The Amazfit Bip S is one of Amazfit’s most popular budget smartwatches due to its elegant design and features. It gives the user so much value and shows how well budget smartwatches have evolved over the past few years.
The Fitbit Ionic, on the other hand, is one of the older smartwatches that are still available in the market. It is still fairly competitive thanks to its intuitive Fitbit software and a smartphone app that are still very competitive today.
Can newer budget smartwatches topple the older generation smartwatches such s the Fitbit Ionic? And if you are planning to purchase the Ionic, is it still worth purchasing over these newer budget models? Keep on scrolling to find out.
Amazfit Brand Overview
Amazfit is a newer smartwatch brand. They are a US-based company that was only established in 2016. However, they have mostly been getting more attention due to the number of products they produce each year.
They are owned by Huami, who is currently the exclusive partner of Xiaomi. Together, they have become the second-largest wearable manufacturer. This is an impressive feat, given their relatively young age in the industry.
Their current lineup is more diverse and targets a wide range of audiences. They have budget offerings such as the Pace series and more high-end watches such as the Stratos Series. The Amazfit GTS is, of course, part of their midrange series aimed at casual users.
Fitbit Brand Overview
🏆 #1 Best Overall
- 💝【Complete Health & Sleep Monitoring】This fitness tracker provides continuous 24/7 monitoring of your heart rate and blood oxygen levels, ensuring you stay on top of your health. The advanced sleep analysis feature tracks different sleep stages, including REM, light, and deep sleep, offering detailed insights and tailored tips to improve your rest. It also includes sedentary reminders and menstrual cycle tracking, helping you maintain a well-rounded and healthy lifestyle.
- 🏃【Multiple Sports Modes & Activity Monitoring】This smartwatch offers a wide range of sports modes, including running, swimming, basketball, football, and more, covering all your favorite activities. As your perfect workout partner, it accurately tracks calories burned, steps taken, distance traveled, and real-time speed. Set personalized fitness goals to boost your workouts and achieve better results more efficiently.
- 💎【High-Definition Touch Screen & Customizable Watch Face】This smartwatch is designed for both men and women, featuring a 1.47-inch high-definition full-color touch screen made from durable TFT material. Enjoy vivid colors, crisp visuals, and seamless touch interaction. With the GloryFit app, you can choose from over 200 free watch faces or upload your own images to personalize your watch face and make it truly your own.
- 📲【All-in-One Convenience & Smart Assistant】This smart bracelet is loaded with practical features to simplify your day, including remote camera control, music playback control, step tracking, phone locator, sedentary reminders, menstrual cycle monitoring, and real-time weather updates. With GPS functionality, you can easily track your outdoor workout routes by syncing with your phone’s GPS, making it an ideal companion for a more active, organized lifestyle.
- 🔋【Extended Battery Life & Wide Compatibility】The D26E ensures you stay connected without hassle, vibrating to alert you about incoming calls and social media notifications, so you never miss important updates—even in meetings or quiet settings. Compatible with both Android and iPhone, it works seamlessly with devices running iOS 9.0+ and Android 4.4+. Plus, the detachable 16mm strap lets you easily switch up the style to suit your mood.
Fitbit is an American fitness and health brand founded in 2007. With its innovative health-focused products, Fitbit spearheaded its way to the top of the wearable competition.
Fitbit’s smartwatches offer similar features to high-end alternatives such as the Apple Watch and the various Wear OS watches. But one edge that they have over their competitors is their background in health and fitness. With their watches, they can bring innovative ideas that help improve the lives of their users.
Overall, Fitbit is a serious competitor in the smartwatch market. Keep on scrolling to find out how well one of their earlier models, the Ionic, fares against competitors such as Amazfit’s offerings.
Specifications
| Amazfit Bip S |
Fitbit Ionic |
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| Brand | Amazfit | Fitbit |
| Model | Bip S | Ionic |
| Screen Size | 1.28″ | 1.42″ |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass, v3 | Corning Gorilla Glass, v3 |
| Screen Resolution | 176 x 176 pixels | 348 x 250 pixels |
| Pixel Density Sharpness | 194 PPI | 306 PPI |
| Touch Type | Multi-touch | Multi-touch |
| Watch Dimensions | 42 x 35.3 x 11.4mm | 38 x 45 x 12 mm |
| Weight | 31 grams | 30 grams |
| Watch Case Material | Polycarbonate | Aerospace-grade aluminum |
| Bezel Material | Glass (no bezel) | Aluminum |
| Watch Design | Rectangular, Flat Dial Design | Rectangular, Flat Dial Design |
| Watch Band/Material | Silicone | Elastomer |
| Strap Size | 20 mm | 140 – 180 mm (small) 180 – 220 mm (large) |
| Watch Colors | Red Orange, White Rock, Warm Pink | Blue Gray, Slate Blue, Charcoal |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof (5ATM) | Waterproof(5ATM) |
| Swim-proof | Yes, recommended | Yes, recommended |
| NFC | Not Supported | Supported |
| GPS | With GLONASS | With GLONASS |
| Connectivity | -Wi-Fi not Supported -Bluetooth 5.0 BLEy |
-WiFi antenna (802.11 b/g/n) -Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy (Syncing range: Up to 6.1 meters (20 feet)) |
| SENSORS Accelerometer |
Yes | Yes |
| Heart Rate | Yes | Yes(more accurate HR sensor) |
| Compass | Yes | Yes |
| Gyroscope | No | Yes |
| Altimeter | No | Yes |
| SPO2 | No | Yes |
| Elevation | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Light | Yes | Yes |
| FITNESS TRACKING Sleep tracking |
Yes | Yes |
| Sleeps | Yes | Yes |
| Floors Climbed | No | Yes |
| Heart Rate Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Calories | Yes | Yes |
| Distance | No | Yes |
| Stress | No | Yes |
| VO2 Max | No | Yes |
| Blood Oxygen | No | Yes |
| Blood Pressure | No | No |
| Menstrual cycle tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Swim tracking | No | No |
| Underwater heart rate tracking |
No | No |
| On-screen workout modes | No | Yes |
| Triathlon mode | No | No |
| ECG tracking | No | No |
| Preloaded sport modes | Yes (10) | Yes |
| Safety tracking | No | No |
| Battery Life | Basic usage – 40days Typical usage – 15 days Standby mode – 90 days GPS continuous working time 22 hours |
Without GPS Mode- 4 days With GPS Mode- 10 hours |
| Battery Technology | Lithium-ion | Lithium-Polymer |
| Charging Time | 2.5 Hours | 1-2 Hours |
| Charging Type | 2-pins POGO pin | USB based charging dock |
| Compatible OS | Android 5.0 iOS 10.0 and above – |
Android v4.4+ iOS Windows 10 PC |
| NOTIFICATIONS Email Alert |
Yes | Yes |
| SMS Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Calls Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Event Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | Yes | Yes |
| Third-party Apps | Yes | Yes |
| MEDIA |
No | mp3/mp4 |
| Music Streaming | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Music | No | Yes |
| Radio | No | No |
| Loud Speaker | No | No |
| Microphone | No | No |
| CLOCK FEATURES Time/Date |
Yes | Yes |
| Stopwatch | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Music Control | Yes | Yes |
| Find Phone | Yes | Yes |
| Text Response | No | Yes (Android Only) |
| Answer Call | No | No |
| MISC Payment System |
None | Fitbit Pay |
| Companion App | Mi Fit App | Fitbit App |
| Customizable watch face | Yes | Yes |
| Interchangeable band | Yes, 20mm | Yes |
| Voice command | No | No |
| Internal Storage | Not Specified | 2.5 GB Available, 300+ Songs |
| Operating system | Proprietary OS | Fitbit OS |
Design and Build Quality
Design Language
The Design of the Bip S has a more modern and clean look similar to the likes of the Apple Watch. The Fitbit Ionic, on the other hand, has a more boxy design that may look outdated by today’s standards. Fitbit was going for a more futuristic look with the Ionic, but it doesn’t quite seem to sit as well with the rest of its competitors.
The Amazfit Bip S is light and comfortable to wear. This is mainly due to the polycarbonate construction and silicone straps. There is a digital crown on the right side that can be used to wake up the watch and also as a back button while you’re in the interface.
The Bip S has four Color options available; carbon black, white rock, red-orange, and warm pink. The Bip S’ strap material is made of silicone and is detachable. They can be easily replaced with Amazfit’s straps or any other third-party strap of the same size.
The Fitbit Ionic, on the other hand, has an aluminum build that is lighter than most smartwatches. It has three color options available. It comes in Blue Gray, Slate Blue, and Charcoal. The watch band is made of elastomer and comes in two sizes; 140 – 180 mm for smaller wrists 180-220mm for larger wrists. The Fitbit Ionic features three physical buttons, which are always helpful with navigation.
Rank #2
- Heart Rate and Sleep Monitoring: The Fitness Tracker monitors your heart rate automatically all day, and you can select manual mode through the App. The fitness Watch also monitors your sleep at night, providing a detailed analysis of your sleep quality (deep sleep, light sleep, awake time). It is a health advisor for women men in daily life.
- Multi Sport Modes with Activity Tracking: The fitness tracker features 9 sport modes like running, walking and more. Additionally, the activity tracker records daily steps, calories burned, walking distance and active time throughout the day. You can also set a daily steps goals through the App to track your progress.
- Smart Notification Reminder: You can get SMS messages, and SNS notifications directly on your wrist including Facebook, Twitter, Gmail ect. You won't miss any important calls and message and stay updated. Please note: the smart watch can not make calls or text.
- Long Battery Life and IP68 Waterproof: This smart watch only requires 2 hours of charging and can be used for 5-7 days continuously, IP68 waterproof rating can withstand daily sweat, washing hands and rainy day, allowing you to fully enjoy your workouts.
- More Functions & Compatibility: Fitness watch comes with multiple smart functions such as stopwatch, alarm clock, breathing guide and sedentary alert, enhancing convenience to your daily routine. The tracker is compatible with iPhone Android Phones which run on iOS 8.0 or Android OS 4.0 & Bluetooth 4.0 or above. Please note that it is not compatible with tablets or computers.
Weight
Both smartwatches are lightweight. The Fitbit Ionic weighs 30 grams while the Amazfit Bip S only weighs 31 grams. Both smartwatches are also relatively compact. The Ionic has the following dimension: 38 x 45 x 12 mm. The Bip S, on the other hand, has the following dimensions 42 x 35.3 x 11.4mm.
Given their weight and size, both watches should be comfortable to wear and should not cause any discomfort throughout the day. The straps on both models are replaceable in case you want a different aesthetics or different materials.
Screen Quality
In terms of the size of the screen, the Fitbit Ionic’s screen is larger than the Amazfit Bip S. The Fitbit Ionic has a 1.42″ display with a screen resolution of 348 x 250 pixels and a pixel density of 306 PPI.
The Amazfit Bip S, on the other hand, has a 1.28″ display with a screen resolution of 176 x 176 pixels and a pixel density of 194 PPI. The Amazfit Bip S has a transflective LCD display.
Both watches are utilizing an LCD display, unlike their higher-end counterparts that use OLED and AMOLED panels. However, that does not seem to detract from the experience as both smartwatches have vibrant and sharp displays that remain visible regardless of the lighting condition. Both smartwatches also have an Always On Display (AOD) feature. And lastly, the display of both smartwatches is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 that protects the screens from scratches.
Rank #3
- 【24/7 Heart Rate Monitor 】This blood pressure watch supports real-time dynamic heart rate, blood oxygen, blood pressure ,Sleep Tracking,temperature monitoring so you can know more about your physical condition.
- 【Sleep Tracking 】The Smart watches monitors your sleep and analyzes your sleep quality through Deep Sleep, Light Sleep, Awake stage, gives you a nightly sleep score in the app, leading a healthy lifestyle.
- 【25 Sport Modes Activity Tracker】you can select any number of sports modes in the app as your exclusive sports mode to record your sports data.can record all daily health data such as steps, distance, and calorie consumption in the App "Keep Health"
- 【1.10 inch AMOLED HD Touchscreen】 The durable stainless steel frame of C60 pairs flawlessly with the Skin-friendly fitness straps, while its 1.10 inch AMOLED HD Touch Color Screen design and multitude of invigorating watch faces blow you away any moment
- 【Smart Functions】An easy-to-use activity fitness tracker with various intelligent features. Including Call & Message Reminder,Remote Photograph, Drink Water Reminder, Sedentary Reminder, Female Health,Family Health, Alarm Clock, Stopwatch, Find Device, etc
Build Quality
Both smartwatches are dust-proof and water-resistant up to 5ATM. Additionally, both smartwatches are sweat-resistant, meaning you can confidently use them for sports and other outdoor activities. The square design of both smartwatches also means that they won’t get in the way while doing your workouts.
Features
Both the Amazfit Bip S and Fitbit Ionic have the same basic features typically found on smartwatches at this price range. Both of these watches give various alerts and notifications, such as phone calls. You can also interact with these notifications in different ways. Incoming phone calls, for example, can be muted or rejected by the user.
Other examples of notifications that you can receive are email, SMS, and other installed applications permitted to be accessed by the watches. However, you have to take note that both the Ionic and Fitbit S do not give you the option to reply to chats and text messages. Both smartwatches give a fairly strong and noticeable vibration whenever you receive a notification.
It also has an event reminder, weather, and third-party apps. It has clock features like time/date, alarm clock, and stopwatch. There are also three new smart features for Ionic – Fitbit Pay, Fitbit App Gallery, and music storage.
The Bip S and Ionic feature of inactivity alerts. Whenever you are idle for a long time, it will alert you and encourage you to stay active. The Ionic watch has a unique way of alerting for inactivity.
It does a good move reminder feature, which typically for most devices has a general like hourly reminder like get up and move, but for Fitbit, they make it a goal, so every hour, you have to hit your step goal.
Both watches also include access to the online portal. Your tracking data is uploaded via your smartphone or computer and is available to view on in the form of reports and graphs.
Despite their similarities, the Fitbit Ionic has some features absent in the Amazfit Bip S. The Ionic has a “Find My Phone” feature that is especially useful if you misplace your smartphone. The Ionic also has some unique social features that are not usually present on most smartwatches.
One example is the integration of a friends list on the Fitbit App. You can compete with friends who are using the Fitbit App and Fitbit smartwatches and compete with their workout records and statistics. This clever integration encourages users to work out more or encourages friends and family to purchase similar Fitbit smartwatches.
Additionally, the Fitbit Ionic can be used with Fitbit Coach. This is an application that can recommend workouts depending on the activities tracked by your Fitbit smartwatch.
The Fitbit Ionic can control the media being played on your smartphone. It can also store up to 300 hundred songs on your smartwatch. Additionally, the Fitbit Ionic can connect to Wi-Fi to access streaming services such as Deezer and Pandora.
And also, the Ionic comes with other smartwatch functions like Fitbit pay, offline music, phone notifications, weather, and many other fancy add-ons. It has a partnership with pandora for phone-free listening.
Rank #4
- Bluetooth 5.3 Call and Message Notification: Cillso smart watch features an advanced single-chip processor and sensitive microphone, enabling direct call making and answering. When you enable the "VeryFit" App to receive messages, notifications will be displayed on the smartwatch. Get all your messages and notifications (Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, Linkedin,Skype etc.) sent straight to your smartwatch with intuitive customizable vibrations
- Built-in Alexa Voice Control: This smartwatch integrates Amazon Alexa's intelligent voice assistant, delivering a comprehensive hands-free experience directly from your wrist. Simply speak commands to instantly access news, weather, and calendar updates, set reminders, control smart home devices, and manage music playback. This full suite of voice-activated functionalities streamlines daily routines, enhances multitasking efficiency, and keeps your hands free for the moments that matter most.
- 1.83" HD Display and Personalized Customization: IDW26 smart watches for women men feature a 1.83-inch HDdisplay paired with 3D tempered glass, boasting a resolution of up to 320×385 for excellent image quality and high touch sensitivity. The 4-level adjustable brightness ensures clear visibility even under bright sunlight. Through the "VeryFit" app, users gain access to over 130 stylish watch faces and the ability to create custom designs, allowing for personalized expression
- 120+ Sport Modes and IP68 Waterproof: Fitness tracker supports 120+ professional sport modes, covering diverse indoor/outdoor activities like running, cycling, and soccer to suit all fitness levels. Equipped with high-precision sensors, fitness watch accurately tracks steps, distance, calories burned, and workout duration to help analyze performance and optimize training plans. With an IP68 rating, it's resistant to sweat, rain, and handwashing (Not for swimming or hot showers)
- All-Day Health Monitoring: Android smart watch is equipped with a high-precision optical sensor that supports 24h real-time heart rate monitoring, helping you stay informed about your physical condition. It also intelligently analyzes sleep quality, accurately identifying deep sleep, light sleep, and awake phases to help improve your sleep habits. Paired with its dedicated app, you can view long-term health trends and receive personalized insights to gradually develop a healthier lifestyle
Health Tracker
The Amazfit Bip S features several sensors, such as the BioTracker TMPPG Bio-Tracking Optical Sensor, 3-axis acceleration sensor, 3-axis geomagnetic sensor, and ambient light sensor. The Bip S can track activities such as distance, steps, sleep, and pace. Additionally, it can provide activity reports and sleep reports. It can also count calories and calorie burn.
The Fitbit Ionic also comes with several sensors, such as the 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope, optical heart rate monitor, altimeter, and ambient light sensor. The Ionic has more health tracking features than the Bip S. It tracks sleep, steps, floors climbed, heart rate, calories, distance, stress, VO2 max, and menstrual cycle. It also measures blood oxygenation to help ID health conditions such as sleep apnea.
Additionally, several other features are not present in the Bip S. Some of these are the Gyroscope, Altimeter, VO2 max, and weight tracking. The Ionic also detects activity automatically, tracks elevation, weight tracking, tracks calorie intake, and water intake while the Bip S has a stroke recognition, which is absent with the Ionic.
Given these two watches’ price points, there are some notable missing features such as cadence sensor, temperature sensor, perspiration, and 3D compass. Both watches have a stroke counter for swimming, multi-sports mode, goal setting, and exercise tagging.
In terms of their accuracy, the Amazfit Bip S gave more precise results for activities that involved running and measuring distance. In contrast, the Fitbit Ionic gave more accurate results for calories burnt more. However, both smartwatches were fairly accurate and did not have major issues.
Given Fitbit’s specialty in fitness tracking, the experience you get with the Ionic is more similar to a personal trainer than the Bip S. Aside from tracking activities; it can also interpret your data and make recommendations.
The Ionic, on the other hand, is more goal-oriented. It is only dependent on the goals that you have set. There are very limited tools to analyze the data.
Connectivity
Both watches are compatible with Android and iOS devices via Bluetooth. The Amazfit Bip S uses the newer Bluetooth 5.0 chip, while the Fitbit Ionic uses Bluetooth 4.0. The Fitbit Ionic can also connect to devices running Windows.
One edge that the Fitbit Ionic has over the Amazfit is its Wi-Fi connectivity. This allows for more applications such as streaming services. Additionally, The Fitbit Ionic also has NFC, which can be used for Fitbit Pay.
Both watches sync wirelessly, but the Fitbit Ionic automatically syncs while the Bip S does not. Both watches don’t have cellular modules and ANT+.
💰 Best Value
- Stylish Design, Vibrant Display: The lightweight aluminum build blends effortless style with workout durability, while the vivid 1.97" AMOLED display keeps your data easy to read, even under bright sunlight.
- All-in-One Activity Tracking: The Amazfit Bip 6 fitness tracker watch offers 140+ workout modes including HYROX Race and Strength Training, plus personalized AI coaching and 50m water resistance.
- Up to 14 Days Battery Life: The Amazfit Bip 6 smart watch powers through your training and recovery for up to two weeks at a time - no nightly charging needed.
- Accurate GPS Tracking & Navigation: Stay on course with free downloadable maps and turn-by-turn directions. Support from 5 satellite systems ensures precise tracking of every move and fast GPS connection.
- 24/7 Health Monitoring: The Amazfit Bip 6 smartwatch provides precise, real-time monitoring of heart rate, sleep, blood-oxygen and stress, empowering you with actionable insights to optimize your health and fitness.
Battery Life
The Amazfit Bip S is better than the Fitbit Ionic in terms of its battery life. The Bip S can last up to 40 days with regular use, which is very impressive. If you use most of its features, it will only last up to 15 days. And when using the GPS, the watch will only last up to 22 hours. The Fitbit Ionic, on the other hand, can last up to five days with mixed usage. And with a GPS mode, it only lasts up to 10 hours.
Both watches have a battery indicator that shows when the device has a low battery level. The charging time of the Bip S is slightly longer than the Ionic. The Bip S requires 2.5 hours to fully charge, while the Ionic only takes 2 hours.
Both watches feature a non-removable battery. They also do not feature any form of wireless charging. The charging type in Amazfit Bip S has a 2-pins POGO pin while the Fitbit Ionic has a USB based charging dock.
Comparison Winner
Fitbit Ionic
Overall, despite being the older model, the Fitbit Ionic is still the clear choice. It has more features, more premium materials, and a better smartphone app. While the Amazfit Bip S is not bad for what it is, you will still get more value out of the Fitbit Ionic, especially if you will mostly be using it for your workout sessions.