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Android Authority
3 days ago
- Health
- Android Authority
The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro is a great pick for Android users that crave classic Apple Watch style
HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro delivers a comfortable, premium build with a square-shaped display and a snappy UI. Compatible with both Android and iOS phones, the watch stands out with advanced health features, a robust fitness tracking suite, and exceptional battery life. If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then HUAWEI's Watch Fit 4 Pro is quite the compliment. With design cues and interface elements that will feel unmistakably familiar to Apple Watch users, the fitness-focused smartwatch carves out a niche by offering comfort, excellent battery life, and a suite of health-tracking features, all at a price that undercuts competitors. After one week of wearing the watch, I'm very tempted to keep it in rotation. Comfortably familiar Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority It's hard to see a minimalist, rounded-square smartwatch and not immediately think of the Apple Watch. The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro — the first 'Pro' watch in HUAWEI's Fit series — bears a striking resemblance to its Cupertino counterpart, even featuring a flat sapphire crystal display just like Apple's Ultra lineup. Its 1.82-inch AMOLED screen is bright and crisp, and I found it easily readable both indoors and under direct sunlight, with peak brightness reaching up to 3,000 nits (again, echoing the Ultra). With its prominent digital crown, flat display, and sleek profile, the HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro looks a lot like an Apple Watch. The rotating crown and single back button further reinforce the Apple-esque design language. At first glance, the Fit 4 Pro looks like a hybrid of the Ultra and Series 10: flat and rugged yet sleek rather than bulky. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority While it's not perfectly symmetrical and the titanium alloy bezel is more pronounced than I'd like, the Fit 4 Pro is very attractive and remarkably comfortable. Whether I was landscaping, deep cleaning, lifting weights, or sprinting after a soccer ball, it stayed secure and unobtrusive; it didn't catch on sleeves, trap sweat, or bump into things, common issues I often face with larger wearables. Much of that comes down to its slim 9.3mm profile, which positions the device quite flat to my wrist. Even though the Pro model is a few grams heavier than the standard version (30.4g vs. 27g), the thin aluminum body also keeps it surprisingly lightweight. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Generally speaking, my only design gripe with the Fit 4 series is the colorful accent of the digital crown. Pro model buyers are left with the options of a lime green, blue, or red crown which, while intended to add flair, detracts from the otherwise clean aesthetic. It feels a lot like the construction-orange action button of the Apple Watch Ultra line, and I'd prefer a more unified, streamlined look. Other than that, though, I love the overall aesthetic. Below the Surface Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority The Fit 4 Pro/Apple Watch likeness doesn't end with hardware. Compared to watchOS, HUAWEI's interface feels similarly refined, with intuitive controls and a sporty, modern UI. There's a solid variety of watch faces, though I'm always disappointed when native ones feel overly branded (I suppose that's one way of reminding users they aren't wearing an Apple product). The Watch Fit 4 Pro's modern UI is intuitive and responsive and packed with all the staples of a smartwatch. Navigation is simple: swiping down brings up the control center, swiping up shows notifications. The digital crown spins through menus and the bottom button is customizable. There's also a smart assistance hub (a bit undercooked), an app library, activity rings, and all the typical smartwatch staples like weather, music controls, and a calendar. Overall, the UI is responsive, and scrolling through workout modes, checking health metrics, or toggling between settings is smooth. Notably, the watch is compatible with both iOS and Android phones, making it one of the few square-shaped options for Android users. In light of Google's recent admission that Wear OS 6 is specifically designed for circular watches, the Fit 4 Pro may be even more attractive to some shoppers. Personally, I love that the shape fits plenty of on-screen stats, and I found it great for tools like maps. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Regarding smart features, the Fit 4 Pro offers the basics, including Bluetooth calling, notifications, texts, emails, and third-party apps. Things do get tricky for iPhone users, though. While the watch pairs fine, some features like music control and turn-by-turn navigation are less consistent. It's also worth noting that there's no NFC support for contactless payments in many regions, which puts the Fit 4 Pro behind some similarly priced competitors in terms of everyday convenience. My favorite minor feature is when you turn the digital crown within the app library, the icons shrink to show you app titles, in case, like me, you download a lot of apps and tools and can't always identify them by sight. With that said, the watch is not officially available for purchase in the US and if you do import it, you need to do some workarounds to access the full feature set. This starts with creating a HUAWEI ID with a non-US region selected to access the HUAWEI AppGallery. Some users have had to go as far as using a VPN (I didn't need to). For this review, I created a new ID and set my region to Hong Kong and it worked perfectly. When it asks for a phone number, opt out. Exporting data was less successful. I was able to get a hold of my GPS data after workouts, but I could not export heart rate data in the same manner I normally do for reviews. Though the watch would sync with Strava, heart rate data was always missing. One of the Watch Fit 4 Pro's biggest strengths is its substantial battery life. One of the Watch Fit 4 Pro's biggest strengths, though, is its battery life. HUAWEI claims up to 10 days on a single charge, although enabling the always-on display significantly reduces that. I managed close to four full days before needing a charge-up, which is far better than the near-daily charging routine required with an Apple Watch Series 10 or Pixel Watch 3. A night of sleep tracking only used about 5% of the battery. When I did need to top up, charging took about an hour with the device's wireless charger. I would have liked to see a USB-C cable rather than a USB plug. Health and fitness tracking Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority For wellness tracking, the watch features a comprehensive set of health sensors, for everything from continuous heart rate and SpO2 monitoring, to sleep stage tracking, stress analysis, heart rate variability (HRV), and ECG functionality (regionally available). It even rounds out its health tracking suite with skin temperature and respiratory rate monitoring, aligning closely with leading wearables around this price point. As a fitness tracker, the Fit 4 Pro is also exemplary. It supports more than 100 sport modes, from triathlons and trail running to body combat and dragon boating. The Pro model adds free diving support (up to 40 meters) with apnea training and safety features. I appreciated details like water temperature and max depth, which are, again, reminiscent of Apple's diving features. Golfers using the Pro model also get swing tracking, driving range mode, and maps for over 15,000 global courses. The Pro model offers Golf and Dive activity modes, in addition to the more than 100 sports available. Once you start an activity, the digital crown is key for mid-workout input. A quick tap will pause the clock, while a long hold will end your workout completely. I found the workflow finicky at first, but once I got used to it, it was well executed. I don't, however, love how the watch loudly announces that I am starting and ending workouts, my pace, and my heart rate. If you don't appreciate having your stats announced to anyone remotely nearby, I'd suggest muting that voice. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority On the other hand, the smart companion announcements, which consistently let me know how my pace compared to my target pace are useful as are the real-time heart rate zones and the customizable data screens. All-in-all there are a lot of very helpful training tools packed in. Personally, I find the metronome feature truly haunting, but if a steady drum helps ramp up your sweat sessions, that's available as well. As for accuracy, HUAWEI's TruSeen 6.0 heart rate sensor performed well during runs and other high-intensity workouts. For the most part, readings were consistent with my dedicated chest strap, with an expected amount of fluctuation for a wrist-based wearable. The charts above show how similarly the devices recorded one example HIIT workout, including very close peak and average heart rates. While the device is not quite as precise as say a Garmin high-end watch or the well-regarded Pixel Watch 3's sensor, it's certainly accurate enough for most athletes. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Likewise, I was pleasantly surprised by how well the watch's GPS performed. I compared it directly to my Apple Watch Ultra 2 during multiple runs, and the tracked routes were nearly identical in both distance and route. The map above highlights how well the HUAWEI watch matched my Apple Watch Ultra 2. You can see right before Grote Road where I sprinted across the street, and both watches kept up. GPS reliability makes the Fit 4 Pro a reliable choice for runners and outdoor athletes who value phone-free tracking on runs and rides. This is even more important because the Pro model adds helpful navigation tools like offline color maps, route importing, and turn-by-turn directions. These features are also great for outdoor enthusiasts (like trail runners) and definitely elevate the device. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Unfortunately, sleep tracking wasn't as reliable, though it does now include overnight HRV monitoring in addition to the typical overnight details. The general sleep cycle overview is helpful, but stage accuracy didn't match what I saw from my Oura Ring, and I was surprised by some of my sleep scores. For example, on an evening when I only got three hours and 20 minutes of sleep, I received a score of 62, which feels high for a glorified nap. The next day I got a 63 for four hours and 22 minutes. A few days earlier, I only received a 76 for ~7 hours of sleep, a score that feels disproportionately low given that I slept nearly twice as long. Needless to say, the device is fine for casual overnight use, but not a standout option for serious sleep tracking. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority One simple detail I love about the device's bedtime use is that when you go to set an alarm, the watch tells you how many hours and minutes of sleep you're going to get. It helps me make decisions a lot faster when I'm debating how aggressively to set my alarm, counting on my fingers at one in the morning. HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro review: The verdict Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro is a compelling choice for Android users looking for a square-shaped smartwatch. It's comfortable, lightweight, packs a solid health tracking suite, and offers standout battery life. There are caveats, though. The sleep tracking, in particular, is fairly poor compared to Fitbit's rival platform. It also can't offer an overall experience quite as powerful as a Wear OS device. Finally, regional limitations make it a better buy for shoppers outside of the US, though it's an excellent device anywhere if you are willing to jump through some hoops to make it work. The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro is a compelling choice for Android users looking for a square-shaped smartwatch. For iOS users, though, I recommend the Apple Watch Series 10 ($386 at Amazon) or even an older Apple Watch. iPhone compatibility with HUAWEI devices has clear limitations, and the Fit 4 Pro frankly can't compete with the seamless integration you'll find by sticking to the Apple ecosystem. If you're specifically after a flat display, the Ultra lineup is the only option, but it's quite a bit pricier. Finally, Garmin's Venu Sq 2 ($249.99 at Amazon) is another similar-shaped device at a great price. It packs in highly reliable fitness tracking tools, including reliable sleep tracking. However, it doesn't offer much third-party app support. HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro Lightweight, square-shaped design • Fantastic multi-day battery life • Reliable heart rate and GPS tracking MSRP: £249.99 Premium, square-shaped fitness smartwatch. The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro is a compelling choice for Android users looking for a square-shaped smartwatch. See price at Huawei Positives Attractive, lightweight, square-shaped design Attractive, lightweight, square-shaped design Fantastic multi-day battery life Fantastic multi-day battery life Reliable heart rate and GPS tracking Reliable heart rate and GPS tracking Wide array of sport modes and training tools Cons Sleep tracking is unreliable Sleep tracking is unreliable Limited third-party app support Limited third-party app support Finnicky iOS compatibility Finnicky iOS compatibility Regional limitations on some features
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The Citizen
6 days ago
- Health
- The Citizen
[REVIEW] Huawei's Watch Fit 4 Pro an Apple watch killer?
The wearables offer strong value, with class-leading tracking and health features for the price. The Huawei Watch Fit 4 series, for the first time, includes a Pro version. The standard variant offers a minor update over its predecessor, but the Pro takes a big step forward, The brand new Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro, looks like a mini Apple Watch Ultra, but the price is also mini in comparison. Key features Some key details of the device include the watch being made of Titanium/aerospace aluminium and weighing just 30.4 grams. The Fit 4 Pro is the thinnest Fit to date, measuring just 9.3 mm, and features the Huawei TruSense System sensors. In fact, it's thinner than an Oreo cookie The first thing that caught my attention is the screen – the Watch Fit 4 Pro is built around a 1.82″ AMOLED display that is incredibly bright, with excellent legibility even in direct sunlight. Huawei claims an impressive peak brightness of 3,000 nits, matching the far more premium Watch 5 wearable. The pixel density is better than the Apple Watch Series 9's 45 mm's 326 PPI, and its peak brightness is also 33% higher than that of the much more expensive series. ALSO READ: Huawei unveils new Watch Fit 4 series and Watch 5 in Berlin Sensors The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro ticks a lot of boxes and comes with an impressive set of sensors and features rivalling more premium and high-end models both in Huawei's own GT series and also among the company's competitors It uses Huawei's TruSense System, which features upgraded sensors and new algorithms to measure 60 different health indicators across six body systems. The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro comes with deep health tracking capabilities, such as ECG, arterial stiffness detection, SpO2 measurements, sleep tracking, and temperature readings. Golf It also has over 1,500 golf courses, deep-sea diving modes, over 100 sports modes, and offline maps with contour lines, among other features. Huawei's tried and tested Sunflower GPS pairs with reliable health and fitness tracking to round out the experience. The Green version comes with a matching nylon woven strap, but you can get additional straps – like the ones from the Black and Blue versions. These straps are made from fluoroelastomer and come with a traditional clasp. As someone with hairy wrists, I appreciated that the Pro's digital crown didn't tug at my arm hair. ALSO READ: Smartwatch market expands as Huawei sets date for Berlin launch [VIDEO] Software and charging The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro runs on HarmonyOS version 5.1. It requires the Huawei Health app, but it will work with both Android- and iOS-based phones once you have the app installed. The pairing process is simple enough; you scan a QR code with your phone and follow the steps afterwards. The battery inside the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro is rated at 400 mAh. Huawei advertises seven days on a single charge with regular use and up to ten days max, but you can get more with conservative use. I got about ten days and there was still 29% juice left, which could last another day., Charging speeds are solid, with the Watch Fit 4 Pro charging slightly faster than the standard model. After 20 minutes of charge time, the battery hit about 35%, and reached 90% within an hour, with a full charge taking just slightly longer. Verdict Both the Watch Fit 4 and Watch Fit 4 Pro pack a lot into two undeniably Apple Watch–inspired bodies. The entry-level Watch Fit 4 is a lightweight, affordable fitness tracker with excellent battery life, while the pricier Pro adds a more durable titanium alloy frame, sapphire glass, and an aluminium alloy body. It also unlocks advanced health and fitness features, including ECG support, diving, and golf sports modes. The Watch Fit 4 Pro's inclusion of ECG support helps justify its higher price. Syncing with third-party services can be limited, there's no real third-party app ecosystem, and features like mobile payments or a voice assistant are missing, but none of these feel like a dealbreaker. Availability and pricing The wearables offer strong value, with class-leading tracking and health features for the price. Both the Watch Fit 4 and Watch Fit 4 Pro are expected to go on sale in South Africa on 2nd June. The Watch Fit 4 is available in Black, Grey, Purple, and White, while the Pro comes in Black, Blue, and Green, with Grey and Green options As for recommended pricing, the Watch Fit 4 will go for R2 999, while the Watch Fit 4 Pro will cost R4 999. NOW READ: Fujifilm launches X Half camera to make photography fun again
Qatar Tribune
18-05-2025
- Qatar Tribune
Huawei Watch Fit 4 Series now available for pre-order in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha The new Huawei Watch Fit 4 Series offers a suite of high-end features and premium materials. Building on the success of the popular Watch Fit line, this fourth-generation release boldly steps into a category often dominated by higher-priced competitors. It features an aluminum casing with titanium bezels, sapphire glass, and advanced health and fitness tracking — including dedicated modes for golf and freediving. Pre-orders start from QAR 549 for the Fit 4 and QAR 899 for the Fit 4 Pro, available at HUAWEI Experience Stores in Doha Festival City, Place Vendôme, and Al Nasr Street, as well as at Lulu Hypermarket, Jarir Bookstore, and Carrefour Qatar. Designed for both style and performance, the Watch Fit 4 Series — including Fit 4 and Fit 4 Pro — features a distinctive square Watch face with a rotating crown, combining fashion-forward design with everyday comfort. The Fit 4 Pro has a thin profile measuring just 9.3mm and weighs 30.4 grams. Premium materials such as sapphire glass, aviation-grade aluminum body with titanium alloy bezel, are used for superior build quality and durability. The Fit 4 measures 9.5mm and weighs only 27 grams, making it effortless and comfortable on the wrist. The design features a sleek glass and aluminum frame. Both models feature an impressive 1.82-inch AMOLED display, a marvel of the HUAWEI Hybrid AMOLED technology. The Fit 4 Pro offers an incredible screen with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits and advanced performance features, making it more powerful and suited for outdoor activities. For the first time, the Fit Series features a built-in air pressure sensor that provides vital data for outdoor adventures. The series is also equipped with the upgraded HUAWEI Sunflower Positioning System, significantly enhancing GPS accuracy for more precise tracking. Additionally, Huawei debuts dedicated route tracking for water sports, offering a new level of performance and safety for aquatic activities. However, on top of all that, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro is also packed with pro-level features tailored for more active users. It comes with Advanced Terrain Map Tracking to ensure you stay on course every step of the way. For golf enthusiasts, there are two new golf modes—Course Mode and Driving Range Mode. The Watch also supports dive depths of up to 40 meters, featuring a specialised Diving Mode with Freediving and Training options. Additionally, the professional-grade support for trail running makes it an ideal companion for outdoor adventurers. Health management features see a big upgrade on the new Watch Fit 4 Series with several new advanced features. It now offers HRV (Heart Rate Variability) monitoring during sleep, along with enhanced health insights and all-day HRV tracking, both available through OTA upgrade. The Emotional Wellbeing Assistant is now integrated into the Series as well. Besides, the Fit 4 Pro also offers personalised, data-driven predictions of menstrual cycles, ovulation period, and fertility, powered by advanced physiological data analysis. The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Series offers exceptional battery life, with up to 7 days of usage in typical scenarios, with a maximum of 10 days. In addition, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 can be fully charged in 75 minutes while the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro takes just 60 minutes. With all the latest innovations and an attractive price tag, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Series is a compelling option for consumers seeking a feature-rich, stylish, and durable smartWatch that challenges the established hierarchy of the wearables market.
Tom's Guide
15-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
Huawei's latest sports-focused smartwatch just got a special edition discount — what you need to know
Huawei has just revealed the latest devices in its wearable line-up and has followed up the news with a limited time offer running on its own store. Right now, anyone wanting to pick up the newly-announced Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro can get an exclusive edition from the Huawei store with a £30 off coupon and two extra free straps. The first strap is the brand's Silver Nylon option but the second can be a customizable strap of your choice, letting you personalise the device to your liking. Huawei's Watch Fit 4 Pro is a lightweight and versatile smartwatch designed for active lifestyles. The sapphire glass display and aerospace-grade aluminium alloy body add up to a durable smartwatch that's only 9.3mm thin and weighing only 30.4g. It offers a range of pro sports tracking modes including golf and diving. There's a 10 day battery life and advanced health metrics like ECG readings, heart rate monitoring and SpO2 blood oxygen. Huawei's Fit 4 Pro is the more premium option of the company's Fit 4 smartwatches and offers a thinner and lighter design crafted from sapphire glass, and aviation-grade aluminium body. The case is just 9.3mm thin weighing 30.4 grams, with that same 1.82-inch AMOLED display as the regular variant. However, while the regular Watch Fit 4 has a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, the Pro model ups that to 3,000 for an even better screen experience in broad daylight. Huawei has added a tonne of pro-level sports features including Golf Mode that has access to over 15,000 courses around the world. And anyone that hooks a wayward drive into a water hazard can rest assured; the 40 meters of waterproofing as part of its Diving Mode will come in handy if you fancy trying to retrieve the ball. There's also Trail Running Mode will offline contour maps. Throughout all, the company's TruSense System will deliver vital monitoring like ECG, heart rate and blood oxygen levels. You can easily swap in different straps to suit — whether going to the gym, spending a day at the office or turning in for the night — and Huawei claims it has some of the most abundant strap options in the industry. Which is useful if you want to take this deal up and customise one of your own.
Phone Arena
15-05-2025
- Phone Arena
Huawei's new Watch Fit 4 Pro is packed with outdoor features and pro-level health tools
Huawei launched several new products today and along with the new Watch 5, it also dropped the new Watch Fit 4 series. So if you are not into the round watch look and want something sleek and square, this one is for true to its signature square design, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 series brings a fresh, lightweight and fashion-forward feel that is all about an active, health-focused star here is the new Watch Fit 4 Pro, which takes things up a notch with a thinner build and a ton of pro-level fitness and outdoor features. We are talking watersports route tracking, offline maps for trail runs, diving up to 40 meters, support for over 15,000 global golf course maps, a new barometer for tracking elevation during hikes – the list goes on. Outdoor lovers also get checkpoint-based navigation and professional trail running support. There are also seven new sports modes, including mountain climbing and skiing. You get many sports modes including cycling. | Image credit – Huawei On the health front, the Fit 4 series now supports 24/7 HRV (Heart Rate Variability) monitoring and sleep breathing awareness, helping users get ahead of stress and sleep issues. These upgrades aim to offer a fuller, smarter wellness experience. The Fit 4 Pro even brings in new gesture support and the Huawei TruSense System for more accurate health and fitness tracking. And for the first time in the Fit series, you've got ECG measurement baked in, giving you real-time heart health info whenever you need it. These upgrades are clearly aimed at users who want more than just step counts and basic heart rate. For the first time the Fit series offers ECG with the Fit 4 Pro model. | Image credit – Huawei Battery life is promising too – up to 10 days of use depending on the model, with quick charging: 75 minutes for the Fit 4 and just 60 minutes for the Fit 4 Pro. And both watches support things like quick replies, voice notes, remote shutter, weather updates, and work with both iOS and Android phones. That means even iPhone users can get in on the action without losing key of design, Huawei went all-in with premium materials this time. The Fit 4 Pro sports a sapphire glass display, titanium alloy bezel and aviation-grade aluminum body – all wrapped up in a 9.3mm thin profile that weighs only 30.4 grams. The regular Fit 4 is just as sleek at 9.5mm thick and 27 bring a rotating crown for smoother control and a vibrant display that hits up to 3000 nits brightness – perfect for outdoor viewing. Color options? Plenty. The Fit 4 comes in: Green Purple White Black Grey This is the Fit 4 in the 5 colors listed above. | Image credit – Huawei The Fit 4 Pro keeps it tight with: The Pro model comes in only three colors – Blue, Black and Green. | Image credit – Huawei Pricing starts at £149.99 (around $199 when directly converted) for the regular Fit 4 and £249.99 (about $330 when directly converted) for the Pro model – both available now on the official Huawei store. As for US availability, there is no official word yet, but based on previous launches, they are expected to show up on Amazon. And the price in the US could be a bit lower, but to be sure, stay tuned for updates!Now, if Huawei isn't really your thing but you are still on the lookout for a new smartwatch focused on health and fitness tracking, Google's Fitbit lineup might be a good fit. The Charge 6 comes packed with a strong set of health sensors and sports tracking features that easily rival what Huawei offers. It also comes in at a similar price, making it a solid alternative – especially if you prefer something more widely supported in the US with easy access to Google services and apps right out of the box. Fitbit Charge 6 Review: Comfortable and affordable, but one issue remains
