HUAWEI Watch Ultimate & HUAWEI Watch GT5 After Three Months: Why they are the Perfect Christmas Surprise

So we have been wearing both HUAWEI Watch Ultimate and HUAWEI Watch GT5 for three months now, they are both the best smart watches I have tried. Here we want to share what the experiences are like, and since Christmas is coming, these could be really good gifts for your beloved ones.

Design and Build

HUAWEI Watch Ultimate

The Ultimate, as the most high-end watch in the HUAWEI’s lineup, is indeed the ultimate choice for a businessman, anyone who favors a classic luxury watch design with modern smart features, or those of you who want to explore the mountains and seas in this world.

During the time I have it on my wrist, I received a lot of head turns everywhere, and some managed to come close and talk about it. So as we wrote about last time, the case is made of zirconium-based Liquid Metal, which is 4.5 times stronger than stainless steel, and 17% less in weight. The Bezel is made of Nano-microcrystalline ceramics, and even the extra metal strap that comes free in the box is made of titanium.

There are also three extra kinds of straps in the box, the Rubber Strap, the Diver Strap and the Woven Strap. For people who need to attend different events, or are into diving a lot, you will be happy to see such combination.

The Titanium Strap is for some formal event, or work. The Woven Strap can be used in some light sports events, like golfing or parties, as it is not only good-looking but also sweat-resistant. Then the Rubber Strap is for some intense sports like Tennis. Lastly, the Diver Strap, which has a longer piece, can be used in diving.

In the three months of experience with the Ultimate, I tried to change in between the first three straps, as they are for daily use, but if I get the chance to learn diving, then the diver strap will be on the watch for sure. Changing the straps is also very easy, there is a lock on the strap, so a gentle push will pop the strap out. And for different occasions, there are plenty of watch faces to choose from.

So overall, the HUAWEI Watch Ultimate is THE choice for elegance and versatility, being able to change straps and watch faces for different occasions are the extra you can’t get from a traditional mechanical watches. And since the HUAWEI Mate X6 has just been released, they can be your best picks for the top-notch experience.

HUAWEI Watch GT 5

The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 is kind of a balanced choice, as it still has that classical look, but with a thinner profile. The case is made of stainless steel, and sculpted perfectly with a geometric shape, and somehow the edges are both frosted and glossy in different parts. There are also buttons to navigate in between different features, so there aren’t anything missing from this one.

There is only one strap included in the package, which is the rubber and fabric mixed material, it is more sweatproof while maintaining a vintage design. If you want to have a different look, you can buy some third-party straps, I am sure there are plenty of them out there. The GT 5 is about 1/3 lighter than the Ultimate, when I tried to switch between them, I felt the weight difference. And honestly, this could be a good thing, as the GT 5 is better for sports tracking and everyday use. If you are a more active person, this one might be more suitable for you.

The GT 5 has 46mm and 41mm versions, and the design differs, I would say the 46mm is more for men, but the more rounded and sleek design of the 41mm is more for women. This means, maybe it can be a family watch.

Between the Ultimate and GT 5, I found myself reaching out to the lighter and slimmer GT 5, as it adapts to my day to day life better. But of course, if you are a business person, who often attend high-end events, then the Ultimate is the choice. And there are 46mm and 41mm versions in the GT 5 lineup, the whole family can wear both the Ultimate and the GT 5.

Features

HUAWEI Watch Ultimate

Golf Mode

For the very first time, there is a conventional-looking watch to have Golf mode on it, although it is not the first to do it, I bet it will convince a lot of people to switch to the HUAWEI Watch Ultimate. So as we talked about before, in the Golf Mode, it can record a lot of golf swing data, including swing speed, swing tempo, backswing time, and downswing time. You can even download maps of the golf courses, so you can be more confident about your next shot. These are things that no other smartwatch can do. Honestly I haven’t picked up a golf club much, but the time when I visited the HUAWEI health lab and the golf course, I was very impressed.

100 Meter diving mode

Another feature that I haven’t tried but I might try in the future, which is the 100 meter diving mode, and of course not that deep, just regular scuba diving. In the Diving mode, there are many specialized options that you can choose from, as well as science-based no-fly time suggestions. HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate is the first smartwatch to offer a 100-meter scuba diving mode, and the three crowns are also designed to make it easier for divers to operate the watch underwater. You know it’s not safe and almost impossible to use the touch screen, so the buttons and crowns are the go-to choice for divers. I hope someday I will be able to try the feature on the HUAWEI Watch Ultimate.

Health Tracking System

This is the feature that I interact with all the time every day, as I would constantly check the steps, my heart rate, and some other metrics within the day. And after a night of sleep, reading through the sleep report has also been a habit of mine, it certainly helps with me a lot. Also there is ECG. ECG has been very popular since a few years ago, because it really helps with detecting unusual heartbeat, and then sending a signal to potentially save lives. When you get older, many risks hidden underneath will reveal themselves, so it’s better to start tracking your health, they can be very useful when you see a doctor. The ECG feature built into the watch have been approved by many countries and official organizations, so it’s very reliable. Fortunately, I haven’t encountered any heart problems so far, but I will keep tracking the data for good.

Expedition Mode

This mode uses dual-band five-system GNSS, which allows you to get more accurate positioning. You can also use Offline Maps if you go to places where there is no GPS signal. If you ever go on a remote path, continuous location markings and Route Back navigation will get you back on track. Its task is simple, to record expedition data and keep you safe.

Ultra Long Battery Life

We are tired of having a one-day battery life on any smart wearables, by that you know which one I am referring to. So the Ultimate supports up to 14 days of use for maximum battery life, even if the AOD is on, it can still last for 4 days. If you are a businessman who travels a lot, you really don’t need to bring a charger most of the time. For some daily use, I don’t need to have the AOD on. If you need to attend some important event, you can have the AOD on, then it will be an attention grabber.

HUAWEI Watch GT 5

The most impressive thing about the GT 5 is that, it does not sacrifice much to have some features the Ultimate has. By that I mean, it has the Trusense system, Fitness tracking, and Super long battery life. So does it perform the same as the Ultimate, the answer is yes. Here is my experience with all these features:

Trusense System

It is the most sophisticated health tracking system I have tried, and it works perfect on my wrist, and in fact, since it’s lighter, I would enjoy more wearing it all day, while having the metrics recorded accurately. The lightness helps especially while sleeping, as you won’t feel much of its existence.

Fitness Tracking

Although you can change the straps for Ultimate, to make it a sports tracking watch instantly. But the strap on the GT 5 is better for many scenarios, so you can just go to the gym after work, it’s fine. And since it supports IP69K waterproofing, swimming is easy task for it.

Super Long Battery Life

If you are someone who cares about usage time, or you simply don’t have the habit of charging your devices, then maximum 14 days of battery life in the GT 5 is a good option. During my time with this watch, it usually lasted for more than a week, so I didn’t worry about the battery life at all.

Currently we don’t have the GT 5 Pro, so we can’t share the experience with you. But it comes some extra features that the GT 5 doesn’t have, which are the 40 Meter Diving capability, ECG, Golf Mode, and Titanium case. If you want a lightweight and powerful smartwatch, the GT 5 Pro could be your choice.

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Verdict

So after using both the HUAWEI Watch Ultimate and the GT 5 for more than three months now, I was quite amazed by the luxurious build quality of the Ultimate, it has a conventional mechanical watch face, and smart features inside. I don’t think anybody would say no to such a watch after all, it can also track your health, fitness, and heart health, which we all need. For the GT 5, it could be a moderate choice for people who want the special look, but also need it to be light and smart. The GT 5 Pro is even a step closer to the Ultimate, with all the high-end features, but it also maintains a sleek body.

So as the Christmas is around the corner, if you are looking for some gifts for yourself or the family, then these watches are the perfect ones. Here are where you can find them, and there are some festival offers there. Hope you can find the right smart wearables in the holiday.