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Amazfit Active 3 Premium

83
Well liked
Average of 7 professional reviews
6 of 7 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 7 reviews landedRange 70–95
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 83.1 · 5 printed, 2 estimated · printed scores only: 84

Amazfit Active 3 PremiumImage: Amazfit

7 professional reviewers tested the Amazfit Active 3 Premium, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: value for money and display. Most common complaint: battery life.

Reviewed by TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Run to the Finish and 4 more

The catch: There are no contactless payments or third-party apps.

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What 7 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 95
    TechRadarThe outlet's top rating, counted as 95 · Hands-on review · 2026

    Outstanding value with a bright screen, deep metrics and long battery.

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  2. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    Enthusiastically recommended as a ridiculously underpriced watch with great tracking and app.

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  3. 85
    Run to the FinishHands-on review · 2026

    A comfortable, attractive and affordable watch with accurate data for new runners.

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  4. 80
    Trusted ReviewsHands-on review · 2026

    Performs well in most areas and undercuts Garmin and Coros entry watches, making a good first running watch.

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  5. 70
    ZDNETHands-on review · 2026

    A very solid beginner running watch that feels pricier than its cost, with great metrics and coaching.

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  6. 83est.
    WareableNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2026

    Wareable finds it a compelling budget running watch with premium materials, a bright display and multi-day battery.

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  7. 79est.
    The Run TestersNo printed score · Video review · 2024

    The Amazfit Active 3 Premium is a solid, affordable running watch that offers a good set of features for beginners, though it lacks the polished software ecosystem of more expensive competitors.

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What critics praise most

Value for money4 of 7
Display3 of 7
Battery life2 of 7

What critics dislike most

Battery life3 of 7
Software2 of 7

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Common questions

Is the Amazfit Active 3 Premium worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 7 recommend it. There are no contactless payments or third-party apps.

Do critics agree about the Amazfit Active 3 Premium?

Broad agreement: scores range from 70 (ZDNET) to 95 (TechRadar), a spread of 25 points across 7 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What do critics dislike about the Amazfit Active 3 Premium?

Battery life (3 of 7 reviews), Software (2 of 7 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Amazfit Active 3 Premium?

The Coros Nomad (critic score 89), top pick, narrowly.