Huami’s Amazfit Bip line of smartwatches is quite popular, thanks to their features such as its transflective display, GPS support (select models), impressive battery life, and affordable price tag.
Following the launch of the original Amazfit Bip in 2017, Huami has added other models including the Amazfit Bip S Lite that was launched in India yesterday.
However, the multiple models and similar names may make it confusing for prospective buyers, so we have decided to explain the differences between them, to make it easier to tell them apart.
The Amazfit Bip Line has five models in all which are listed below:
While they all largely have the same design, the differences between them boil down to features. The table below should help you understand better:
| Watch/Parameters | Amazfit Bip | Amazfit Bip Lite | Amazfit Bip S | Amazfit Bip S Lite | Amazfit Bip Lite 1S (exclusive to China) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display Type, size, resolution, and protection | 1.28'' 176 x 176 Transflective Color Touch Display. Always on Display, Gorilla Glass 3, and anti-fingerprint coating | 1.28'' 176 x 176 Transflective Color Touch Display. Always on Display, Gorilla Glass 3, and anti-fingerprint coating | 1.28'' 176 x 176 Transflective Color Touch Display. Always on Display, Gorilla Glass 3, and anti-fingerprint coating | 1.28'' 176 x 176 Transflective Color Touch Display. Always on Display, Gorilla Glass 3, and anti-fingerprint coating | 1.28'' 176 x 176 Transflective Color Touch Display. Always on Display, Gorilla Glass 3, and anti-fingerprint coating |
| Watch Faces | Not stated | Not stated | 40+ watch faces + 2 editable dials | 150+ watch faces (only 40 available at launch) + 2 with custom widgets | Not stated |
| Sports Modes | 4 sports modes - outdoor running, treadmill, walking, and cycling | 4 sports modes - outdoor running, treadmill, walking, and cycling | 10 sports modes - indoor cycling, outdoor cycling, treadmill, outdoor running, elliptical trainer, indoor swimming, open water swimming, yoga, walking, and freestyle | 8 sports modes - outdoor running, outdoor cycling, indoor cycling, treadmill, walking, elliptical trainer, freestyle, and yoga | 10 sports modes - indoor cycling, outdoor cycling, treadmill, outdoor running, elliptical trainer, indoor swimming, open water swimming, yoga, walking, and freestyle |
| Heart Rate and Sleep Monitoring | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PAI Health Assessment | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Waterproof rating | IP68 | 3 ATM | 5 ATM | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Built-in GPS | GPS + GLONASS | No | GPS + GLONASS | No | GPS + GLONASS |
| Sensors | PPG heart-rate sensor 3-axis geomagnetic sensor (compass) Air pressure sensor | PPG heart-rate sensor 3-axis acceleration sensor | BioTracker PPG Bio-Tracking Optical Sensor 3-axis acceleration sensor 3-axis geomagnetic sensor (compass) | BioTracker PPG Bio-Tracking Optical Sensor 3-axis acceleration sensor | BioTracker PPG Bio-Tracking Optical Sensor 3-axis acceleration sensor 3-axis geomagnetic sensor (compass) |
| Music Playback Control | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Operating System | Not stated | Not stated | Amazfit OS | Amazfit OS | Amazfit OS |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0, Bluetooth Low Energy | Bluetooth 4.1, Bluetooth Low Energy | Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth Low Energy | Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth Low Energy | Bluetooth 4.2, Bluetooth Low Energy |
| Battery capacity and battery Life | 190mAh Basic Usage - 45 days Typical Usage - 30 days GPS continuous working time - 22 hours Standby mode - 120 days | 200mAh Typical Usage - 45 days Standby mode - 120 days | 200mAh Basic usage - 40 days Typical usage - 15 days Standby mode - 90 days GPS continuous working time - 22 hours | 200mAh Basic usage - 30 days Standby mode - 90 days | 200mAh Typical usage - 30 days Standby mode - 80 days GPS continuous working time - 22 hours |
| Weight | 31 grams with strap | 32 grams with strap | 31 grams with strap | 30 grams with strap | 32 grams with strap |
| Colors | Onyx Black, Cinnabar Red, White Cloud and Kokoda Green | Red Orange, Carbon Black, White Rock, and Warm Pink | Charcoal Black, Oxford Blue, and Sakura Pink | Orange, Carbon, Rock White, and Warm Pink |
With the table, you should be able to choose which of them best suits your needs. We have decided not to include prices, as that varies depending on the market. Also, it is possible to find the older models on sale for less than their launch price.
Which of the smartwatches do you own or do you plan to get? Do let us know in the comment box below.
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