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Why I wear this $150 smartwatch even after testing competing Samsung and Garmin models


The Amazfit Balance has proven to me that it's worthy of being anyone's primary smartwatch. And it's more affordably priced than ever.

One that fell into my review desk last year was the Amazfit Balance Special Edition, which remains one of my top picks for users eyeing a reliable smartwatch that won't break the bank. The Zepp app has evolved over the years, but not necessarily for the better, as there's an exhaustive number of taps needed to explore all of your data, set up your Amazfit experience, and gain specific insights on your workouts. If you are looking for an affordable smartwatch that lasts more than a week with heavy use, has a brilliant AMOLED display, is sleek and slim, measures all the essential health and wellness metrics, and even lets you deal with phone calls from your wrist, then the Amazfit Balance is the one to get.

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