAh battery (up to 18 days claimed), and IPX8 water resistance, it's a solid workhorse for users who want a big screen that lasts. However, the LCD panel lacks AMOLED vibrancy, the fitness tracking is basic, and there's no GPS. For users who prioritize endurance over display quality, it's a decent alternative to the Redmi Watch Move.
Who Should Buy?
| Buy If | Skip If |
|---|---|
| You want the biggest battery in the segment | You want AMOLED display quality |
| You need 5 ATM water resistance for swimming | You want always-on display |
| You want a large 2.0" screen | You need built-in GPS |
| You value long battery over display quality | You want to reply to messages from watch |
| You're a Xiaomi ecosystem user | You want slim bezels |
Bottom Line
The Redmi Watch 5 Active is a "battery and water resistance first, display second" smartwatch. The 470mAh battery and 5 ATM rating are genuinely impressive, but the LCD panel and lack of swim mode are puzzling. For users who prioritize endurance and water sports over screen quality, it's a solid choice. But most buyers should get the Redmi Watch Move instead.
Rating: 3.75/5 — Best budget smartwatch for battery and water resistance. AMOLED lovers should look elsewhere.
Pros
- + Unbeatable Price
- + 10mm Driver for Basic Bass
- + Inline Mic and Controls
- + Tangle-Free Cable
- + Lightweight and Comfortable
Cons
- − Sound Quality Is Very Basic
- − Build Quality Is Fragile
- − Only 3-Month Warranty
- − No Volume Controls
- − 3.5mm Jack Dependency
- − No Noise Isolation
Verdict
The pTron Pride is a disposable audio product that happens to be branded. It works, it costs next to nothing, and when it dies, you will not mourn it. For ₹99, that is exactly the value proposition.
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Spec Comparison
Side-by-side vs alternatives| Spec | ★ Redmi Watch 5 Active | Redmi Watch Move | Realme Watch S2 | boAt Lunar Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Display Size
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1.83" AMOLED | 1.83" AMOLED | 1.43" AMOLED | 1.43" AMOLED |
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Battery Life
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12 Days | 12 Days | 13 Days | 7-10 Days |
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Water Resistance
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IP68 | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
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SpO2 Monitor
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Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Heart Rate Monitor
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Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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GPS
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Yes | No | Yes | No |
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Sleep Tracking
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Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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OS Compatibility
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Android & iOS | Android & iOS | Android & iOS | Android & iOS |
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Weight
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42.2g | 25g (without strap), 39g (with strap) | — | 50g |
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Display Type
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AMOLED | AMOLED | AMOLED | AMOLED |
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Best For
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Best Overall Under 2K | Best Xiaomi | Best AI Features | Best AMOLED Under 2.5K |
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