Amazfit Band 7 Review: A Solid Fitness Tracker with Alexa

Amazfit Band 7: Honest Thoughts After One Month

Have you ever felt like you were drowning in a sea of fitness trackers? I felt exactly that way, which is what led me to the Amazfit Band 7. I was using a very basic tracker that just counted steps, and I wanted something more powerful. So when I saw the Band 7 with a bigger screen and Alexa integration, I thought, “Why not?”.

First Impressions

First of all, this watch is much more of a smartwatch than my previous tracker. I bought it in black, and it has a sleek, minimalistic design. The packaging is quite plain, nothing flashy. The strap itself was surprisingly lightweight. It’s made of soft plastic and immediately feels comfortable on the wrist. I was a little worried because the clasp is in the same style as my previous tracker. But so far, the Band 7 is good.

The screen, however, really shines. It’s big, bright, colorful, and easy to read everything from notifications to workout stats. I felt like I had finally stepped into the modern era of fitness technology, abandoning the old monochrome screen.

Features That Caught My Attention

Let’s talk about the features. The feature that caught my eye the most was the Alexa integration. I’m a big fan of voice assistants, and having Alexa on my wrist looked pretty futuristic. The watch isn’t perfect. It doesn’t have a speaker, so you can’t talk to it, but you can set reminders and timers and control the smart lights from your wrist. It’s simple, clear and convenient.

The fitness tracking is pretty robust too - there are over 120 sport modes, far more than I need, but it’s nice to have a choice. I mainly use it for walking, running and swimming and the data seems pretty accurate. The heart rate and blood oxygen sensors seem to give similar readings to dedicated medical devices, which is reassuring. The sleep tracking is also interesting: it categorizes sleep into stages and gives a sleep score. It was very informative to find out how deep my sleep was.

Real Life Usage

I started using the Amazfit Band 7 on a daily basis and it quickly became a habit. Here’s one example I can give: I used to forget to set the timer when I was cooking. Now I just say, “Alexa, set the timer for 10 minutes,” and it’s done. When I go for an evening walk, I simply select my walk mode and the device records everything I need to know, from distance and pace to heart rate and calories burned. This helps me stay focused on my fitness goals.

The notifications are also very handy. I know who is calling or texting me without pulling out my phone. It’s not a game changer, but it’s a bit of a time saver. I went grocery shopping one day and got a text from my wife asking me to buy a certain item. I saw it on my wrist and was able to get it without too much hassle. The 5 bar water resistance is also a great feature. I can wear them while swimming or showering without worrying about it.

Not So Good Points

This watch is not all sunshine and rainbows. The clasp hasn’t been opened yet, but it feels a little flimsy. I’m constantly worried that it’s going to come off, which is a little frustrating. Also, there’s no light sensor, so you have to adjust the brightness manually. It’s not a big deal, but a little inconvenient when switching from indoors to outdoors.

We also noticed that the music control slows down a bit during workouts. The biggest drawback is the inability to reply to group messages. This is a bit disappointing as it just displays a notification on the screen. Another minor detail is the choice of watch faces. There are some nice designs, but there aren’t as many as other trackers. I wanted more variety.

Before Opting for the Amazfit

Before opting for the Amazfit, I also considered the Xiaomi SmartBand 7. The SmartBand 7 seemed like a solid choice, but the Amazfit Band 7’s larger screen and Alexa integration won me over. Battery life was also a plus when I was considering them; the Zepp app was a nice change, as the Xiaomi app seemed a bit clunky to use.

I was considering a true smartwatch but didn’t want to spend that much money, and the Amazfit Band 7 is a good balance between a basic tracker and a full-fledged smartwatch. It has all the features I need without the extra bells and whistles, while not being too expensive. It’s not a perfect device, but it does what it’s supposed to do.

Final Conclusion

Sure, but with some caveats. If you want a fitness tracker with a big, bright screen, good battery life, and Alexa integration, this is a strong contender. It’s great for people who have an active lifestyle and want to track their fitness data without spending a fortune. However, those who want to answer messages from their wrist or want more watch interface capabilities may want to look for a different device.

I’m happy with the Amazfit Band 7. It does everything I need it to do as a fitness tracker. It has helped me reach my fitness goals and the Alexa integration has been helpful. It’s not perfect, but it has great features for its price.