Amazfit · Reviewed by Tech, Gadgets and Other Great Ideas · Published 2026-06-06
Based on a review by Tech, Gadgets and Other Great Ideas (accessed 2026-06-06).
Based on this review alone: buy it if you care about large 2.07-inch amoled display with high brightness and auto-brightness — just accept screen is tempered glass, not sapphire crystal.
The reviewer concludes that the Amazfit Bip Max could be one of the best budget smartwatches available due to its large AMOLED display, comprehensive GPS, offline maps, and overall feature set for around $100, making it difficult to justify the higher cost of premium Amazfit models.
This video presents a first impressions review of the Amazfit Bip Max smartwatch. The reviewer discusses its pricing, display, build materials, band compatibility, and key smart and fitness features, comparing it with other Amazfit and Redmi smartwatches.
The Amazfit Bip Max is a strong contender for the best budget smartwatch, offering advanced features like offline maps and built-in GPS at an impressive price point. Its 2.07-inch AMOLED display is notably larger than previous models and very easy to read, while the inclusion of five-satellite GPS and GPX support for $99 is exceptional. However, the tempered glass screen requires careful handling, and attaching the 22mm standard bands proved unusually difficult due to the tight fit and curved design. If you prioritize a large, vibrant display and advanced navigation capabilities without a premium price tag, this watch is an excellent choice. However, if you require automatic re-routing guidance or a sapphire crystal display for enhanced durability, you might need to consider more expensive alternatives.
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The Amazfit Bip Max is priced at $100, which the reviewer considers pretty amazing given its features.
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The Bip Max features a big 2.07-inch AMOLED display, which is a significant selling point.
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The Bip Max's 2.07-inch screen is noted as visibly larger than the Amazfit Bip 6, which has a 1.97-inch screen.
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The watch features an aluminum frame, giving it a nice brushed look, but it has plastic on the back.
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The Bip Max uses standard 22mm bands, allowing users to use their own bands and avoiding proprietary straps.
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Attaching the included 22mm straps was very difficult, rated a 9 out of 10 for difficulty due to the firm fit and curved design.
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The screen is made of tempered glass, not sapphire crystal, suggesting users need to be more delicate with it.
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The Bip Max has just two buttons on one side, with a speaker on the other, similar to the Active 2 design.
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The reviewer liked the new updated quick toggles, finding them much nicer, more accessible, and quicker to scroll through.
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The watch offers between 150 and 160 exercise modes, which the reviewer states is more than most users would ever need.
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The Bip Max features built-in GPS with five satellite positioning systems, GPX support, offline maps, and turn-by-turn directions with off-route alerts, but it lacks automatic re-routing.
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The watch does not include an altimeter, which the reviewer notes as something they had to get rid of.
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The Bip Max has a 550mAh battery, with Amazfit claiming 20 days of battery life, which the reviewer plans to test.
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The watch has 4GB of storage, which is a downgrade from higher-end Amazfit watches but an upgrade from older models, deemed sufficient for maps and a good amount of music.
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The Bip Max features a microphone and speaker for making and taking phone calls with good quality, but options for responding to calls and texts are only available when connected to an Android phone, not an Apple phone.
The reviewer highlights that the Amazfit Bip Max is available for around $100, considering this price point amazing given the features it offers.
The Amazfit Bip Max is equipped with a big 2.07-inch AMOLED display. The reviewer notes it's visibly larger than the Amazfit Bip 6's 1.97-inch screen, providing ample visual real estate.
The Bip Max includes built-in GPS with five satellite positioning systems, offline maps, GPX support, and turn-by-turn directions with off-route alerts. However, it does not support automatic re-routing if you stray from your path.
The Amazfit Bip Max houses a 550mAh battery, and according to Amazfit, it offers up to 20 days of battery life. The reviewer states they will test this claim in a full review.
The Bip Max is equipped with a microphone and speaker, allowing users to make and take phone calls directly from the watch, with typically good call quality. However, quick response options for calls and text messages are exclusively available when the watch is connected to an Android phone, not an Apple phone.
The Amazfit Bip Max features a brushed aluminum frame and a plastic back. Its screen is made of tempered glass, rather than the more durable sapphire crystal found on some budget watches. The reviewer advises being a bit more delicate with the watch and suggests looking for screen protectors.
The Amazfit Bip Max uses standard 22mm watch bands, which is convenient for customization. However, the reviewer found the included straps exceptionally difficult to put on, rating the process a 9 out of 10 for difficulty due to a very firm fit and the band's built-in curve.
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This video offers a first impressions review of the Amazfit Bip Max, highlighting its affordability at $100 and its large 2.07-inch AMOLED display. The reviewer compares its size and design with other smartwatches, noting its aluminum frame and tempered glass screen. Key features include built-in GPS with offline maps and turn-by-turn navigation (though lacking re-routing), a claimed 20-day battery life, 4GB of storage, and extensive fitness tracking options. The reviewer also demonstrates UI improvements like updated quick toggles and notes the difficulty of attaching the standard 22mm bands.
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