We tested the just-launched Huawei Watch Fit 3 and we were impressed. You will not believe the autonomy of this battery. – MAG lab

Huawei has launched its first smartwatch with a square design, making it more elegant and, above all, able to adapt to the needs of any user, in an increasingly competitive market. MAGG has been testing the Huawei Watch Fit 3 for several days, and now we're telling you all about the device that probably offers the best quality/price ratio on the smartwatch market.

1. A suitable watch can also be a fashion watch

Until now, most smartwatches have been divided into two main segments: model or sports. Perhaps here is one of the first great innovations in this Huawei Watch Fit 3. It is positioned in both categories and can be used ideally for those who want to invest more in a device for regular sporting activities (the reference to Fit in the name of the smartwatch is self-explanatory) but also for those who want to combine a watch with a more personal or versatile style. The Huawei Watch Fit 3 adapts to different shapes because it is completely customizable.

Let's start with the design of the device. The square dial (embodying the “Fashion Squared” concept) has a large, tactile and stylish 1.82-inch display with user-definable dials. The smartwatch itself comes with about 10 preset options, some more sporty, others simpler, and some more fun, but the best thing is to connect the device to the Huawei Health app and choose from dozens of options, to get a smartwatch with a unique design that suits your style. You can change it whenever you want depending on the occasions.

Another thing we really liked: the smartwatch is very thin, at 9.9 mm thick, which gives it an extraordinary elegance and also makes it lightweight (without the strap it weighs only 26 grams).

The straps can also be adjusted. Starting with color. There are models with green, black, pink and white bracelets, made of fluoroelastomer, a type of elegant and highly resistant rubber, with a silky texture. These are more suitable for those who regularly use the smartwatch for physical activity, precisely due to the high resistance of the material. For those who prefer casual use, there is a nylon strap, in grey, and a leather strap, all white, which is more elegant.

But here you go, if you want, you can always have 2 or 3 different bracelets and change them depending on the occasion. The strap attachment system is the simplest: simply touch the button on the back of the watch and the bracelet comes off instantly. Putting in a new one is just a matter of installing it, and it can be done in two seconds.

We also liked the smartwatch's smart light display, which turns on and off depending on your needs. The device can understand from the wrist movement whether we are looking at it, and turns it around automatically. very smart.

2. It's perfect for anyone who plays sports (whatever it is)

Hey Huawei Watch Fit 3 It's a world worth exploring for those who enjoy physical activity, equipped with TruSport technology, with over 100 different activities. The most popular and traditional methods are installed as standard (street running, treadmill running, walking, cycling, football, tennis, CrossFit, strength training, swimming and many others), but the app contains practically all the activities you need If you wish he can remember. You will definitely find the most suitable option for you, so just install it on your smart watch, which is very intuitive and fast. And what's better? Depending on your preferences, the device suggests some options so that you always have a reason to get up from the sofa.

We tested Track Running technology, designed specifically for runners. To do this, we used a Huawei Watch Fit 3 on one wrist and a second watch on the other, the watch used by more professional athletes, to try to compare primarily GPS performance, which measures distance and speed, but also counts calories. The truth is that there were no significant differences.

When we reached 10km on the Huawei Watch Fit 3, we were at 9.98km on the other watch. The rhythms were right for both of them. The comparison was between a technical running watch, priced at about 700 euros, and a smart watch not intended for running. Furthermore, this user profile usually has two different watches, using the running watch specifically to monitor training.

We also used it in a gym environment to test loops that record daily physical activity, number of hours spent on your feet, and calories burned. The calculation is done taking into account our profile (age, weight, height, gender), and therefore the results are personalized. The goals to be achieved daily in each episode are adjustable according to each person's goals. Results were consistent across multiple uses.

3. A smart watch for those who like to monitor their health and sleep

Consumers are increasingly using smartwatches as mechanisms to control sleep quality and overall health Huawei Watch Fit 3 He is very competent in these two aspects. It comes with TruSleep technology that records sleep activity. Of course we also tested this function. Perhaps most surprising is the smartwatch's ability to detect even those small moments when we simply fell asleep for a few minutes, whether on public transport or on the sofa while watching TV. In other words, in addition to deep sleep, it also records those little naps that many of us take, sometimes involuntarily. This is linked to another technology in the smartwatch, Huawei TruSeen, which records your heartbeat. In other words, by reducing our heart rate, this technology can understand when we are asleep or awake, and record the quality of that sleep, whether it is deep or not. It all adds up at the end of the day.

Question: But if I sleep with my smart watch when do I charge it? do not worry about that. We have already explained why.

But if you explore the Huawei Watch Fit 3 app on your phone in depth, you will realize that there are many health-friendly features that you can activate and integrate into the device, according to your interests and profile. If you're one of those people who likes to control the water you drink daily, for example, you have that option, and you can follow it. It's an exploration because it's all there.

4. Perfect for those who can't waste time

So let's talk about autonomy. Perhaps this is the main differentiating factor of this smartwatch. Hey Huawei Watch Fit 3 It has an autonomy of up to 10 days, if you do not always activate automatic notifications, if you do not always connect it to your phone, and if you do not use GPS. In other words, for those who want to use the device more traditionally, this can happen. We did not test this hypothesis. We used the smartwatch the way we think most people would use it, which is to connect it via Bluetooth to a cell phone, with the GPS activated during outdoor sporting activities. The results were still surprising.

It took five days for the battery to get below 10%. Five days of continuous use without charging. Then, the best part. Charging the device to approximately 40 percent, enough for a full day of compulsive use, took approximately 10 minutes, and even a little less. It took approximately one hour to charge the smart watch to 100%.

In other words, to answer the question above about sleep, you can charge the device at any time of the day, at work, while preparing dinner, because you will then charge it at night to record the quality of your sleep.

5. You don't have to be a geek to master everything related to a watch

One of the biggest difficulties ordinary people face when dealing with technology is being able to understand exactly the capabilities of the devices they buy, and thus better understand the value of things. Here's another good thing about this device: it's easy to use for everything, easy to use, and very suitable for all people's profiles. Get started instantly on mobile phones. You don't need to have a Huawei smartphone to use this smart watch. You may have an iPhone or another device that uses the Android operating system. There are apps for both iOS and Android. And connectivity is exactly the same, with quick and simple pairing via Bluetooth.

It is very easy to navigate the device's menus and explore all the options. There are two different buttons, both on the right side. The top gives access to the general menu. This button has a rotating crown that allows you to smoothly navigate through the various options. A nice feature is that when you scroll through an option, it increases in size, allowing you to read it better or see it better, and the (which are self-explanatory) items also get a caption, making it easier to understand what they represent.

The bottom button is entirely dedicated to those who want to activate sports modes. It is also possible to customize this option, i.e. specify what each person wants the button to do.

The device also reads WhatsApp notifications, for example, and there's something cool about this: in the app, you can create template replies made by yourself (“I'll call you”, “I'm running, I can't answer”, things like that) and you can send them directly. From the device. Another good thing: you can control Spotify via your smart watch. Pause, skip to the next song, etc. Everything is simple.

But perhaps the best thing of all is the price. the new Huawei Watch Fit 3 They hit the market at a price of 159 euros and 179 euros, if you opt for the leather strap. You won't find a better quality/price ratio.