Amazfit has unveiled the new Balance Ultra smartwatch, targeting athletes and outdoor enthusiasts with a premium design, advanced GPS capabilities, and long battery life. The smartwatch combines a titanium alloy body, sapphire crystal protection, and extensive fitness tracking features in a rugged package.

Premium Design and Display

The Amazfit Balance Ultra features a Grade 5 titanium alloy case and sapphire crystal glass for added durability. The watch measures 44.8mm x 44.8mm, weighs 57g without the strap, and comes in Black and Black-Brown color options.

On the front, it sports a 1.5-inch AMOLED display with a 480 × 480 resolution and a peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. The bright display is designed to remain visible even under strong sunlight, making it suitable for outdoor activities.

Long Battery Life and Rugged Durability

A 780mAh battery powers the smartwatch. Amazfit claims up to 30 days of battery life under typical use and up to 15 days with heavy usage. The watch can also deliver up to 50 hours of GPS tracking in precision mode, while power-saving GPS modes can extend usage significantly further.

The Balance Ultra carries a 10 ATM water-resistance rating and has been tested against impacts, vibration, temperature shocks, and extreme weather conditions, making it suitable for demanding environments.

Health Monitoring and Fitness Features

The smartwatch includes 24/7 heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen (SpO₂) tracking, skin temperature measurement, stress monitoring, sleep analysis, and women’s health tracking. It can also provide alerts for abnormal heart rates, low blood oxygen levels, and high stress.

For fitness enthusiasts, the watch supports more than 180 sports modes and features built-in GPS for independent workout tracking. It also includes dual-band GPS support, compatibility with six satellite positioning systems, offline maps, route navigation, HYROX training support, and post-race analysis tools.

Software and Availability

Running Zepp OS 6, the Balance Ultra offers 64GB of internal storage and supports popular fitness platforms including Strava, TrainingPeaks, Komoot, adidas Running, and Intervals. icu. The watch also features a built-in LED flashlight with white, red, and SOS modes.

Amazfit Balance Ultra is priced at 4,299 yuan in China and is currently available through JD.com. Global pricing is listed at approximately $600, positioning it as a premium smartwatch for outdoor adventures and advanced fitness tracking.

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The global smartwatch market keeps growing steadily. Shipments are up modestly, and people are willing to pay a bit more for newer models packed with better health tracking, AI features, and connectivity options.

According to Counterpoint Research, global smartwatch shipments grew 4% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026. At the same time, the average selling price jumped 6%, thanks to more advanced sensors, AI capabilities, 5G RedCap, satellite connectivity, and a general shift toward premium devices.

Apple continues to lead the pack worldwide with a 23% market share. The company also saw the fastest growth among the top brands, with shipments rising 21% compared to last year. Analyst Anshika Jain pointed out that the Apple Watch SE 3 has been a big hit, pulling in new users with its more affordable price and upgraded health features like better sleep tracking, mood monitoring, and arrhythmia detection.

China is turning into one of the strongest growth markets, with smartwatch shipments jumping 15% year-on-year. Huawei dominates there with roughly 40% market share, followed by Imoo and Xiaomi. Huawei’s success comes from offering watches across many price ranges, tight integration with its HarmonyOS ecosystem, and a strong focus on health features like sleep tracking, emotional wellbeing, and arrhythmia detection. Government subsidies on electronics have also helped boost upgrades and wider adoption.

Thanks to its strong performance in China, Huawei holds a solid 17% global market share, putting it in second place overall.

As AI and smarter sensors become standard, smartwatches are clearly moving toward more intelligent, health-focused devices. The market still has good momentum, especially in key regions, but companies will have to navigate supply issues and pricing challenges as competition heats up.

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(Source: Counterpoint)

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