At a glance
Expert’s Rating
Pros
- Lovely screen
- Nice mix of fitness and smartwatch features
- Good battery life
- Quick charging
Cons
- Clunky presentation of some data
- Could scale back some features
Our Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit 3 is an affordable smartwatch that resembles an Apple Watch and, while it may not match Apple in performance, it is one of the best budget smartwatches available.
Price When Reviewed
Unavailable in the US
The Huawei Watch Fit 3 sees Huawei transform its fitness tracker and smartwatch hybrid into a more refined smartwatch.
With a redesigned look and larger screen, the Watch Fit 3 offers new watch faces, enhanced sleep tracking, an improved heart rate sensor, and additional sports modes.
Priced reasonably, the Watch Fit 3 targets the mid-range market, competing with Xiaomi, Honor, Amazfit, and CMF smartwatches rather than the Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, or Google Pixel Watch.
With a promising feature set at an affordable price, Huawei aims to capture the title of the best cheap smartwatch in a market where no single smartwatch maker has completely dominated the budget segment.
Check out our chart of the best smartwatches to see alternatives.
Design & Build
- New square design
- Available in six colors
- 5ATM waterproofing
Huawei has completely revamped the design of the Fit 3, moving away from the fitness tracker look of the Fit and Fit 2 models to a more rectangular design that closely resembles a regular smartwatch.
There’s a good range of colors you can pick the Watch Fit 3 up in
The 43.2mm Watch Fit 3 features a matte aluminum alloy case with two physical buttons on the right side, reminiscent of Apple Watch. The flat bottom button provides quick access to the workout tracking screen, while the red crown button, though not as elegant as Apple’s, aids in navigating the menus and app launcher.
The Fit 3 is available in a variety of colors and strap options, with interchangeable straps that can be easily changed using buttons on the case back. The watch offers 5ATM waterproofing, allowing it to be submerged up to 50 meters.
Screen & Audio
- 1.82-inch AMOLED screen
- Supports always-on mode
- Includes microphone and speaker
The Fit 3 features a larger 1.82-inch AMOLED screen with a 480×408 pixel resolution, providing sharp visuals and accurate colors. The screen brightness of up to 1500 nits makes it one of the best displays in its price range.
The screen can be set to always-on, though this affects battery life. Alternatively, the raise-to-wake gesture works effectively. The Fit 3 also includes a speaker and microphone, enabling Bluetooth calls and music playback without headphones.
With a range of smartwatch features including notification support, music controls, watch faces, and weather widgets, the Fit 3 provides a comprehensive user experience. It also supports NFC contactless payments through Huawei Pay.
Software & Features
- Runs on Harmony OS
- Works with Android and iOS
- Some features work only with Android or Huawei phones
The Fit 3 runs on Harmony OS, ensuring compatibility with both Android smartphones and iPhones. While most features are available across platforms, some functionalities, such as music sync and remote camera shutter, may be limited based on the device used.
The Huawei Health app serves as the hub for setting up the Watch Fit 3, offering a range of health and fitness features. The watch interface is user-friendly, with intuitive swipe gestures for navigation and smooth performance.
Featuring NFC payment support, sleep tracking, stress monitoring, and a variety of workout modes, the Fit 3 offers a comprehensive set of functionalities for daily use. However, certain features may be limited to specific devices.
Fitness & Tracking
- Upgraded heart rate sensor
- Built-in GPS
- Calorie tracking mode
The Fit 3 excels in health and fitness tracking, featuring sensors for heart rate and blood oxygen levels, as well as built-in GPS for accurate workout tracking. The watch offers over 100 sports modes, automatic exercise recognition, and personalized workout suggestions.
With sleep monitoring, calorie tracking, and stress analysis features, the Fit 3 provides comprehensive insights into overall health and well-being. The watch’s fitness capabilities are further enhanced with features like the scientific calorie counter and TruSeen heart rate monitoring.
Battery Life & Charging
- Up to 10 days battery life
- Up to 7 days in heavy use
- Up to 4 days with screen always-on
The Fit 3 boasts impressive battery life, with up to 10 days on a single charge in typical usage and 7 days in heavy use. Quick-charge capabilities allow for a day’s usage with just a 10-minute charge, making it convenient for daily use.
During GPS usage, the battery life remains efficient, dropping by less than 10% after an hour of tracking. The Fit 3’s proprietary charging cable allows for quick and efficient charging, with a full charge taking just an hour.
Price & Availability
The Huawei Watch Fit 3 is priced at £139.99 in the UK and €159, available directly from the Huawei website and other retailers like Argos, Boots, Currys, and Amazon.
For US customers, the Watch Fit 3 has not been officially released, similar to Huawei’s other smartw
